Team ESPN is dedicated to supporting and developing sports-themed programs that make a positive contribution to society. We are committed to serving the public interest via corporate and in-kind funding of programs that support ESPN's our priority initiatives which are The V Foundation, Rise to the Challenge and Build Community Champions.

Donations are made by ESPN to non-profit organizations that are certified tax-exempt under 501 (c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Service codes. Preference is given to organizations that develop and support sports-themed programs and/or programs of special interest that align with Team ESPN's mission.  (e.g. The V Foundation, Youth Fitness and Disabled Sports).

All requests for funding or in-kind support must be submitted in writing on the official letterhead of the organization submitting the request for support. Please note that we do not accept telephone requests.

Although proposals are reviewed throughout the year, all requests must be submitted at least 60 days prior to the event date. Please allow at least four to eight weeks for a response.

Through Team ESPN, ESPN employees and fans work together to make a difference in our world and the communities in which we live.

SUBMITTING A PROPOSAL:

Please click on the link below to submit your request for sponsorship or in-kind contributions.

Charitable Request Link

Funding requests will not be considered for the following:

Individual personal needs and travel for individuals or groups
Scholarships, sponsorships and financial aid assistance programs to colleges and universities due to ESPN providing on-air exposure and television rights to the NCAA, conferences and colleges.
Political causes, candidates, organizations or campaigns
Books, magazines or articles in professional journals
Traveling exhibitions (will consider on a case-by-case basis)
Sectarian activities or religious organizations
Amateur or Professional Sports Team sponsorships
Sporting event sponsorships
Sports and seasonal camps
Events or organizations without a sports related tie-in

Footage Requests
Requests for footage aired on ESPN, Inc. networks will be considered on a selected basis for fulfillment by ESPN to nonprofit organizations that are certified tax-exempt under section 501 (c) (3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue codes. Requests should be submitted to Shelley Hunter. All requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and must meet the following criteria:

Valid, current copy of the internal Revenue Federal tax-exempt letter showing 501(c)(3) status
Video should not be available for sale
Footage should not include appearance of ESPN logo and/or trademarks
Distribution not permitted to theaters, networks, cable distribution or outside entities unless approved by ESPN, Inc
Copy of the video that includes requested footage should be submitted to Corporate Outreach department prior to or after event date
Specific indication of length, time and frequency of use
Usage for fundraising events only, i.e.: highlighted in dinner, tournament, etc.
3 week turnaround (due to legal department administration) after request is submitted
Holding footage on a permanent basis subject to approval by Corporate Communications

Speaking Engagement Requests
Requests for ESPN talent to participate in speaking engagements (i.e. dinners, luncheons, award ceremonies, etc.) should be submitted in writing to Shelley Hunter. Organizations should note the following guidelines:

ESPN Commentators may be willing to participate in speaking engagements depending on their on-air, professional calendar.
Requesting organization must forward all requests at least 6 weeks prior to the date of the event.
Requests for commentators appearances during unforeseen programming circumstances are subject to availability and may be cancelled due to sudden news of a scheduling conflict. Consequently, organizations should be advised to have an alternate speaker available under these circumstances
Requesting organization must provide detailed letter of the event including event topic, nature of request, logistics, audience profile, number of attendees, and length of presentation.
Organizations must have an alternate plan in the event ESPN talent are not able to attend.
Organizations should indicate two or more alternate commentators to participate in the event/program should requested talent not be available
In the event of an emergency, ESPN will notify organization if commentator cannot attend the event
Requesting organization must notify ESPN within 48 hours if event is canceled or postponed
Requests from for-profit organizations will be deferred to commentator or agent directly

Tavia Fisher
Manager, Corporate Outreach
ESPN, Inc.
   
New England Region and Connecticut:

Shelley Hunter
Manager, Corporate Outreach
ESPN, Inc.