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Sponsorship for your Entry Fee

*Reminder that Personal Interview is for our Jr. Teen-Elite Contestants. If your child is Pre-Teen and under, please do not be thrown-off by the reference.

 

Though you are not required to seek sponsorship, we encourage you to do so.  Interacting with friends, acquaintances, and businesses in your community will help you when communicating with the judges panel, so seeking sponsorship creates a win-win situation. 

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How do I obtain Sponsors?

The sponsor involvement is most easily obtained via personal relationships and contacts. Basically, if a sponsor believes in you and your “mission” - they will sponsor you.  Often, one sponsor may pay the total amount of your entry fee.  However, if this isn't the case, graciously accept their sponsorship because every amount helps.  Follow with a thank you note.  It's your job to keep them interested and informed.

 

A personal interview generally works best instead of an over the phone conversation.  You need to “sell yourself”, just as you would in a job interview or the judge's interview at the pageant.  This is great preparation for the pageant interview.  Tell the sponsor about yourself, why you want to compete, and why they should sponsor you.  Also, mention to them that this can be an advertising expense tax write off for them.

 

Be sure to pick the right time of day (not during peak business hours) to talk to the decision-maker, be original, friendly, prompt, and arrive prepared.  Read all of your information and have a full understanding of the pageant.  You never know what a potential sponsor may ask. Answer questions sincerely and intelligently and give them our national office number if they request it.  Our office number is:  (423) 895-2721.

 

Most importantly…Never give up!  Many contestants have been discouraged for one reason or another but continued to seek sponsorship, and it paid off.  You even want to obtain a few more sponsors than needed to meet your obligations to the pageant in order to help with your wardrobe, etc.  You may have as many sponsors as you want.

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Who do I start with?

Some contestants are sponsored by companies where they or their family members work. Personal connection is one of the easiest ways to generate sponsorship and support. Remember that you can be sponsored by your family, employers, your school, civic/social organizations, friends, or yourself.  You may have the best success with businesses you and your family patronize.

Below are suggestions of businesses to contact…

 

grocery store • doctor • dentist • cleaners • gas station • beauty salon • boutique • photo studios • hotel • resorts • banks • your church • PR firms • dance studio • shopping centers • sports teams • advertising firms • auto dealers • amusement parks • chambers of commerce • cosmetic shops • modeling agencies • dance & health studios • restaurants • sororities • fraternities • construction companies • real estate offices • insurance firms • accounting firms • Jaycees • Elks Clubs •Kiwanis Clubs • Lions Clubs • Rotary Clubs • other civic clubs & organizations • The list is endless – be creative!

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What do my sponsors receive?

Any donation provided by a business or organization is considered a form of advertising and/or promotion and therefore may be considered tax deductible.

 

Keep in mind that all arrangements made are strictly between you and your sponsor.  There are no specific terms set by the pageant and the pageant accepts no responsibility for any arrangements you make in dealing with your sponsors. The sponsor is merely providing a means by which you may participate, often as a gesture of community goodwill. In addition, you may offer modeling or promotional services in return for sponsorship. The average daily rate for a model in a reasonable-sized city is $125 - $300. They can also be listed in your press release that you send to local media, if you are chosen as a 2024 National Titleholder.

 

Try to get sponsorship fees upfront before the potential sponsor has changed their mind or spends the money elsewhere.  Don't let this happen to you!  Meet your obligations early.  It may pay off by winning the national title!!!

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What are the pitfalls?

There are many pageants in the UNITED STATES. 

Make sure your potential sponsor understands that this is the MISS SPECTACULAR AMERICA™ NATIONAL competition.

 

There is a sample letter for sponsors enclosed and examples of ad pages that may help you: Don't forget, there are other ways to earn your entry fee……….Bake sales, car washes, babysitting, etc…….

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Sponsorship Game Plan

 

When it comes to asking for sponsorships you have to have a game plan.  The first step in the pursuit of sponsorships is to gather a list of potential investors in your pageant experience.  Who in your city or town is apt to write you a check or donate a gown?  Who in your family donates to charities?  Any aunts, uncles or family friends own or run companies?

 

You have to go after your close circle of friends and family first.  They will be your easiest sell. When you look at your day to day life, these are great places to look for leads.  The place to start is in your families' circle of activity.  Where do you shop for groceries?  Where do you bank?  Where does your family spend money?  What shops, banks, schools or gyms do you or your family frequent?  Find out who is in charge at the above places.

 

And remember you do not always have to ask for cash.  Donations of clothes, accessories and services are always welcomed.  The less you have to pay for the better!

Start a notebook.  Begin with the people you will approach first. When entering in your notebook you will need these important facts:

Name

Position (if a business contact)

Company (If a business contact)

Address

City, State, Zip code

Phone #                                                         Fax#

Email address:

 

Notes (enter all your correspondence (letter or email), phone conversations and items you have discussed)

Advise your contact that any donation provided by a business or organization is considered a form of advertising and/or promotion and therefore may be considered tax deductible.

Don't forget, there are other ways to obtain sponsorships……….Bake sales, car washes, babysitting, etc…….

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With a strong determination and a belief in your cause you can gather the money it takes to compete.

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Example Cover sheet for sponsorship:  (the next page may be copied and used to give to prospective sponsors)

 

TO:                  Prospective Sponsor

FROM:           MISS SPECTACULAR AMERICA™ Pageant Office

                      55 Commonwealth Ave.

                      Bristol, VA 24201

                      Phone: (423) 895-2721

 

The young lady that requested a sponsorship is a member of an outstanding group.  She has made it through the application process

and has been accepted as a finalist in the 2024 MISS SPECTACULAR AMERICA™ national competition. This is a rare opportunity for

any (young) lady.

 

Additionally, this is an opportunity to be involved with a program that emphasizes inner and outer beauty, social and civic involvement

and hard work. The event focuses on spotlighting positive role models for today's young people.

 

Each contestant has countless exciting details to organize. No doubt, she will greatly appreciate your early sponsorship.  

 

Please make all checks payable to the contestant. Please include MSA ADVERTISEMENT in the memo and give directly to your

contestant. (MUST BE A COMPANY CHECK)

Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule and for your support

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