Sponsorship Opportunities
Every young person deserves the opportunity to discover their potential and pursue a meaningful future. Sponsoring Youth Solutions helps make that vision a reality. Through proven programs like Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates, innovative services like YS Foundations, and engaging events, Youth Solutions has impacted more than 51,000 Michigan youth since 2008, guiding them toward graduation, career readiness, and long-term success.
By investing in Youth Solutions, you are helping more Michigan youth gain access to life-changing opportunities while demonstrating your organization's commitment to building stronger, more vibrant communities across Michigan.
View Sponsorship Opportunities:
$1,000 FRIEND
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1 Partner Table in the Pathways Fair held at the CDC Event
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Name on YS website on funders page and events page
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Company logo on back of one (1) event shirt
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Company logo included in 2026-2027 YS Impact Report
$2,500 SUPPORTER
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1 Partner Table in the Pathways Fair held at the CDC Event
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Logo on YS website on funders page and events page
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Company logo on back of two event t-shirts
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Company logo on all event sponsor presentation slides
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Company logo included in 2026-2027 YS Impact Report
$5,000 ADVOCATE
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Regional sponsorship of one (1) Career Cluster in our STEP curriculum
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Unlimited space at our CDC Career Pathways event to host an interactive experience of your choice
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Logo on YS website on homepage, funders page, and events page
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Company logo on back of all 2026-2027 event t-shirts
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Company logo on all event sponsor presentation slides
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Company logo included in 2026-2027 YS Impact Report
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Opportunity to place branded/informational items in all event attendee packets
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Sponsorship of an individual event at CDC 2027 or a breakout session at Summer Summit 2027
$25,000+ YS PARTNERS
YS Partners are more than sponsors. These unique, customized partnerships are designed to create meaningful opportunities for businesses and organizations to make a direct impact on youth in our schools and programs.
Rather than a one-size-fits-all sponsorship, each partnership is tailored to align with your organization's goals, interests, and capacity for engagement. We believe the most impactful partnerships extend beyond financial support and create meaningful connections between employers, community leaders, and young people. Your YS representative will work with you to develop a partnership package that reflects the value and resources you wish to contribute. In-kind donations may be included as part of the total partnership investment.
Partnership Benefits include all perks of the “Advocate” level sponsorship, and may also include:
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A customized success story or case study showcasing the impact of your organization and our collaboration.
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Marketing support, including social media promotion, blog content, and press release development to help share your story.
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Opportunities to speak with and engage youth through YS events, workshops, or career-focused activities.
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Co-branded promotional items featuring your organization alongside Youth Solutions branding (organization provides merchandise).
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Statewide sponsorship of one or more career clusters within the STEP curriculum.
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Opportunities to connect youth with your industry through job shadowing experiences, apprenticeships, workplace tours, internships, or other career exploration activities.
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Recognition as a strategic partner helping prepare the next generation of Michigan's workforce.
Add-on Opportunities
The following opportunities can be added on to any of the listed sponsorship packages.
In-Kind Sponsor $250+
Youth Solutions welcomes in-kind sponsorships that help advance our mission and support the youth we serve. Organizations that donate goods or services valued at $250 or more will receive sponsorship benefits tailored to the value of their contribution and aligned with their company's goals and interests.
Sponsor a Career Cluster
Be part of the conversation! Career Cluster Sponsors have their company or organization logo and name featured in program materials, events, and classroom discussions tied to your industry’s career cluster.
By Region: $250 per region, per cluster
Statewide: $900 per cluster
Youth Solutions services and programs are directly aligned with the career clusters map created by the Michigan Department of Education's Office of Career and Technical Education.
WHAT YOU GET:
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Increase Brand Visibility
Gain recognition as an industry leader among students, educators, and the community. -
Build a Future Talent Pipeline
Connect directly with students exploring careers in your field, and engage with potential future employees early. -
Strengthen Community Engagement
Demonstrate your commitment to education and workforce development, and enhance your reputation as a socially responsible organization. -
Customize Your Partnership
Our Program Success Managers will work with you to customize your sponsorship to meet your business goals.-
Host site tours to showcase your workplace culture and technology.
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Speak to classes or participate in career days to inspire students.
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Offer mentorship opportunities to guide youth toward success.
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