Corporate Sponsor Program

Corporate Sponsorship – Pathways, Inc.
Corporate Sponsorship

Partners on
the path forward

Where corporate impact meets community change. Partner with Pathways and make a measurable difference for Bloomington families — while delivering real value for your business.

2025 Goal
$214,215
2026 Goal
$219,570
2027 Goal
$226,158
Opportunities
12+
Why partner with us

It's good business to do good

Sponsoring Pathways isn't just philanthropy — it's a strategic investment in your workforce, your community, and your brand. Here's what your partnership delivers.

Workforce pipeline

Our families are hardworking caregivers, all employed or pursuing higher education — the very workforce Bloomington businesses depend on.

Brand visibility

Logo placement, event recognition, social media features, and co-branded materials put your name in front of thousands in our community.

Authentic CSR

Connect your team to meaningful volunteer and engagement opportunities that go beyond a check — building culture and community at the same time.

Tax advantages

Pathways is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Sponsorships are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law, making your investment work harder.

Flexible tiers

From $700 to $6,400+, there's a partnership level that fits your budget and aligns with your corporate giving goals.

Measurable impact

We report back on exactly what your sponsorship funded — real children, real families, real outcomes you can share with stakeholders.

Sponsorship opportunities

Find your partnership level

Every tier is designed to deliver meaningful benefits to your business alongside real impact for families. More than a dozen options available — these are our flagship opportunities.

Child sponsorship
Child Sponsorship

Fully subsidize high-quality childcare and early learning for one child for an entire year. Your support ensures a young learner has access to the resources, curriculum, and nurturing environment they need to thrive — while giving their caregivers peace of mind to pursue work or education.

$4,800 Full year $2,400 half-year available
Full tuition coverage Curriculum resources Named recognition Progress updates
Flexible modules
Your Path Sponsorship

Sponsor focused, fast-track coaching modules — Transportation & Home Stability, Well-Being, or Financial Resilience. Each participant is paired with a dedicated mentor who meets biweekly to assess progress and problem-solve barriers, while small peer cohorts build social capital and mutual support.

$700–$4,800 Per participant 6 or 12-month terms
Choose your module Dedicated mentor Peer cohort model Milestone reporting

These are our three flagship tiers. View the full sponsorship catalogue for all 12+ opportunities including event sponsorships, classroom supply funding, and our Business Partnership Program.

Your audience

Who your sponsorship reaches

Pathways serves Bloomington's hardworking families — the very people who make up and depend on the local economy. Your support reaches real people building real futures.

100% of families are employed or actively pursuing higher education
Early childhood (ages 0–5) is the highest-ROI moment to invest in a child's future
Local roots — every dollar stays in Bloomington and Monroe County
Lasting impact across early learning, food security, coaching, and financial stability

Ready to become a partner?

Fill out our sponsor interest form and a member of our development team will be in touch within two business days to find the right fit for your business.