A new service has been launched to connect businesses and foundations looking to sponsor projects for seniors with not-for-profit organizations and agencies that serve seniors and are looking for funds.
The online Sponsorship Opportunities Catalog is a collaboration of the Westchester Public/Private Partnership for Aging Services and Westchester County’s Department of Senior Programs and Services (DSPS). The partnership has raised funds for DSPS programs for more than 20 years.
Community and not-for-profit groups can apply for free listings in the catalog to tell about their events. Businesses and foundations can then browse through the catalog to look for programs they may want to sponsor.
The groups can list the amount of funding they need, how it will benefit the seniors as well as data to support the need for their request, be if for a one-day program or an ongoing series. They can also describe volunteer opportunities with their organization.
Experienced service providers will review applications before they’re included in the catalog. That will ensure the catalog’s quality standards and assure businesses that they’re dealing with trusted service providers.
“This is a service that is needed at any time but is especially needed now because of the economy,” said DSPS Commissioner Mae Carpenter. “Many agencies have seen their funding cut back. And businesses, in turn, want to be sure that their contributions go to where they will have the most impact.”
To receive an application form, contact Annette Alve in DSPS.