SDD Sponsorships

$10,000 The Apex – Title Sponsor

“Claim the sky as the premier name behind Sloss Drone Derby 2025.”

As the Apex Sponsor, your brand will be the top sponsor behind Sloss Drone Derby, ensuring maximum visibility across all event promotions and broadcasts. This sponsorship level fully funds general event operations, making it the most prestigious partnership opportunity.

In Exchange, You Receive:

• Exclusive Naming Rights – “Sloss Drone Derby presented by [Your Company]”
• Dominant Logo Placement – Primary placement on event banners, website, and all promotional materials.
• Livestream Branding – Featured in all live broadcast overlays and shoutouts during the event.
• Event Booth – Prime location for a vendor booth or activation space.
• Event & Backstage Access – 6 passes for any executives or guests, including behind-the-scenes experiences with pilots.
• Social Media & PR Spotlight – Dedicated sponsor highlight post and mentions across all event platforms.
• Post Event Media – Work with the DDC team to define video and photo deliverables specific to you.

 

$2,000 The Throttle – Flight Line Sponsors

“Powering the energy of competition, entertainment, and the flight line.”

The Throttle Sponsors fund key entertainment elements and flight operations, ensuring seamless experiences for pilots and spectators. Ideal for companies wanting strong branding at the heart of the action.

In Exchange, You Receive:

• Prominent Logo Placement – On event banners, digital assets, and entertainment/stage signage.
• Livestream Mentions – Included in race-day coverage, with verbal sponsor recognition.
• Event Booth – Priority vendor booth at the event.
• Event & Backstage Access – 4 passes for exclusive event access for your team or guests.
• Social Media & Website Placement – Featured in official event promotion.
• Post Event Media –Work with the DDC team to define video and photo deliverables specific to you.

 

$1,000 The Prop – Competition Sponsors

“Boosting the competition with essential support.”

The Prop Sponsors help cover essential miscellaneous expenses such as pilot accommodations, ground crew support, and additional competition elements.

In Exchange, You Receive:

• Logo Placement – On signage near pilot areas and the competition flight line.
• Mention in Livestream – Verbal sponsor shoutout during event broadcasts.
• Event Booth – Vendor booth at the event.
• Event Access – 2 passes for exclusive event access for your team or guests.
• Social Media & Website Placement – Stand alone short media post with Sloss Drone Derby and logo on SDD landing page.

 

$500 The Lift – Community Sponsors

“Supporting the drone community and elevating the event experience.”

The Lift Sponsors contribute to additional entertainment, community engagement initiatives, or tech-focused educational activations.

In Exchange, You Receive:

• Logo Placement – On a shared sponsor banner at the event.
• Verbal Acknowledgment – Thanked during the event.
• Event Access – 2 passes for exclusive event access for your team or guests.
• Website Placement – Logo placed on SDD landing page.

 

 $OPEN The Momentum – Prize Sponsors

“Keeping the excitement going, one prize at a time!”

• Helps showcase your products in the hands of eager pilots.
• Listed as a community supporter on website and general promotional materials.
• Support the drone community at the level you want to contribute.