Sponsorships
The University of Waikato values all sponsorship and partnership relationships, as they enable us to build strong community connections, collaborate with partners and drive shared success.
Creating opportunities together
Our sponsorships create opportunities to work alongside organisations on events, initiatives and projects that make a positive impact across our region and beyond.
We prioritise sponsorship applications that:
- Contribute to community involvement by fostering positive relationships and delivering tangible benefits to the wider community.
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Support student recruitment by attracting prospective students and showcasing educational opportunities.
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Enhance our reputation by aligning with our values and increasing our visibility in a positive and professional manner.
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Strengthen sector engagement through meaningful collaboration, knowledge sharing, and industry involvement.
We don’t fund sponsorship applications that:
- Conflict with the university’s mission, values, or policies.
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Lack of academic or community value.
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Do not demonstrate clear outcomes or accountability, such as those without measurable goals or impact.
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They are primarily for personal or private benefit, rather than serving a broader student, academic, or community interest.
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Take place within three months of submitting a sponsorship application.
When should I apply?
To be considered for future sponsorship, applications must be submitted no later than the end of September in the year prior to the intended start date.
Interested in partnering with The University of Waikato?
Sponsorship frequently asked questions
We do consider applications for multi-year sponsorships that can demonstrate the benefits of long-term support. Please ensure your sponsorship application clearly outlines the requested funding period. All multi-year requests are subject to annual review.
While not mandatory, supporting documents such as a budget, marketing or activation plan, or previous relevant reports are encouraged, as they may strengthen the evaluation of your sponsorship request.
We encourage a post-sponsorship report to evaluate the outcomes of the partnership. This report will also support potential future funding decisions and identify opportunities for continued collaboration.
You can get in touch with our Engagement and Sponsorship team at the University of Waikato by emailing engagement@waikato.ac.nz