Depaul Raft Race Sponsorship Opportunities

Corporate organisations and SMEs in Ireland

CSR and ESG-focused companies

Community-minded businesses

Employees participating in team-building fundraising events

Local and national sponsors seeking brand visibility and social impact

Annual event cycle (Raft Race typically runs once per year)

Sponsorship engagement begins in advance of event marketing period

Branding and recognition included during pre-event promotion, event day,

and post-event reporting

Ongoing visibility on Depaul channels for selected sponsorship tiers

• Entry-level sponsorship from approx. €200
• Mid-tier sponsorship approx. €500 – €2,500
• Higher-tier sponsorship up to €10,000
• Packages vary depending on level (branding, team entries, naming rights, event presence)

Depaul’s Raft Race sponsorship programme offers companies the opportunity to support one

of its flagship fundraising events.

Sponsors gain visibility across event materials, online platforms, and on-the-day branding opportunities.

Sponsorship tiers include a range of packages such as exclusive naming rights for top-tier partners, branding on promotional materials, team entries, and opportunities to engage

directly with attendees at the event. Sponsors also contribute directly to funding services

that support people experiencing homelessness.

Sponsorship directly supports Depaul’s mission to reduce and prevent homelessness across

Ireland. Funds raised help provide;

• Emergency accommodation and safe shelter
• Hot meals, hygiene support, and essential care
• Long-term housing and rehabilitation services
• Family and youth homelessness prevention programmes
• Outreach services for some of the most vulnerable individuals

By sponsoring, organisations contribute to improving stability, dignity, and long-term outcomes for people experiencing homelessness.