Community Sports & Partnership Network Nationwide

Where Sports,
Nonprofits &
Sponsors
Connect.

Zubie Five is a nationwide community sports and partnership network, connecting leagues, schools, nonprofits, and independent sports properties with the brands and sponsors that fuel their mission.

Who are you? Get started below.

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I run a sports organization

Leagues, schools, clubs, and rec programs

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I represent a nonprofit

Community orgs & mission-driven groups

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I manage a pro or college program

D1–D3, NAIA, independent teams, motorsports

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I want to become a sponsor

Local businesses and national brands

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The Youth Sports Opportunity

How sponsors benefit from community sports

U.S. Youth Sports Industry$40B market

Youth played organized sports in 202458% nationally

Year-over-year participation growth+6% in 2024

Consumers who back cause-aligned brands89%

Families attending youth sports events weeklyMillions

The Zubie Five Mission

Every organization deserves a sponsor. Every community deserves fully-funded sports. We make that happen, at zero cost to the organizations we serve.

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1.2M+

Youth Sports Organizations in the U.S.

Upfront Cost to Orgs

Verticals Served

100%

Commission-Based Model

Nationwide

Coverage

Little Leagues· Youth Soccer· High School Athletics· Nonprofits· NAIA Programs· College Athletics· Pop Warner Football· Independent Racetracks· Community Foundations· Youth Basketball· Cheer & Gymnastics· Swim Programs· Track & Field· Club Sports· Little Leagues· Youth Soccer· High School Athletics· Nonprofits· NAIA Programs· College Athletics· Pop Warner Football· Independent Racetracks· Community Foundations· Youth Basketball· Cheer & Gymnastics· Swim Programs· Track & Field· Club Sports·

Our Three Verticals

One Network. Three Ways We Serve You.

Zubie Five brings the same professional sponsorship brokerage infrastructure to every level of community and independent sports.

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Youth & Community Sports

Sports Organizations

We find, pitch, and close brand partnerships for leagues, schools, clubs, and community rec programs nationwide, at zero upfront cost. Our commission-only model means we only earn when you do.

Little leagues & youth baseball
Soccer clubs & academies
High school athletic departments
Youth basketball & football leagues
Cheer, swim, track & all other sports

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Nonprofit & Community

Nonprofit & Sports Marketplace

We connect nonprofits with sports organizations for co-branded events, fundraising partnerships, and community activations. We also help nonprofits think bigger about sports as a marketing and engagement channel.

Nonprofit-sports partnership brokerage
Co-branded event and fundraiser strategy
Corporate sponsor matching for nonprofits
Educational resource library
Community foundations & cause orgs

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Pro & Collegiate

Pro & Collegiate Consulting

Agency-level sponsorship strategy and digital infrastructure for programs that have been overlooked by the big firms. We bring the same sophistication the pros get to D1–D3, NAIA, and independent sports properties.

D1, D2, D3 & NAIA athletic programs
Independent professional sports teams
Local & regional motorsports racetracks
Minor league & developmental leagues
Sports-adjacent organizations

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The Process

We Do the Work.
You Keep the Revenue.

A four-step process that turns your organization's untapped sponsorship potential into real, recurring revenue.

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We Learn Your Organization

We assess your programs, audience, community footprint, and current revenue channels. This becomes the foundation of your entire sponsorship strategy.

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We Build Your Package

We identify every sponsorship asset you have from jerseys, banners, events, digital, and build tiered packages with professional pitch decks.

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We Find & Pitch Brands

We handle 100% of outreach, pitching, follow-up, and negotiation with local businesses and national brands. You never make a sales call.

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You Get Paid. We Earn Ours.

Commission-only. We earn a percentage of closed deals. Zero upfront fees, zero monthly charges, zero risk to your organization.

Why It Works

The Zubie Five
Difference

We bring the same sponsorship infrastructure used by professional sports teams and major brands, and make it available to every community organization, nonprofit, and independent sports property in America.

2.5×

Higher purchase intent among consumers who see brands sponsor community events (Nielsen)

58%

U.S. youth sports participation in 2024 — highest in nearly a decade (Project Play, 2026)

States already hitting the federal 63% youth sports participation goal (Project Play, 2026)

76%

Of parents say they prefer to buy from companies that sponsor their child's sports team (Sports Marketing Surveys)

Our Process

We Handle Everything.
You Keep the Revenue.

Organization Assessment

We learn your programs, audience, and goals — then build your custom sponsorship strategy.

Inventory & Package Build

We identify every asset you have, value it properly, and build professional tiered packages.

Sponsor Outreach & Sales

We pitch local and national brands on your behalf — every call, every follow-up, every negotiation.

You Get Paid. We Earn Our Commission.

Zero upfront cost. Zero monthly fees. We only earn when you do — that's our promise.

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Upfront Cost to Your Organization

Commission-only model means you never pay us until we close a sponsorship deal on your behalf.

$40B

U.S. Youth Sports Industry (2025)

Youth sports is now a $40 billion industry — and most community organizations are leaving their share of sponsorship revenue on the table. (NYT, 2025)

58%

Of U.S. Youth Played Organized Sports in 2024 — Highest in Nearly a Decade

Participation rose significantly in 2024, with 15 states hitting the federal 63% target. The momentum is real — and your brand can be part of it. (Project Play, 2026)

89%

Of Consumers Support Brands Aligned With Social Causes

Community sponsorships build real brand trust and loyalty that digital ads simply cannot replicate. (Labyrinth, 2025)

Ready to Unlock Your Sponsorship Potential?

Submit your information and we'll reach out within one business day — no cost, no obligation.

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Nonprofit + Sports Marketplace

Nonprofits: Sports Are Your Most Untapped Partnership Channel

Youth sports organizations have audiences, venues, and deep community trust. Nonprofits have missions, donor networks, and grant funding. Together, they're unstoppable, and Zubie Five is the platform that brings them together.

We help nonprofits think beyond the traditional fundraising playbook and leverage sports organizations as co-marketing and community engagement partners.

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Reach Families Where They Already Are

Youth sports events draw hundreds to thousands of parents and community members every weekend. Partner with a local organization and your nonprofit is front and center.

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Unlock New Fundraising Revenue Streams

Co-branded tournaments, charity game nights, jersey sponsorships that support your cause — we structure deals that generate income for both the sports org and your nonprofit.

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Corporate Sponsor Matching

Many corporate sponsors want both community visibility AND cause alignment. We structure packages that satisfy both needs, with your nonprofit and a sports organization as co-beneficiaries.

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Educational Resource Library

Free guides, templates, and courses teaching nonprofits how to think strategically about sports partnerships, event activations, and sponsorship structures.

Pro & Collegiate Consulting

Agency-Level Strategy for
Programs That Deserve It

The big sports agencies only serve the biggest clients. Zubie Five brings the same sophistication to D1–D3 programs, NAIA schools, independent teams, and motorsports properties.

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Sponsorship Strategy & Sales

Full-service sponsorship package development, inventory valuation, prospect research, and sales execution for athletic programs that need agency-level support without agency-level fees.

Commission-based · No upfront cost

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Digital & Brand Infrastructure

Website development, media kit creation, social media strategy, and brand positioning for athletic departments and independent sports properties ready to look the part.

Project-based pricing available

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Motorsports & Niche Properties

Local racetracks, regional motorsports series, and niche sports properties have passionate fan bases and underutilized sponsorship assets. We know how to monetize them.

Specialized motorsports expertise

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Collegiate Athletic Programs

D1, D2, D3, and NAIA programs, especially those outside the Power 5, are sitting on untapped local and regional sponsorship revenue. We go get it for them.

All division levels · All sports

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Revenue Diversification Audit

A deep-dive assessment of your current revenue model with a strategic roadmap identifying every untapped sponsorship, partnership, and commercial opportunity.

Starting engagement for new clients

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Partnership Development

Beyond sponsorships, we identify and broker co-marketing, licensing, media, and community partnership opportunities that create long-term revenue relationships.

Long-term retainer available

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For Sponsors

Get Off the Bench.
Become a Community Sponsor.

Reach thousands of local families throughout an entire season, at a fraction of the cost of traditional advertising, with genuine community impact.

58%

Of U.S. youth played organized sports in 2024 — nearly back to the all-time high

Youth sports participation hit 58% in 2024, a significant year-over-year jump. 15 states already hit the federal 63% goal. Families are showing up — your brand should be there with them. (Project Play, 2026)

$883

Average amount families spend per child per season on youth sports

Youth sports families are high-value consumers. They spend on gear, travel, food, healthcare, and services all season long. Your sponsorship puts your brand in front of them at every touchpoint — for a fraction of what digital ads cost. (SFIA, 2024)

89%

Of consumers support brands aligned with social causes and community impact

Community sponsorships build brand trust that digital advertising simply cannot match. Families remember — and choose — the businesses that invest in their kids and their communities. (Labyrinth, 2025)

Become a Sponsor →

The Playbook

Knowledge for Every Level

Free resources, guides, and courses for sports organizations, nonprofits, and consulting clients.

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Free Tool

The Zubie Five Difference

Learn our process, see the data behind community sports sponsorships, and find out why organizations nationwide choose Zubie Five.

Learn More →

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Free Guide

Nonprofit + Sports Partnership Toolkit

A practical guide to structuring co-branded events, securing corporate sponsors, and using sports as a nonprofit engagement channel.

Download Free →

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Free Course

Sponsorship 101 for Youth Sports Organizations

A beginner-friendly course covering sponsorship strategy, asset identification, package development, and how to approach sponsors confidently.

Enroll Free →

Our Mission

Building a World Where Sports Changes Lives at Every Level

Zubie Five started with a simple belief, that every child deserves the opportunity to play youth sports, regardless of their family's financial situation. That belief hasn't changed. But our vision has grown.

Today, Zubie Five serves youth leagues, nonprofits, collegiate programs, and independent sports properties nationwide. Whether we're securing a jersey patch sponsor for a little league or building a full sponsorship strategy for a D3 athletic department, the mission is the same: connect the right partners, unlock the right revenue, and let sports do what it does best.

We believe sports, at every level, is one of the most powerful forces for community, character, and connection that exists. Our job is to make sure the organizations delivering that impact never have to do it without the resources they deserve.

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Access

Every child deserves the opportunity to play sports regardless of their family's financial situation.

Community

Youth sports are the fabric of communities. We work to strengthen that fabric by connecting organizations with the resources they need to thrive.

Integrity

We only succeed when our clients succeed. Our commission model means our interests are always perfectly aligned with yours.

Hustle

We bring professional-grade sales energy to every organization we represent. Your opportunities deserve to be pitched like a pro.

FAQ

Questions? We Have Answers.

What does it cost to work with Zubie Five? +

Nothing upfront. We operate on a commission-only basis — we earn a percentage of the sponsorship deals we close on your behalf. No retainers, no monthly fees, no payment until we deliver results.

What types of sports organizations do you work with? +

All of them — little leagues, soccer clubs, high school athletics, basketball leagues, football programs, cheer, swim, track, nonprofits, and community rec leagues. If you run athletic programs and need sponsorship revenue, we want to hear from you.

How long does it take to get sponsors? +

It depends on your organization size, market, and timing. Some deals close within weeks. Others take a 60-90 day sales cycle. We give you a realistic timeline based on your specific situation during our initial assessment.

Are we too small to attract sponsors? +

Not at all. Local businesses often prefer smaller, community-based organizations because the audience is hyper-local and the relationship is personal. Even small single-field leagues can land meaningful sponsorships with the right pitch.

What if we already have some sponsors? +

Great — that is a starting point, not a ceiling. We will audit what you have, identify gaps, look for upsell opportunities with current sponsors, and work to expand your overall roster and revenue.