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Road to Rome Fundraising & Sponsorship

Be Part of a First for Our Academy—and a Dream Come True for Our Youth Athletes.


This May, for the first time ever, young athletes from our academy will be competing overseas at the prestigious IBJJF European Championships in Rome. This marks an incredible milestone - not only for our competitors, but for our entire community.


We’ve helped students thrive through local, provincial, national, and U.S.-based tournaments, and now, they’ll be stepping onto one of the biggest international stages in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Their dedication to training, their love for the sport, and their commitment to personal growth have brought them this far - and now, we’re rallying behind them to go even further.


How You Can Help


Make a Donation


You can make a direct contribution of any amount to help offset travel, registration, and accommodation costs for our youth competitors. Every dollar goes directly toward supporting the athletes. No amount is too small, and every bit counts.


Prefer to donate in person? Donations can also be made at the academy or at our upcoming events.


Participate in or Donate to the Online Auction


From April 11 to May 11, we’re running a special online auction featuring items from local businesses, services, gym packages, and more!


You can get involved in two ways:

  • Bid on great items and experiences—all proceeds go directly to the team
  • Donate an item or service to be auctioned (gift cards, experiences, merchandise, etc.)


All auction donors will be recognized online and at the academy throughout the campaign.


Sponsorship


We’re also inviting businesses, organizations, and families in our community to join us as Road to Rome Sponsors. Your support helps cover the cost of travel, tournament registration, coaching, etc. - and in return, you’ll receive meaningful recognition and be part of something truly special.


Sponsorship Benefits:

Enhanced Brand Visibility: With an expected audience of over 300 attendees, your brand will gain significant exposure. Our event attracts a wide range of demographics, offering your business a unique platform to showcase its products or services.

Targeted Marketing: The event brings together fitness enthusiasts, sports professionals, and health-conscious individuals. Sponsoring Ground Games places your brand directly in front of a highly targeted audience, aligning your products or services with their interests and needs.

Community Engagement: Being a part of this event signifies support for healthy living and sportsmanship. It's an opportunity to engage with the community in a meaningful way, enhancing your brand's reputation as a supporter of local events and wellness initiatives.

Networking Opportunities: Ground Games is more than just a competition; it's a gathering of like-minded individuals and businesses. As a sponsor, you'll have the chance to network with other local businesses, potential clients, and partners.

Customizable Sponsorship Packages: We offer a variety of sponsorship packages that can be tailored to meet your business needs and goals. Whether it's branding on event materials, a booth space, or special mentions during the event, we can work together to maximize your presence.


Marketing and Promotion:

As a sponsor, you benefit from:

- Logo and brand placement in all event-related marketing materials and on our website.

- Social media mentions across all our platforms before, during, and after the event.

- Present a bout winner with a trophy.

- Your brand presence will be displayed at the venue on banners and in the event program.


Choose Your Impact:

With various sponsorship levels, you have the flexibility to choose how you want to make an impact. Whether it’s through Ground Games BJJ event alone, or combined with our daytime Fitness & Wellness Expo, your brand can take center stage in a way that suits your goals and budget.


Your involvement in the Ground Games event will not only elevate your brand visibility but also connect you with a community that values health, fitness, and sports.

Sponsorship Packages

Mat Supporter

Includes:

  • Recognition on our in-gym Road to Rome Wall
  • Listing on our official sponsor webpage
  • A thank-you shoutout on social media.
  • Certificate of sponsorship for display at your business

Elite Sponsor

Includes:

  • All Mat Supporter benefits, plus:
  • Business tagged in multiple social posts
  • Additional thank-you during competition weekend coverage
  • Option to leave business cards or flyers at our academy



Title Sponsor

Includes:

  • All Academy Ally benefits, plus:
  • Recognition as a Primary Sponsor
  • Business mentioned in all athlete-related posts and event promotions
  • Your branding featured in our post-tournament athlete highlight video
  • Prominent sponsor signage at all Road to Rome fundraising events

Upcoming Events

Contact us for more information