Tribal & Community Sponsorships
About Our Sponsorships
Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation sponsors community events and activities throughout the Inland Empire and Indian Country. These sponsorships hope to inspire connection, drive community development, and advocate self-determination for all.
We encourage Yuhaaviatam Tribal Citizens to be actively involved in communities through sponsorship of opportunities that inspire good health, wellness, and cultural and artistic appreciation—all of which help sustain a sense of community.
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Areas of Focus
Community Engagement & Development
We support events that:
- Invite positive interactions between community members and civil servants.
- Provide opportunities for community members to learn about their community.
- Support strong, united Indian Country and Inland Empire communities.
Cultivating Arts & Sharing Culture
We support events that:
- Educate communities across the Inland Empire and Indian Country about the history, traditions, and contemporary cultures of Native peoples
- Create opportunities that strengthen communities and celebrate cultural vitality throughout Indian Country
- Support creative expression and cultural learning through art, storytelling, and community engagement
Wellness & Healthy Living
We support events that:
- Promote holistic wellness, nurturing both physical health and mental well-being
- Inspire healthier lifestyles through education, engagement, and community connection
Expectations
Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation has high expectations of all sponsorship recipients. Applicants must display capacity to manage all aspects of the event(s) to be sponsored. As sponsorship partners, all recipients must provide negotiated and exclusive sponsorship benefits/entitlements to the Tribe.
Applicants should consider capacity to fulfill sponsor expectations prior to submitting an application.
Before applying, please understand that:
- Applicants and events must align with the San Manuel brand and provide entitlements that advance the business objectives, goodwill, reputation, and community relationships of San Manuel
- All applications must include event budget and marketing plan sponsorships must offer competitive sponsor benefits
- All sponsorship recipients must complete a recap report within 14 days following the sponsored event. Applications must be submitted no less than 90 days prior to desired commitment date
Who Can Apply?
Offer impactful events to Indian Country and/or the Inland Empire Community. Applicants must have sustainable business models and positive, long-standing relationships in their communities.
Preference will be given to hyper-local and current partner organizations.
Applications will only be accepted from:
- Reputable for-profit organizations
- 501(c)4
- 501(c)6
- Current partners organizations
- Tribal governments
- Tribal businesses
- Chambers of Commerce
- Local, State, Regional Agencies
Limitations
- Events outside of Indian Country or the Inland Empire
- Individuals’ requests for any purpose
- Religious organizations seeking funding for religious purposes
- Schools or booster clubs
- 501(c)3 nonprofits*
- Fiscal sponsors
*501(c)3 organizations may be eligible to apply for Charitable Giving. Please visit San Manuel Cares to learn more.
