2026 Gaiter Classic Golf Tournament

Sponsorship & Partnership Opportunities

The Gaiter Classic is Bishop’s University Athletics’ premier annual fundraising event, bringing together alumni, corporate partners, and community members in celebration of our student‑athletes and championship sports programs.

All proceeds raised through the Gaiter Classic are dedicated entirely to scholarships for student‑athletes.

These scholarships are essential to ensuring that Bishop’s University can attract, support, and retain top student‑athletes, making it possible for our teams to compete — and win — against the strongest university programs in the country.

Friday, June 12, 2026

Dufferin Heights Golf Club, Stanstead, Québec

Sponsorship of the Gaiter Classic provides supporters with a unique opportunity to:

  • Contribute to life‑changing student‑athlete scholarships
  • Gain meaningful visibility with alumni, community leaders, and campus visitors
  • Engage directly with 144+ participants, coaches and student-athletes
  • Align with a tradition of excellence and championship performance

2026 Sponsorship Levels at a Glance

Investment: $1,000
Return Value: $2,100+

Support Bishop’s University student‑athletes while gaining on‑site and digital visibility.

What’s Included:

  • Recognition as a Supporting Sponsor of the Gaiter Classic
  • Acknowledgement of your partnership:
    • On welcome signage and scorecards
    • On Gaiters Facebook and Instagram
    • In the tournament newsletter
    • In the Bishop’s University Alumni Magazine

Visibility Highlight
On‑site recognition complemented by digital and print exposure.

Investment: $2,000
Return Value: $3,500+

Engage directly with golfers while aligning your brand with athletic excellence.

What’s Included:

All Supporting Sponsor benefits, PLUS:

  • Presence at one tee box and opportunity to have an interactive activation/booth
  • Invitation for two to cheer on the Gaiters from the VIP platform at Coulter Field, with recognition by the PA announcer during a 2026 football game
  • Recognition on Bishop’s University and B.U. Alumni LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook accounts

Highlight – Visibility + Engagement
Tee‑box activation combined with digital benefits and exclusive experiences.

Investment: $3,500
Return Value: $6,000+

Gain prominent visibility in the highest‑traffic areas of the tournament experience.

What’s Included:

All Varsity Sponsor benefits, PLUS:

  • Prominent presence at the event entrance, bag drop, driving range, or practice green
  • 20 day passes for the Old Lennoxville Golf Course
  • Elevated exposure during participant arrival and warm‑up moments

Highlight – Enhanced Visibility
High‑impact placement in key arrival and activation zones for repeated exposure.

Investment: $5,000
Return Value: $8,500+

Position your brand across the entire course while supporting championship‑level student‑athletes.

What’s Included:

All All‑Star Partner benefits, PLUS:

  • Brand presence in all golf carts, providing continuous exposure throughout the day
  • Your logo on the Coulter Field digital scoreboard for 6 months (July-December)
  • 2 season tickets for the sport of your choice + recognition during the games
  • On-site visibility experienced by every participant

Highlight – Continued Visibility
Your brand travels with golfers for maximum repetition and is present at all Gaiters football, soccer, rugby and lacrosse games on Coulter Field in 2026.

Investment: $10,000
Return Value: $17,500+

Be recognized as THE leading corporate partner of the Gaiter Classic.

What’s Included:

All Premier Partner benefits, PLUS:

  • Recognition as Presenting Partner of the Gaiter Classic
  • Brand presence at:
    • Brunch and dinner
    • Your logo on player gifts (if confirmed by deadline)
  • Your logo on the 4 giant TV screens in the John H. Price Sports Centre for 6 months (July-December)
  • Private tour of athletic facilities with the Athletic Director and a varsity coach
  • Category‑leading visibility across hospitality and participant experience

Highlight – Maximum Visibility
Top‑tier presence woven throughout the entire tournament experience and at the heart of the Bishop’s campus throughout the year.