Sponsorships & events

Nationwide sponsorships demonstrate our brand promise

At Nationwide, we use our sponsorships to create positive interactions with people that allow us to demonstrate our On Your Side® brand promise. We seek partnerships that:

  • Build the Nationwide brand by creating positive brand experiences
  • Drive business by building and strengthening relationships
  • Build enthusiasm and pride among agents and associates

Some of the organizations and events we sponsor

National Football League

Nationwide is an Official Sponsor of the NFL.

Minor League Baseball (MiLB)

Nationwide is proud to be an Official Partner of MiLB.

Dale Earnhardt Jr.

Nationwide is proud to partner with Dale Earnhardt Jr.​

The Memorial Tournament

We’re excited to be part of a great golf tradition that supports Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Nationwide Children’s Hospital Championship

This showcase for young golfers raises thousands for pediatric cancer research and treatment.

The Columbus Zoo

We help spread the word about wildlife conservation.

Columbus Crew SC

Nationwide is proud to be an official sponsor of the Columbus Crew.

Columbus Blue Jackets

Nationwide has been a championship partner of the NHL Blue Jackets since the team’s inception.

Columbus Clippers

Nationwide is the official insurance provider of the Triple-A affiliate of the Cleveland Indians.

CIAA Partnership

Nationwide sponsors the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association tournament in Charlotte.

Black Enterprise

We’re proud to sponsor the country’s premier business conference and networking event for African American entrepreneurs.

NBMBAA Conference

Meet reps from Nationwide at the next National Black MBA Association convention.

Prospanica Conference and Exposition

Nationwide is proud to support Prospanica - The Association of Hispanic Professionals.

LATINA Style

Nationwide supports the growth and development of Latina professionals and business owners.

National Urban League

Nationwide supports empowering Americans for equal access to jobs, education and more.

Nonprofit event applications

We choose which nonprofit events to sponsor based on our Community Impact Model.

Requests for nonprofit event sponsorships are accepted every year from January 1 until October 1. We encourage you to submit your request 90 days before your event. When submitting your request, please provide the signed Statement of Nondiscrimination. You’ll be prompted to upload this form during the application process.

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Note: If you applied for a nonprofit sponsorship prior to 2019, you'll need to create a password as a first-time user.
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