University of Michigan Health-Sparrow & University of Michigan Health-West is a community-based not-for-profit organization with a mission to improve the health of the people in our communities by providing quality, compassionate care to everyone, every time. A part of this mission is to provide financial support, donated items, community education and clinical services to community groups that share this mission. While we dedicate most available funds to patient care, we do offer limited sponsorship opportunities and support for programs and events that are in alignment with our mission, strategic priorities, and brand objectives.
Due to the high volume of requests that we receive, all requests must be submitted via this form for consideration. We are unable to fund all requests. If a request is approved, we will respond to you or your organization by email.
Timing:
- UM Health-Sparrow and UM Health-West operate on a July 1 – June 30 fiscal year.
- Your application must be received at least 90 days prior to your event date to maximize any benefits provided. (For example: If your event date is in June, your application must be received by March 31).
Support Criteria:
We generally do NOT contribute sponsorship dollars or services to the following:
- Organizations without current Internal Revenue Service (IRS) 501(c)(3) tax exempt, public charity status
- Organizations that discriminate by race, religion, color, creed, gender, age or national origin
- Individuals
- Individual school, PTO and/or athletic/band/activity boosters
- Sports teams/clubs (K-12)
- Political causes or candidates
- Travel costs
- UM Health employees
- Requests for loan reimbursement
- Capital campaigns
- Multi-year pledges
- Endowments
- Religious or fraternal organizations
- Private clubs
- Sponsorship/support outside of our service area
- Door prizes/raffles
Questions? Contact CommunityEngagement@UMHSparrow.org