2026 Sponsor Opportunities

 Partner with the WVCC for an Unforgettable Year!

Download the Sponsorship Form

The Wisconsin Veterans Chamber of Commerce (WVCC) is dedicated to supporting veterans, veteran-owned businesses (VOBs), veteran-friendly businesses, and the broader community.

Through education, networking, advocacy, and programs that empower our members, WVCC creates opportunities for businesses to connect with a growing audience of community leaders, professionals, and consumers.

Why Partner with WVCC?

Celebrated 10 years of supporting veterans and veteran-owned businesses

Members across all regions of Wisconsin and 15 additional states

Partnerships with 63 Wisconsin Chambers representing 49,000+ businesses

Hosted over 150 statewide WVCC events in 2025

Largest Annual Business Conference to date held at Lambeau Field

Learn More About WVCC

Weekly and Monthly Sponsorship Opportunities

These options offer consistent, recurring visibility through WVCC communications and programming. Ideal for organizations looking for sustained brand presence and ongoing engagement.

Weekly Newsletter Sponsorship

50 Weeks | $200 per month

Reach and visibility

  • 9,000+ weekly recipients
  • Average open rate of 20–25 percent

Sponsor benefits

  • Logo placement in the weekly newsletter
  • Featured message section
  • Featured advertising placement
  • Up to five sponsors per cycle
  • Billed monthly across four issues

Best for:
Organizations seeking steady brand exposure to a highly engaged veteran and business audience.

Monthly Sponsorship

Assorted First Calls | $240–$600 per year

Opportunities

  • Yearly Event Sponsor
  • Refreshments Sponsor
  • Digital Sponsor

Sponsor benefits

  • Logo placement on event marketing materials
  • Logo placement on social media promotion
  • Pricing based on sponsorship level, approximately $20–$50 per month

Additional note

  • First Call Madison is the current active event
  • WVCC is working toward statewide frequency

Monthly (SOUND OFF) Virtual Micro-Networking

$1,200 per year | SOLD OUT

Sponsor benefits

  • Logo placement on event marketing materials
  • Five-minute speaking opportunity to open the event
  • Closing remarks opportunity
  • Monthly engagement with attendees

 

Workshop Sponsorship

Build Your Own | $1,000 per event

Sponsor benefits

  • Sponsor a themed workshop in your business’s honor
  • Logo placement on materials and social media promotion
  • Sponsor helps guide educational content
  • WVCC manages registration and marketing support
  • Sponsor provides location space and logistical support

Best for:
Businesses interested in thought leadership and direct engagement with attendees.

Weekly and Monthly Sponsorship Opportunities

These sponsorships provide elevated visibility and alignment with WVCC’s largest communications and signature events. Ideal for organizations seeking broader reach and premium placement.

Quarterly Newsletter Sponsorship

$2,000 per year

Audience reach

  • 13,000+ recipients per issue

Sponsor benefits

  • Featured larger ad and content section for business promotion
  • Premier logo placement across four quarterly newsletters
  • Up to five sponsors per year

Best for:
Brands seeking high-impact visibility delivered quarterly to a large statewide audience.

2026 Annual Business Sponsorships

Investment range: $1,000–$10,000

Annual sponsorships offer customizable opportunities tied to WVCC’s largest events and programs.

Available sponsorship options

  • Title Sponsor
  • Exhibition Hall Sponsor
  • Speaker Series Sponsor
  • Networking Sponsor
  • Digital Sponsor
  • Community Sponsor or Build Your Own option

Sponsor highlights may include

  • Event co-branding and prominent placement on event materials
  • Prominent placement in sponsorship areas
  • Logo placement in printed event materials
  • Logo placement in digital event materials
  • Speaking or presentation opportunities
  • Social media spotlights leading up to the event
  • Complimentary event access

Availability note

  • Sponsorships are limited in quantity
  • Opportunities are confirmed upon agreement and availability

Special Program Sponsorship Opportunities

These sponsorships allow partners to directly support WVCC programs while aligning their brand with veteran workforce development, entrepreneurship, and business growth initiatives.

WVCC Website “Bumper Ads”

$2,000 per year

Sponsor benefits

  • Yearly bumper ad designed specifically for your business
  • Logo placement as part of the advertising
  • Ability to update the ad periodically to reflect current campaigns
  • Limited to eight yearly sponsors

Best for:
Businesses seeking ongoing digital visibility on the WVCC website.

Build Your Own Program Event

$2,500 per program

Sponsor benefits

  • Sponsor a recurring program organized and planned by your business
  • Logo placement on materials and social media promotion
  • Sponsor helps guide the educational aspects of the event
  • WVCC assists with registration, promotion, and marketing
  • Sponsor provides location space and logistical support
  • Event becomes a recurring part of the WVCC calendar

Best for:
Organizations interested in shaping educational content and building thought leadership.

Invest in Vets Program

$2,500 per year

Sponsor benefits

  • Support veterans entering the workforce
  • Logo placement and program recognition
  • Opportunities to interact with participating businesses
  • Enhanced networking and collaboration opportunities
  • Limited to three yearly sponsors

Best for:
Employers focused on workforce development and veteran hiring initiatives.

Vetrepreneur Project / VOB Small Business Accelerator

$5,000 per year

Sponsor benefits

  • Support a free-to-attend entrepreneurial program for veteran-owned business owners
  • Brand association with veteran business growth
  • Opportunities to present at cohort sessions throughout the year
  • Opportunity to serve as a judge for the Pitch Competition
  • Limited to three yearly sponsors

Best for:
Organizations committed to entrepreneurship, innovation, and veteran business success.

WVCC 501(c)(3) Foundation – Membership Assistance Program

$7,500 per year

Sponsor benefits

  • Help deserving veteran-owned businesses afford WVCC membership dues
  • Recognition in the annual report and periodic communications
  • Social media recognition
  • Seat on the WVCC Foundation Committee
  • Speaking engagement opportunities throughout the year
  • Limited to five yearly sponsors

Best for:
Organizations seeking high-impact, philanthropic sponsorship with governance and visibility benefits.

Become a Sponsor

Ready to join us?

Complete the sponsorship form, select your tier or custom opportunity, and secure your place in WVCC’s 2026 season.

How to Get Started

  1. Choose your WVCC sponsorship tier or custom opportunity.
  2. Complete the WVCC Sponsorship Agreement Form.
  3. Submit your high-resolution logo and any print or digital assets.
  4. Invoice and payment instructions will be provided upon agreement.
  5. Coordinate with WVCC on branding guidelines, booth logistics, and deadlines.

Sponsorship Contact

Thomas Parr
Membership Director, WVCC

Email: tparr@wiveteranschamber.org

Phone: (414) 207-4376

Mailing Address:
313 N. Plankinton Ave, Suite 207
Milwaukee, WI 53203

Become a Sponsor