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Looking for a meaningful way to support local athletes while promoting your business?

Michelle Baril Photography partners with businesses throughout Richmond, Vancouver, Surrey, Burnaby, Delta, Langley, Coquitlam, New Westminster, and the Lower Mainland to sponsor professional sports photography for youth and amateur teams.

Whether it's rugby, soccer, baseball, softball, hockey, football, lacrosse, volleyball, basketball, or field hockey, sponsorship helps families preserve unforgettable moments while giving your business valuable exposure to local communities.

become a sponsor

businesses that make great sponsors

Game Day Sponsorships are ideal for:

  • Realtors

  • Mortgage brokers

  • Financial advisors

  • Insurance brokers

  • Automotive dealerships

  • Restaurants and cafés

  • Physiotherapy clinics

  • Chiropractors

  • Dentists

  • Medical clinics

  • Gyms and fitness studios

  • Home service businesses

  • Construction companies

  • Local retailers

  • Community organizations

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more than a sponsorship. a community partnership.

  • support local athletes

    Help families preserve memories that last long after the final whistle.

  • build brand awareness

    Reach athletes, parents, grandparents, coaches and local sports communities.

  • make a lasting impact

    Show your business supports youth sports throughout Richmond, Vancouver and Surrey.

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how it works

  • step 1 - choose your sponsorship

    Single game, tournament or season partnership.

  • step 2 - game day

    I professionally photograph the action while showcasing your business.

  • step 3 - gallery delivery

    Families receive beautiful online galleries featuring your business.

  • step 4 - community exposure

    Your brand reaches hundreds of athletes and families through galleries and social media.

this is what I am looking for! I want to book a discovery call!

sponsorship packages

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single game

support one game and introduce your business to local families

all inclusive package includes

  • Professional game day photography

  • Business logo displayed on the online gallery

  • Sponsored gallery experience

  • Social media recognition

  • Thank you mention with gallery delivery

  • QR code or promotional offer within the gallery

  • Exposure to players, families and supporters

Starting at $695 + GST

Full payment is required at the time of booking to secure your session date. Sponsor a game day session and enjoy $50 off your next family session.

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support an entire tournament weekend and maximize your community visibility

all inclusive package includes

  • Coverage of multiple games

  • Premium logo placement throughout galleries

  • Business recognition across tournament content

  • Multiple social media acknowledgements

  • QR code or promotional offer included with gallery delivery

Custom tournament pricing available based on event size. Starting at $1,800+GST for 3 games.

Full payment is required at the time of booking to secure your session dates. Sponsor a game day tournament and enjoy $100 off your next family session.

tournament sponsorship

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season sponsorship

become the official photography sponsor for an entire season

ideal for businesses looking to build long-term recognition within the local sports community

all inclusive package includes

  • Sponsorship across multiple games throughout the season

  • Consistent branding on every gallery

  • Regular social media recognition

  • Business logo featured throughout the season

  • Priority opportunities for sponsored content

  • Custom promotional offers for players and families

  • Flexible scheduling across league play and playoffs

  • Annual partnership planning

Season sponsorships are customized based on the number of games during the season. Starting at $4,500 + GST for 8 games.

Full payment is required at the time of booking to secure your session dates. Sponsor a game day season and enjoy $150 off your next family session.

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what your business receives

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As a Game Day Sponsor, your business receives meaningful exposure while supporting local athletes and their families.

Your logo will be featured throughout the online gallery, reinforcing your commitment to the community every time families view and share their images. Sponsors also receive branded gallery recognition, a backlink linking directly to their business, recognition on social media, and acknowledgement throughout the gallery experience.

Most importantly, your sponsorship connects your business with hundreds of local athletes, parents, grandparents, coaches, and supporters across Richmond, Vancouver, Surrey, and the Lower Mainland, creating lasting community visibility long after the final whistle.

what families receive

A rugby match with players engaged in a scrum on a grassy field by sports photographer Michelle Baril Photography.

Families receive access to a professionally edited online gallery featuring the highlights of the game.

Thanks to your generous support as a Game Day Sponsor, every athlete receives one complimentary high-resolution digital download.

Families can also purchase additional digital downloads, fine art prints, framed wall art, canvases, and heirloom albums to celebrate their athlete's season and preserve these memories for years to come.

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sports we photograph

  • Rugby

  • Soccer

  • Hockey

  • Baseball

  • Softball

  • Football

  • Basketball

  • Volleyball

  • Lacrosse

Serving Richmond, Vancouver, Surrey, Burnaby, Delta, Langley, Coquitlam, New Westminster and communities across the Lower Mainland.

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why michelle baril photography?

As a former competitive athlete, I understand that every game tells a story. Having spent years competing at a high level, I know how quickly the defining moments happen and how much they mean to athletes and their families. That experience allows me to anticipate the emotion, determination, teamwork, and celebration that make each game unforgettable.

Rather than simply photographing the action from the sidelines, I capture the moments that reflect an athlete's journey and preserve memories that families will cherish for years to come.

Every gallery is professionally edited and designed to help families preserve memories through high-quality prints, wall art, albums, and digital images.

proud community partners

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ready to support local athletes?

I’m ready to get started!

Let's create a sponsorship that benefits your business while preserving memories for local athletes and their families.

BECOME A SPONSOR

faqs

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  • Choose a sponsorship package for a single game, tournament, or season. Once your sponsorship is confirmed, your business will be featured throughout the gallery experience, including logo placement, sponsor recognition, and a link or QR code to your business. After the event, families receive access to a professionally edited online gallery where every athlete receives one complimentary high-resolution digital download courtesy of your sponsorship.

  • Absolutely. Many sponsors are parents who own a business and want to support their child's team while giving back to the entire team community. It's a meaningful way to celebrate the athletes while introducing your business to local families.

  • Yes. Whether you'd like to sponsor multiple teams, an entire tournament, or several games throughout the season, a custom sponsorship package can be created to fit your goals and budget.

  • Yes. Sponsors are welcome to include a QR code linking to their website, booking page, or special promotion. You may also include a promotional offer or discount for families viewing the gallery, creating an additional opportunity to connect with your local community.

  • Your business will be seen by athletes, parents, grandparents, coaches, and supporters throughout the gallery experience and through sponsor recognition on social media. The level of exposure depends on the sponsorship package you choose, the number of games covered, and the size of the team or tournament.

  • Yes. Sponsors receive a selection of professionally edited images featuring sponsored game action that may be used to promote your business and your support of local sports on your website, social media, and other marketing materials. Commercial usage is included for the images provided as part of your sponsorship package.

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