At Hospicare, we provide compassionate end-of-life care and ongoing bereavement support—at no cost—to individuals and families in our community. Our free community programs offer comfort, connection, and healing, touching the lives of over 2,000 people in Tompkins and Cortland counties each year.
As a nonprofit, we rely on the generosity of local businesses to ensure that everyone who qualifies for our care receives it, regardless of their ability to pay. Your sponsorship directly supports these vital services.
We offer three unique opportunities for your business to get involved and give back through community sponsorships.
Women Swimmin’ for Hospicare
Take the plunge! Join us as a sponsor of Women Swimmin’ for Hospicare, our most beloved and high-profile annual fundraiser. Now in its 22nd year, this inspiring event raises essential funds for the care of terminally ill patients and their loved ones in Tompkins and Cortland counties.
Last year, Women Swimmin’ for Hospicare raised more than $650k during the fundraising window of May through August 9th (Swim Day), with 450+ participants, 7,000 donations, and 200+ volunteers. Many participants swim and fundraise in memory of a loved one or in gratitude for the care they received at Hospicare.
Sponsorships cover the expenses that make our event so successful, including food and beverages for the swimmers and other participants, port-a-potties, the sound system, and even the buses that transport the swimmers the swim point. In return, our sponsors–of all levels–receive recognition in a variety of high-impact ways, including visibility in front of thousands of community members. While we encourage monetary sponsorship, we’re open to a combination of both monetary and in-kind.
Learn more about sponsoring Women Swimmin’ here.
Women Chillin’ for Hospicare
Each year, we bring together past swimmers, boaters, and volunteers to celebrate their contributions and strengthen their connection to the Hospicare mission.
Sponsorships for Women Chillin’ cover the costs of hosting our celebration of the volunteers and participants of our most successful fundraising event of the year, Women Swimmin’ for Hospicare, including items such event locations, food & beverages, entertainment, and awards. We encourage monetary sponsorship but are open to a combination of both monetary and in-kind. In return, Women Chillin’ sponsors are recognized as both a Women Chillin’ AND Women Swimmin’ sponsors with visibility of thousands of community members.
General Sponsorship or Capital Fund
Support the future of Hospicare.
Your business can help fund essential renovations, maintain our beautiful residence grounds, and enhance the Hospicare Residence—a welcoming, peaceful space for patients and families. We also have opportunities to sponsor smaller areas of impact or provide in-kind donations, including comfort items for our residents, decorations around the holidays, or other options. Have an idea on how you’d like to get involved? Contact us to let us know!
Amplify Your Impact
All Hospicare sponsorships include recognition through our media sponsors, who generously provide coverage of our events and services.
Sponsorships start at $1,000. Contact Director of Development Emily Sanders Hopkins today to learn more. Ehopkins@hospicare.org or by phone at 607-272-0212.