Frequently Asked Questions
Financial Donations
How do I register as a sponsor?
Complete the online sponsor form by providing contact information, back-up contact information, company website, monetary or item donation type. Additionally, silver, gold, and platinum sponsors will be asked to upload a logo file and invited to attend the Professional Opportunities Fair and dinner program.
What payment methods are accepted?
We offer three different payment method options: 1) ORAU’s online payment platform; 2) mailed check; 3) wire transfer.
What is the deadline to register as a sponsor?
We can accept donations all year long. Silver, gold, and platinum sponsors must pledge to donate and upload logo file by the end of January. That is the deadline to submit a company logo on the back of the TSB t-shirt and in the program.
Logoed Items & Swag Bag Contributions
What type of items are accepted?
We accept high-quality, practical items like gift cards, notebooks, tech accessories, pens, highlighters, markers, notepads, rulers, frisbees, keychains, stress balls, and re-usable shopping bags.
How many items are needed?
We require a minimum of 400 items for students and coaches and 250 for volunteers to ensure every attendee receives one.
Where should items be shipped?
Mailing address for USPS: ORAU/Tennessee Science Bowl P.O. Box 117 1299 Bethel Valley Rd. Building SC-200 MS-36 Oak Ridge, TN 37831-0117 *Please email sciencebowl@orau.org to notify us that you are shipping items.
What is the delivery deadline for receiving items?
End of January
Can I donate both money and items?
Yes! Please indicate on the sponsor form.
Logo & Branding
What logo formats are accepted?
To ensure a high-quality image, please provide your high-resolution logo in both vector format (.EPS or .AI) and transparent background format (.PNG).
How should sponsors submit their logo file?
Upload your files directly to our secure sponsor portal or email them to sciencebowl@orau.org.
What’s the deadline for digital branding submissions?
Logos for silver, gold, and platinum sponsors must be submitted by the end of January to guarantee placement on the back of the TSB t-shirt.
