Become a Sponsor
See how you can make a difference.
Sponsoring the innovation and entrepreneurial programs and/or events at the Office of Innovation and Commercialization (OIC) at UC San Diego is a unique opportunity for organizations to invest in the future of groundbreaking research, cutting-edge technologies, and transformative startups.
As a sponsor, your organization will play a pivotal role in fostering a dynamic ecosystem where visionary ideas evolve into real-world solutions, connecting you directly with top-tier talent, novel innovations, and emerging markets. Join us in empowering the next generation of innovators and entrepreneurs, while also gaining unparalleled access to the forefront of scientific and technological advancements.
All sponsorship gifts should be directed to the UC San Diego Foundation in support of the fully expendable fund entitled the Office of Innovation and Commercialization Programs (E4712) and will be restricted to support the specific program being sponsored.
To explore how your sponsorship can make an impact, email Director of Program Development, Lisel Gorell-Getz at lgorellgetz@ucsd.edu.
Visit oic.ucsd.edu to learn more about all of our programs and events.
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Learn about all our sponsorship levels and choose the one that's right for your organization.
VISIONARY | Title Sponsor - $50,000
Exclusive Program or Event Recognition as Title Sponsor includes:
- Recognition as title sponsor of selected program on Design and Innovation Building digital screens (1st and 4th Floor)
- 4 attendees at luncheon with members of the UC San Diego IDEAS Council (*Fair Market Value = $45/attendee. Total 4 attendees)
- Plus, all Benefits of LEADER Sponsorship Level
*This portion of the total contribution is non-tax deductible.
LEADER - $25,000
This sponsorship level includes:
- Opportunity to recommend topics for subject matter events (subject to final discretion of OIC leadership)
- Sponsorship recognition in one social media post
- Additional 2 attendees at OIC Donor Luncheon (Spring 2026) (*Fair Market Value = $45/attendee. Total 6 attendees)
- Plus, all Benefits of GAME CHANGER Sponsorship Level
*This portion of the total contribution is non-tax deductible.
GAMECHANGER - $10,000
This sponsorship level includes:
- Additional 2 attendees at OIC Donor Luncheon (Spring 2026) (*Fair Market Value = $45/attendee. Total 4 attendees)
- Opportunity to reserve meeting spaces at Design and Innovation Building (subject to availability)
- Plus, all Benefits of TRAILBLAZER Sponsorship Level
*This portion of the total contribution is non-tax deductible.
TRAILBLAZER - $5,000
This sponsorship level includes:
- 2 attendees at OIC Donor Luncheon (Spring 2026) (*Fair Market Value = $45/attendee. Total 2 attendees)
- Plus, all Benefits of GROUNDBREAKER Sponsorship Level
*This portion of the total contribution is non-tax deductible.
GROUNDBREAKER - $1,000
This sponsorship level includes:
- 1 attendee at OIC Donor Luncheon (Spring 2026) (*Fair Market Value = $45/attendee)
- Sponsorship recognition with name/logo placement on applicable program marketing materials, including social media, program website, flyers, videos, OIC campaign website, and OIC Annual Report listing of sponsors
*This portion of the total contribution is non-tax deductible.