Become a Sponsor

Support the Power of Clarity

Sponsoring the Center for Plain Language is your opportunity to lead the movement for clear, effective communication across North America. Whether you’re a government agency, nonprofit, or private company, your support helps ensure that people understand the information they receive—because clarity isn’t just nice to have; it’s essential.

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Why Sponsor?

Since 2003, the Center has championed plain language in public and private communications. We:

  • Help agencies and organizations write clearly and understandably.
  • Train professionals to use plain language in their work.
  • Encourage the public to expect—and demand—clear communication.
  • Advocate for plain language policies and legislation.
  • Evaluate and grade government writing through our annual Report Cards.
  • Celebrate excellence in plain language with the ClearMark Awards.

When you sponsor us, you join a community that values transparency, equity, and accessibility in communication.

Sponsorship Levels

Choose the sponsorship level that fits your goals and visibility needs:

  • Benefactor – $5,000
  • Patron – $2,500
  • Sustainer – $1,500
  • Supporter – $1,000
  • Contributor – $500
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Sponsorship Benefits

General

Benefit Benefactor ($5,000) Patron ($2,500) Sustainer ($1,500) Supporter ($1,000) Contributor ($500)
Digital sponsor badge to signify your support and sponsorship level

Your logo/name on the Center’s website with link to your site

Your logo/name on the Center’s promotional communications

A guest blog on the Center’s website

ClearMark Awards

Benefit Benefactor ($5,000) Patron ($2,500) Sustainer ($1,500) Supporter ($1,000) Contributor ($500)
Your logo/name on all ClearMark Award category winner press releases

Your logo and description featured for 1 minute at the Awards program

Your logo and description featured for 30 seconds at the Awards program

Your logo and description featured for 15 seconds at the Awards program

Free attendance for up to 4 employees

Free attendance for up to 3 employees

Free attendance for 2 employees

Free attendance for 1 employee

Additionally, all sponsors are included in ClearMark Award winner press releases—reaching a wide audience of professionals and decision makers.

Make Your Impact

Ready to be a voice for clarity? Select your sponsorship level and fill out the form:

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Together, we can make communication clearer—for everyone.