Cleveland Browns – Donation Requests
In-Kind Donations, Sponsorships, Financial Requests, and Grant Requests for Eligible Nonprofits
The Cleveland Browns support eligible nonprofit organizations through in-kind donation items, sponsorships, financial requests, and grant requests. In-kind donations are reviewed on a case-by-case basis, with emphasis placed on nonprofit organizations located in Northeast Ohio and aligned with the Browns’ community pillars of education, youth football, social justice, and volunteerism.
Organization: Cleveland Browns
Support Type: In-kind donations, sponsorships, financial requests, and grant requests
Geographic Focus: Northeast Ohio, with emphasis on eligible nonprofit organizations aligned with Browns community priorities
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About the Funder
The Cleveland Browns are a professional NFL team based in Berea, Ohio. Through their community relations work, the Browns support nonprofit organizations and community programs that strengthen Northeast Ohio. Their giving priorities emphasize education, youth football, social justice, and volunteerism.
What This Program Supports
The Cleveland Browns consider donation and support requests from eligible organizations through two primary pathways: in-kind donation requests and sponsorship, financial, or grant requests.
In-Kind Donation Requests
The Browns provide donation items that may be used to support nonprofit events, fundraisers, raffles, auctions, or other charitable activities. Donation items are intended to be an added element to an event rather than the central focus of the event.
In-kind donations are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Priority is placed on nonprofit organizations located in Northeast Ohio that align with the Browns’ community pillars.
Sponsorship, Financial, or Grant Requests
Organizations may also submit sponsorship, financial, or grant requests in writing by mail. These requests must be submitted at least eight weeks before the event and must include detailed information about the organization, event, contact person, and requested support.
Eligible Support Types
In-kind donation items
Sponsorship requests
Financial requests
Grant requests
Charitable contribution requests
Support for nonprofit events and programs
Eligibility & Preferences
To be considered for an in-kind donation item, organizations must meet the following criteria:
The organization must have 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status.
The organization must provide a valid Tax-Exempt ID number through the online form.
Requests must be submitted at least four weeks before the item is needed.
Organizations are eligible to receive one item per calendar year from the Browns.
Requests must be submitted through the Browns’ online donation form.
Donation items are determined on a case-by-case basis.
Priority is placed on nonprofit organizations located in Northeast Ohio.
Priority is also placed on organizations aligned with the Browns’ pillars of education, youth football, social justice, and volunteerism.
For sponsorship, financial, or grant requests, organizations must submit written requests on official letterhead at least eight weeks in advance of the event.
Ineligible Requests
The Cleveland Browns do not accept personal items to be signed by players or coaches.
Requests may not be considered if:
The organization does not have 501(c)(3) status
The request is submitted less than four weeks before the item is needed
The organization has already received an item during the current calendar year
The organization does not provide a valid Tax-Exempt ID number
The request is not submitted through the required online form for in-kind donations
The request centers the event around the expectation of receiving a Browns donation item
Funding Amounts
The Cleveland Browns do not publish standard donation, sponsorship, financial, or grant amounts. In-kind donation items and other support are determined on a case-by-case basis.
Timeline & Review
📅 In-Kind Request Lead Time: Submit at least four weeks before the item is needed
📅 Sponsorship / Financial / Grant Request Lead Time: Submit written requests at least eight weeks before the event
📅 Request Limit: One in-kind item per organization per calendar year
📅 Review Type: Case-by-case review
📅 Geographic Priority: Northeast Ohio
Application / Request Process
In-Kind Donation Requests
All in-kind donation requests must be submitted through the Cleveland Browns’ online donation form. Applicants must include the organization’s valid Tax-Exempt ID number for the request to be considered.
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➡️ Cleveland Browns Donation Requests
Sponsorship, Financial, or Grant Requests
All sponsorship, financial, or grant requests must be submitted in writing by mail at least eight weeks before the event. Written requests must be submitted on the organization’s official letterhead and include:
Organization name, full address, and telephone number
Full Tax ID information
Type of event or program
Contact person’s name, full address, and telephone number
Date, time, and length of the event
Event location
Sponsorship levels or charitable contribution amount requested
Written requests should be mailed to:
Cleveland Browns
Cross Country Mortgage Campus
Community Relations Department
76 Lou Groza Boulevard
Berea, OH 44017
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This opportunity is a strong fit for Northeast Ohio nonprofits seeking in-kind donation items, sponsorships, financial support, or grant consideration from a major professional sports organization. It may be especially relevant for organizations working in education, youth football, social justice, volunteerism, and broader community benefit.
Because in-kind donations are limited to one item per organization per calendar year and require at least four weeks of lead time, nonprofits should plan ahead and treat Browns donation items as supplemental support for an event rather than the primary fundraising draw.
Corporate Grants Guide Notes
Review Type: Case-by-case review
Typical Lead Time: At least 4 weeks for in-kind donation requests; at least 8 weeks for sponsorship, financial, or grant requests
Best Suited For: Northeast Ohio 501(c)(3) nonprofits aligned with education, youth football, social justice, and volunteerism
Geographic Fit: Northeast Ohio preferred
Support Type: In-kind donations, sponsorships, financial requests, and grant requests
Request Limit: One in-kind item per organization per calendar year
