In 2015 we  started a “Turfgrass Education Sponsors Program” to provide our vendors, supporters, friends and members of the MTC yet another opportunity to get your company name and web page out to all of the industry.  Response was so favorable that we have decided to expand the program more this year in hopes of doubling or perhaps even surpassing that goal.  YOU are invited to:

2026 Sponsorship Levels & Benefits

ADVOCATE SPONSOR – $2,500

Premier recognition and maximum exposure

• Recognition on all sponsor signage at MTC events throughout the year

• Opportunity to display at all MTC functions, including:

  • Re-certification classes

  • Joint MTC / University of Maryland events

  • Field Days

• Company name and sponsorship featured on all MTC letterhead (print and email)

• Homepage listing with live website link on the MTC website

• Company name and website linked in all MTC E-Blasts

• Quarterly advertising opportunities distributed to all MTC contacts

• One complimentary booth at the 2026 Maryland Turfgrass Conference

BENEFACTOR SPONSOR – $1,000

High visibility with strong promotional value

• Recognition on all sponsor signage at MTC events

• Opportunity to display at all MTC functions, including re-certification classes and joint MTC / UMD events

• Company name and sponsorship on all MTC letterhead (print and email)

• Homepage listing with live website link on the MTC website

• Company name and website linked in all MTC E-Blasts

• One annual advertisement distributed to all MTC contacts

SUPPORTER SPONSOR – $500

Consistent recognition across MTC programs

• Recognition on all sponsor signage at MTC events

• Opportunity to display at all MTC functions, including re-certification classes and joint MTC / UMD events

• Company name and sponsorship listed on MTC letterhead and E-Blasts

BACKER SPONSOR – $250

A simple way to show your support

• Recognition on all sponsor signage at MTC events

• Opportunity to display at all MTC functions, including re-certification classes and joint MTC / UMD events

PATRON SPONSOR – Contribution of Any Amount

Every level of support makes an impact

• Recognition on all sponsor signage at MTC events

Support Turfgrass Education in 2026

Your sponsorship plays a vital role in supporting education, research, and professional development through the University of Maryland Turfgrass Program and Maryland Turfgrass Council initiatives.

Please consider becoming a 2026 Turfgrass Education Sponsor and investing in the future of our industry.

Contact Information

            Please Contact our Executive Ben Ellis for more information 

Email: admin@mdturfcouncil.org

Phone: (571) 340-0122

            Please be generous and be a “2026 Turfgrass Education Sponsor” and help us continue supporting the University of Maryland Turfgrass Program for 2026.