United for D.C. receives the majority of its funding and support from the public, more specifically the fans and corporate supporters of its sister organization, D.C. United. Many donors choose to participate in one of three key special events or to support smaller fundraising activities.

Sponsorship opportunities are available for all of the signature events. For more information on sponsorship please contact Kate Larned at 202-587-5463 or klarned@dcunited.com.

Held the week prior to the start of the regular season, this event allows attendees to get a preview of the upcoming season and welcome all the players and coaches. This year's event will take place on Tuesday March 24th at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center and will feature a keynote speech by Franklin Foer author of How Soccer Explains the World and editor of the New Republic. Tickets for the event and all levels of sponsorship opportunities for the 2009 event are available. More details » | Register now »

Held during late summer or early fall, this event allows soccer fans to play golf alongside their favorite D.C. United player, coach or alumnus. The Seventh Annual United Celebrity Golf Tournament presented by GEICO and United Bank, took place on Monday, June 23 at Old Hickory Golf in Woodbridge, VA. This year's tournament grossed over $55,000 to support United for D.C. programs. Stay tuned for more information about next year's event. More »

Held after the end of the regular season and before the playoffs, this event enables supporters to celebrate with D.C. United's players, coaches and front office as the team awards its individual season honors, including Scoring Champion, Defender of the Year and the coveted Most Valuable Player. The 2008 Awards Reception took place at the Atlas Performing Arts Center in Washington D.C. and raised over $30,000. More »