A seven-day spotlight for an event, new service, seasonal offer, workshop, or neighborhood initiative.
Build this package →Community sponsorships
Reach people who
value useful things.
Simple, reviewed placements for local businesses and organizations that support repair, reuse, food, skills, and stronger communities.
Introductory pricing
Clear packages.
No surprise charge.
Send an inquiry first. We review your organization, message, and requested dates before confirming availability. Payment is discussed only after approval.
- One sponsor spotlight at a time
- Community-appropriate copy and link
- Placement in the marketplace experience
- Basic end-of-run view and click summary
A 30-day presence for sustained community awareness. Save $75 compared with four weekly placements.
Build this package →A good fit
Useful and local
Repair shops, growers, makers, community programs, classes, and services that help people use what they have.
Honest and respectful
Clear claims, a real organization, a safe destination, and language that respects the community.
Community-first
No adult content, drugs, weapons, predatory lending, scams, misleading offers, or political attack advertising.
Sponsor sales assistant
Tell us what success looks like.
The guide follows a short discovery script: timing, goal, and preferred follow-up. It never takes payment or promises approval.
Prefer email? Write sponsor@the-barter-system.com →AUTOMATED SPONSOR GUIDE
Build the right package
GuideHi—I’m the automated sponsor guide. I can compare the introductory packages, learn your goal, and arrange an email or text follow-up. Which timing fits best?
Before you inquire
Where will the sponsorship appear?
Approved sponsors receive a clearly labeled placement in the marketplace experience. Exact position depends on the package, timing, and screen size.
Is approval guaranteed?
No. Every inquiry is reviewed for safety, relevance, truthful claims, and community fit.
Can I cancel?
Cancellation and rescheduling terms are shared before payment so both sides can agree in writing.
Can the guide text me?
Choose text in the guide and provide a mobile number. A person reviews the request before following up; the automated guide does not send unsolicited messages.