Sponsor WordPress Events
What the Program Is About
The WordPress Global Partner Program (also known as the Global Community Sponsorship Program) is designed to make supporting the WordPress community simple, scalable, and impactful.
Instead of sponsoring individual events one at a time, partners contribute once and help fund hundreds of official WordPress events throughout the year.
By being a Global Partner sponsor you will directly support
Support 43% of the web
The entire community powered by WordPress
WordCamps and Meetups
Fund hundreds of WordPress events worldwide
Meetup group licenses
Support meetup group licenses for communities
Assets for local organizers
Support venues, accessibility needs, logistics, and tools
Focus on quality
Enable organizers to focus on high-quality events rather than fundraising
Education opportunities
Including student-focused and organizers initiatives
Sponsor Packages
The 2026 program offers three sponsorship levels, designed to meet different business goals and levels of global involvement. All tiers benefit from centralized management, monthly event updates, and direct communication with the WordPress Community Support team.
Global Leader — $180,000 USD
With an annual investment of $180,000 USD you support WordPress community events in 200 cities worldwide and position your brand at the center of a highly engaged global ecosystem.
This sponsorship delivers consistent year-round visibility across global community initiatives, connecting you directly with the professionals who build, recommend, and influence digital tools.
Dedicated sponsor landing page
Complimentary event tickets
Quarterly Sponsor Spotlight posts
Prominent branding in Campus Connect materials
Priority inclusion in digital resources shared with organizers
Ability to showcase multiple brands under the same sponsorship
Recognition across eligible WordPress community events (except flagship events)
Regular features in WordPress community and education updates
Regional Powerhouse — $110,000 USD
With an annual investment of $110,000 USD, support WordPress community events in approximately 100 cities and strengthen your brand presence in key markets.
This sponsorship ensures meaningful regional visibility, connecting your company with local organizers, contributors, and decision-makers who actively shape the WordPress ecosystem.
Dedicated sponsor landing page
Recognition across eligible events
Complimentary event tickets
Annual Sponsor Spotlight post
Inclusion in organizer-facing digital materials
Branding at up to 5 Campus Connect events
Community Builder — $60,000 USD
With an annual investment of $60,000 USD, support approximately 150 WordPress Campus Connect events each year and help empower the next generation of creators and developers worldwide.
This sponsorship positions your brand alongside education-focused community initiatives, fostering connection, learning, and long-term ecosystem growth.
Recognition across official events
Dedicated sponsor landing page
Branding in Campus Connect materials
Ongoing recognition in monthly updates
How to Apply to Sponsor
Become a 2026 WordPress Global Partner and connect your brand with a global community of builders and influencers. Early participation maximizes visibility throughout the year.
1. Read our guidelines
Review the WordPress Global Partner Program guidelines before start
2. Choose your package
Discuss your preferred sponsorship level and branding options
3. Apply
Fill out this application form to apply.
Current 2026 Global Partners
The following organizations are supporting the WordPress community through the 2026 Global Partner Program.
Global leaders
We’re a hosted version of the open-source software, WordPress. Because when you have the freedom to create, express yourself, and earn money online, the impossible becomes business as usual.
Safer, faster WordPress. A powerful collection of security and performance tools made for WordPress sites by the WordPress experts.
Hostinger creates products and services to help clients successfully develop their online presence, offering tools for e-commerce, blogs, portfolio websites, and more.
Regional Powerhouses
Built on WordPress, Woo empowers anyone, anywhere, to sell anything with truly unlimited extensibility, flexibility, and control over how they build and evolve their business.
Community Builders
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