BOSTON, May 11, 2017 – Santander Bank and Major League Soccer’s (MLS) New England Revolution today announced an extension to their multi-year sponsorship, ensuring that Santander will continue to serve as the Official Bank of the MLS club.
The Bank’s sponsorship, which began in 2012, is focused on engaging the Revs community through on-site game day programs, on-field advertising, community clinics and community and youth programming. During the course of their partnership, the organizations have worked cohesively to expand their reach and engagement in the community and will continue to do so in 2017, building upon hallmark programs and introducing new offerings. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
“The New England Revolution is a leading MLS club and we are proud to continue our sponsorship with this fantastic team,” said Maria Veltre, Chief Product, Marketing and Online Officer at Santander Bank. “The Revs consistently attract top talent and have grown a wildly passionate fan base that provides us with unique opportunities to engage and enrich the communities we serve. We’re looking forward to making our sixth year as the Official Bank of the New England Revolution the best one yet.”
During the 2017 season, Santander will continue to work with the New England Revolution to create meaningful campaigns and unique events, offering Revs fans once-in-a-lifetime opportunities. One of their leading initiatives is the Santander Soccer Scholars program, which will return in 2017 for its fourth consecutive year. The program allows parents to nominate students for a chance to be recognized for their academic and athletic achievements. Soccer Scholars winners receive a donation towards their educational future and a VIP match day experience for the whole family. Working alongside the Revolution, Santander will continue to show its support for education and to highlight the importance of working hard in the classroom and on the field. The 2017 Soccer Scholars Program is anticipated to launch in July. Please watch revolutionsoccer.net for more information.
“We continue to align ourselves with innovative partners that are leaders in their industries, and we’re proud to extend our partnership with Santander,” said Brian Bilello, president of the New England Revolution. “Santander continues to be a great partner not only for the team, but also for the community of families who support the Revs.”
The next Revolution home game will take place at Gillette Stadium on May 13 versus Real Salt Lake.
