Meta Description: Yash Kulkarni shares how he raised INR 4 lakh for HackSkye Hackathon. Learn sponsorship strategies for tech events and hackathons. (139 characters)
Published: May 29, 2025 | By Yash Kulkarni
As Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer of HackSkye Hackathon (November 2024–January 2025), I successfully raised INR 4 lakh in sponsorships in just two months, funding prizes for 2,000+ attendees. My role as Sponsorship Consultant Director at Maximally and my leadership at PurpleRain TechSafe equipped me with strategies to secure funding. In this post, I share how I raised these funds, key sponsorship strategies, and tips for organizing tech events. Whether you’re planning a hackathon or a conference, these insights will help you attract sponsors.
HackSkye Hackathon, held in Chandigarh, aimed to foster innovation among developers. Raising INR 4 lakh was critical to offer substantial prizes and ensure a high-quality event. My experience organizing CodeQuestt Hackathon and winning C.O.D.E. Hack 2023 informed my approach to sponsorship outreach.
I created a pitch deck highlighting HackSkye’s impact: 2,000+ participants, industry exposure, and community engagement. My MUN skills helped me articulate value clearly.
Tip: Use Canva to design professional pitch decks.
I approached tech companies and startups aligned with our mission, like those in cybersecurity and edtech. My PurpleRain TechSafe network provided leads.
Tip: Research sponsors on LinkedIn for shared values.
Sponsors received logo placement, speaking slots, and networking opportunities. My Maximally role taught me to emphasize ROI.
Tip: Create tiered sponsorship packages (e.g., Gold, Silver).