NYSCA Corporate Sponsorship Policies

Corporate/Supporting Membership in the NYSCA is a privilege and may be granted to a domestic or foreign, for-profit or not-for-profit corporation (excluding NYSCA, NYSCA districts, and any NYSCA affiliates), limited liability company, professional services limited liability corporation, joint-stock association, unincorporated association, or partnership that:

• Offers products or services that comport with the New York chiropractic enabling law as defined in New York State Education Law, Article 132, and
• Supports chiropractic education, training, and practice.

Applicants must:

• Submit a completed Corporate Sponsorship Application.
• Supply three chiropractic references.
• Supply information about your business model (how our members will engage with your company), including a generic sample of any contracts you might ask our members to sign,
• Supply a copy of any contract your business would request the Association to sign
• Await approval by the NYSCA Board of Directors and confirmation of payment clearance.

Term, Renewal, and Non-Renewal

Corporate sponsorships become effective upon execution of the contract and payment approval, and renews automatically on the Sponsor’s annual anniversary date. The NYSCA will issue a renewal notification via email to the primary contact designated on the sponsor application no less than fourteen (14) calendar days prior to the annual renewal date.

It is the responsibility of the Sponsor to ensure that contact information remains current and accurate. Failure to receive such notification does not relieve the Sponsor of its obligation to remit payment for the renewal term unless proper notice of non-renewal has been provided in accordance with this Agreement.

If the Sponsor does not wish to renew, written notice must be submitted no less than seven (7) business days prior to the renewal date.

Fees, Refunds, and Suspension

The Sponsor agrees to pay the full amount of sponsorship dues as specified, with the understanding that all dues are non-refundable. NYSCA reserves the right to suspend Corporate Sponsorship in the event of non-payment, following adequate notification efforts. Suspension may include marking the Sponsor as “Inactive” in NYSCA systems and removal from the NYSCA website Marketplace. Sponsorship may be reinstated upon payment of any outstanding balances. However, if fees remain unpaid for more than 30 days after notification, the relationship will be cancelled.

NYSCA Right to Cancel or Reject

The NYSCA reserves the right to reject, cancel, or modify any Sponsor benefit or status for any reason at any time.

Non-Exclusivity

This Agreement does not give the Sponsor any exclusive rights or special treatment when it comes to sponsorship, advertising, promotion, or other involvement with the NYSCA. The NYSCA may partner with other organizations, companies, or individuals—including those that offer similar or competing products or services—at any time, without notifying the Sponsor.

Non-Endorsement & Indemnification

Corporate or Supporting Membership does not constitute an endorsement by NYSCA of the Sponsor’s policies, practices, products, or services. The Sponsor agrees to indemnify and hold harmless NYSCA, including its Officers, Directors, Delegates, Committees, Employees, and affiliated entities, from any and all claims, liabilities, and actions arising from or related to the Sponsor’s actions or materials.

Sponsor Disclaimer Requirement

Any promotional or educational material referencing NYSCA must include the following disclaimer:

The author of this document or promotion, while identified as a sponsoring entity or individual of the New York State Chiropractic Association (NYSCA), is an independent organization or person. The views and opinions expressed herein are solely those of the author and have not been reviewed for accuracy, authorized, or approved by the NYSCA. Accordingly, the content of this document shall not be construed as an endorsement, approval, or verification of its accuracy by the NYSCA, either directly or indirectly.

 Use of NYSCA Name and Logo

Sponsors may use the NYSCA name only in the following manners:

• “Corporate Sponsor of the New York State Chiropractic Association” or
• “A proud Corporate Sponsor of the New York State Chiropractic Association.”

Any further reference to NYSCA in materials must include the following required disclaimer:

The New York State Chiropractic Association (NYSCA) does not endorse, approve, or make any representations or warranties regarding the quality, efficacy, or suitability of any products or services offered by its Corporate or Supporting Members. Furthermore, the NYSCA has not conducted any independent evaluation, investigation, or verification of such products or services, and disclaims any responsibility or liability related thereto.

Sponsors wishing to use the NYSCA logo beyond this context must:

• Submit a written request detailing intended use.
• Receive prior approval from the NYSCA President and Treasurer, in consultation with NYSCA legal counsel.

Use of the NYSCA logo or name is strictly prohibited following membership expiration, termination, or revocation.