The Detroit Lions are committed to supporting organizations working to build stronger, more vibrant and thriving communities. Our impact has been possible because of our committed coaches, players—current and former, cheerleaders, families and fans working alongside us to strengthen communities. This page is intended for Michigan charitable, educational, or civic nonprofit organizations to request autographed memorabilia (not tickets) to enhance their program or event. Requests from organizations that align with the Detroit Lions Community Relations Pillars – Cancer Awareness, Military Service, Social Justice, Youth Development, and Women in Football – will be prioritized. Please submit only ONE (1) request per event.Submission of an application does not guarantee a donation.
Please read the requirements below before submitting a request:
- Organizations must be located in the state of Michigan.
- Organizations must have a valid 501(c)(3) IRS designation and provide a valid Tax ID number.
- Please Note: We process all Tax ID numbers prior to considerations.
- Donations will only be made directly to non-profit organizations. Third-party fundraisers benefitting a 501(c)(3) organization are not permitted.
- Requests must be submitted at least SIX (6) WEEKS prior to the event date.
- Donation shipments are fulfilled biweekly on Thursdays. Please plan accordingly.
- Requests are only accepted on this online platform. No requests will be accepted via phone, email, or mail service.
- Organizations must provide a street address. We are unable to ship to P.O. Boxes.
- Organizations may not request tickets for home or away games, or any Ford Field events.
- Requests from political groups will not be fulfilled.
- Organizations may only receive one donation per calendar year.
- Schools may apply for donations; however, requests from PTA or PTO organizations will not be fulfilled.
- Requests from Parents will not be considered.
- Requests from Principals, Secretaries, and Teachers will be considered.
- Requests from for-profit organizations, employee outings, senior all-night parties or family reunions will not be fulfilled.
- This platform is not intended for monetary or sponsorship requests.
- This platform is not intended for giveaway or prize requests. Items must be utilized in a raffle or auction for fundraising purposes.
- Decisions made by the Detroit Lions Community Relations Department are final.
- It is recommended that your event is not centered on the anticipation of our donation item but should be approached as a complementary element to your event. Many requests will not be fulfilled due to the volume of requests we receive.
- Charitable donation mailings are done on a rolling basis and requests are filled sequentially, therefore a request made in March for an October event may not be fulfilled until August.
- Emailing or asking for status updates will not increase likelihood of receiving an item.
