Frisco, Texas (September 25, 2024) – FC Dallas announced that the application window for its 2025 Homegrown Partner Program, supported by Gallagher, are now officially open through Friday, November 1 at FCDallas.com/HomegrownPartnerProgram. This initiative will grant two female or minority-owned businesses from the Dallas/Fort Worth area a tailor-made FC Dallas corporate partnership package for the 2025 season - offering unparalleled access and the opportunity to align with the premier soccer brand in the region. 

“Local businesses are vital to our community,” said FC Dallas President Dan Hunt. “Through the Homegrown Partner Program, we’re providing female or minority-owned businesses visibility and resources needed to grow alongside our club. This is more than just a sponsorship initiative — it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in Dallas/Fort Worth. We are excited to continue supporting local entrepreneurs and fostering a more inclusive business environment through the 2025 program.” 

Since its launch in 2021, the FC Dallas Homegrown Partner Program has remained steadfast in its mission to effect positive social and economic change for local businesses. FC Dallas has committed more than $1.7 million in sponsorship packages to Homegrown Partners to date. The program officially kicked off during the 2021 MLS season and embodies FC Dallas' unwavering dedication to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion within the DFW business community. 

Homegrown Partner Program Alumni The Homegrown Partner Program has provided 17 local businesses with customized FC Dallas packages. Homegrown Partner Program participants include: 

2024 Class: Bagelology, Unica Enterprises

2023 Class: Avery’s Savory Popcorn, Flatrock Smokehouse BBQ, Hustle Clean, Oasis Accents, SolDias 

2022 Class: Cookie Society, Esposure, The Good Jerky, iCode, Southwest Mobile Advertising 

2021 Class: Casa M Spice, GRIT Fitness, Reveal Suits, Smokey John’s Bar-B-Que, Urban Hydration 

Learn More the Homegrown Partner Program and Apply for the 2025 Cohort The application window for the 2025 Homegrown Partner program is now open through Friday, November 1 at 11:59 p.m. CT. Qualified businesses may apply online at FCDallas.com/HomegrownPartnerProgram and close on Friday, October 6 at 11:59PM CT. 

To learn more about the program, visit FCDallas.com/HomegrownPartners