Two communities. One goal. All Panthers.

Who we are

One foundation for both cities

The Panthers Athletics Foundation exists to unite Southside and Rainbow City in providing opportunities, resources, and support that empower Panther student-athletes to become the best version of themselves in the classroom, in competition, and in life.

We brand as one. Panthers. Not Southside, not Rainbow City. One identity that belongs to both communities and every athlete under it.

  • Every sport Every sport gets the spotlight, from the middle-school up!
  • Two communities Southside and Rainbow City, funded and represented under a single Panther identity.
  • Year-round Support that runs across every season, not just one sport's window.
Both communities, one sideline.

Monthly giving

Join the giving club

Recurring, affordable, automatic. Pick a monthly level, or make a one-time gift below.

Cub Club

$10/mo

The easiest way in. Every dollar backs a Panther team.

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Panther Pack

$25/mo

Steady support that adds up across every sport and season.

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Panther Partner

$50/mo

Core recurring support, the backbone of the giving base.

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Panther Elite

$100/mo

Major monthly impact for athletes in both communities.

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Legacy Partner

$250+/mo

Leadership-level giving for those building the program long-term.

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Panther linemen firing off the ball at the snap under stadium lights

Prefer to give once? Make a one-time gift in any amount.

2026–27 sponsors

The businesses behind the Panthers

These cities, businesses, and families are funding Panther athletes this year. When you shop, eat, or hire local, look for these names.

Municipal sponsors

  • City of Southside
  • City of Rainbow City

Crimson sponsors

  • Coosa Heating and Cooling
  • Dan Childs
  • Don’s Paint & More Southside Hardware & Power Equipment
  • Dr. Chris Eiland’s Southside Pet Clinic
  • Jamey & Melissa Freeman
  • Kevin’s Tree Service Humphrey Crane & Rigging · Twin Oak Farms Wedding & Event Venue
  • Kyle Gray Alfa
  • McMichael Waste Services
  • Mike Powell Commission District 1
  • Northeast Orthopedics
  • Northwestern Mutual Kyle Reeves & Joel Stapleton
  • Southeastern Utility Services
  • Southside Family Pharmacy Alabama Wellness & Aesthetics
  • Southside Funeral Home & Cemetery
  • Super Bee Pharmacy
  • The Comfort Doctor
  • Veteran’s Southern Pro Wash
  • WinSouth Credit Union

Silver sponsors

  • Chick-fil-A Gadsden
  • Craig Inzer Commission District 6
  • Gameday Live! Fresh Grill
  • Hamilton Family McDonald’s
  • Impact Realty
  • Johnson’s Giant Foods
  • Legacy Self Storage
  • Long Furniture
  • Plumb Perfect Plumbing
  • S5 Elite Performance & Physical Therapy
  • Sam Boswell Honda
  • Scott Mayo Insurance
  • Southside Baptist Church
  • Steven’s Air Conditioning & Heating
  • Tim Ramsey Commission District 4
  • Todd Davis State Farm

Black sponsors

  • A&G Fence
  • ABS Business Systems
  • Alabama Firearms Academy
  • Alabama ONE Credit Union
  • Barone’s Pizza & Arcade
  • BMSS
  • Coosa Soccer Association
  • Ellis Entertainment
  • Emblem Credit Union
  • Gadsden State Community College
  • Goin’ Yard
  • Huffstutler Chiropractic
  • Joey Jones Construction
  • Knowles & Sullivan, LLC
  • Little Caesars
  • Metro Bank
  • Mr. Fence
  • Oral Surgery Associates
  • Phoenix Auto Mall
  • PostNet
  • Prince Metal Stampings
  • River Bank & Trust
  • Ronnie Watkins Ford
  • Ryan Communications
  • Southside Family Dentistry
  • Trash It!
  • Vista Holdings

Panther sponsors

  • Arthur Ellen Agency Alfa
  • BMF Tire & Off-Road
  • Discount Pest Control
  • Etowah County Sheriffs
  • FCA
  • JL Wealth Management of Raymond James
  • K & K Financial Group
  • Kyle Chambers
  • Mack Auto Group
  • Southtowne Mini Warehouses
  • The Sterling Companies
  • Visionary Eye Care
  • Zaxby’s

Want your business on this list? See the sponsorship levels

Corporate sponsorships 2026–27

Put your business in front of two communities

Four sponsorship levels, media board advertising, and media guide add-ons. Sponsorships can be paid monthly, quarterly, or annually, with auto-renewal available. Claim a level below and we will send you a payment link and follow up with next steps.

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Panther Business Alliance

A network for local businesses that back the Panthers. Connect with each other, get promoted through Foundation channels, and be recognized at games.

Ask about joining

Panther gear

Online store

Panther apparel printed and embroidered by Goin' Yard. Every purchase supports the Foundation.

  • T-shirts
  • Hoodies
  • Crewnecks
  • Hats
Shop Panther gear

Events

Mark the calendar

  • $10K Giveaway

    The Foundation's headline fundraiser.

    [Date TBA]

  • Golf Tournament

    A full day on the course backing Panther athletics.

    [Date TBA]

  • Corn Hole Tournament

    Bring a partner, back the Panthers.

    [Date TBA]

More events are in the works. Details will post here first.

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Transparency

Where the money goes

Every year we publish an impact report covering exactly what came in and what it did.

Funds raised
Total raised across giving, sponsorships, store, and events.
Scholarships
Scholarships awarded to Panther student-athletes.
Purchases
Equipment and resources bought for teams and programs.
Volunteer hours
Time given by the community behind the Foundation.
Athlete impact
What the support meant on the field, in the classroom, and beyond.

The first annual report publishes at the end of the season.

Contact

Send the Foundation a message

Questions about giving, sponsorships, or the Panther Business Alliance. Messages go straight to the Foundation inbox and we reply by email.

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