There is still time for the project to more recognized especially on crypto forums. They need bigger sponsors or partners.
Im not sure if a bigger sponsor and partner is the best way to be recognized in the community since they dont have any funds for it yet.
I think or partnership is a great way to gain some awareness in the community from the way i see it And i doubt partnership require any payment but am sure it even create a more stable environment for project developments and these day most ico have one way or the other some sort of partnership