its good to represent positive companies that are healthily supporting your dreams and goals in return. its not about the moneys.
the ski industry is small, poor, and negative. so its best to look outside for help.
emergen-c is a great first start, they are open to all sorts of athletes and programs, and offer products and stickers/schwag to help events and teams, as well as personal health. a great building block that has national exposure.
local companies are good for help in your community for positive exposure. again, learn to ask for things other than money...
BUT watch out, because if you start running with it, people will try to ruin your image, reputation, and destroy sponsorship.