BECOME A SPONSOR 2020 SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM

Community Visibility 36,000 Glen Ellyn Park District Residents 14,000 Activity Guides Delivered Seasonally 9,000+ Email Subscribers 6,300+ Social Media Followers 10,000+ Special Event Participants 1,400 Race Participants 5,000 Fitness Members

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GLEN ELLYN PARK DISTRICT Sponsorship Opportunities

Glen Ellyn Park District invites you to join us as a community partner! We have a wide variety of sponsorship packages tailored to meet your company’s needs. You can select the level of participation that best supports your goals while demonstrating your commitment to the community and helping to maintain Glen Ellyn’s wide variety of special events and activities. To get started, please visit www.gepark.org/interest-form

SPONSOR A COMMUNITY EVENT SENIOR LUNCHEONS...... 8 Touch-A-Truck...... 4 IN-KIND DONATIONS...... 8 Lake Ellyn Cardboard Regatta...... 4 FALL FETE...... 8 Freedom Four™ 4-Mile Run...... 4 SPONSOR A ...... 8 Family Fun Night...... 5 Glow in the Park Lantern Walk...... 5 SUPPORT Pumpkin Flotilla Fest...... 5 Youth Rugby...... 10 Bulldogs Boys Lacrosse...... 10 EXHIBITOR TABLES Lakers Travel Soccer...... 10 Earth Day Fair...... 6 Gators Swim Team...... 10 Touch-A-Truck...... 6 Youth Baseball...... 11 Lake Ellyn Cardboard Regatta...... 6 Girls Softball...... 11 Freedom Four™ 4-Mile Run...... 6 Golden Eagles Football...... 11 Family Fun Night...... 6 Golden Eagles ...... 11 Glow in the Park Lantern Walk...... 6 Pumpkin Flotilla Fest...... 6 GET STARTED & QUESTIONS...... 9

SPONSOR AN ACTIVITY OR SERIES Movies in the Parks Series...... 7 Jazz in the Park Series...... 7 Teen Splash Bash...... 7 Afternoon Festivities...... 7 Back to School Bash...... 7 Pupcorn and a Movie...... 7 Trot 5-Mile Run...... 7 3 These events are offered free for the community or help support Sponsor a Community Event! recreation scholarships.

TOUCH-A-TRUCK Date: Saturday, May 2 • Time: 10:00am-12:00pm Each year, Touch-A-Truck draws around 2,000 truck-loving tots (ages 10 and under) and their families to Maryknoll Park to explore vehicles and meet the men and women who drive them.

Sponsorship Deadline: April 1 Sponsorship Fee: $400

• 10’ x 10’ booth space/table at event • Name listed in Facebook event • Thank you announcement at event • Name on recognition sign at event • Logo/link on the event webpage

LAKE ELLYN CARDBOARD REGATTA Date: Saturday, June 27 • Time: 10:00am to ~3:00pm Over 2,000 spectators of all ages will line the shores of Lake Ellyn to watch the cardboard boats race and enjoy food truck fare.

Sponsorship Deadline: June 1 Sponsorship Fee: $400

• 10’ x 10’ booth space/table at event • Name listed in Facebook event • Thank you announcement at event • Name on recognition sign at event • Logo/link on the event webpage

FREEDOM FOUR 4-MILE RUN Date: Saturday, July 4 • Time: 7:30am to ~9:30am Over 1,000 runners (ages 5 and up) will kick-off the 4th of July at the Freedom Four, with proceeds benefiting recreation scholarships.

Sponsorship Deadline: June 1 Sponsorship Fee: $400

• 10’ x 10’ booth space/table at event • Name listed in Facebook event • Thank you announcement at event • Name on recognition sign at event • Logo/link on the event webpage • Name on race shirt (if paid by 4/1)

4 OUTDOOR EVENT SELLS OUT FAST SUPPORTS CHARITY OR SCHOLARSHIPS

FAMILY FUN NIGHT Date: Wednesday, July 15 • Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm An evening of rides, bounce houses, music and more, Family Fun Night draws around 800 attendees to Lake Ellyn Park.

Sponsorship Deadline: June 15 Sponsorship Fee: $400

• 10’ x 10’ booth space/table at event • Name listed in Facebook event • Thank you announcement at event • Name on recognition sign at event • Logo/link on the event webpage

GLOW IN THE PARK LANTERN WALK Date: Sunday, September 13 • Time: 5:00pm-8:00pm Family fun and an illuminated lantern parade! Glow in the Park is offered in partnership with Charlie’s Corner Foundation and proceeds from the event benefit Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital. Glow in the Park attracts around 1,500 attendees (young and extended families).

Sponsorship Deadline: August 15 Sponsorship Fee: $400

• 10’ x 10’ booth space/table at event • Name listed in Facebook event • Thank you announcement at event • Name on recognition sign at event • Logo/link on the event webpage

PUMPKIN FLOTILLA FEST Date: Sunday, October 18 • Time: 4:00pm-7:00pm A free, family-friendly, fall-themed festival at Lake Ellyn Park featuring a pumpkin flotilla on the water. Around 1,000 attendees.

Sponsorship Deadline: Sept. 15 Sponsorship Fee: $400

• 10’ x 10’ booth space/table at event • Name listed in Facebook event • Thank you announcement at event • Name on recognition sign at event • Logo/link on the event webpage

5 Exhibitor Tables Opportunities are available to purchase table space at the following events. Exhibitors will receive one 8’ table and two chairs. Tents are not provided, but exhibitors may bring a tent of up to 10’ x 10’ for outdoor events ( ). Space is limited and first come, first serve. The deadline to reserve a space at the events below is two weeks before the event date or until tables are sold out.

EARTH DAY FAIR FAMILY FUN NIGHT Sunday, April 26 • Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm Wednesday, July 15 • Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm Families learn about helping the environment through 800 attendees (young/extended families) free kids’ activities, eco workshops, guided tours, and Families enjoy an evening of free entertainment more at Lake Ellyn Park. including rides, bounce houses, live music, face Email Renae Frigo at [email protected] for details. painting, and more at Lake Ellyn Park. Fee: $150. Deadline: July 1. TOUCH-A-TRUCK Saturday, May 2 • Time: 10:00am-12:00pm GLOW IN THE PARK 2,000 kids (under age 10) and adults Sunday, September 13 • Time: 5:00pm-8:00pm Kids explore their favorite trucks/vehicles and meet 1,500 attendees (young/extended families) the men and women who drive them at this free event Attendees take part in an illuminated lantern parade at Maryknoll Park. around Lake Ellyn! Proceeds benefit Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital. Fee: $200. Deadline: April 18. Fee: $200. Deadline: August 30. CARDBOARD REGATTA PUMPKIN FLOTILLA FEST Saturday, June 27 • Time: 10:00am to ~3:00pm 2,000 spectators and competitors of all ages Sunday, October 18 • Time: 4:00pm-7:00pm Spectators watch from the shore as participants race 1,000 attendees (young/extended families) Festivalgoers view pumpkin carving demos, fall- boats made of cardboard across Lake Ellyn themed games, listen to live music, and watch the lit and snack on food truck fare. pumpkin flotilla on Lake Ellyn. Fee: $200. Deadline: June 13. Fee: $200. Deadline: October 4. FREEDOM FOUR 4-MILE RUN Saturday, July 4 • Time: 7:30am to ~9:30am Over 1,000 runners/walkers (ages 5 & up) Participants kick-off the 4th at Lake Ellyn Park with this scenic, 4-mile race. Fee: $200. Deadline: June 20.

6 OUTDOOR EVENT SELLS OUT FAST SUPPORTS CHARITY OR SCHOLARSHIPS

Sponsor an Activity or Series Activity and series sponsors will be recognized with a thank you announcement at the event(s), their business name listed in the Facebook event(s), and their business name on thank you signage at the event. Table space is not included or available at the events below.

MOVIES IN THE PARKS SERIES BACK TO SCHOOL BASH Select Wednesday in June, July, and August Friday, August 7 • Time: 8:00pm-10:00pm Free family-friendly movies in various parks Free party at the pool for ~200 6th-8th graders. throughout Glen Ellyn. Each of the 4-5 films Fee: $100. Deadline: July 24. offered draw around 125-150 viewers. $150. June 1. Series Fee: Deadline: PUPCORN AND A MOVIE Friday, September 11 • Starts at dusk JAZZ IN THE PARK SERIES 75-100 dogs and their owners/families Select Wednesday in June, July, and August Dog and their owners bond while watching a free, Three free, live jazz concerts performed by the pup-themed film and playing in the off-leash area at Glen Ellyn Jazz Ensemble. Each concert draws the Spring Avenue Dog Park. around 75-100 adults and seniors. Fee: $50. Deadline: August 28. Series Fee: $100. Deadline: June 1. TURKEY TROT 5-MILE RUN TEEN SPLASH BASH Thursday, November 26 • Time: 8:00am-9:30am Friday, June 5 • Time: 8:00pm-10:00pm 400-500 fitness enthusiasts of all ages Free party at the pool for ~200 6th-8th graders. Participants burn calories before enjoying their $100. May 22. Fee: Deadline: Thanksgiving feast by running a 5-mile course around Lake Ellyn Park at this free run. Non-perishable food AFTERNOON FESTIVITIES and cash donations are collected at the event for Saturday, July 4 • Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm the Glen Ellyn Food Pantry. ~1,000 attendees enjoy carnival games, bounce Fee: $100. Deadline: November 12. houses, and live music following the 4th of July Parade. Wristband sales for activities support recreation scholarships, music is free! Fee: $200. Deadline: June 19.

7 FRIENDS OF GLEN ELLYN PARKS Senior Luncheons Fall Fete Fundraiser Connect with the 60 and older crowd by sponsoring a senior luncheon! Around 20-30 Help hundreds of Glen Ellyn residents in need seniors enjoy a catered lunch and activities experience the benefits of participating in on the 2nd Tuesday of each month (excluding recreation and athletic programs by supporting August) at the Maryknoll Clubhouse. The Friends of Glen Ellyn Parks’ Fall Fête fundraiser. Almost $61,000 was raised at the Sponsors are accepted year-round. The fee will event in 2019, with proceeds benefiting the be prorated based on the number of luncheons Foundation’s scholarship program. remaining for the calendar year. This spectacular evening features food, drinks, Fee: $275 for the series the Falling Leaves raffle, and a live auction.

• Thank you announcement at event Glen Ellyn businesses and families are invited to • Logo/link on the event webpage take advantage of this philanthropic opportunity • Name on recognition signage at luncheon by sponsoring the event or through in-kind • Sponsors may provide a giveaway/flyer to be donations of prizes and services. distributed at one luncheon by District staff Email [email protected] for information.

In-Kind Donations Sponsor a Child Recognition is always provided at the event for in-kind donations. Some of the items needed The Glen Ellyn Park District prides itself on are included below: offering affordable programming and access for all in the community. One of the ways • Gift cards or certificates to use as awards/prizes we provide access to families that cannot • Gift baskets to use as awards/prizes afford a program is through our Recreation • Decor items such as flowers and centerpieces Scholarship program. • Coffee and pastries for senior drop-in programs You can help a child attend camp or a special • Bananas, oranges, and bottled water for races event, participate in youth sports, or learn something new in a program by donating Wish to donate an item? Please email directly to the fund. To donate, please visit [email protected] and we will gepark.org/register. direct you to the best person to contact.

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GET STARTED!

Interested in connecting with the community and helping support the Glen Ellyn Park District as a sponsor? We invite you to complete our interest form at gepark.org/interest-form.

Once your form is submitted, we will contact you to start the sponsorship process.

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COURTNEY O’KRAY BRAD THOMAS Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] • Afternoon Festivities • Lakers Travel Soccer • Back to School Bash • Family Fun Night CHRISTINE HARTNETT • Freedom Four™ 4-Mile Run Email: [email protected] • Glow in the Park Lantern Walk • Bulldogs Boys Lacrosse • Jazz in the Park • Golden Eagles Cheerleading • Lake Ellyn Cardboard Regatta • Movies in the Parks CLINT BABICZ • Pumpkin Flotilla Fest Email: [email protected] • Pupcorn and a Movie • Girls Softball • Senior Luncheons • Golden Eagles Football • Teen Splash Bash • Youth Baseball • Touch-A-Truck • Youth Rubgy • Turkey Trot 5-Mile Run CHAD SHINGLER FALL FETE: [email protected] Email: [email protected] EARTH DAY FAIR: [email protected] • Gators Swim Team IN-KIND: [email protected] 9 Support Youth Sports!

GLEN ELLYN YOUTH RUGBY Sponsorship Deadline: February 1, 2020 Season: March - June • # of Participants: 115 Contact: Clint Babicz, [email protected] Glen Ellyn Youth Rugby is dedicated to promoting, encouraging and facilitating access to rugby to young members of our community from grades 3rd through 12th. Becoming a sponsor of Glen Ellyn Rugby will provide your business with several specific benefits and increase your visibility throughout the community.

BULLDOGS BOYS LACROSSE Sponsorship Deadline: March 1, 2020 Season: April - June • # of Participants: 200 Contact: Christine Hartnett, [email protected] The Bulldogs Boys Lacrosse program continues to grow year after year and is open to boys of all skill levels from 1st to 8th grade. Your support allows us to improve our programs and facilities, provide scholarships for worthy players and offset the cost of participation. Packages are designed to give sponsors maximum exposure to our players, parents and fans throughout the season.

GLEN ELLYN LAKERS TRAVEL SOCCER Sponsorship Deadline: April 1 Season: August - May • # of Participants: 275 Contact: Brad Thomas, [email protected] Glen Ellyn Lakers Travel Soccer encourages the development of youth athletes who enjoy, understand and are motivated to be successful in the of soccer. The program is open to boys and girls ages 7-14. Your sponsorship helps offset various costs of the program and fund scholarships for those in need of financial assistance.

GLEN ELLYN GATORS Sponsorship Deadline: February 15 Season: June - August • # of Participants: 300 Contact: Chad Shingler, [email protected] Glen Ellyn Gators is a club swim team made up of boys and girls 7 to 18 years of age. Team members practice daily during the summer and learn the techniques/discipline of competitive swimming and the value of sportsmanship. Your sponsorship helps offset various costs of the program and fund scholarships for those in need of financial assistance while increasing your visibility throughout the community. 10 Make a Difference in a Child’s Life VISIT US AT WWW.GEPARK.ORG/SPONSORSHIP FOR DETAILS

GLEN ELLYN YOUTH BASEBALL Sponsorship Deadline: April 1, 2020 Season: April - October • # of Participants: 1,100 Contact: Clint Babicz, [email protected] Open to youth ages 4-6 and in grades 1st to 8th, the Glen Ellyn Youth Baseball program teaches the qualities of citizenship, discipline, teamwork and physical wellbeing. Your contribution helps offset costs including equipment, umpire fees, coaches training and player clinics.

GLEN ELLYN GIRLS SOFTBALL Sponsorship Deadline: April 1, 2020 Season: April - October • # of Participants: 550 Contact: Clint Babicz, [email protected] Sponsor the Glen Ellyn Girls Softball program and get your name out on the field and in front of active families! Glen Ellyn Girls Softball reaches more than 550 participants each year and is open to girls from pre-kindergarten to 8th grade. In addition to promoting your business, your sponsorship helps fund equipment, umpire fees and player clinics.

GOLDEN EAGLES FOOTBALL Sponsorship Deadline: July 1, 2020 Season: August - November • # of Participants: 350 Contact: Clint Babicz, [email protected] Promote your business to players, parents, neighbors and fans. The Golden Eagles Football tackle program is open to youth ages 7-14 and helps players learn and develop the fundamentals of football, teamwork, sportsmanship and leadership. The flag football program is open to youth in 1st-6th grade.

GOLDEN EAGLES CHEERLEADING Sponsorship Deadline: August 1, 2020 Season: July - December • # of Participants: 120 Contact: Christine Hartnett, [email protected] The Golden Eagles Cheer program offers both competitive and recreational cheer opportunities for athletes of all skill levels from Kindergarten to 8th grade. Your support allows us to improve our programs and facilities and offset the cost of participation. Packages are designed to give sponsors maximum exposure to our players, parents and fans throughout the season including our Cheer Showcase attended by over 250 people each year.

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Touch-A-Truck Jazz in the Park Youth Rugby Lake Ellyn Cardboard Regatta Teen Splash Bash Bulldogs Boys Lacrosse Freedom Four™ 4-Mile Run Afternoon Festivities Lakers Travel Soccer Family Fun Night Back to School Bash Youth Baseball Glow in the Park Lantern Walk PUPcorn and a Movie Girls Softball Pumpkin Flotilla Fest Senior Luncheons Gators Swim Team Movies in the Parks Fall Fête And more!