The City of Eau Claire’s Parks, Recreation, and Forestry divisions (ECPRF) serve the citizens of Eau Claire and the Chippewa Valley with a broad spectrum of recreational opportunities including community events, youth and adult sports, and instructional and enrichment programs for people of all ages and abilities. Of particular note is our scholarship program, which offers discounted fees for programs and pool memberships for individuals and families in need of financial assistance. Over 350 families and individuals benefit from our scholarships each year. These wonderful opportunities would not be possible without support from and collaboration with local businesses and organizations like yours. ECPRF invites you to partner with us and promote your organization while supporting the children, families, and adults that we serve throughout Eau Claire.
All of our sponsorship and advertising partners receive great visibility in a variety of locations and publications throughout our system These locations include our parks, facilities, community events, team apparel, the online Prime Times activity guide, our social media accounts and website, as well as news media Support from our partners also allows us to enhance our services and activities in an ongoing fashion to ensure that we continue to best meet the needs of our community
Included in this booklet are our available sponsorship and advertising opportunities as well as the different levels of promotional benefits your organization would receive from your partnership with ECPRF. Also included are sponsorship interest for your use should you generously choose to provide support.
We thank you for your consideration of joining our sponsorship program and making a greater impression on the community. If you have questions or would like to di hi id i f th d t il please contact us at 715-839-5032 or recreation@eauclairewi.gov ou as a partner!
Patrick Newkirk, Recreation Manager
Eau Claire Parks, Recreation, & Forestry
715-839-5032 - patrick.newkirk@eauclairewi.gov
WHY SPONSOR/ADVERTISE WITH US?
Seasonal and year-round exposure at events, City of Eau Claire website pages, ECPRF social media pages, facilities and in our online Prime Times Activity Guide
Show your support for youth and adult programs, events, facilities and community members that promote healthy living.
Develop meaningful partnerships that benefit the community you live in.
Increase your brand awareness by sponsoring or advertising with us.
AUDIENCE SNAPSHOT
HOBBS ICE ARENA
Advertising Opportunities
Hobbs Ice Arena is a 93,000 sq ft facility and includes: 2 full size sheets of ice, 1 studio sheet of ice, meeting/party rooms, mezzanine viewing areas, and availability for dry floor events Hobbs is the official home to the local UWEC Men's and Women's Hockey Teams as well as several local High School Teams Hobbs offers various advertising opportunities throughout the facility Advertising funds are used to keep fees and charges affordable for the community The facility is visited by hundreds of thousands of patrons year round from the Upper Midwest Region
January 1 - December 31, 5-year term, Price Per Zamboni. 1 complimentary promo visit per year for the length of your commitment. Advertisers must provide their own signage.
January 1 - December 31, 5-year term, 3 scoreboards available 1 complimentary promo visit per year for the length of your commitment. Advertisers must provide their own signage.
Ice Logos - $2,500 Minimum Per Year
Logo installed under the ice in any rink Location/rates/terms depending on logo design and installation timing 1 complimentary promo visit per year for the length of your commitment Advertisers must provide their own signage
Rink Dasher Boards - $1,000 Per Board, Per Year
January 1 - December 31, 3-year term Advertisers must provide their own signage
Skate Trainers - $1,000 Per Year
Logo displayed on City skate trainers used year round at Hobbs open skating activities and seasonally at City outdoor rinks, 40 total skate trainers. Advertisers must provide their own signage.
Mezzanine Glass - $500 Per Year
January 1 - December 31, Located on the 2nd floor mezzanine facing the main bleachers, 3-year term, Available In: O'Brien and Akervik Rinks Advertisers must provide their own signage
Digital Signage - $400 Per Year
January 1 - December 31, 3- year term Facility schedule display and concession menu Advertisers must provide their own signage
FAIRFAX POOL
Advertising Opportunities
Fairfax Pool is a community aquatic facility with a leisure pool, 50-meter competition area, diving well, 3-story waterslide, play feature, bathhouse, playground, concessions stand, and shade areas. Fairfax hosts the annual YMCA Swim Meet each year. Between 55,000-70,000 patrons swim at Fairfax Pool during each Summer Season, with constant daily activity from 6:00am-7:00pm. A complimentary promo visit is offered to each advertiser per year for the length of your commitment.
Inflatable Sponsorship - $1,500 Per Year
Per Pool Season, June - August, logo and/or design will be displayed on rule sign located at lineup station for Aquaglide inflatable. Size of Ad 6" W x 4" H. 3-Year Term. Advertisers must provide their own signage.
Lounge Chair Signage - $600 Per Year
Per Pool Season, June - August, logo and/or design will be posted on a minimum of 45
3" H x 18 5" L 3-Year Term Advertisers must provide their own signage
Concession Stand Signage - $500 Per Year
Per Pool Season, June - August, design will be visible to everyone visiting the Concession Stand Size TBD 3-Year Term Advertisers must provide their own signage
Fairfax Fence Signage - $500 Per Year
Per Pool Season, June - August, exposure to all patrons entering and leaving the pool grounds Size of Ad 8' L x 3' H 3Year Term Advertisers must provide their own signage
Main Bathhouse Signage - $150 Per Year
Per Pool Season, June - August, ad will be posted in main bathhouse in each facility restroom stall. Size of Ad 4.25" W x 2 75" H 1-Year Term Advertisers must provide their own signage
Doggie Swim Fest Event - $100, $50
Prior to draining the pool for the summer season, the pool opens one last time as a safe place for dogs to swim on August 24, 2025! Fairfax Pool will be open exclusively to the canine crowd for this special event. $100 (Includes complimentary booth space, Business or organization logo on all marketing materials, name announced at the event) and $50 allows your business or organization to have a booth space
ATHLETIC FACILITIES
Advertising Opportunities
Our Community Athletic Facilities include the Eau Claire Soccer Park, Carson Park Football, Baseball, and Softball Fields which host thousands of visitors each year Organizations that call our Athletic Facilities home include: UWEC Blugolds, North High School, Memorial High School, Regis High School, Immanuel Lutheran High School, US World Kubb Championship, Eau Claire United Soccer, Chippewa Valley Soccer League, several City Recreation Leagues and many annual Special Events
Carson Park Football Scoreboard - $5,000 Per Year
January 1 - December 31, Sign Size: 4' x 4'. Price Per Space. 7 Spaces Available. 5-year term, Purchase multiple spaces to extend logo. Logo placed on scoreboard space. Advertisers must provide their own signage.
Soccer Park Field Signage - $1,000 Per Year
January 1 - December 31, Sign Size: 1ft, 21-inch height x 2ft, 5-inch width
Per Year-Per Sign 9 Signs Available 3-year term Advertisers must provide their own signage
Carson Park Softball Field Scoreboards - $1,000 Per Year
January 1 - December 31, Price Per Field either Gelein or Hobbs Field. 3-year term. Advertisers must provide their own signage
Carson Park Football Plaza Fence Signage - $500 Per Year
Per Football Season, August - November, Size of Ad 8' L x 3' H. 3 year term. Exposure to all patrons at Carson Park. Advertisers must provide their own signage
HOBBS ICE ARENA, FAIRFAX POOL, & ATHLETIC FACILITIES INTEREST FORM
Please either mail or email this interest form to our office and staff will contact you with more info. Please do not send payment with this form.
Business Name:
Contact Name:
Address, City, State, Zip:
E-Mail: Telephone #:
Please check all that apply:
Hobbs Ice Arena
Zambonis - $5,000 Per Year
Scoreboards - Akervik/Hughes Rinks $2,500/Year
O’Brien Rink $5,000/Year
Ice Logos - $2,500 Minimum Per Year
Rink Dasher Boards - $1,000 Per Board, Per Year
Fairfax Pool
Inflatable Sponsorship - $1,500 Per Year
Lounge Chair Signage - $600 Per Year
Concession Stand Signage - $500 Per Year
Fairfax Fence Signage - $500 Per Year
Athletic Facilities
Carson Park Football Scoreboard - $5,000 Per Year
Soccer Park Field Signage - $1,000 Per Year
Carson Park Softball Fields - $1,000 Per Year
Carson Park Football Plaza Fence Signage - $500 Per Year
Skate Trainers - $1,000 Per Year
Mezzanine Glass - $500 Per Year
Digital Signage - $400 Per Year
Main Bathhouse Signage - $150 Per Year
Doggie Swim Fest Event - $100, $50
FAIRFAX POOL SEASON PASS
Scholarship Opportunities
Eau Claire Parks, Recreation, and Forestry offers a Scholarship Program that will help us ensure all members of the community have access to Fairfax Pool memberships Scholarships are used to reduce the cost of Fairfax Pool passes for families in need of financial assistance Our division annually supports 350+ families and individuals through our Scholarship Program
Whale Package - $500 Per Pool Season
Per Pool Season, June - August, donor name will be displayed on the sponsorship sign. Exposure to all patrons entering and leaving the pool grounds.
Shark Package - $250 Per Pool Season
Per Pool Season, June - August, donor name will be displayed on the sponsorship sign. Exposure to all patrons entering and leaving the pool grounds
Barracuda Package - $100 Per Pool Season
Per Pool Season, June - August, donor name will be displayed on the sponsorship sign Exposure to all patrons entering and leaving the pool grounds
FAIRFAX POOL SEASON PASS SCHOLARSHIPS
Business Name:
Contact Name:
Address, City, State, Zip:
E-Mail: Telephone #:
Please check all that apply:
Whale Package - $500 Per Pool Season
Shark Package - $250 Per Pool Season
Barracuda Package - $100 Per Pool Season
Musky Package - $75 Per Pool Season
How you would like your
Please
Pool Sponsor name(s) will be displayed on signage at the Front Entrance at Fairfax Pool. Agreement is active from June 2025 - August 2025. All funds associated with Fairfax Pool Scholarships will directly benefit the families in need of assistance who participate in the Fairfax Pool Scholarship Program. If applicable, Sponsor is required to provide a PDF and PNG copy of their logo for marketing purposes.
Signature of Donor:
YOUTH TEAMS & ACTIVITIES
Sponsorship Opportunities
Youth Sport Team and activity sponsorships for Baseball/T-Ball League, Flag Football League, Soccer League, and our enrichment and instructional programs are a fun way to support youth in the community year round Your generous donation keeps registration fees affordable and provides teams with uniforms and equipment Our division annually supports over 8,500 youth participants each year
Youth Baseball/T-Ball League - $300 Per Team
Per Summer League Season Mid June - Early August Deadline to Sponsor: May 1st, 2025
Youth Flag Football League - $300 Per Team
Per Summer League Season Mid August - Late October. Deadline to Sponsor: July 1st, 2025.
Youth Soccer League - $300 Per Team
Per Summer League Season Mid June - Early August. Deadline to Sponsor: May 1st, 2025.
Youth Activity Scholarship - Any Donation Amount
Any donation amount supports reduced cost registration for participants in need of financial assistance
YOUTH TEAM & ACTIVITY SPONSORSHIPS
Business Name:
Contact Name: E-Mail: Telephone #:
Address, City, State, Zip:
Please check all that apply:
Youth Baseball/T-Ball League - $300 Per Team
Youth Flag Football League - $300 Per Team
Youth Soccer League - $300 Per Team
Youth Activity Scholarship - Any Donation Amount
How you would like your business name printed on the team uniform?
How you would like your business name printed for recognition?
Please check one of the following boxes. If you would like an invoice, payment is due within two weeks.
Terms of Agreement
Sponsor name will be displayed on team uniforms for the desired league(s) chosen. Baseball/T-Ball and Soccer Agreements are active June 2025 - August 2025. Flag Football Agreements are active August 2025 - October 2025.
Team Sponsor will receive a sponsorship plaque per league and/or team sponsored. Team Sponsor is required to provide a PDF and PNG copy of their logo for marketing purposes.
Signature of Sponsor:
Date:
ADULT SPECIALIZED RECREATION
Sponsorship Opportunities
Our Par-te-Rec program is specifically designed for adults aged 18 and older who possess diverse abilities and exceptionalities Participants will engage in a wide range of activities aimed at promoting socialization, encouraging personal development, and enhancing self-confidence. Scheduled activities include dances, holiday celebrations, pool parties, games, crafts, and much more. Each week, on average 35-40 participants eagerly anticipate Par-te-Rec as a structured social gathering among friends.
September - April (Exception to Christmas & Spring Break) Covers costs for snacks, crafts and other items for gatherings
April of Each Calendar Year Sponsorship Covers Food & DJ Cost for Participants Par-te-Rec Prom - $500
of Each Calendar Year Sponsorship Covers Food & DJ Cost for Participants
Covers costs for snacks, crafts and other items for gatherings Par-te-Rec - Any Amount Donation
December
ADULT SPECIALIZED RECREATION SPONSORSHIP
Business Name:
Contact Name: E-Mail: Telephone #:
Address, City, State, Zip:
Please check all that apply:
Fall-Winter Par-te-Rec - $750 Per Fall-Winter Season
Par-te-Rec Prom - $500 Per Event
Par-te-Rec Holiday Party - $500 Per Event
Summer Par-te-Rec - $250 Per Summer Season
Par-te-Rec - Any Donation Amount
How you would like your business name printed for recognition?
Information
Please check one of the following boxes If you would like an invoice, payment is due within two weeks
Emailed To:
Terms of Agreement
Agreement is active per event/season chosen.
Sponsor is asked to provide a PDF and PNG copy of their logo for marketing purposes. Sponsorships are tax deductible and managed by the Community Parks Association, 501C3 Organization. Sponsor will receive a thank you from Par-te-Rec Participants.
Signature of Sponsor: The terms of this
Date:
ECPR EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
Sponsorship Opportunities
Eau Claire Parks, Recreation, and Forestry hosts several Community Events throughout the year We annually host the Amazing Eau Claire Clean-Up, Clearwater Winter Parade, National Night Out, and other events throughout the year Your business can either sponsor and/or participate in these events These donations are tax deductible and administered by the Community Parks Association, 501C3 Organization
Amazing Eau Claire Clean-Up
The event, organized by Eau Claire Parks, Recreation, and Forestry, sends volunteers to assigned locations throughout the city including community parks, neighborhood playgrounds, picnic areas, recreational trails, and downtown to pick up litter
National Night Out
National Night Out is a collaborative community event coordinated by the City of Eau Claire Recreation Division and the City of Eau Claire Police Department This event brings citizens and businesses together to promote the united stand that we take as partners against crime and disorder in our community
Clearwater Winter Parade
An illuminated parade where local Businesses/NonProfits/Government agencies build floats to promote their business or organization This event draws in thousands of people The parade begins with a fireworks show followed by the start of the parade.
Community Parks Association - Recreation Fund
Do you want to contribute but aren’t sure where? This fund supports Youth Scholarships, activities, equipment needs, and community events offered by the City of Eau Claire Recreation Division. Any donation amount is valued.
$2,500 - Diamond (Per Event)
Includes complimentary participation
Featured business or organization logo on event marketing materials, press releases, Prime Times, and media communications
Rights to display signage at the event(s)
Right to use event logo in sponsor marketing materials
Free 1/2 Page Prime Times Marketing Ad for 1 Season
Priority placement at event
$1,500 - Platinum (Per Event)
Includes complimentary participation
Featured business or organization logo on event marketing materials, press releases, Prime Times, and media communications
Rights to display signage at the event(s)
Right to use event logo in sponsor marketing materials
Free 1/4 Page Prime Times Marketing Ad for 1 Season
Priority placement at event
$500 - Gold (Per Event)
Includes complimentary participation
Business or organization logo on event marketing materials and posted in Prime Times
Priority placement at event
$250 - Silver (Per Event)
Includes complimentary participation
Business or organization logo on event marketing materials and posted in Prime Times
$100 - Bronze (Per Event)
Includes complimentary participation
Business or organization name on event marketing materials and posted in Prime Times
ECPR EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
Please check all that apply: Community Parks Association - Recreation Fund (Any Amount) How you would like your business name printed for recognition?
Please check one of the following boxes. If you would like an invoice, payment is due within two weeks.
Terms of Agreement
Sponsorships are tax deductible and managed by the Community Parks Association, 501C3 Organization. Sponsor is asked to provide a PDF and PNG copy of their logo for marketing purposes. Signature of Sponsor:
PRIME TIMES
Advertising Opportunities
What is the Prime Times? The Prime Times is our Program Activity Guide that is published biannually in the Spring-Summer as well as the Fall-Winter This Activity Guide holds over 600 Recreational Activities for ages 6 months and older and is viewed by over 37,000 patrons each season Activity Guides are posted electronically on the City of Eau Claire’s Website, Facebook Pages with 18,000+ followers and a printed viewing copy at our Recreation Administrative Office Again, a simple and affordable way to market your business no matter the size!
Full Page - $400 (Summer & Fall) OR $250 (Summer), $250 (Fall) 1/2 Page - $250 (Summer & Fall) OR $150 (Summer), $150 (Fall)
Ad Size: 8.5" W x 11" H, 2 Issues Per Year. $400, Full Color (Both Issues). $250, Full Color (Single Issue).
Ad Size: 6.75" W x 4.5" H, 2 Issues Per Year. $250, Full Color (Both Issues). $150, Full Color (Single Issue).
Ad Size: 3.125" W x 4.5" H, 2 Issues Per Year. $125, Full Color (Both Issues). $75, Full Color (Single Issue). 1/4 Page - $125 (Summer & Fall) OR $75 (Summer), $75 (Fall)
Business Card - $75 (Summer & Fall) OR $50 (Summer), $50 (Fall)
Ad Size: 3 125" W x 2 125" H, 2 Issues Per Year $75, Full Color (Both Issues) $50, Full Color (Single Issue)
PRIME TIMES
Please check all that apply:
Advertisers must abide by size of ad purchased. Agreements are active for the season(s) purchased.
ECPR approves proof of ad to be placed in
Advertiser must meet submission deadline to ensure placement in published Prime Times. Signature
