The Nampa Parks & Recreation Department provides our community with numerous parks, trails, athletic fields, a Recreation Center, golf courses and outdoor swimming pools. Our mission is to promote and enhance park facilities and maintain open spaces, as well as provide recreation and leisure opportunities for people in our community.
Nampa Parks & Recreation offers numerous events and opportunities for the community to come together and enjoy recreational opportunities. We take great pride in our events and want them to be successful, so great efforts are made to market each event. Our marketing efforts help draw large crowds, which provide great opportunities for businesses to reach the Nampa community through our sponsor and vendor opportunities. We can provide great exposure for your business, further enhancing your marketing strategies.
We greatly appreciate and value the business partnerships that we have built and maintained over the years, and we make sure to carry out everything we promise to our sponsors. We provide accuracy in branding your company as a sponsor on our marketing materials, which includes printed materials, social media, radio and television advertising and t-shirts for the events. We want your experience as a sponsor to be valuable so you will want to continue to partner with us.
We hope this comprehensive sponsor packet will provide you with detailed information about our events and the opportunities we have available. Please take some time to review each event and the exposure that is offered. I would be happy to meet with you to discuss these opportunities in detail and to answer any questions. Together we will keep Nampa as a great place to live, work and play!
Sincerely,
Kari Riley
Nampa Parks & Recreation Department Marketing & Fundraising Coordinator (208)468-5858 - office (208)250-5340 - cell rileyk@cityofnampa.us
Kids ages 12 and under enjoy hunting eggs in the pool.
Saturday before Easter • 1-3pm
Harward Recreation Center
275 participants
Teens 13-17 enjoy an evening of entertainment and the challenge of hunting eggs in the dark with a flashlight.
Friday before Easter • 8-9:30pm
Harward Recreation Center backyard
150 participants
Families will enjoy some harvest fun at this outdoor, carnival-style event which includes face painting, crafts, dancing, storytelling, costume contest, games and more.
Third Saturday in October • 1-3pm
Harward Recreation Center backyard
Approximately 200 participants
Kids will plunge into the pool for the great pumpkin hunt, fun games, races and pumpkin themed activities.
Friday before Halloween • 6-9pm
Harward Recreation Center
Approximately 100 participants
Kids enjoy making holiday crafts, playing games, holiday treats, and a visit from Santa.
Second Saturday in December • 12-1:30pm
Harward Recreation Center
Approximately 120 participants
Company name/logo printed on marketing materials
include posters, flyers, entry forms, t-shirts)
Company linked to Nampa Parks & Recreation website for
days
Vendor booth during event with company banner
Opportunity to distribute promotional materials
5% discount on ad in Nampa Parks & Recreation seasonal activity
Rec
This program provides an opportunity for boys and girls in kindergarten and first grade to learn basic basketball skills and teamwork. Shooting Stars takes place at the Harward Recreation Center and runs for 6 weeks in the summer.
League starts in July Harward Recreation Center Approximately 6 teams and 50 participants
This program provides an opportunity for girls in the 5th and 6th grade to learn basic volleyball skills and teamwork. Nampa Youth Volleyball takes place at schools throughout the Nampa School District and runs for six weeks with practices during the week and games on Saturday mornings.
The Kids Triathlon is a fun and challenging event for kids ages 6-13. Young athletes swim, bike and run in this 3-event race that not only promotes fitness but improves children’s self confidence as they cross the finish line on their own. A great introduction to the sport, participants swim in Lincoln Pool followed by a safe bike and run on roads and grounds of Lions Park.
League starts in September Nampa School District gyms
Approximately 8 teams and 90 participants
Third Saturday in July • 8-11am Lincoln Pool/Lions Park
Approximately 170 participants & event audience of 300 people
This program provides an opportunity for girls in the 5th and 6th grade to learn basic volleyball skills and teamwork. Nampa Youth Volleyball takes place at schools throughout the Nampa School District and runs for five weeks with practices during the week and games on Saturday mornings.
League starts in September Nampa School District gyms
Approximately 10 teams and 120 participants
$250 each
Adult Softball League provides an opportunity for physical exercise, socialization and healthy competition for adults through team sports programs. We invite you to be a softball banner sponsor and market your business to the participants during the softball seasons. We believe this sponsorship will give your company great exposure and complement your marketing strategies.
Company banners will be displayed at one of the four softball fields during the season. 8’x4’ vinyl banner with color graphics professionally produced (printed by Parks & Rec).
Summer League runs May-July
West Park
Approximately 45 teams and 650 participants
Fall League runs August-September
Skyview Softball Complex
Approximately 20 teams and 300 participants
The Indoor Triathlon allows participants to compete in an indoor event as they swim, bike and run at the Harward Recreation Center. This event is well-attended and has become a highly sought after indoor event.
First Saturday in February • 8am-1pm Harward Recreation Center
Approximate 25-50 participants and an event day audience of 150 people
Sponsor - $250
• Company name/logo printed on marketing materials (may include posters, flyers, t-shirts)
• Company linked to Nampa Parks & Recreation website for 21 days
• Recognition in event script
• 8 foot table during event with company banner
Opportunity to distribute promotional materials in race packets
Sports Madness is an event for boys ages 3-13 and their moms. Moms and sons can dress up in their favorite sports team gear and enjoy basketball, dodgeball, games, prizes and more!
First or second Saturday in March • 7:30-9pm Harward Recreation Center
250-300 moms and sons
Presenting Sponsor - $500
Company name/logo printed on marketing
Company linked to Nampa Parks
Recreation
Company banner displayed during event
Recognition in event script
8 foot table during event with company banner
5% discount on ad in Nampa Parks
2 complimentary tickets
Contributing Sponsor - $250
Company name printed on event posters and flyers
include
Acknowledgement on Nampa Parks & Recreation website for 14 days
Recognition in event script
8 foot table during event with company banner
1 complimentary ticket to the event
Food Truck Rally Goes to the Dogs is a dog friendly event that provides a unique opportunity for the community to come together to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and raise money for dog parks in Nampa. People come out to enjoy good food, live music and green beer.
Saturday closest to St. Patrick’s Day • 2-6pm
Lloyd Square – Downtown Nampa Approximately 1,200 people
• Company name/logo printed on marketing materials (may include posters and flyers)
• Company linked to Nampa Parks & Recreation website for 45 days
• Company banner displayed in stage area during event
• Recognition in event script
• Vendor booth during event (10x20)
• Opportunity to distribute promotional materials in packets
• 5% discount on ad in Nampa Parks & Recreation seasonal activity guide
• Company name printed on event posters and flyers
• Acknowledgement on Nampa Parks & Recreation website for 14 days
• Recognition in event script
• Vendor booth during event (10x10)
• Opportunity to distribute promotional materials in packets
Silver Screen on the Green is Nampa’s summer movie series in the park. It attracts hundreds of people each night, and is one of Nampa’s popular summer traditions for families. Families come out for an evening of free fun and activities before watching a movie on the inflatable movie screen.
The first summer only four movies nights were offered but we have been able to expand the number of nights due to the generous support of our sponsors. We invite you to partner with us by sponsoring Nampa’s Silver Screen on the Green summer movie series. Your sponsorship will demonstrate your support of free, family friendly summer activities in Nampa. In exchange, your company will receive increased company exposure.
Friday evenings throughout the summer (see agreement for dates)
8:30pm • Movies start at dusk • Optimist Park
Approximately 400-500 people each movie night
Presenting Sponsor -
• Category Exclusivity
• Company logo printed
• Recognition
• Company linked on the Nampa Parks
• Company banner
• Opportunity to have vendor booth
• Opportunity to show
• 15%
second
one Nampa Parks &
The Mayor’s Golf Tournament draws people from all over the Treasure Valley to play golf and give to a great cause. All proceeds benefit college scholarships and junior golf at Centennial and Ridgecrest Golf Courses. Last year the Mayor’s Golf Tournament awarded $18,000 in scholarships to seniors in local Nampa high schools.
First Friday in May Ridgecrest Golf Club
Approximately 150 golfers
The Amateur Golf Tournament is one of the largest events in the state with approximately 200 participants in both men’s and women’s divisions
First weekend in October
Centennial Golf Course and Ridgecrest Golf Club
Approximately 200 golfers
rec department’s
Our Christmas Light Tour is a popular event offered in December where people experience the beauty of Christmas through the sparkle of lights. The bus tour visits spectacular light displays around Nampa.
Two evenings prior to Christmas • 6-8pm Departs from & returns to Harward Recreation Center 400-500 people
• Company name/logo printed on marketing materials (may include posters, flyers, tickets)
• Company linked to the Nampa Parks & Recreation website for 90 days prior to the event
• Sponsor signage on each bus (provided by Nampa Recreation Department)
• Opportunity to distribute promotional materials during each tour
• 4 complimentary tickets
• 10% discount on ad in Nampa Parks & Recreation seasonal activity guide
Harward Recreation Center Benefit Luncheon is held in December at Texas Roadhouse in Nampa. All funds raised goes directly back into the community through the award of Harward Rec Center scholarships to people with an inability to pay and who utilize the facility to improve their health and/or lifestyle. Last year we successfully raised $4,500 for the Harward Recreation Center Scholarship Fund from this event. We are looking for businesses who would like to give back to the Nampa community and match either full or partial funds raised from the benefit luncheon. Contact Kari Riley at rileyk@cityofnampa.us to get involved or purchase tickets.
In-Kind donations – We are always in need of in-kind donations for our events to give away in raffle or prize baskets, race packets, etc. Please let us know if you are interested in donating product or gift certificates for a particular event.
Nampa Parks & Recreation prides itself in hosting great events and drawing large crowds to each event. Our events are a great way for businesses to market themselves to the people that attend our events. As a vendor you have the opportunity to have a booth to promote your business and reach the event audience.
Food Truck Rally Goes to the Dogs ($100)
March 18 • 2-6pm 1,200 people
Food Truck Rally Goes to the Dogs is a dog friendly event that provides a unique opportunity for the community to come together to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and raise money for dog parks in Nampa.
Mayor’s Golf Tournament ($500)
May 5 • 7am-1pm 150 people
The Mayor’s Golf Tournament draws people from all over the Treasure Valley to play golf and give to a great cause. All proceeds benefit college scholarships and junior golf at Centennial and Ridgecrest Golf Courses.
Nampa Festival of the Arts ($350)
August 12 • 10am-6pm
August 13 • 10am-4pm 18,000 people
Nampa Festival of the Arts draws thousands of people to beautiful Lakeview Park where over 200 colorful booths, food, music and activities await, creating an enticing blend of art, culture, music and dance.
Pooch Party ($100)
August 26 • 9am-1pm 1,200 people
The Pooch Party is Nampa’s largest dog festival! The Pooch Party includes a dogswim, raffle, pet-friendly booths, 1-mile dog walk, contests and prizes.
Harvest Classic Fun Run ($100)
September 16 • 7:30-11am 1,000 people
Harvest Classic Fun Run is a well established family event with a festive atmosphere, variety of race options, and post race activities. The event features an 8K race, a 2 mile walk or run, and a 1 mile non-competitive route.
Company Name (exactly how it should appear in print):
Contact Name:
Address:
City: State: Zip Code: Phone #: Email:
I would like to have a vendor booth at:
q Food Truck Rally goes to the Dogs – March 18, Lloyd Square ($100)
q Mayor’s Golf Tournament - May 5, Ridgecrest Golf Club ($500)
q Nampa Festival of the Arts – August 12 & 13, Lakeview Park ($350)
q Pooch Party – August 26, Lakeview Park
q 10x10 booth ($100)
q 10x20 booth ($150)
q Harvest Classic Fun Run – September 16, Harward Rec Center ($100)
q Need power ($15 for each event)
_____ Total
Description of Booth Content:
q Enclosed is my check payable to Nampa Recreation Department
q I want to charge my: q Visa q MasterCard q Discover
Please call for my credit card number
Vendor deadline is 2 weeks prior to each event
Please remit vendor application to: Nampa Recreation Department 131 Constitution Way Nampa, ID 83686 (208) 318-2327
All vendor applications will be reviewed. Submission of application does not guarantee your spot in the event. Vendors will need to provide all necessary items for their booth (table, chairs, canopy, etc.)
Vendor Signature:
Date:
Company Name (exactly how it should appear in print):
Contact Name:
Address:
City: State: Zip Code: Phone #: Email:
I would like to sponsor:
Seasonal Kids Events ($250 each)
q Easter Egg Swim q Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt q Funtober Fest
q Pumpkin Plunge q Santa’s Workshop
q I would like to have a vendor booth (describe booth content): q Need power Sponsor deadline: 4 weeks prior to each event
Youth Sports ($500 each)
q Shooting Stars q Kids Triathlon (deadline April 21) q Nampa Youth Volleyball
q I would like to have a vendor booth (describe booth content): q Need power Sponsor deadline: 8 weeks prior to each event
Softball Banner ($250 per season)
q Summer League q Fall League q Both Leagues ($400) Sponsor deadline: March 31
Total Sponsorship:
q Check enclosed (payable to Nampa Recreation Department)
q I want to charge my: q Visa q MasterCard q Discover Please call for my credit card number
q Send me an invoice
Please remit sponsor agreement to: Nampa Recreation Department
131 Constitution Way, Nampa, ID 83686 or fax to: (208) 318-2327
Return signed agreement by the sponsor deadline for inclusion in printed materials. Email high resolution vector or native format (ai, eps or psd) logo/artwork to rileyk@cityofnampa.us. No refunds after the sponsor deadline
We agree to the terms indicated above:
SPONSOR
NAMPA PARKS AND RECREATION
By: Date: By: Date: Title: Title:
nampa parks & recreation
l (208) 468-5858 • l rileyk@cityofnampa.us
Company Name (exactly how it should appear in print):
Contact Name:
Address:
City: State: Zip Code: Phone #: Email:
I would like to sponsor:
q Indoor Triathlon q $250
q Spring Sports Madness q $500 q $250
q Food Truck Rally Goes to the Dogs q $500 q $250
q Christmas Light Tour q $1,000
q Silver Screen on the Green q $4,000 Presenting Sponsor q $350 Movie Night Sponsor (deadline April 7)
q June 2 q June 9 q June 16 q June 23 q June 30
q July 7 q July 14 q July 21 q July 28 q Aug 4
q Mayor’s Golf Tournament q $1,500 q $1,000 q $500 q $150
q Amateur Golf Tournament q $1,500 q $1,000 q $500 q $150 q I would like to have a vendor booth (describe booth content):
q Need power Sponsor deadline: 8 weeks prior to each event
Total Sponsorship:
q Check enclosed (payable to Nampa Recreation Department)
q I want to charge my: q Visa q MasterCard q Discover Please call for my credit card number
q Send me an invoice
Please remit sponsor agreement to: Nampa Recreation Department 131 Constitution Way, Nampa, ID 83686 or fax to: (208) 318-2327
Return signed agreement by the sponsor deadline for inclusion in printed materials. Email high resolution vector or native format (ai, eps or psd) logo/artwork to rileyk@cityofnampa.us. No refunds after the sponsor deadline
We agree to the terms indicated above:
SPONSOR
By:
Date:
NAMPA PARKS AND RECREATION
By:
Title: Title:
Date:
nampa parks & recreation • l (208) 468-5858 • l rileyk@cityofnampa.us
