Where do you want Your Business to be seen?
Explore the many Sponsorship and Advertising opportunities the Carol Stream Park District has to offer and gain exposure with your ideal demographic.
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Become a Sponsor It is the mission of the Carol Stream Park District to enrich our community by fulfilling our residents’ needs for healthy, accessible, quality recreation activities, parks and facilities, and to be responsible stewards of our community resources. Your sponsorship package enhances our mission to continually provide programs that promote the health and well-being of our community members and families at affordable prices. A sponsorship benefits all. A sponsorship package with the Carol Stream Park District is an affordable and effective way to bring exposure of your products or services to the community in a cooperative way. A sponsorship offers your business the opportunity to give back to the community and at the same time highlight your business with a select market.
CALL TODAY! 630-784-6123 or contact Pam Falco at pamf@csparks.org
We are happy to work with you to create a package that promotes your business and shows your support in the community. There is a wide variety of opportunities for you: · · · · ·
· banner sports team · closed circuit TV community event · seasonal program guide senior luncheon special event or program advertising opportunities are also available
Sponsorship and Advertising Seasons
Sponsorships and advertising opportunities are available each programming season, or you can choose an annual customized sponsorship package. Some of the most visable opportunities per season are listed below. Spring March-May Spring Youth Baseball, Softball, Soccer leagues Spring bunny events JustPlay! Sports & Recreation Festival Youth and Adult Baseball/Softball Tournaments Spring Musical Dance Recital
Summer June-August Gold Medal Baseball/Softball Tournament Volunteer/Sponsor Appreciation Event
Fall September-November CSBarks Dog Festival
Fall Youth Baseball/Softball & Soccer
Winter December-February Youth Basketball leagues
Adult Softball Turkey Shoot Tournament Winter Musical Special event: Daddy Daughter Dance
30,000
18,000
60,000
sporting event visitors every year
brochures delivered every season
pageviews at csparks.org in 2015
8,000
special event visitors every year
Where do you want Your Business to be seen?
... as a Sports Sponsor Recreational sports sponsorships are the perfect way to promote your business to thousands of players, parents, neighbors and fans.
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TRAMPOLINE PARK!
Sports Field Banner
485 MISSION STREET • CAROL STREAM, IL 60188
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630.752.1400 • CST.ROCKINJUMP.COM
Promote your business to thousands of sports enthusiasts with an eye catching; colorful outdoor banner displayed on the ball field fence at McCaslin Park. Banners are professionally produced and are displayed April-October. Camera ready art is required for banner production and banners remain the property of the Carol Stream Park District. Benefits Include:
Soccer
Baseball & Softball
Basketball
Name on sponsor banner
· Recognition on the Park District website youth and adult sports page with a direct link to your business. · An invitation to the annual Volunteer and Sponsor Appreciation event – another great way to network with community business leaders and volunteers. · Thousands of visitors annually.
Gold Medal Tournaments
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Sponsor a baseball or softball team at our annual Gold Medal Tournaments held in July. The tournaments are attended by 1,200 suburban families each year. Additional adult and youth tournaments available throughout the season.
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Benefits Include:
Link on csparks.org sports page
Appreciation plaque with team photo
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Invite to Volunteer & Sponsor Appreciaiton Event
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· Business name or logo on 1,200+ shirts. · Recognition on the Park District website youth and adult sports page with direct link to your business. · An invitation to the annual Volunteer and Sponsor Appreciation event – another great way to network with community business leaders and volunteers. · Onsite marketing opportunity
Sports Team
Sponsor a youth sports team (kids in grades K-8). Choose baseball, softball, basketball or soccer league. Adult sport tournament sponsorships are also available. Benefits Include:
· Company logo on team shirt. (excludes basketball) · A link to your business from the park district sports page, a team photo appreciation plaque to proudly display in your place of business, and an invitation to the annual Volunteer & Sponsor Appreciation event – another great way to network with the community business leaders and volunteers. · Onsite marketing opportunity at the team’s meet and greet.
Where do you want Your Business to be seen?
... at Community Events Our major community events listed below, attract thousands of people annually. Special events include annual fitness promotions, seasonal events and family favorites — Daddy Daughter Dance, Boo Fest, Bunny Bash etc.
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JustPlay! Sports & Recreation Festival kicks off the summer in style with a free festival for the entire family. In 2015 over 5000 people attended the event at Carol Stream Town Center. JustPlay! takes place in May. Sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities are available. Benefits and sponsorships levels vary.
SUMMER Volunteer & Sponsor Appreciation Night
Hundreds of local residents volunteer for the park district every year. Our annual appreciation night, held at Coral Cove Water Park, celebrates those volunteers and their families with a night of themed fun, food and music. This is a great opportunity for local restaurants to host a table, mingle with the community and offer their fare to sample.
FALL The Carol Stream Park District transforms into the Carol Stream BARK District every September with an afternoon of activities and adventures for dog owners and dog lovers. Sponsor and exhibitor opportunities available. Benefits and sponsorship levels vary.
SPECIAL EVENTS The park district has a huge following of the Seasonal Special Events programs. Hundreds of residents and non residents are delighted with programs. Sponsor one or more of the seasonal events. Such as Daddy Daughter Dance, Bunny Bash or Boo Fest. Benefits Include: · Inclusion Marketing Collateral · Inclusion in the program guide · Onsite give-a-way opportunities (when available)
Where do you want Your Business to be seen?
... at a Program
Performance Programs Advertising
Advertising opportunities are available in the Dance or Theater programs. These programs capture the kids who love to be athletically artistic with dance and to entertain others with acting, dance and song. Over 250 kids participate in the dance program which starts in September and culminates in May with a beautifully choreographed recital for families and friends. The theater program is home to over 120 young talented kids. A total of four memorable stage productions three times a year. Our gymnastics state champion Springers of Carol Stream host several tournament throughout the year. Benefits Include: · Three hundred theatre programs printed per performance. · Five hundred dance recital programs printed per performance. · Put your advertisement directly in the hands of hundreds of community members. · Your financial contribution goes directly back to the dance or theatre programs. · Gymnastics program guide advertising also available.
Scholarship Fund
The park district offers financial assistance to low-income or disadvantaged families through the scholarship program. The assistance gives families and children the opportunity to take part in our sports and programs that would otherwise never have the chance. If you prefer, your sponsorship or advertising dollars can go directly to the scholarship fund. Benefits vary.
Meet & Greet Opportunities (Merchandiser opportunities also available)
Customize a meet and greet opportunities that work with your schedule and reach a specific group of people. Set up a table in a high traffic location to promote your business. Locations, times and events vary. Benefits Include: · One-on-one interaction with your target demographic.
Senior Luncheons
Sponsoring a luncheon is an effective way to introduce your business to our Forever Young Participants, age 55+. A variety of sponsorship levels and benefits are available. Benefits Include: · Onsite marketing opportunities · Recognition in the program guide · 3500 Forever Young Program Participants Annually
Where do you want Your Business to be seen?
... in house, in hand or on the web
Closed Circuit Advertising A rotating space on four TV’s located inside Fountain View Recreation Center at 910 N. Gary Ave., Carol Stream IL. Fountain View Recreation Center has four closed circuit TVs, two on the main floor and two on the Fitness Center floor for advertising. We offer “Category Exclusivity” for the duration of the adverting contract (some exceptions apply). The TV ad runs for a minimum of ten seconds in a rotation with 12-15 park district program or event screens. The number of screens can vary depending on time of year. An annual advertising package is available for the TV’s. Advertisers can switch out ads monthly if preferred. Camera ready artwork is required from advertiser. Benefits Include: · Reach 1000 daily patrons who use the Fountain View Recreation Center or Fitness Center. · Category exclusivity. · Annual contract pricing available.
The Winner’s Circle Tournament Advertising Flyer Promote your business to both resident and out of town visitors. We organize 25 adult and youth tournaments annually, which brings about 30,000 visitors through Carol Stream. Families look for a place to eat, sleep and play on their way to or from the tournaments. Become a featured destination in “The Winners Circle” tournament advertising flyer. We print up to 20,000 flyers throughout the season. Your logo, address, phone number and website are published in the flyer. Limited coupon options available. Benefits Include: · Expose your business to residents and non residents. · Couponing draws visitors to your place of business. · We print 10,000-20,000 flyers for tournament goers throughout the season at no additional cost to you. Carol Stream Park District will distribute the flyers to tournament goers.
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Program Guides are delivered to over 18,000 Carol Stream Households and available at csparks.org. Seasonal Activity Guides
Full, half page and quarter page adverts are available each season in the park district’s activity guides — our main marketing tool. Program guides are also available to view at csparks.org. Benefits Include: · 18,000 printed guides
· 60,000 views on csparks.org
· Catagory exclusivity.
Half Page 8.25” wide x 5.375” high
Quarter Page 4.125” wide x 5.375” high
Rates Per Issue
Issue Deadlines Booking Deadline
Artwork Deadline
Delivery Date
Quarter Page
$495
Spring
Dec 13
Dec 18
Feb 26
Half Page
$795
Summer
Feb 13
Mar 4
Apr 29
Full Page
$995
Fall
May 29
June 17
Aug 19
Half Page Back Cover
$1495
Winter
Sep 11
Sept 16
Nov 11
Yes! I want my business to be seen! Sponsoring Business/Organization _________________________________________________________ Contact Person _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Contact Phone Number ____________________________________________________________________________________ Contact Email _______________________________________________________________________________________________ Business Address___________________________________________________________________________________________
Sponsorship and advertising opportunities give the Carol Stream park District a way to bring exposure to the businesses that support our programs. Contact Pam Falco, Community Relations Coordinator, to customize a package that works best for you.
Check area of interest below: (check all that apply) Closed Circuit Advertising
Volunteer Appreciation Event Sponsor
Activity Guide Advertising
Forever Young Sponsor
Sports Field Banners
Special Events Sponsor
Youth Sports Team Sponsor
Dance Sponsor
Adult Tournament
Theater Sponsor
Gold Medal Tournament
Gymnastics Sponsor
5K Run
Meet & Greet Opportunities
JustPlay! Community Event
Inkind Trades/Give-a-ways
CSBarks Dog Community Event
Other Special Event
Scholarship Fund Sponsorships
An Illinois Distinguished Agency & National Gold Medal Award Winner 2002, 2008
Please return your form to: Pam Falco at Carol Stream Park District, 849 W. Lies Road, Carol Stream, IL 60188, pamf@csparks.org or fax: 630-289-1972. (work phone: 630-784-6123)