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OPPORTUNITIES 2021 CALENDAR YEAR

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Memorable Experiences

Long-Lasting Relationships

Support Community Programs

Why Sponsor?

According to a recent study by the Event Marketing Institute (2016), 72% of consumers positively view brands that provide quality experiences and 74% of respondents admit that engaging with brands that create memorable moments make them much more likely to engage with those products and or services. Previous and current sponsors of the Park District can testify to the many benefits they’ve received by assisting the Park District in providing memorable experiences in parks and recreation.

Friday Night Concert at Heritage Park Performance Pavilion (Photo Credit: Wheeling Park District)

Why the Wheeling Park District?

Every day the Wheeling Park District provides memorable experiences in parks and recreation that enrich the lives of our community. On average, more than 375,000 visitors take part in programs, events and activities at Wheeling Park District at extraordinary facilities like Heritage Park, the Family Aquatic Center and Chevy Chase Country Club. The Park District also manages 20 sites on 342 acres, providing programs, activities and events throughout the year, reaching every corner of our community.

Research also shows that 98% of guests share their experiences directly with friends and neighbors, and indirectly with their social media contacts and followers. These numbers demonstrate that being the right kind of sponsor means much more to your target audience than just being an 2

advertiser. Park District guests tend to support the businesses and organizations associated with programs that benefit the community as a whole. If your business or organization is interested in building a long-lasting relationship with clients, we encourage you to look at the many sponsorship opportunities available at the Wheeling Park District.

BENEFITS OF SPONSORSHIPS Guests and participants of the Wheeling Park District are eager to learn about the businesses that support the programs and activities that benefit the community. During their time at one of our many facilities, guests are engaged in meaningful activities with family, friends and neighbors. Testimonials recount a similar story; in these relaxed and comfortable sorroundings, most participants tend to feel cared for and connected with the organizers and sponsors of the program and/or event.

the Park District offers an excellent return on investment.

Through sponsorship, your organization will gain long-lasting relationships with customers, recognition and increased sales, all

Gathering under the same roof guests during their time at Inland Bank loves giving back to the community and sponsoring events is one of the ways we give back. “Sponsoring with the Wheeling Park District has been an enjoyable experience and we are looking forward to sponsoring more events.”

Xavier Bautista, AVP, Branch Manager at Inland Bank

PERCEPTION PERCEPTION

ENGAGEMENT

Improve the way you are perceived by the community

Increase brand loyalty through your involvement with the community

SALES Reach your target audience and build loyal customers

YOUR ORGANIZATION’S

RE TIONSHIPS Strengthen relationships through face-to-face interactions

SPONSORSHIP

REPUTATION Build a positive reputation in the community around your brand

VISIBILITY Increase your visibility

ACCESS

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RECOGNITION

PARTNERSHIPS

Direct access to your target market

Collect new contacts

Make your brand more recognizable

Meet like-minded professionals

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IDEAL COMMUNITY Who will you be reaching?

COMMUNITY CHARACTERISTICS POPULATION 42,828

49%

SURROUNDING AREA POPULATION 293,778

UNDER 20 24.7%

15,708 HOUSEHOLDS OVER 55 24.8%

ETHNICALLY DIVERSE 67

Identify as Asian, Hispanic, American Indian, Black or African American or some other race

SPEAK ANOTHER LANGUAGE

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BILINGUAL SPANISH LANGUAGE ASIAN LANGUAGE

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INDO-EURO LANGUAGE

51%

AGE

21-34 23.8%

35-54 26.7%

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<5

7%

5-9

7%

10-14

6%

15-19

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20-24

5%

25-34

18%

35-44

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45-54

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55-59

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60-64

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65-74

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BUFFALO GROVE

DEERFIELD

RIVERWOODS

Home to”Restaurant Row,” corporate families and great technological advancements

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Educated Wheeling Park District

PALATINE

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NORTHBROOK

Some college or higher 294

Accessible

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS

PROSPECT HEIGHTS

Accessible from three major highways and regional train station

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ILLINOIS

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STRONG YOUNG ADULT POPULATION

RISING MEAN INCOMES $100k $80k $60k

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ADULTS AGE 21-54

ADULTS AGE 21-34

19K STUDENTS IN COLLEGE

(SURROUNDING AREA)

$40k $20k

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WHAT TO EXPECT • Over 37 special events with a total of over 15,000 attendees • High-traffic facilities with local and outof-town guests • Special programs to assist at-risk youth • Publications sent to over 24,000 households

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INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE? Our sponsorship packages offer you a wide range of opportunities to meet your needs and reach the level of visibility you seek.

In addition to existing packages, we have the flexibility to create a program customized to fit your specific strategy.

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Boy Band Night Date: Friday, June 4 Time: 7:00 - 9:00 pm Location: Heritage Park Performance Pavilion Target Age: 18+ Boy Band Night brings together a live tribute to pop sensations like the Backstreet Boys, *NSYNC, New Kids on the Block, Boys II Men, One Direction and many more!

Mariachi Monumental Date: Sunday, June 6 Tme: 5:00 - 7:00 pm Location: Heritage Park Performance Pavilion Target Age: All Enjoy a magical and cultural evening with sounds of the best traditional mariachi repertoire.

Howard & the White Boys Date: Sunday, June 16 Time: 5:00 - 7:00 pm Location: Heritage Park Performance Pavilion Target Age: All These Chicago blues veterans are known for the high-energy performances and the funk, R&B and rock styles that have become their trademark.

Kid Fest Date: Saturday, June 19 Time: TBD Location: Hertiage Park Performance Pavilion Target Age: 0 - 12 years, Families Join us at Heritage Park for a variety of kids games, crafts and entertinment!

Perfect for children ages 3-10 years olds. Watch our Facebook page and website for a more information and a detailed schedule mid May.

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The Four C Notes Date: Sunday, June 20 Time: 5:00 - 7:00 pm Location: Heritage Park Performance Pavilion Target Age: All Recreating the music of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons is the Midwest’s only tribute band to this iconic group.

Movie at the Park The Croods - A New Age Date: Thursday, June 24 Time: 8:00 pm Location: Heritage Park Performance Pavilion Target Age: All The prehistoric family the Croods are challenged by a rival family the Bettermans, who claim to be better and more evolved.

Mellencougar Date: Sunday, June 27 Time: 5:00 pm Location: Heritage Park Performance Pavilion Target Age: 18+ Mellencougar is the premier John Cougar Mellencamp tribute band whose sound is spot on.

Movie at the Park The Croods - A New Age Date: Friday, July 9 Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Location: Heritage Park Performance Pavilion Target Age: 18+ This band made it their personal duty to bring all the great ‘80s songs you love to life in full force.

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Dancing Queen Date: Sunday, July 11 Time: 5:00 - 7:00 pm Location: Heritage Park Performance Pavilion Target Age: All Fronted by two dynamic ladies with angelic voices and backed by a group of world-class musicians, this tribute band recreates the ABBA experience.

Movie in the Park Karate Kid Date: Thursday, July 15 Time: 8:00 pm Location: Heritage Park Performance Pavilion Target Age: All Work causes a single mother to move to China with her young son; in his new home, the boy embraces kung fu, taught to him by a master.

King Saturday Date: Sunday, July 18 Time: 5:00 pm Location: Heritage Park Performance Pavilion Target Age: All Straight-ahead rock with an audience-friendly, melodic core, big guitars, lush vocal harmonies and driving rhythms make for a compelling, original sound and stage show.

Rosie and the Rivets Date: Sunday, July 15 Time: 8:00 pm Location: Heritage Park Performance Pavilion Target Age: All The best of the ‘50s and ’60s dance hits is featured along with some current music with a retro twist.

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Rico Date: Sunday, July 18 Time: 5:00 pm Location: Heritage Park Target Age: All This band’s rich sound is influenced by the spirit of Santana.

Movie in the Park Trolls World Tour Date: Thursday, August 5 Time: 8:00 pm Location: Heritage Park Performance Pavilion Target Age: 18+ When the Queen of the Hard Rock Trolls tries to take over all the Troll kingdoms, Queen Poppy and her friends try different ways to save all the Trolls.

Modern Day Romeos Date: Friday, August 6 Time: 7:00 pm Location: Heritage Park Performance Pavilion Target Age: All he quintessential party band rocks out with the most fun and high-energy show around.

Back to School Bash Date: TBD Time: TBD Location: Heritage Park Performance Pavilion Target Age: All Activities include live music, food trucks, Kid’s Fun Zone, outdoor game area and more. Watch our Facebook page and website for a more information and a detailed schedule mid May.

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SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES

SELECT YOUR SPONSORSHIP LEVEL*

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$350

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TABLE/BOOTH AT EVENT PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT AT EVENT WEBSITE RECOGNITION SOCIAL MEDIA RECOGNITION REACH MEDIA TV BANNER (LOGO PLACEMENT) LIVE FEED INTRODUCTION *Price is per event.

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Program Guide

Number of Views: 40,000 per issue Target Market: Wheeling Park District community # of Issues: 3 (Winter, Spring/Summer, Fall) Cost: $5,000 (Per Issue) Shelf Life: 4 months The program & events guide has consistently measured up to be the most popular way guests get information about the Wheeling Park District. Each issue is mailed to every household and business in the community and is available on our website and in our facilities..

Summer Entertainment

Number of Prints: 5,000 Target Market: Wheeling Park District community # of Issues: 1 Cost: $2,500 Shelf Life: 5 months This eye-catching brochure is distributed to area businesses as well as all our facilities throughout the spring and summer months. It is the reference guide for all of our extensive list of summer programs and also appears on our website

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Unplug at the Park

Number of Participants: 200 - 500 Target Market: Families Dates Available: Wednesday, June 10-August 5 Cost: $850 This summer, help the Wheeling Park District community unplug at their neighborhood park! June 10, June 17, June 24, July 8, July 15, July 29, and August 5, from 6 - 8 pm, the Wheeling Park District will host an Unplug event at a different park each week.

Support Special Programs!

The Wheeling Park District supports a series of programs that are aimed at reducing participation gaps among specific segments of our community while raising awareness about the benefits of parks and recreation. Most of these programs are free, or have reduced fees, in order to increase participation rates. Your support will help to make these programs possible and advance the benefits of parks and recreation in our community.

SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS SOCIAL MEDIA RECOGNITION A-FRAME RECOGNITION AT EVENT UNPLUG POSTCARD PRINT RECOGNITION* DIGITAL DISPLAY (at WPD Facilities) *Deadline to be included on the Unplug Postcard is April 30, 2021

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Reach Tvs

Approximate Views Per Month: 16,000 Impressions Target Market: In-and out-of-town families and guests Approximate Size: Vertical 21” wide x 28“ tall / Horizontal: 28” wide x 14” tall Dates Available: Year Long Cost: $450 per 3 TVs, 10 seconds every 5 minutes Display your brand in the many TVs located throughout the Community Recreation Center

Fitness Machine Screens

Approximate Views Per Month: 8,000 Impressions Target Market: Health & Fitness Center Members Approximate Size: 10.5” wide x 7.5“ tall Dates Available: Year Long Cost: $500 for one month of a 5-second ad displayed at the beginning of every workout.

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LOCATIONS: HIGH TRAFFIC AREAS Sports Complex | Performance Pavilion | Family Aquatic Center | CRC

High Traffic Areas

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Build Your Brand!

The Wheeling Park District owns and manages many high traffic locations that are ideal for building and marketing your brand. In 2019, more than 390,000 visitors took part in programs, events and activities at the Wheeling Park District and enjoyed venues like the Sports Cmplex and Family, Aquatic Center at Heritage Park as well as Chevy Chase Country Club.Research shows the ideal times to showcase your brand is while people are engaging in meaningful and free-time activities. What better way to get the positive response you are seeking than when families are at the park enjoying recreational or leisure activities! Capture the attention of potential customers while they are receptive to learning more about your business or organization.

Map of Heritage Park, Wheeling Park District

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Family Aquatic Center Concessions

Approximate Views Per Month: 20,000 Impressions Target Market: Families, Camp Groups (Ages 5 - 14), Camp Counselors (Ages 16 - 22) Approximate Size: 30” wide x 36 “ tall Dates Available: June 1 - September 3 Cost: $1,000 The Family Aquatic Center at Heritage Park has a full concession area with shaded seating. No outside food or drink is allowed in the facility, increasing the number of daily concession transactions and making your brand highly visible.

Family Aquatic Center Whirlwind

Approximate Views Per Month: 20,000 Impressions Target Market: Families, Camp Groups (Ages 5 - 14), Camp Counselors (Ages 16 - 22) Approximate Size: 23” wide x 33“ tall Dates Available: June 1 - September 3 Cost: $950 Catch your audience’s attention as they walk between the most popular amenities inside the Family Aquatic Center.

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Family Aquatic Center Group Area

Approximate Views Per Season: 59,700 Impressions Target Market: Families, Camp Groups (Ages 5 - 14), Camp Counselors (Ages 16 - 22) Approximate Size: 80” Length x 50” Height Dates Available: June 1 - September 3 Cost: $1200 (Includes cost of printing and banner material) The Family Aquatic Center at Heritage Park offers designated areas for camp groups, party groups and families throughout the summer. These are in close proximity to the main “zero-depth” pool and are visible from the main area of the facility.

Family Aquatic Center TV Monitors

Approximate Views Per Month: 20,000 Impressions Target Market: Families, Camp Groups (Ages 5 - 14), Camp Counselors (Ages 16 - 22) Approximate Size: 1280 x 720 pixels (40” TVs) Dates Available: June 1 - September 3 Cost: $500 (30-second ad every 5 minutes) Two information TVs are located at the Admission and Guest Service Desk. All guests in the facility must enter through this area.

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Sports Complex Outside Baseball Field

Approximate Views Per Season: 59,700 Impressions Target Market: Families, Camp Groups (Ages 5 - 14), Camp Counselors (Ages 16 - 22) Approximate Size: 80” Length x 50” Height Dates Available: June 1 - September 3 Cost: $1200 (Includes cost of printing and banner material) The Family Aquatic Center at Heritage Park offers designated areas for camp groups, party groups and families throughout the summer. These are in close proximity to the main “zero-depth” pool and are visible from the main area of the facility.

Sports Complex Facility Entrance

Approximate Views Per Month: 20,000 Impressions Target Market: Families, Camp Groups (Ages 5 - 14), Camp Counselors (Ages 16 - 22) Approximate Size: 1280 x 720 pixels (40” TVs) Dates Available: June 1 - September 3 Cost: $500 (30-second ad every 5 minutes) Two information TVs are located at the Admission and Guest Service Desk. All guests in the facility must enter through this area.

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Sports Complex Inside Baseball Field

Approximate Views Per Month: 58,000 Impressions Target Market: Out-of-town families, youth ages 6 - 18, corporate athletic players Approximate Size: 150” wide x 72“ tall Dates Available: March 1 - November 30 Cost: $1,800 Display your brand inside the baseball/softball fields where it is visible to all participants and spectators.

Sports Complex Soccer Fields

Approximate Views Per Month: 32,000 Impressions Target Market: Hispanic/Spanish speaking market, families, youth ages 6 - 18, regional soccer teams Approximate Size: 80” wide x 48“ tall Dates Available: May 1 - September 30 Cost: $1,200 Soccer is an extremely popular sport in the community. This venue placement offers you an excellent and effective avenue to open your brand to new markets.

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Preferred Vendor List

Approximate Views Per Month: 20,000 Impressions Target Market: Out of town families, children ages 6 - 18, corporate athletic players Approximate Size: 36.5” wide x 48” tall Dates Available: May 15 - November 30 Cost: $300 (Includes cost of printing material) Place your brand in front of those looking to move on to a new destination by becoming a preferred vendor.

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