theeastside.org/sponsor sponsorships

theeastside.org/sponsor sponsorships

dear east side supporter For more than 20 years, The East Side Business Improvement District, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, has been working to enhance and strengthen our neighborhood with a variety of events, programs, and initiatives that both proactively create vibrancy and respond to desires from district stakeholders. With a great 2018 season behind us, we are more excited than ever to continue this work with renewed energy in 2019 as we look forward to welcoming new key businesses, new events, expand resources for our businesses, and add new ways to get involved. Creating a thriving restaurant, retail, service, and residential area is vital to the success of the local economy, and we cannot do it without you. With new events and programs that promise to bring a fresh energy to our redeveloping district, your financial support is more important than ever. We ve developed sponsorships that are designed to expose your business to diverse audiences using a variety of outreach and engagement methods. We are always happy to talk more with you about how our partnership opportunities can best serve the needs and priorities of your business, so please do not hesitate to let us know how we can best serve you as you support our community. We look forward to working with you as we continue to build our vibrant, diverse, and welcoming East Side district. With appreciation, Elizabeth Brodek Executive Director The East Side Business Improvement District Elizabeth Brodek Executive Director sponsorships East Side Business Improvement District 262.930.7707 director@theeastside.org

sponsorships 2019 SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM SCHEDULE JANUARY Fire & Ice in BCA MARCH East Side Madness APRIL Fitness Crawl BCA After Dark JUNE Summer Soulstice JULY Kittens Chalk in BCA BCA After Dark AUGUST Rolling Bike Party SEPTEMBER Tomato Romp Doors Open/Mural Festival OCTOBER Halloween Costume Contest BCA After Dark NOVEMBER Small Business Saturday DECEMBER Holiday Open House SPONSORSHIP PROGRAMS INDEX Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 BLACK CAT ALLEY BCA ICE BAR EAST SIDE MADNESS FITNESS CRAWL Summer Soulstice Page 8 BCA KITTEN CHALK Page 9 ROLLING BIKE PARTY Page 10 TOMATO ROMP Page 11 DOORS OPEN MURAL FEST Page 12 BLACK CAT ALLEY GALA Page 13 HALLOWEEN CONTEST Page 14 SMALL BIZ SATURDAY Page 15 HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE INTERESTED IN SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES? VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT theeastside.org/sponsorhips

BLACK CAT ALLEY Premier Sponsor 2019 If you truly love everything Black Cat Alley offers the city, the vibrancy it s created in the East Side neighborhood, and believe in the positive impacts of art for artists, the community, and local business, this partnership opportunity was made for you. PREMIER PARTNER $15,000 - Logo or name front and center on all 2019 Black Cat Alley programming - Logo or name on all 2019 Black Cat Alley marketing materials - First mention in all 2019 Black Cat Alley programming media releases 3 INTERESTED IN OUR OUR EAST SIDE SPONSORSHIP PROGRAMS? VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT THEEASTSIDE.ORG/SPONSORSHIPS

BCA ICE BAR January 19, 2019 Have a cold one on a cold one! Adding a bar to Milwaukee s most recognizable and loved outdoor gallery on Gallery Day is a great way to add a warm memory to your Wisconsin winter. BAR $5,000 - Exclusive product usage throughout Ice Bar Event and accompanying brand signage - Marquee logo placement on marketing, signage, website, and social media - Recognition as presenting sponsor in dedicated social media posts and newsletter GLASS/CUP - Logo placement on cups - Logo placement on marketing, signage, website, and social media SUPPORTING $250 - Logo placement on website and social media INTERESTED IN OUR OUR EAST SIDE SPONSORSHIP PROGRAMS? VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT THEEASTSIDE.ORG/SPONSORSHIPS 4

EAST SIDE MADNESS March 2019 The East Side is the perfect place to watch the NCAA Tournament, with almost 100 TVs in our diverse selection of bars and restaurants. Come cheer for your favorite team with us! Presenting $2,000 - Exclusive sponsorship for tournament/season - sponsoring giveaways and outreach - Central logo placement on marketing, signage, website, and social media - Recognition as presenting sponsor in dedicated social media posts and newsletter - Marketing partnerships available as desired PASSPORT - Prominent logo placement on passport, marketing, signage, website, and social media SUPPORTING $500 - Logo placement on marketing, signage, and website 5 INTERESTED IN OUR OUR EAST SIDE SPONSORSHIP PROGRAMS? VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT THEEASTSIDE.ORG/SPONSORSHIPS

FITNESS CRAWL April 27, 2019 Experience a diverse selection of fitness from yoga to pilates to interval training to general gym routines during this fun fitness crawl. Presenting - Central logo placement on marketing, passport, signage, website, and social media - Opportunity to speak at pre- and after-parties - 4 registrations included - Recognition as presenting sponsor in dedicated social media posts and newsletter - Marketing partnerships available as desired SWAG $500 - Prominent logo placement on marketing, signage, website, and social media - Opportunity to have booth/table at pre- and after-parties - 2 registrations included SUPPORTING $250 - Logo placement on marketing, signage, and website INTERESTED IN OUR OUR EAST SIDE SPONSORSHIP PROGRAMS? VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT THEEASTSIDE.ORG/SPONSORSHIPS 6

SUMMER SOULSTICE June 22, 2019 We are thrilled to celebrate the 19th year of Milwaukee s largest free music festival! Summer Soulstice showcases top local bands, visual artists, makers, creation stations, activities, East Side businesses, and more. As our largest event of the year, this is the idea opportunity to showcase your business in the beginning of the Milwaukee event season. ROCKSTAR BEER $17,000 - Exclusive product usage throughout SSMF Event and accompanying brand signage - Naming rights to a music stage with prominent logoed signage - Marquee logo placement on marketing, signage and website / targeted social outreach - Exclusive double booth space at SSMF Event TOUR MANAGER $5,000 - Naming rights to a music stage with prominent logoed signage - Tour Manager logo placement on marketing, signage and website / targeted social outreach - Prominent double booth space at SSMF Event BACKSTAGE CREW $3,000 - Backstage Crew logo placement on marketing, signage and website / targeted social outreach - Prominent booth space at SSMF Event GROUPIE - Groupie logo placement on marketing, signage and website - Booth space at SSMF Event if desired 7 INTERESTED IN OUR OUR EAST SIDE SPONSORSHIP PROGRAMS? VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT THEEASTSIDE.ORG/SPONSORSHIPS

BCA KITTEN CHALK July 2019 We love when kids add imagination to the beauty around us. This event offers kids to add their own creativity to the sidewalk through Black Cat Alley. PRESENTING $2,000 - Opportunity to speak at the event - Marquee logo placement on marketing, signage, website, and social media - Recognition as presenting sponsor in dedicated social media posts and newsletter CHALK $500 - Logo placement on marketing, signage, website, and social media SUPPORTING $250 - Logo placement on website and social media INTERESTED IN OUR OUR EAST SIDE SPONSORSHIP PROGRAMS? VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT THEEASTSIDE.ORG/SPONSORSHIPS 8

ROLLING BIKE PARTY August 6, 2019 Break out your most fun bike lights for this party! We ll be stopping near Shorewood, Downer Avenue, North Avenue, and Brady Street for brief parties and to give riders a chance to experience local dining and shopping close to the trail. Participants who visit each stop have a chance to win prizes from local businesses. Presenting $2,000 - Top logo placement, with The East Side, on passport - Top logo placement, with The East Side, on all posters, postcards, social media, and website - Recognition as presenting sponsor in dedicated social media posts and newsletter - Marketing partnerships available as desired Wheel - Prominent logo placement on passport - Prominent Logo placement on all posters, postcards, and website - Marketing partnerships available as desired MUSIC $800 - Exclusive signage at sponsored stop with live musician - Logo placement on all posters and website - 501(c)3 organization SPOKE $500 - Logo placement on signage and website - 501(c)3 organization SUPPORTING $250 - Logo placement on website 9 INTERESTED IN OUR OUR EAST SIDE SPONSORSHIP PROGRAMS? VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT THEEASTSIDE.ORG/SPONSORSHIPS

TOMATO ROMP September 7, 2019 Wisconsin s ONLY tomato festival, Tomato Romp is not only a great time, but a great cause with proceeds from the Rotten Tomato Fight for Hunger going to local food programs. Inspired by the La Tomatina Fight in Spain, the Tomato Romp is one of the most unique festivals in Wisconsin, and topped with the beloved Bloody Mary Contest. ON THE VINE VODKA $2,500 - Exclusive vodka usage for the Bloody Mary competition - Naming rights to Bloody Mary competition - Marquee logo placement on marketing, signage and website - Booth space at Tomato Romp if desired ROMA BEER $2,000 - Exclusive beer accompaniment for the Bloody Mary competition - Marquee logo placement on marketing, signage and website - Booth space at Tomato Romp if desired HEIRLOOM $2,000 - Heirloom logo placement on marketing, signage and website - Booth space at Tomato Romp if desired CHERRY - Cherry logo placement on marketing, signage and website INTERESTED IN OUR OUR EAST SIDE SPONSORSHIP PROGRAMS? VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT THEEASTSIDE.ORG/SPONSORSHIPS 10

DOORS OPEN MURAL FEST September 28-29, 2019 Stop by the East Side throughout the event to pick up your doors open event guide, grab a snack at a food tent, participate in art activities and more! PRESENTING $5,000 - Opportunity to speak at the event - Marquee logo placement on marketing, signage, website, and social media ARTIST $2,500 - Prominent logo placement on marketing, signage, website, and social media - Prominent mention in media releases ALLEY - Logo placement on marketing, signage, website, and social media SUPPORTING $500 - Logo placement on website and social media 11 INTERESTED IN OUR OUR EAST SIDE SPONSORSHIP PROGRAMS? VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT THEEASTSIDE.ORG/SPONSORSHIPS

BLACK CAT ALLEY GALA Fall 2019 Everyone loves the unique and positive inspiration of Black Cat Alley. Like Black Cat Alley, this gala is sure to leave positive, lasting impressions through an awe-inspiring combination of entertainment. Presenting $5,000 - Opportunity to speak at the event - Marquee logo placement on marketing, signage, website, and social media - Invite up to 8 guests for the evening - Recognition as presenting sponsor in dedicated social media posts and newsletter ALLEY $2,500 - Prominent logo placement on marketing, signage, website, and social media - Invite up to 8 guests for the evening - Prominent mention in media releases PANTHER - Logo placement on marketing, signage, website, and social media TABLE $800 - Invite up to 8 guests for the evening - Exclusive table welcome for your guests SUPPORTING $500 - Logo placement on website and social media INTERESTED IN OUR OUR EAST SIDE SPONSORSHIP PROGRAMS? VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT THEEASTSIDE.ORG/SPONSORSHIPS 12

HALLOWEEN CONTEST October 26, 2019 Enjoy a ghoulishly good time at your favorite East Side haunts while showing off your creative costume for a chance to win prizes. SPOOKY - Exclusive sponsorship for costume contest - sponsoring giveaways and outreach - Central/exclusive logo placement on marketing, signage, website, and social media - Marketing partnerships available as desired 13 INTERESTED IN OUR OUR EAST SIDE SPONSORSHIP PROGRAMS? VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT THEEASTSIDE.ORG/SPONSORSHIPS

SMALL BIZ SATURDAY November 30, 2019 Sponsored by American Express, this ever-growing event is the perfect opportunity to show support for local and small businesses. Buying local keeps up to 68% more of each dollar in the community, so we re excited to highlight this event that not only helps you get a jump on holiday shopping, but also boosts the local economy! LOCAL LOVE - Top logo placement on marketing, signage, and website - Exclusive logo placement on social media - Recognition as Local Love sponsor in dedicated social media posts and newsletter - Marketing partnerships available as desired SUPPORT LOCAL $500 - Logo placement on marketing, signage, and website - Marketing partnerships available as desired INTERESTED IN OUR OUR EAST SIDE SPONSORSHIP PROGRAMS? VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT THEEASTSIDE.ORG/SPONSORSHIPS 14

HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE December 2019 It s the most wonderful time of the year! From special gifts for loved ones to nights out with friends and family, the East Side is the place to make memories. Our Holiday Open House helps residents and patrons do just that. This sponsorship is designed to help make the East Side merry and bright by adding light and glow to cold winter nights. DECK THE STREETS $5,000 - Top logo placement on marketing, signage, and website - Exclusive logo placement on social media - Recognition as Deck the Streets sponsor in dedicated social media posts and newsletter - Marketing partnerships as desired HOLIDAY GLOW $2,000 - Prominent logo placement on marketing, signage and website - Recognition as Holiday Glow sponsor in dedicated social media posts and newsletter JINGLE BELLS $800 - Logo on marketing, signage, and website STOCKING STUFFER $500 - Logo on marketing, signage, and website 15 INTERESTED IN OUR OUR EAST SIDE SPONSORSHIP PROGRAMS? VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT THEEASTSIDE.ORG/SPONSORSHIPS

Elizabeth Brodek Executive Director East Side Business Improvement District 262.930.7707 director@theeastside.org sponsorships theeastside.org/sponsor