REDISCOVER CEDARBURG FARMERS MARKET IN THE PARK CONNECT INSPIRE ENGAGE 2017 SPONSORSHIP KIT 4TH OF JULY PARADE & HOMETOWN CELEBRATION MINI GOLF OUTING WAG, WOOF, & WALK SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY ANNUAL TREE LIGHTING
Dear Chamber Member, The Cedarburg Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce its 2017 sponsorship opportunities. In this kit, you will find ways to showcase your business to both our community and your fellow members through generous financial support. We are truly grateful for such an engaged membership, and we look forward to continued partnerships with you all. It is our mission to create fun, Cedarburg-friendly events that help showcase the local business community. Thank you for your consideration, and for being a very valued member of the Cedarburg Chamber of Commerce. Sincerely, Jennifer Andreas Executive Director Maggie Dobson Programs Coordinator Renira Pachuta Tourism Coordinator
2 0 1 7 S P O N S O R S H I P O P P O R T U N I T I E S Rediscover Cedarburg M A Y 1 3 During Wisconsin Tourism Week, a special day for locals to re-learn Cedarburg's history and heritage. Cedarburg's Farmers "Market in the Park" J U N - O C T Enjoy fun, fresh food choices at our market at Firemen's Park. J U L Y 4 4th of July Parade & Hometown Celebration Patriotism at its finest in Cedarburg's historic district. Mini Golf Outing A U G 1 0 S E P T 3 0 The Chamber's twist on the traditional outing-- miniature, but definitely a hole-in-one! Wag, Woof, & Walk Our barking good time for dogs and their human families. Small Business Saturday N O V 2 5 There's nowhere better than Cedarburg to support the small business movement! Annual Tree Lighting N O V 2 7 Cedarburg's holiday cheer begins with our tree lighting at City Hall.
Be a tourist in your backyard as we celebrate Cedarburg's unique history. Saturday, May 13 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Throughout Cedarburg As any local knows, Cedarburg is a very special place. Help support our business community as we remind local residents all Cedarburg has to offer. Planned is a self-guided walking "scavenger hunt" tour along the historic district with fun facts on some of Cedarburg's most recognizable buildings, plus chances to win amazing Cedarburg gift baskets, store specials, and a festive, party-like atmosphere! Cedarburg Promoter $250 Help the Chamber promote this fun, family event to local residents! Your business will receive coverage from paid social media posts, plus: logo recognition in a special Rediscover Cedarburg section of the News Graphic, on cedarburg.org, on 500 printed raffle tickets, and at the Visitor Center leading up to the event. Bring in foot traffic if you choose to be a ticket sales location. You will also receive pre-event coverage through press releases and in our e-mail newsletters to members. Cedarburg Explorer $100 Your business will receive name recognition in a special section of the News Graphic devoted entirely to Rediscover Cedarburg and on cedarburg.org, at the Visitor Center leading up to the event, and pre-event coverage through press releases and in our e-mail newsletters to members. REDISCOVER CEDARBURG SPONSORSHIP DEADLINE: FRIDAY, APRIL 14.
Help the Chamber celebrate the Farmers Market's 15th year with our revamped "Market in the Park." Wednesdays from 3-7 p.m. June 21-October 25 Firemen's Park, W65 N796 Washington Ave. The Cedarburg Chamber of Commerce looks forward to a year of growth for the 2017 Farmers Market. Moving to Firemen's Park allows us to include more vendors, food options, and other entertainment possibilities, plus enhance the experience of our attendees with hours beyond the traditional work day. Exclusive Presenting Sponsor-$2500 -Your business logo included on Market in the Park banner as naming sponsor, hung at Firemen's Park throughout the 2017 season (including during non-chamber functions) -Permanent recognition on the Chamber's website event directory and homepage May October -Sponsor recognition on all Farmers Market PR (if confirmed before April 28, 2017) -Frequent recognition in the News Graphic Chamber Chat section -Recognition in print ads, flyers, posters, and on Chamber social media -Repeated recognition in the weekly Chamber ChitChat and monthly ChamberTalk newsletter Market Supporter-$500 (3 available) -Your business logo included on Market in the Park banner hung at Firemen's Park throughout the 2017 season (including during non-chamber functions) -Permanent recognition on Chamber website event directory May October -Sponsor recognition on all Farmers Market PR (if confirmed by April 28, 2017) -Recognition in print ads, flyers, posters, and on Chamber social media FARMERS MARKET SPONSORSHIP DEADLINE: FRIDAY, APRIL 28
Be a part of Cedarburg's most patriotic event, the 4th of July Parade & Hometown Celebration Tuesday, July 4 Parade at 10 a.m. followed by a Celebration at Cedar Creek Park & Fireworks at Dusk As approximately 10,000-15,000 patriotic people gather to attend Cedarburg's 2-hour parade, showcase your business during the parade and throughout the day at our daylong picnic in Cedar Creek Park. We cap off the fun-filled day with a beautiful fireworks display, attended by thousands from Cedarburg and beyond. Presenting Sponsor-$10,000 (one available) Help us make 2017's celebration the best yet! Your business will be promoted on the Chamber website, with signage during the parade and at Cedar Creek Park, on all pre-event publicity (including paid advertising with local news media and your business flying high with a Washington Avenue Banner) in the Chamber newsletters and e-blasts, special announcements before the fireworks to the gathered crowd, in paid advertising with local news media, and social media coverage. Enjoy prime placement for your parade float, 10 reserved parade seats with refreshments under the VIP Tent, and special, reserved seating in Cedar Creek Park for the fireworks. Drum & Bugle Corps Sponsor-$3,000 (2 available) Part of the charm of Cedarburg's 4th of July Parade is its fabulous music! This year, the Chamber plans on three amazing, nationally-known drum & bugle corps to entertain our thousands of revelers. By sponsoring one of them, your business will be showcased ahead of "your" band via a pre-printed banner and announcements, thanked with signage at Cedar Creek Park, and on all pre-event advertising materials, including posters, flyers, and paid local advertising plus social media mentions. You will also receive 6 reserved parade seats with refreshments under the VIP Tent.
Additional 4th of July Opportunities Blue Ribbon Sponsor-$1000 + Support Cedarburg's 4th of July Parade & Hometown Celebration and receive six VIP seats with refreshments during the parade, business announcement during the parade, your business logo on thank you signage in Cedar Creek Park and logo recognition in local print advertising, including posters, flyers, Chamber newsletters, social media, and paid advertisement in the News Graphic. Red Ribbon Sponsor-$500-999 Support Cedarburg's 4th of July Parade & Hometown Celebration and receive four VIP seats with refreshments during the parade, business announcement during the parade, your business logo on thank you signage in Cedar Creek Park and logo recognition in local print advertising, including posters, flyers, Chamber newsletters, social media, and paid advertisement in the News Graphic. Stars & Stripes Sponsor-$250 Support Cedarburg's 4th of July Parade & Hometown Celebration and receive recognition on thank you signage in Cedar Creek Park and in local print advertising, including posters, flyers, Chamber newsletters, social media, and paid advertisement in the News Graphic. The 4th of July Parade & Hometown Celebration is the Chamber's largest annual fundraiser, and costs nearly $30,000 to produce. We truly appreciate your support! 4th OF JULY SPONSORSHIP DEADLINE: FRIDAY, MAY 19
Don't golf? No problem! Join fellow Chamber members for a fun afternoon of miniature golf, games, and business engagement. Thursday, August 10 Baehmann's Golf Center, Cedarburg Who has time to take a day off of work to play 18 holes of golf anymore? Here's a fun chance to showcase your business at a casual networking opportunity for our Chamber members and all of their employees and clients--not just those who golf. We'll still have all of the traditional golf outing offerings: team foursomes, shotgun starts, and great food & drink--the only thing "miniature" is the golf course! Want to play 9 holes? No problem! All sponsorship levels include acknowledgement on the Chamber website, social media coverage, recognition at the event, and the opportunity to include promotional materials at our registration table. Exclusive Presenting Sponsor-$2000 Exclusive naming rights for the event within Chamber guidelines, recognition as naming sponsor on all pre-event press, large customer color banner at event, and signs prominently displayed at the registration table. The Chamber will also promote your business through a sponsored Golf Outing post on our Facebook page for a period of two weeks. You will also receive 6 complimentary entries to the outing for you or your clients. Birdie Sponsor-$500 (3 available) Recognition as naming sponsor on all pre-event press, large customer color banner at event, and signs prominently displayed at the registration table. Your logo will be included on all printed ad material, including flyers and posters. Hole and Yard Game Sponsor-$150 (18+ available) Custom color sign with your company logo displayed on a course hole or yard game. GOLF OUTING SPONSORSHIP DEADLINE FRIDAY, JUNE 16
Showcase your business in front of over 100 dogs (and their human counterparts!) at this "barking" good time! Saturday, September 30, 8:30 a.m. Wag, Woof, & Walk draws pet lovers from our local community to a 1.7 mile walk through our safe and walk-able southern city. Attendees enjoy a "barking lot" complete with vendor tents, food, photo opps, treats, games, and more. Additional fun is planned along the walking route, courtesy of local businesses. Top Dog (1 available) $1500 Exclusive naming rights sponsor, your business logo will be included on all pre-event marketing material including posters, flyers, and on our website. Receive complimentary space in the Barking Lot plus prominent thank you signage at the event, announcement recognition, acknowledgement in the News Graphic both pre and post event coverage, as well as a paid Chamber social media campaign. Your business also receives 10 dog entries into the event. Dog's Best Friend $750 Your business logo will be included on all pre-event marketing material including posters, flyers, and on our website. Receive complimentary space int he Barking Lot plus prominent thank you signage at the event, announcement recognition, acknowledgement in the News Graphic both pre and post event coverage, as well as a paid Chamber social media campaign. Your business also receives 6 dog entries into the event. Canine Companion $350 Be included on all pre-event marketing material including posters, flyers, and on our website. Receive complimentary space int he Barking Lot plus prominent thank you signage at the event, announcement recognition, acknowledgement in the News Graphic both pre and post event coverage. Your business also receives 4 dog entries into the event. Puppy Love $100 Be included on marketing material including posters, flyers, and on our website. Receive complimentary space int he Barking Lot plus prominent thank you signage at the event, announcement recognition, acknowledgement in the News Graphic both pre and post event coverage. Your business also receives 2 dog entries into the event. WAG, WOOF, & WALK SPONSORSHIP DEADLINE: FRIDAY, AUGUST 18
Join the movement! Cedarburg's Small Business Saturday, November 25 The Cedarburg Chamber of Commerce is proud to coordinate local activity for the national American Express campaign, Small Business Saturday. There is nowhere better than Cedarburg to support and celebrate wonderful small businesses! Cedarburg appreciates your support all year long! Exclusive Event Sponsor $1500 (1 available) Your exclusive sponsorship includes a $1,000 local advertising campaign in the News Graphic throughout November, 2017, promoting why shopping locally is important both during the holiday season and throughout the year. Each ad will include your business' logo. To brand the day, local store owners are asked to put their stories on paper--posters where they can each share personal stories and reasons what "shopping small" means to them will be printed with your business' logo. In addition, $500 of your sponsorship will be turned into cold, hard cash for representatives from your business and the Chamber to hand out to unsuspecting shoppers throughout the day. When you support small business, you're supporting a dream. SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY SPONSORSHIP DEADLINE: FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 22
Kick off Cedarburg's holiday season at the Annual Tree Lighting! Monday, November 27 Cedarburg Community Gym & City Hall Lawn Santa Claus himself has promised another year of fun-filled family tradition, activities, treats, music, and more! Join hundreds of families in the time-honored tradition of Cedarburg's Annual Tree Lighting. Your financial contribution supports decking the halls of the Community Center, showcasing area small businesses who provide free make & take crafts to local families, the Cedarburg Junior Women's Club's "Letters to Santa" campaign and a holiday music program featuring the Cedarburg Civic Band and Cedarburg High School choir. Carriage Ride Sponsor $1500 (1 available) Help Santa arrive in style! Mr. Claus will arrive via classic horse & carriage with your financial contribution. Your business' logo will be placed prominently on signage attached to the carriage as well as on all pre-event advertising, event announcements, and with signage at the Community Center. Silver Santas $800 Your sponsorship includes recognition at the event via prominent, pre-printed signage and announcements, table space guaranteed for your business, acknowledgement in Chamber newsletters, on cedarburg.org, social media coverage, and on posters & flyers distributed at local retail outlets. Santa's Shining Stars $350 Santa's Helpers $175 Recognition at the event via pre-printed signage and announcements, acknowledgement via Chamber newsletters, & on social media, and on posters & flyers. Recognition at the event via pre-printed signage and announcements, acknowledgement via Chamber newsletters, & on social media. TREE LIGHTING SPONSORSHIP DEADLINE: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27
I am excited to support the following events in 2017: HOW TO SPONSOR Business Name: Contact Name: Contact E-mail and Phone Number: Rediscover Cedarburg Cedarburg Explorer: Cedarburg Promoter: Cedarburg's Market in the Park Exclusive Sponsorship: Supporter: 4th of July Parade & Hometown Celebration Fireworks: Drum & Bugle Corps: Blue Ribbon: Red Ribbon: Stars & Stripes: Golf Outing Exclusive Presenting Sponsor: Birdie Sponsor: Hole Sponsor: Game Sponsor: Wag, Woof, & Walk Top Dog: Dog's Best Friend: Canine Companion: Puppy Love: Small Business Saturday Annual Tree Lighting Carriage Sponsor: Silver Santa: Santa's Shining Star: Santa's Helper: Please make checks payable to the Cedarburg Chamber of Commerce and mail (with form) to P.O. Box 104, Cedarburg, WI 53012. Or, make your choices and pay online at cedarburg.org. Please contact your Chamber staff for more information: Jennifer Andreas, Executive Director 262.377.5856 or director@cedarburg.org Maggie Dobson, Programs Coordinator 262.377.5856 or maggie@cedarburg.org We appreciate your consideration and accept sponsorship donations at any time. However, to be included on pre-event ad material, please remit your commitment before each individual event deadline.