401 Thatcher Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305 • (708) 366-6660 • rfparks.com

2020 Sponsorship Opportunities

EASTEREGGSTRAVAGANZAThis popular event begins with Breakfast with the Bunny, which includes a pancake breakfast and photos. Then, at 10 AM, the annual Egg Hunt begins in Keystone Park. Children ages 2-10 search for colorful eggs. Those who are lucky enough to find a golden egg will receive a special prize.

400+$500

60

Fast FactsNumber of kids at2019 Egg hunt

Sponsorshop LevelAvailable

Number of 2019 Bunny Breakfast attendeesEvent Date: Saturday, April 4

Support Rec Basketball for the 2021 season with your logo on the back of player t-shirts in the division(s) of your choice.

Sponsorship Deadline: December 18

5208

$250+

Fast FactsRec BasketballPlayers

Weeks of games during the season

Multiple Sponsorship Levels Available (See Sponsorhip Form)

Your Logo:Featured on the website, on all marketing materials regarding Rec Basketball, social media shoutouts, and printed on the backs of all player t-shirts in yourchosen division(s).

Game/Practice Opportunities: Promotional GiveawaysVolunteer Opportunities

Sponsorship Benefits

Your Logo:Featured on website event page, eNewsletter, flyers, and signage at the event

Event Opportunities:Promotional BoothEvent VolunteeringPrize Giveaway

Sponsorship Benefits

For more information, contact Jill Wejman at jwejman@rfparks.com or (708) 366-6660 x106.

Memorial Day Parade

Donuts & DinosaursKids and parents will meet Ranger the T-Rex, search for hidden dinosaur fossils, bounce around in the dinosaur inflatable, and enjoy donuts by Firecakes Donuts.70+

$500

Fast FactsNumber ofexpected attendees

Sponsorshop LevelAvailable

Event Date: Saturday, May 16

Your Logo:Featured in the Fun Guide and Event Flyer, on the Park District website, and eNewsletter

Event Opportunities: Promotional Giveaways and Volunteer Booth

Sponsorship Benefits

Our Memorial Day Parade is an important River Forest tradition that honors local veterans. Beginning with the parade and ending with a ceremony and a free community lunch, this event averages one hundred entries and thousands of spectators. 94

$1500$500

Fast FactsNumber of years the parade has taken place

PremiumSponsorshop Level

Sponsorship Level available

Event Date: Monday, May 25

Premium Sponsor: Your logo featured in the Fun Guide, on the event banner, advertisement, website event page, eNewsletter, and social media posts.

Additional Premium EventOpportunities: Placement in the first 20 places.

Sponsorship Benefits

Sponsor: Your business name featured in the Fun Guide, on the banner, and an advertisement for the parade.

All Sponsors Receive: Parade entry, event volunteering, business name announced at the parade, promotional booth at the picnic.

For more information, contact Jill Wejman at jwejman@rfparks.com or (708) 366-6660 x106.

Parties in the Park

For more information, contact Jill Wejman at jwejman@rfparks.com or (708) 366-6660 x106.

Parties in the Park provide an evening of entertainment for the whole family. Featuring live music, face painting, balloon twisters, refreshments, and more,parties are the perfect way to enjoy a summer evening with your neighbors.

Event Dates:Thursday, June 18 & July 16

Your Logo:Fun guide, website event page, eNewsletter, social media

Event Opportunities: Promotional booth, event volunteer opportunities, and business name announcements

Sponsorship Benefits

The Makin' Tracks 5K is a 3.1 mile race through River Forest that draws hundreds of athletes and spectators. Net proceeds benefit the West Suburban Special Recreation Association.

250$1500

$500

Fast FactsNumber of participants in 2019 race

PremiumSponsorshop Level

SponsorshipLevel

Event Date: Saturday, September 19

Premium Sponsor: Your logo featured on website event page, eNewsletter, Fun Guide, flyers, and social media posts.

Additional Premium EventOpportunities: 10 Race Entries

Sponsorship Benefits

Sponsor: Your business name featured in the Fun Guide and on race flyers.

Additional EventOpportunities: 5 Race Entries

All Sponsors Receive: Your logo featured on the race shirts, event volunteer opportunities, promotional booth, and option to donate items for race bags.

2300+

$1000

Fast FactsNumber of parties your sponsorship covers

Average attendance per party

SponsorshipLevel

Makin’ Tracks

Deck the Depot

Halloween Hoot ‘n Howl

For more information, contact Jill Wejman at jwejman@rfparks.com or (708) 366-6660 x106.

Join the River Forest Park District, Trailside Museum, and River Forest Public Library for an evening of fall family fun. Children 10 and under and their parents are invited to this free event with live music, pumpkin painting, live native animals, bonfire, spooky stories, s’mores and hot chocolate, telescope star viewing, night safari flashlight hike, boo bingo, lantern making & parade, and more. This event is held at Trailside Museum, 738 Thatcher Ave, River Forest.

Event Date: Friday, October 9

Your Logo:Fun guide, website event page, eNewsletter

Event Opportunities: Promotional booth, event volunteer opportunities, and business name announcements

Sponsorship Benefits

300400+$500

Fast FactsPumpkins Painted

Average Number of People Attending

SponsorshipLevel

Celebrate the season with a holiday trolley ride around town, complete with treats and the reading of the Polar Express™ story. At The Depot, enjoy a decadent hot cocoa bar, crafts, and pictures with Santa. This is a resident only event.

200$500

Fast FactsAnticipated Registered Attendees

SponsorshipLevel

Event Date: Saturday, December 5

Sponsorship BenefitsYour Logo Featured:Website event page, eNewsletter, Flyers, Signage at the event

Event Opportunities: Promotional booth, event volunteer opportunities, and business name announcements, prize giveaway

Advertise With Us

For more information, contact Jill Wejman at jwejman@rfparks.com or (708) 366-6660 x106.

Advertise in the River Forest Park District ’s Fun GuideThe River Forest Park District offers four advertising options to promote your business to our community. The Park District Fun Guides are delivered to 4,100 households (12,000 residents) in River Forest, with a median income of over $171,000 per household. Almost 75% of our residents who participate in Park District programs use the Fun Guide as their primary Park District information source. The shelf life of a program brochure ranges between four and five months. To advertise, contact Jill Wejman, Marketing & Communication Supervisor at jwejman@rfparks.com or (708) 366-6660 x106.

Advertising Rates

1. Eighth Page (3.5” x 2.125”) $125 per Fun Guide2. Quarter Page (3.5” x 4.75”) $250 per Fun Guide3. Half Page (7.5” x 4.75”) $500 per Fun Guide4. Full Page (7.5” x 10”) $1000 per Fun Guide

* Ads will be full color.*10% discount when advertising in all three Fun Guides for the year

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2020 Advertising DeadlinesSummer Fun Guide: February 18

Fall Fun Guide: June 12

Winter/Spring Fun Guide: October 9

Sponsorship FormSponsoring events at theRiver Forest Park District will:• Bring awareness to your brand• Grow your visibility through event marketing• Help you give back to the community • Provide the opportunity for you and your employees to participate in fun, community driven events

2020 DeadlinesTo have your logo featured in the seasonal Fun Guide, your sponsorship form and payment must be submitted by the following dates: Summer Edition: March 13Fall Edition: July 10Winter/Spring Edition: November 1

Which event(s) are you interested in sponsoring? Rec Basketball (2021) (choose a league)

Easter Eggstravaganza ($500)

Donuts & Dinosaurs ($500)

Memorial Day Parade Premium ($1500) Sponsor ($500)

Parties in the Park ($1000)

Makin' Track 5K Premium ($1500) Sponsor ($500)

Halloween Hoot 'n Howl ($500)

Deck the Depot ($500)

Name (Please Print):

Your Title:

Business Name:

Will you have a booth at the event? YES NO

What services/products will you be offering at your booth?

Address:

City: State: Zip:

Phone: Email:

Signature Date

Mail this form to: River Forest Park District Attn: Jill Wejman • Sponsorships401 Thatcher Avenue, River Forest, IL 60130

Payment and LogoMake check payable to the River Forest Park District. Email your company logo (.eps or .png preferred) to jwejman@rfparks.com.

Rec Basketball League Pee Wee Division (1st & 2nd Grade)

6 Girls Teams $300

10 Boys Teams $500

Rookie Division (3rd & 4th Grade)

6 Girls Teams $400

10 Boys Teams $500

Junior Division (5th & 6th Grade)

4 Girls Teams $200

8 Boys Teams $400

Senior Division (7th & 8th Grade)

Whole Division 10 teams $500