2016 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES. Event Sponsors! T-Shirt Sponsors! Field Banners! And More! See inside for details.

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1 Event s! T-Shirt s! Field Banners! And More! See inside for details. Ryan Kennedy Kids Day in the Park ship details on page 5. Tons of Trucks Page 4. Opening Day Page 3. Veterans Celebration Page SHIP OPPORTUNITIES CALL (248) or

2 INDEPENDENCE FEST Our day-long July 4th Festival and Fireworks display is a long-standing community tradition $3000 ship Opportunities Be recognized as one of the organizations who have stepped forward to support a long-standing tradition in our community! Your donation will go towards fireworks, shuttle buses and all other costs associated with the Festival and Fireworks. Over 12,500 attendees. DYNAMITE $1750 $1000 CANNON BLAST ROCKET $500 $100 FIRE CRACKER SPARKLER RECOGNITION! Name in the Fall Recreation Guide. l l l l l PARKING! You will receive one parking pass for the Soccer Parking lot at Clintonwood. A close walk to activities! l l l l l Entertainment ship Help bring WYCD or WCSX to the Festival for thousands of people to enjoy. $2500 LEVEL n RADIO! 30-second promotional announcements on the radio. n ANNOUNCEMENTS! On-Site recognition during the program, as well as during the daytime festivities. n ADVERTISING! Name in pre-event information, including flyers & website. You ll also receive a sign to display in your storefront. n PARKING! You will receive 2 VIP Parking passes. n BANNER! Your business name will go on a banner in front of the music stage. n GAMES! Each will receive 4 All You Can Play Wristbands for the Children s Game Area. n LOGO IN PRINT ADS! Your logo will be included in all event promotions! n FREE DISPLAY AREA! Feel free to set-up a display booth at the Festival. s must provide own tents, tables, chairs, etc. n T-SHIRTS! Over 200 staff & volunteers will be wearing an Independence Fest T-Shirt during this event. We will add your logo to the back of our shirts. Each Organization will receive six complimentary shirts. n RESERVED PICNIC AREA! Two picnic tables will be reserved in Clintonwood Park just for your group! n MORE RECOGNITION! After the event, your organization will receive a sponsor plaque. Publication Deadline: March 1 ADVERTISING! Name in pre-event information, including flyers & website. You ll also receive a sign to display in your storefront. GAMES! Each will receive 4 All You Can Play Wristbands for the Children s Game Area. RESERVED PARKING! The first 6 $500 s will receive one Reserved Parking Pass for the Senior Community Center parking lot for an easy-in/easy-out spot during the Fireworks. BANNER! Your business name will go on a banner recognizing s. MORE RECOGNITION! After the event, your organization will receive a sponsor plaque. FREE DISPLAY AREA! Feel free to set-up a display booth at the Fest. s must provide own tents, tables, chairs, etc. LOGO IN PRINT ADS! Your logo will be included in all event promotion! EVEN MORE SIGNAGE! 2x3 signs will be placed along Clintonwood Park s entrance driveway advertising your support, where thousands of people drive by into the event. BIGGER BANNERS! Rocket s will receive their own 3 x6 Color Banner hung along the Soccer Fields all day during the Festival and Fireworks, as well as recognition on the entertainment stages. RESERVED PARKING! Each Corporate will receive four Reserved VIP Parking Passes for the Senior Center Parking Lot for an easy-in/easy-out spot during the Fireworks. RESERVED PICNIC AREA! Two picnic tables will be reserved in Clintonwood Park just for your group! T-SHIRTS! Over 200 staff & volunteers will be wearing an Independence Fest T-Shirt during this event. We will add your logo to the back of our shirts. Each organization will receive six complimentary shirts. EVEN MORE ADVERTISING! Free 1/4 page ad in our Fall Recreation Guide that acknowledges your business as a sponsor. Publication Deadline: June 1 l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l 2

3 Youth Baseball & Softball A Youth Baseball and Softball sponsorship ensures that this program remains affordable for everyone while offering a quality experience. Your partnership will give you exposure to thousands of people and is easier than ever! Just provide a logo and sponsorship fee and we do the rest! Annually 80+ teams with players total. Team ships $375 MAJOR LEAGUE OPENING DAY JOIN US WITH A TABLE HIGHLIGHTING YOUR BUSINESS. Participating in our Opening Day festivities (June 4, 2016) is a perfect chance to interact with players, coaches and parents! n Your company is the sole sponsor for that team! n Company logo on front center of two-button style shirt. n You pick the colors of your team! n Provides shirt, hat, pants & socks for each player. n Company name (or whatever name you decide on) is the team name! Therefore, the company name will be on schedules and other publications involving your team s league. n Your name listed in our Fall Recreation Guide mailed out to 20,000 households. n Prior to the season, you will receive your team s schedule and an invitation to the Opening Day Ceremonies. n You will also receive a sponsor award plaque after the season concludes. YOUTH ATHLETICS $275 MINOR LEAGUE n Same recognition as Major League except uniforms consist of T-shirts rather than two-button shirts and do not include socks or pants $200 LITTLE SLUGGERS This league is for the younger kids and is an introduction to baseball instructional league. It runs approximately six weeks. n Same recognition as Major League except uniforms consist of T-shirts rather than two-button shirts and do not include socks or pants. Publication Deadline: March 1 (ships accepted after this date, but may be too late for all publications.) Field Banner ship Would you like to see your company s name or logo displayed on one of our ball field fences? Clintonwood Park hosts many sports leagues, events, tournaments and a wide variety of outdoor activities throughout the year including: Youth Baseball and Softball, Youth Soccer and much more! $500 LEVEL (Only $350 if also sponsoring a team.) n 3 x 6 full color banner with company logo displayed on ball field fence at Clintonwood Park. n Banner is displayed from April 1 October 31, giving your company exposure to thousands of people. n Company name printed in our Fall Recreation Guide mailed out to 20,000 households. n Quick and easy process for you! Return sponsor form, along with your logo and fee. We handle the rest, including printing and displaying. Publication Deadline: March 1 (Banner sponsorships accepted after this date but may miss part/all of season.) SPECIAL! ALL 2016 YOUTH BASEBALL/SOFTBALL TEAM S RECEIVE $150 OFF A FIELD BANNER PURCHASE 3

4 SPECIAL EVENTS All special event sponsors receive recognition on pre-event marketing materials, including: posters, flyers, postcards, programs and social media. (Must meet event deadline.) Tons of Trucks 2nd Saturday of August Youth Publication Deadline: July 6 $1000 TRAIN RIDE Exclusive sponsorship ensures train rides will be at Tons of Trucks! n Recognition on a large sign at the event and at the entrance of Train Ride. n Plus, everything listed for the Wagon Ride sponsor below. $500 ARTS & SCRAPS Bring the Arts & Scraps Activity Truck to Tons of Trucks! n Logo on sign welcoming people to the event. n Recognition as at truck location n Recognition during the event. n Recognition in the Fall Recreation Guide that is mailed to over 20,000 households. $400 MUSIC Be the exclusive sponsor to bring music and a DJ to Tons of Trucks! n Recognition during the event n Recognition in the Fall Recreation Guide that is mailed to over 20,000 households $350 WAGON RIDES Ensure FREE wagon rides to all Tons of Trucks participants. n Recognition on signage at the Wagon Ride Entrance n Recognition during the event n Recognition in the Fall Recreation Guide that is mailed to over 20,000 households $300 LUNCH Be the exclusive sponsor to provide lunch to all the truck owners and drivers who ve brought their displays out. n Recognition as the Lunch when lunch is delivered. n Recognition before the event, in the confirmation letter to participants. n Recognition during the event. n Recognition in the Fall Recreation Guide that is mailed to over 20,000 households. $200 BIG RIG n Recognition during the event n Recognition in the Fall Recreation Guide that is mailed to over 20,000 households $100 BOB THE BUILDER Be the exclusive sponsor to bring Bob the Builder to Tons of Trucks! n Recognition in the Fall Recreation Guide that is mailed to over 20,000 households Turkey Shoot Basketball free throw competition for ages 8 through adult. Winner in each age division receives a frozen turkey! Tuesday before Thanksgiving Publication Deadline: October 15 $200 TOP TURKEY LEVEL n Invitation to have display table at event and provide handout for Gift Bags n Donor recognition on a large sign on-site n Recognition at event and in the Winter/ Spring Recreation Guide mailed to 20,000 residents $100 NOTHING BUT NET LEVEL n Invitation to provide handout for Gift Bags n Donor recognition on a large sign on-site n Recognition at event and in the Winter/ Spring Recreation Guide mailed to 20,000 residents $50 STRUT YOUR STUFF LEVEL n Donor recognition on a large sign onsite n Recognition at event and in the Winter/ Spring Recreation Guide mailed to 20,000 residents IN KIND n Turkeys, Refreshments, giveaways for gift bags, volunteers to work the event Splash into Summer Beach Party Free day at Deer Lake Beach to celebrate the beginning of summer vacation! 150+ Kids. Publication Deadline: May 1 $500 BOUNCER n Bouncer House available to all kids attending. n Recognition in next year s Aquatics Guide n Logo on Flyer n Donor recognition on a large sign on-site and the Fall Recreation Guide mailed to 20,000 households. $300 MUSIC Live Music Entertainment n Logo on flyer n Donor recognition on a sign on-site and the Fall Recreation Guide mailed to 20,000 households. $100 PRIZE n Prizes that will be given away for the Sand Castle Contest n Donor recognition on a sign on-site and the Fall Recreation Guide mailed to 20,000 households. Deadline: May 1, 2016 IN KIND n Help out with other expenses such as food costs, prizes or decorations. Donor recognition will be customized to fit the donation. 4

5 The Ryan Kennedy Kids Day in the Park May 7, th Annual. Free! kids and adults. Publication Deadline: April 1 $700 PETTING ZOO n Large sign naming you (with Business logo) sponsor of the petting zoo. n Your business logo will also be on the event banner welcoming everyone to the event. Exclusive to one sponsor. $500 ENTERTAINMENT the music, a puppet show, magic show, kite kits or provide prizes given away for competitions such as hula hoops, bubble blowing, etc. Your choice! Exclusive to one sponsor per show. n Sign naming you exclusive sponsor of the area of your choice. n Donor recognition on a banner on-site n Recognition in the next Recreation Guide mailed to 20,000 households. n Recognition on all pre-event marketing materials. $200 PLAY LEVEL SHIP n Logo Recognition on pre-event marketing. $100 LEVEL n Donor name recognition on a banner on-site n Name recognition in the next Recreation Guide mailed to 20,000 households. Businesses and organizations are also needed to bring an activity. You will be given recognition on flyers, Facebook, the event program and any other promotional material/advertising. Holiday Lights Night 2nd Saturday in December. Free! attendees. Publication Deadline: November 1 $750 REINDEER n Donor recognition at the entertainment site n Donor recognition on a large sign on-site n Recognition in event program and in all 3 Recreation Guides mailed to 20,000 residents $500 SHINING STAR LEVEL n Sole sponsorship of an entertainment area of your choice (ie, cookies, music, Santa), including donor recognition at the entertainment site n Donor recognition on a large sign on-site n Recognition in all 3 Recreation Guides mailed to 20,000 residents The Friendly Forest 3rd Saturday of October youth tickets sold every year, attending with parents, grandparents and friends! Publication Deadline September 10 $600 EXCLUSIVE MAZE Ensure a thrilling maze to all Friendly Forest participants. n Receive recognition on event flyer, in Recreation Guide, on event banner, onsite at the maze entrance. $500 EXCLUSIVE WAGON RIDES Ensure FREE wagon rides to all Friendly Forest participants. n Receive recognition on event flyer, in Recreation Guide, on event banner, onsite at the wagon ride entrance. $200 ANGEL LEVEL n Donor recognition on a large sign on-site n Recognition in event program and the Winter/Spring Recreation Guide mailed to 20,000 residents $100 SILVER BELL LEVEL n Donor recognition on a large sign on-site n Recognition in event program and the Winter/Spring Recreation Guide mailed to 20,000 residents In-kind donations needed: Popcorn, Coffee, Hot Cocoa, Hot Dogs, Buns, Condiments, Candy Canes, Cookies, Decorations, Craft Supplies. $500 EXCLUSIVE CIDER/JUICE & DONUTS Ensure FREE snack to all Friendly Forest participants. n Receive recognition on event flyer, in Recreation Guide, on event banner, onsite at the food service table. $400 EXCLUSIVE CRAFT Ensure FREE craft to all Friendly Forest participants. n Receive recognition on event flyer, in Recreation Guide, on event banner, onsite at the craft station. $200 STATION n Receive recognition on event flyer, in Recreation Guide, on event banner, and Logo on sign at each station sponsored. $100 FOREST n Recognition on event flyer, in Recreation Guide. Summer Camp T-Shirt 500+ kids. 9 weeks of summer. Publication Deadline: May 1 $500 PLATINUM LEVEL n Donor recognition on back of camper t-shirt (x-large font with logo) n Donor recognition in the Fall Recreation Guide mailed to 20,000 households. $250 GOLD LEVEL n Letter of appreciation and donor recognition on back of camper t-shirt (large font with logo) n Donor recognition in the Fall Recreation Guide mailed to 20,000 households. $125 SILVER LEVEL n Donor recognition on back of camper t-shirt (medium font no logo) n Donor recognition in the Fall Recreation Guide mailed to 20,000 households. Got Camp T-Shirt Publication Deadline: May 1 $500 LEVEL Supplies each of our Day Camp Staff with a matching shirt to wear advertising our love for camp! n Your LOGO on the back of the shirt, GOT CAMP? on the front. Recognition in the Recreation Guide which is mailed to over 20,000 homes. Social Media Promotion. 5

6 TR Therapeutic Recreation for persons with cognitive disabilities, with or without physical impairment. TR Buddy Soccer Buddy Soccer is a non-competitive recreational league for boys and girls with special needs ages Each player will be paired with a buddy to assist the player as needed. Two teams are anticipated for this league. $200 LEVEL n Logo printed on the front of team shirt. n Receive recognition in our Summer Recreation Guide that gets mailed to over 20,000 households. n Picture plaque for display in your business n Name in our TR Newsletter which reaches 150 families TR Buddy Basketball Buddy Basketball is a non-competitive recreational league for boys and girls with special needs ages Each player will be paired with a buddy to assist the player as needed. Two teams are anticipated for this league. $200 LEVEL n Logo printed on the front of team shirt. n Receive recognition in our Summer Recreation Guide that gets mailed to over 20,000 households. n Picture plaque for display in your business n Name in our TR Newsletter which reaches 150 families TR Buddy Baseball Buddy Baseball is a non-competitive recreational league for boys and girls with special needs ages Each player will be paired with a buddy to assist the player as needed. Two teams are anticipated for this league. $200 LEVEL n Logo printed on the front of team shirt. n Receive recognition in our Fall Recreation Guide that gets mailed to over 20,000 households. n Picture plaque for display in your business n Name in our TR Newsletter which reaches 150 families Publication Deadline for sponsors is March 1. TR Travel Softball (14 & Up) This travel softball leagues is a non-competitive recreational league for those teens and adults with special needs and cognitive disabilities, with or without physical impairment. Two teams are anticipated for this league. $200 LEVEL n Logo printed on the front of team shirt n Receive recognition in our Fall Recreation Guide that gets mailed to over 20,000 households. n Picture plaque for display in your business n Name in our TR Newsletter which reaches 150 families Publication Deadline for sponsors is March 1. Field Banner ship Would you like to see your company s name or logo displayed on one of our ball field fences? Clintonwood Park hosts many sports leagues, events, tournaments and a wide variety of outdoor activities throughout the year including: Youth Baseball and Softball, Youth Soccer and much more! $500 LEVEL (Only $350 if also sponsoring a team.) n 3 x 6 full color banner with company logo displayed on ball field fence at Clintonwood Park. n Banner is displayed from April 1 October 31, giving your company exposure to thousands of people. n Company name printed in our Fall Recreation Guide mailed out to 20,000 households. n Quick and easy process for you! Return sponsor form, along with your logo and fee. We handle the rest, including printing and displaying. Publication Deadline: March 1 (Banner sponsorships accepted after this but date may miss part/all of season.) Gift Certificate Donations From September to May, monthly TR programs and special events offer nonathletic recreational opportunities for those ages 14 and up. These programs include TR Pizza & Movie Nights, TR Bingo Nights, various field trips and other events. Gift certificate donations in lieu of monetary donations would be greatly appreciated! These certificates would be used as prizes for participants, supplies for programs and more. Each and every donation will be recognized when used at the program in our monthly newsletter and in our next Recreation Guide which is mailed out to over 20,000 homes. Please contact, Danielle Wescott, TR Coordinator, at (248) or at dwescott@indetwp.com regarding your gift certificate donation. TR It s On Us Event ship $100 registers the first 10 adults (ages 14+) to participate in one of our monthly TR Bingo Nights or a TR Friday Pizza & Movie Nights. which includes salad, pizza, popcorn, desserts and beverages while enjoying a favorite flick with friends. Publication Deadline for sponsors is the 15th of the previous month you want to sponsor. $100 LEVEL Pizza & Movie Night: n Receive recognition in our next Recreation Guide n Opportunity to have a table at the event n Social media appreciation the month of the event n Recognition in the TR Newsletter that reaches 150 families. TR Community Garden Plots We will be using a Share Garden Plot at the community garden as a group activity. We need your sponsorship to help with supplies and equipment. $100 LEVEL n Receive a delivery of fresh vegetables after our harvest. $50 LEVEL n Receive recognition in our Summer Recreation Guide that gets mailed to over 20,000 households. n Name in our TR Newsletter which reaches 150 families. n Social Media appreciation May-October. Publication Deadline for sponsors is May 15. 6

7 Independence Township Senior Community Center SENIOR ADULTS The Independence Township Senior Community Center is located in Clintonwood Park in Clarkston. The Center offers discounted recreation and wellness programs, drop-in activities, trips and services for adults aged 50+. The programs take place in the Community Center, the Carriage House, and numerous sites throughout the community. For more information, call the center at (248) or visit Senior/Disabled Adult Transportation This program serves seniors over 55 and disabled adults over 18 who reside in the Independence Township, Village of Clarkston, or Springfield Township. We provide rides to medical locations, grocery stores, beauty shops and other appointments. In 2015 we provided service to over 6000 clients (many of them are repeat riders) and drove over 60,000 miles. Bucks for Buses Bucks for Buses is the premier fundraiser for our transportation program. Our sponsorships enable us to continue to provide this very important service in our community. Event date: September 21, $2000 ELITE LEVEL n Signage in each senior vehicle for one year n Four tickets for the Bucks for Buses Event n Business card ad listed for 6 issues (one year) in the bi-monthly Senior Connection Newsletter which is mailed out to over 800 members n Quarter page full color ad in the next issue of the Recreation Guide that goes out to all Independence Township Residents $1000 PLATINUM LEVEL n Promotion on social media about your business supporting our event. n Two tickets for the Bucks for Buses Event n Display table at event n Business card ad listed for 3 issues (six months) in the bi-monthly Senior Connection Newsletter which is mailed out to over 800 members n Business Logo on all event marketing materials: Poster, flyer, postcards, program etc. and at the event. $750 GOLD LEVEL n One ticket for the Bucks for Buses Event $500 SILVER LEVEL n Business Logo in the bi-monthly Senior Connection Newsletter which is mailed out to over 800 members $250 BRONZE LEVEL n Ability to share literature at the event $100 EVENT SUPPORT n Business Name in the bi-monthly Senior Connection Newsletter which is mailed out to over 800 members n Business Name in the next issue of the Recreation Guide that goes out to all Independence Township Residents n Recognition on all event marketing materials: Poster, flyer, postcards,program etc. and at the event. Discounted recreation, wellness programs, drop-in activities, athletics, trips and services for seniors. 7

8 The senior population is the fastest growing demographic in Independence Township. Special Events: The Senior Community Center celebrates several large special events throughout the year. These events are well attended and are usually held in honor of certain groups. In-kind donations in lieu of monetary donations will be accepted. These donations could include gift certificates, raffle and door prizes or in-kind space to hold the event. Please contact Amy Laboissonniere at or regarding your in-kind donation. Veterans Luncheon Week of Veterans Day, Thursday, November 10 Once a year in the fall we honor our veterans with a special lunch at no charge to them. Over 100 veterans attend from the community. This event includes displays, speaker and entertainment. Choose a program to sponsor that fits your business plan and help us reach more Seniors! $750 GOLD LEVEL n Provides meals for veterans n Ability to address the crowd at the event n Business Logo on all event marketing materials: Poster, flyer, postcards, program etc. and at the event. $500 SILVER LEVEL n Business Logo in one issue of the bi-monthly Senior Connection Newsletter which is mailed out to over 800 members $250 BRONZE LEVEL n Ability to share literature at the event $100 EVENT SUPPORT n Business Name in one issue of the bi-monthly Senior Connection Newsletter which is mailed out to over 800 members n Business Name in the next issue of the Recreation Guide that goes out to all Independence Township Residents n Recognition on all event marketing materials: Poster, flyer, postcards,program etc. and at the event. Volunteer Appreciation Party Friday, April 22, 2016 This event honors over 150 volunteers of all ages who serve the center and community by helping with AARP Taxes, administrative and office work, Athletics, Gardens, Meals on Wheels, Nutrition and Programs and Activities. Our Program and Activity Volunteers lead many of our programs such as Genealogy, Pickleball, Card Groups, Travel Escorts and many other programs. Our FRIENDS group is a non profit organization that raises money for the center and provide support. ship dollars fund volunteer meals, recognition certificates, entertainment and prizes. $750 GOLD LEVEL (Limited to one sponsor) n Display table at event n Business card ad listed for 3 issues (six months) in the bi-monthly Senior Connection Newsletter which is mailed out to over 800 members $500 SILVER LEVEL n Business Logo in one issue of the bi-monthly Senior Connection Newsletter which is mailed out to over 800 members $250 BRONZE LEVEL n Ability to share literature at the event $100 EVENT SUPPORT n Business Name in one issue the bi-monthly Senior Connection Newsletter which is mailed out to over 800 members n Business Name in the next issue of the Recreation Guide that goes out to all Independence Township Residents n Recognition on all event marketing materials: Poster, flyer, postcards,program etc. and at the event. 8

9 Independence Fest Veterans Celebration Monday, July 4, 2016 This event is held in conjunction with Independence Township Parks Recreation & Seniors Department Independence Fest held on the Fourth of July each year. The Senior Community Center will host this special event to honor all of the community s veterans who have served in war and peace time. This celebration includes a Military Museum, patriotic entertainment, an outdoor presentation and a meet and greet of the veterans. The Independence Fest draws over 15,000 people each year. $1000 PLATINUM LEVEL n Promotion on social media about your business supporting our event. n VIP Parking pass $750 GOLD LEVEL n Display table at event n Business card ad listed for 3 issues (six months) in the bi-monthly Senior Connection Newsletter which is mailed out to over 800 members $500 SILVER LEVEL n Business Logo in one issue of the bi-monthly Senior Connection Newsletter which is mailed out to over 800 members $250 BRONZE LEVEL n Ability to share literature at the event $100 EVENT SUPPORT n Business Name in one issue of the bi-monthly Senior Connection Newsletter which is mailed out to over 800 members n Business Name in the next issue of the Recreation Guide that goes out to all Independence Township Residents n Recognition on all event marketing materials: Poster, flyer, postcards,program etc. and at the event. Holiday Parties and Events The Center provides theme based parties to celebrate the events listed below. Your sponsorship helps us provide entertainment, and prizes for these events. Thanksgiving Party Christmas Party Valentine s Day Party St. Patrick s Day Party Mothers Day Party Fathers Day Party Halloween Party $500 HOLIDAY AMBASSADOR LEVEL Provide additional entertainment, food or event surprises for our seniors. n Business Logo in one issue of the bi-monthly Senior Connection Newsletter which is mailed out to over 800 members $250 ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL Provide entertainment for the holiday celebration of your choice. n Ability to share literature at the event $100 PRIZES LEVEL Provide prizes for contests that are run during the holiday celebration of your choice. n Business Name in one issue of the bi-monthly Senior Connection Newsletter which is mailed out to over 800 members n Business Name in the next issue of the Recreation Guide that goes out to all Independence Township Residents n Recognition on all event marketing materials: Poster, flyer, postcards,program etc. and at the event. Save the Date Relay For Life of Clarkston Saturday, May 14, pm 12am Clintonwood Park Contact Amy L for details, to join the planning committee or get sponsorship information! 9

10 COMMUNITY BUILDER Support our Community Builder Recognition Program for Part Time and Seasonal Staff Even though we try our hardest, it is often difficult to recognize those who help us do the day to day business of making connections and building community in our area. You can help us recognize those that are sometimes under appreciated by participating in our new recognition program. To show our appreciation we would like to offer our outstanding staff some extra perks. These are people who deliver outstanding customer service, attend all trainings and spend extra time going above and beyond the call of duty. You can help us reinforce the accolades by donating a gift card or cards from your business. $250+ LEVEL Community Builder Recognition Program Each year, we hire over 180 seasonal employees, from Day Camp Counselors, Park Rangers, Lifeguards, Ball Crew, Game Officials to name a few. We hope that you will consider participating in this wonderful new program that helps us create community and make Independence Township a premier place to work and live! Thank you for your consideration! Questions, please call Amy at (248) If the value of the donation is $250 or more: n Recognition in the Summer and Fall Recreation Guides which goes to over to 20,000 households n Recognition in the 2016 ship Guide n Recognition in our staff handbooks, issued to over 150 people n Your logo will appear on the Community Builder Recognition Field Banner displayed at Clintonwood Park for thousands to see! UNDER $250 LEVEL If the value of the donation is under $250: n Recognition in the Summer Recreation Guide n Recognition in our staff handbooks, issued to over 150 people n Your business name will appear on the Community Builder Recognition Field Banner Publication Deadline: March 1 CLARKSTON COMMUNITY GARDEN Feed Your Neighbor We are dozens of local families and hundreds of volunteers who work together to produce organically grown food for ourselves and those in need in our community. On any given day on the farm, we may plant, water, weed, cultivate, fertilize, or fend off critters. Last year we harvested, washed, packed, and delivered almost 10,000 pounds of produce to local food banks! We talk together, work together, and learn together. Other sponsorships available for dinner fundraiser in October. Contact our office for details. $2500 BARN LEVEL SPECIAL PROJECT n ship of a special project (construction of a stage/educational area, pergola, perennial garden, or shelter) grants a plaque for display in the office or business as well as sole recognition on the structure itself. $1000 PLOW LEVEL n s receive four reusable shopping bags n Plaque for display in their office or business. $500 SHOVEL LEVEL n s receive four reusable shopping bags n Certificate of Recognition $200 TROWEL LEVEL n s receive a reusable garden bag 10

11 SHIP FORM INDEPENDENCE FEST o $3000 Dynamite o $2500 Entertainment o $1750 Cannon Blast o $1000 Rocket o $500 Fire Cracker o $100 Sparkler YOUTH BASEBALL & SOFTBALL Team ships o $375 Major League o $275 Minor League o $200 Little Sluggers Field Banner ship o $500 o ($350 special with team sponsorship) COMMUNITY BUILDER RECOGNITION PROGRAM o Over $250: $ o Under $250: $ CLARKSTON COMMUNITY GARDEN o $2500 Barn Special Project o $1000 Plow o $500 Shovel o $200 Trowel SPECIAL EVENTS Tons of Trucks o $1000 Train Ride o $500 Arts & Scraps o $400 Music o $350 Wagon Rides o $300 Lunch o $200 Big Rig o $100 Bob the Builder The Friendly Forest o $600 Exclusive Maze o $500 Exclusive Wagon Rides o $500 Exclusive Cider/Juice & Donuts o $400 Exclusive Craft o $200 Station o $100 Forest Turkey Shoot o $200 Top Turkey o $100 Nothing But Net o $50 Strut Your Stuff o Contact me regarding In- Kind opportunities Holiday Lights Night o $750 Reindeer o $500 Shining Star o $200 Angel o $100 Silver Bell Splash into Summer Beach Party o $500 Bouncer o $300 Music o $100 Prize o Contact me regarding In-Kind opportunities The Ryan Kennedy Kids Day in the Park o $700 Petting Zoo o $500 Entertainment o $200 Play ship o $100 Summer Camp T-Shirt o $500 Platinum o $250 Gold o $125 Silver Got Camp T-Shirt o $500 THERAPEUTIC RECREATION TR Buddy Soccer o $200 TR Buddy Basketball o $200 TR Buddy Baseball o $200 TR Travel Softball (14 & Up) o $200 TR It s On Us Event ship o $100 TR Community Garden Plots o $100 o $50 SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER EVENTS Bucks for Buses o $2000 Elite o $1000 Platinum o $750 Gold o $500 Silver o $250 Bronze o $100 Event Support Veterans Luncheon o $750 Gold o $500 Silver o $250 Bronze o $100 Event Support Volunteer Appreciation Party o $750 Gold (Limited to one sponsor) o $500 Silver o $250 Bronze o $100 Event Support Independence Fest Veterans Celebration o $1000 Platinum o $750 Gold o $500 Silver o $250 Bronze o $100 Event Support Thanksgiving Party o $250 Entertainment o $100 Prizes Christmas Party o $250 Entertainment o $100 Prizes Valentine s Day Party o $250 Entertainment o $100 Prizes St. Patrick s Day Party o $250 Entertainment o $100 Prizes Mothers Day Party o $250 Entertainment o $100 Prizes Fathers Day Party o $250 Entertainment o $100 Prizes Halloween Party o $250 Entertainment o $100 Prizes o I would like to sponsor the program checked above in the amount indicated. Please contact me to verify my contribution. AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE CONTACT: BUSINESS NAME: DATE PAYMENT: INVOICES WILL BE GENERATED UPON CONFIRMATION OF SHIP. ADDRESS: CITY: STATE: ZIP: PHONE #: Return completed form to: Independence Township Parks, Recreation & Seniors 6483 Waldon Center Drive, Clarkston, MI ATTN: Amy Laboissonniere Fax: Phone: AmyL@indetwp.com 11

12 Superstars Please join us in thanking the following businesses, our Superstars, who gave generously in 2015 to one or a combination of several programs. American Legion Auxiliary Unit #63 Amy Peterson Photography Bishop International Airport Bright Side Dental Castlewood Custom Homes Inc. Cedar Lodge #60, Clarkston Masons Christensen Disposal Clarkston Internal Medicine Clarkston Medical Group The Clarkston News Coats Funeral Home Edward Jones, Scott Hazelton Edward Jones, Jim Wilhelm Everest Academy Genisys Credit Union Goldfish Swim School Clarkston Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home Lockwood of Waterford McLaren Healthcare Munk & Associates Orthodontics, PLLC CALL Reserve your sponsorship today by calling Independence Township Parks, Recreation & Seniors. Or complete the attached form and fax back to Neiman s Family Market Smith s Disposal, Inc. Sportsmen s Great Northern Grill Susan s Hallmark The Dance Place Ltd Waterfall Jewelers 2016 Advertising Opportunities REGISTER ONLINE Independence Township Parks, Recreation & Seniors RECREATION GUIDE Plan Now for Summer! WINTER/SPRING 2016 Ice Skating at Bay Court Park Hours & Information Page 4 Recreation Guide Advertising l Sneak peek at our popular (and sell out) Summer Day Camp & CIT programs! Planning a graduation or party in 2016? Book one year in advance! FREE SIMPLIFY! WE RE SIMPLIFYING YOUR REGISTRATION EXPERIENCE. Youth Soccer (Spring and Fall) and Youth Baseball/Softball registration now available at the same time! Starting January 7. See page 15 for details. RATES: SIZE: WIDTH/HEIGHT COST Full Page 7-1/2 x 10-1/2 $750 Half Page 7-1/2 x 5 $450 Quarter Page 3-3/8 x 5 $275 There is a 10% discount for 3 pre-paid ads in calendar year. Want to increase your presence in Independence Township? The Independence Township Recreation Guide is mailed to approximately 20,000* homes three times a year, plus posted online. The Guide is a flip style with Clarkston Community Education information as well. Limited ad space will appear in each publication. Ads are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Recreation Guide is professionally designed and published. All advertisers receive one proof before going to print. All ads are full color on glossy paper. Great exposure for any company in the recreation business! DEADLINES: February 14, 2016 For Summer 2016 June 15, 2016 For Fall 2016 October 31, 2016 For Winter/Spring 2017 Senior Community Center Newsletter Advertising The Senior Connection newsletter is available for advertising. It is published 6 times a year and professionally designed and printed in black and white on colored paper. We mail out over 800 copies of the Senior Connection to our members and other agencies bimonthly. The newsletter is also available on the Independence Township Website for free. NEWSLETTER ADVERTISING 1 ISSUE 6 ISSUES SAVINGS Business Card Ad $35 $175 $35 ¼ Page Ad $65 $350 $40 ½ Page Ad $125 $700 $50 Full Page Ad $250 $1,300 $200 To advertise, please contact the Senior Community Center at: (248) Contact Main Office for advertising requirements and policies or download online at under Forms and Flyers. (248) *Quantity based on current resident counts within the Township. Visit our website to see a sample of our latest Recreation Guide: (248)