The Valparaiso Parks Department is committed to being the leading partner in preserving, developing and promoting Valparaiso s unique quality of life. 6,000+ children participate in youth programs 4,500+ adults participate in our adult programs Thousands of families participate in our special events 18 miles of pathways for walking, running and biking 700 acres of park properties and open spaces 18 city parks with 14 playgrounds The Valpo Parks Foundation is a nonprofit organization that supports the Valpo Parks system of facilities and programs through public and private partnerships. It is the Foundation s mission to provide a unique way for supporting and continuing the legacy of high quality Park experiences. Central Park Plaza Foundation Meadows Service Memorial Butterfly Meadows and Caterpillar Crossing Tower Park Renovation ValPlayso: The Next Generation! Inspiring generations to connect with our Parks: Together, the Valpo Parks Foundation and the Valpo Parks Department work to develop a park system that provides a robust variety of healthy lifestyle choices for the residents of our community. The success of the Valpo Parks has been made possible by a rich history of public and private partnerships that provide park land and recreational opportunities for all ages. With your support, we continue to ensure that our community is a great place to live, work and play. You are our future: Thousands of volunteers annually contribute countless hours to support our facilities and programs. In addition, private funding sources are responsible for helping offset the costs of many of the projects. Economically and environmentally, our dynamic park system provides residents with a unique quality of life, makes Valparaiso attractive and welcoming, increases real estate values, and attracts investment and tourist dollars from outside the community. Thank you for supporting Valpo Parks!
2017 Advertising Opportunities Fairgrounds Park (Adult Sports) Sign Size 1-Year 3-Year Contract Field 1 * $500 $1,200 Field 2 * $500 $1,200 Field 3 * $500 $1,200 Field 4 * $500 $1,200 Electronic Softball Scoreboard 1 24 x 14 $750 $1,800 Electronic Softball Scoreboard 2 24 x 14 $750 $1,800 Electronic Softball Scoreboard 3 24 x 14 $750 $1,800 Electronic Softball Scoreboard 4 24 x 14 $750 $1,800 Electronic Soccer Scoreboard 24 x 10 $650 $1,500 Youth Sports Fields Sign Size 1-Year 3-Year Contract Westside Park / North Field 4 x 4 $325 $750 Westside Park / South Field 4 x 4 $325 $750 Bicentennial Park 4 x 4 $325 $750 Kirchhoff Park 4 x 4 $325 $750 Digital Message Board Months 1-Year 3-Year Contract Indiana Beverage Activity Center @ Central Park Plaza Nov thru Mar Forest Park Golf Course Clubhouse Apr thru Oct $1,200 $3,200 *Field sign will be 3 x6 or 4 x 4 depending upon sponsor logo See back for more details
Field Participation Age Group Season Field / Facility Participation Boys & Girls Soccer 3 thru 14 Spring Westside 700+ Boys & Girls Soccer 3 thru 14 Fall Westside 500+ Girls Softball 9 thru 16 Spring Bicentennial 80+ Girls Softball 7 thru 12 Fall Bicentennial 80+ Boys Rookie Baseball 7 & 8 Spring/Summer Westside 100+ Boys Minor League 9 & 10 Spring/Summer Westside 75+ Boys Cal Ripken Major League 11 & 12 Spring /Summer Kirchhoff 100+ Boys Baseball 7 thru 12 Fall Westside/Kirchhoff 100+ Fairgrounds Park Notes Annual adult sports participation 735+ Average daily track walkers and runners 500+ Average annual visitors 100,000+ Digital Message Board Notes 50-inch TV monitor will display your company logo above concession areas at Forest Park Golf Course and Indiana Beverage Activity Center Sponsor logo will appear on full screen for 10 seconds every few minutes Approximate annual foot traffic at Forest Park Golf Course 25,000 people Approximate annual foot traffic at Indiana Beverage Activity Center 50,000 people Limited to 4 sponsors on a first-come first-serve basis
2017 Youth Sports Sponsorships Team Sponsorship Levels $3,500 $2,500 $1,500 $600 Bronze $250 24 Teams 16 Teams 8 Teams 3 Teams 1 Team Company logo on team t-shirts Field Signs 3 2 1 Listing in Annual Report and on Department Website Recognition Piece Field Sign Advertising Opportunities Park / Field Sign Size 1-Year 3-Years Tower Park 3 x 6 $325 $750 Westside Park / North Field 4 x 4 $325 $750 Westside Park / South Field 4 x 4 $325 $750 Bicentennial Park 4 x 4 $325 $750 Kirchhoff Park 4 x 4 $325 $750
Approximate Number of Teams by Sport Sport Age Group Season Field / Facility # of Teams Boys & Girls Soccer 3 thru 14 Spring Westside 58 Boys & Girls Soccer 3 thru 14 Fall Westside 50 Boys & Girls T-Ball 3 thru 6 Summer ValPlayso 12 Girls Softball 5 thru 8 Spring Tower 6 Girls Softball 9 thru 16 Spring Bicentennial 6 Girls Softball 7 thru 12 Fall Bicentennial 6 Boys Rookie Baseball 7 & 8 Spring/Summer Westside 8 Boys Minor League 9 & 10 Spring/Summer Westside 6 Boys Cal Ripken Major League 11 & 12 Spring /Summer Kirchhoff 5 Boys Baseball 7 thru 12 Fall Westside/Kirchhoff 14 Boys & Girls Volleyball Grades 1 thru 6 Winter Valpo Family YMCA 12 Boys & Girls Track & Field 4 thru 12 Summer Valparaiso High School 10 Boys & Girls Cross Country 4 thru 12 Fall Rogers-Lakewood 4
2017 Exclusive Sponsorships Adult Sports Championship Tournament $3,000 Sponsor logo on approximately 700 t-shirts One field sign at Fairgrounds Park Sponsor booth at tournaments (optional) Discovery Camp $2,500 Sponsor logo on approximately 1,600 t-shirts Sponsor logo on Discovery Camp brochure mailed to approximately 5,300 households June, July and August for youth age 3 thru 14 Winter Fest at Central Park $1,000 2 nd Annual Winter Festival on November 25, 2017 featuring: Tree Lighting Ceremony Official season opening of ice skating rink Figure skating demonstrations Food and beverage booths Photos with Santa (Sponsor Logo on Frame) Entertainment Small Business Saturday Sponsor booth at festival (optional) Sponsor logo on marketing materials and recognition at festival
Day Trips $1,000 6 or 7 fun-filled day trips to Holland MI, Cubs Game, Chicago Twilight Architectural Boat Tour, Saugatuck MI, Beautiful The Carole King Story at Cadillac Palace Theater in Chicago and more! Sponsor name or logo on marketing materials Participation approximately 60 people per day trip (more popular excursions have 120 people) Sponsor gift bag and/or discount coupon for all participants or one or more raffle prize to promote sponsor company (optional) Sponsor recognition during each day trip Hayrides at Rogers-Lakewood $750 Sponsor name or logo on marketing materials Sponsor name or logo signs on both sides of hay wagon Rental season runs September thru early November Wagon also used for monthly $1 hayrides June thru September and for hayrides during Harvest Fest (Valparaiso Downtown Trick-or-Treat) 35 to 40 rentals per season with 20 to 25 people per hayride (approximately 1,000 participants annually) Bikin & Eggs $500 4 th annual family 3-mile bike ride on June 24, 2007 from Foundation Meadows to Rogers-Lakewood and back Company name or logo on marketing materials and t-shirts (75 to 100) Riders enjoy a light breakfast and fun after ride including bike rodeo, inflatable toys, face painting and more!
2017 Special Event Sponsorships Event Date Participation Description 39 th Annual Popcorn Panic 09.09.17 37 h Annual Little Kernel Puff 09.09.17 1,400+ Participants and Volunteers Thousands of Spectators 600+ Participants and Volunteers Thousands of Spectators 5-mile run and 5K walk Cutest race around for 2 to 9-year-olds! 7 th Annual Valpo Night Ride 08.26.17 350+ Participants and Volunteers 2 nd Annual 4 th of July Blast 5K 07.04.17 200+ Participants and Volunteers 15-mile nighttime tour of Valparaiso Mid-ride stop at Central Park Breakfast at Butterfield Pavilion Open to all ages 5K Run/Walk Open to all ages Sponsorship Levels sponsor of all 4 special events (Value $10,000) $8,000 $2,500 $1,500 $1,000 Bronze $500 Banner recognition at all 4 special events Sponsor Exhibit Booth (Optional) Company logo or name on event t-shirts Company logo or name on marketing materials Company recognition at event Listing in Annual Report and on Park Department Website Event Registrations 6 6 4 2 1
2017 Foundation Partner Opportunities Show your commitment to the Valparaiso Parks Foundation and their mission throughout the year by becoming a Foundation Partner! These unique partnership opportunities maximize your marketing dollars while enhancing your organization s philanthropic profile. Foundation Partner Levels $13,000 Value $15,000 $7,000 Value $8,000 $4,000 Value $4,500 $2,000 Reserved Seating at Friends & Legends and Party in the Park Company logo or name on banner at all 3 special events (Deadline 04.14.17) Company logo or name on marketing materials and event invitations Listing in Annual Report and on Foundation Website Creekside Classic Foursome (2 Adults and 2 Youth) 1 1 1 1 Party in the Park Event Tickets 10 8 6 4 Friends & Legends Creekside Classic Party in the Park
2017 Foundation Event Sponsorships 6 th Annual Friends & Legends (May 4) Annual Celebration of Foundation Supporters and Volunteers $2,500 $1,500 $1,000 $500 Bronze $250 Company logo or name on marketing materials and invitations Listing in Annual Report and on Foundation website Company recognition at event 15 th Annual Creekside Classic (July 20) Unique Outing Pairing Adult Golfers with Aspiring Youth Golfers $2,500 $1,500 $1,000 $500 Foursomes (2 Adults and 2 Youth) 1 1 1 1 0 Company logo or name recognition on marketing materials Listing in Annual Report and on Foundation website Company recognition at event 6 th Annual Party in the Park (TBD) The Foundation s Annual Fundraising Event $10,000 $5,000 $2,500 $1,000 Event Tickets 10 8 6 4 2 Bronze $250 Bronze $500 Reserved Seating Company logo or name on marketing materials and invitations Listing in Annual Report and on Foundation website