PROGRAM & EVENT SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
2021
2021
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES This booklet is designed to help you become acquainted with all the opportunities to support our Czech Village New Bohemia District in 2021. We hope this approach makes it easier for you to choose the best event, program or activity for your organization’s needs and goals. YOUR SPONSORSHOP MAKES A DIFFERENCE And, no matter where you choose to invest in the District, you can rest assured that every penny goes to keeping the our historic neighborhoods – Czech Village and New Bohemia – vibrant, unique and developing. THANK YOU We appreciate your taking a look and thanks in advance for your support! We’d love to answer any questions you might have. Please call, text or email me anytime. Monica Vernon Executive Director of Strategic Development 319 361-1901 monica@crmainstreet.org
DISTRICT EVENT SPONSORSHIP OPPOURTUNITIES
Event Date
Sponsor Range
Lead Sponsor
Deadline
Love Your Local February $500-$1,500 $1,000 Jan 1st Winter retail event: Shoppers visit businesses and collect charms for a District bracelet Meet & Greets Feb/April/July/Oct $500-$2,000 $500/per Prev. month Casual networking events: Chat with new business owners and community stakeholders Annual Meeting & Awards June $500-$2,000 $2,500 April Luncheon: Showcasing year’s progress in The District and how Czech Village & New Bohemia have developed in the past year. Also celebrates Main Street Iowa Award Winners and Robert Chadima Visionary Award recipients who have contributed to the vibrancy of the area. Tiki Tour June $500-$1,500 $1,000 April Summer retail event: Shoppers visit businesses and get a Tiki themed sample beverage Free Family Movie Night August $500-$1,500 Family community event: Fun event for familes of all ages.
$2,000
June
Dinner on the Bridge September $500-$7,500 $10,000 July Fundraiser: Unique and fun evening dining experience on the Bridge of the Lions showcasing meal & beverage options from District restaurants. Cider Stroll October $500-$1,500 $2,000 August Fall retail event: Shoppers visit businesses and sample apple themed treats & beverages Creepy Basement Tour October $500-$1,500 $1,000 August Historic basement tour: Participants experience eerie sights while learning District history Shop Small Saturday November $500-$1,500 $2,000 September Holiday retail event: Visitors receive bags full of promotions & swag for holiday shopping Deck the District December $500-$1500 $2,000 October District wide weekend holiday celebration: Local attractions feature festive programming, retail locations offer holiday promotions, and restaurants feature delicious holiday feasts.
SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS • Your advertisement in event program booklet • Your company listed in all 2021 events • Recognition at events • Special invitations to District events • Complimentary tickets
DISTRICT PROGRAM SPONSORSHIP OPPOURTUNITIES
Event Date Sponsor Range Lead Sponsor Deadline Mount Trashmore Challenge Apr-Oct $500-$5,000 $2,500 March Wellness program: Participants climb with goal of achieving District promotions Monthly Coffee+Convo Monthly $500-$2,000 $500/per All Year Distirct Info & Mingle: Timely presentations+discussions for stakeholders & business owners Shive Hattery Building Improv. Grant $500-$1,500 Shive Hattery January Local architecture matching grant: Drives property improvements in The District Open For Business March $500-$1,500 $2,000 January Main Street Iowa program: Businesses compete for funds to expand current offerings Public Art Development All Year $500-$1,000 $1,500 Add public Art: Program to increase community involvement in art
March
DISTRICT ACTIVITY SPONSORSHIP OPPOURTUNITIES
Printing of District Maps
Event Date
Sponsor Range Lead Sponsor
Deadline
April
$500-$1,500
$2,500
February
Printing of Annual Report
Oct
$1,000
$1,000
September
Printing of Holiday Guides
Nov
$500-$1,500
$2,500
October
Purchase of Office Tech Equipment $500-$7,500
$5,000
Anytime
Thank you for your consideration. We are excited to hear from you about your involvement in The District!
Reach Out to Monica Vernon Call or Text: 319.361.1901 Email: monica@crmainstreet.org
2021 DISTRICT Board of Directors Don Barrigar • President • Owner Acme Electric Co Adam Ebert •Vice President • Owner Ebert Honey Jeff Morrow • Secretary • President, Anderson-Bogert Engineers Taylor Bergen • Treasurer • Local Dwelings, Coldwell Banker Hedges Joan Gray • Business Support Chair • Co-Owner NewBo Shops at 208 Jessica Johnson • Programming Chair • Development Director Center Sphere Bethany Jordan • Architect at Martin Gardner Architecture Jim Miller • Vice President National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library Jennifer Pratt • Director of Community Development & Planning at City of CR Lisa Ratigan • VP of Marketing & Communications Imon Communications Ashley Rodemeyer • Branch Manager Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust Julie Stow • Director of Meetings & Conventions Cedar Rapids Tourism Robb Loftsgard • Vice President Commercial Lending, Bankers Trust