Sponsorship & Advertising Opportunities
Autumn 2023
Dear Area Business Leader:
Northbrook Park District is pleased to present a variety of events this fall for the Northbrook community. From annual favorites like Autumnfest to newer events such as our 2nd annual Halloween Pet Parade, you are sure to find the perfect marketing fit for your company.
Please take a few minutes to review the Sponsorship and Advertising opportunities listed in this publication and reach out to me with any questions or to reserve your partnership.
Event Sponsorship
Community traditions and new special events are being offered this season. Reach the community and share your marketing message where people are having fun!
Winter/Spring Guide Ads November 17 September 29 Mailed to over 16,500 homes
Touch-A-Truck Northbrook Autumnfest September 23 October 7 September 15 September 29 1,500 people 2,500 people
Halloween Pet Parade October 20 September 29 42 pets with their humans
Halloween 3K Fun Run October 20 September 22 250 registered plus spectators
See the following pages for more information including event details, rates and commitment deadlines and feel free to reach out to me at any time with questions.
Program Guide Advertising
The Winter/Spring program guide is a comprehensive list of events and programs taking place from January through May 2024. The commitment deadline is September 28 and camera ready artwork is due October 5. The guide will be mailed to all homes in Northbrook on November 17. Complete details can be found on the following page.
Facility Advertising
Advertising is also available at several of our facilities including Northbrook Sports Center, Techny Prairie Activity Center and the Ed Rudolph Velodrome. See the back cover for details.
I look forward to partnering with you soon!
Joan Scovic Director of Marketing & Communications jscovic@nbparks.org
| 847-897-6129
Event Event Date Sponsorship Deadline 2023 Attendance/Reach
Seasonal Program Guide
See the back cover of this publication for additional advertising opportunities! Contact Joan Scovic, Director of Marketing & Communications at 847-897-6129 or jscovic@nbparks.org
Reach: 16,500+ Homes in Northbrook Guide – Back Cover Ad $3,500/issue 5.5" × 8" 4-color CMYK (no bleed) Guide – Full Page Interior $2,500/Issue 6" × 10.75" 4-color CMYK (.25” bleed) Guide – 1/2 Page Interior $1,500/Issue 4.75” × 4.75” 4-color CMYK (no bleed) 545 Academy Drive Northbrook, IL 60062 ECRWSS Residential Customer Northbrook, IL 60062 PRESORTED STANDARD US POSTAGE PAID NORTHBROOK, IL PERMIT NO 76 Winter-Spring Guide mails November 17. Strong shelf life with programs from January through May 2024. Reservation Deadline is September 29. Camera Ready Art Deadline is October 5. Advertising Opportunities
2023 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Share your marketing message with the Northbrook community!
TOUCH-A-TRUCK
Touch-A-Truck
Saturday, September 23, 10am–12pm
Underwriters Laboratories, 333 Pfingsten Road
Event Data
2022 attendance: 1,500 people
Event Demographic: Families
This free family event allows children to see, touch and explore a vareity of trucks and emergency vehicles.
Opportunities
In addition to monetary sponsorships, in-kind donations such as swag, refreshments, prizes, and event needs may be an option!
Call today to discuss these opportunities.
Sponsor table at event (10am–12pm)
Social media post: 9,000 followers
nbparks.org website: 25,000 users per month
Email blast: 9,000 subscribers
Winter/Spring program guide: Mailed to 16,500 homes
Event day signage
Dedicated Group
Logo + link Logo + link
Logo + link Name + link
Logo Name
To secure any of these partnerships, reach out to Joan Scovic, Director of Marketing & Communications, at 847-897-6129 or jscovic@nbparks.org.
Sponsor
Premier Placement $500 SOLD OUT Gold Sponsors Commitment due Sep. 15 $300 DEADLINE PASSED
Presenting
(2)
Logo Logo Press release/news article
2023 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Share your marketing message with the Northbrook community!
NORTHBROOK AUTUMNFEST
Northbrook Autumnfest
Saturday, October 7, 2pm–5pm
Sensory Friendly Hour from 12:30pm–1:30pm
Meadowhill Park, 1479 Maple Avenue
Event Data
2022 attendance: 2,500 people
Event Demographic: Families
This outdoor tradition returns featuring entertainment, games, crafts, activities, a sponsor area, and lots of fall fun!
Opportunities
In addition to monetary sponsorships, in-kind donations such as swag, refreshments, prizes, and event needs may be an option!
Call today to discuss these opportunities.
Sponsor table at event (2pm–5pm)
Come early for the sensory friendly hour
Social media post: 9,000 followers
nbparks.org website: 25,000 users per month
Email blast: 9,000 subscribers
Dedicated Group
Logo + link Logo + link
Logo + link Name + link
Winter/Spring program guide: Mailed to 16,500 homes Logo Name
Name announced at event
To secure any of these partnerships, reach out to Joan Scovic, Director of Marketing & Communications, at 847-897-6129 or jscovic@nbparks.org.
Presenting Sponsor (1) Premier Placement $2,000 SOLD OUT Gold Sponsors Commitment due Sep. 29 $400
12:30pm–1:30pm
Logo Logo Press release/news article
Event day signage
2023 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Share your marketing message with the Northbrook community!
HALLOWEEN PET PARADE
Halloween Pet Parade
Friday, October 20, 5pm–6pm
Techny Prairie Park & Fields, 1700 Techny Road
Event Data
2022 attendance: 42 pets with their humans
Event Demographic: Animal Lovers
Don’t miss this opportunity to market your business to animal owners in Northbrook!
Opportunities
In addition to monetary sponsorships, inkind donations such as swag, refreshments, prizes, and event needs may be an option! Call today to discuss these opportunities.
Sponsor table at event (5pm–6pm)
Social media post: 9,000 followers
nbparks.org website: 25,000 users per month
Email blast: 9,000 subscribers
Dedicated Group
Logo + link Logo + link
Logo + link Name
Winter/Spring program guide: Mailed to 16,500 homes Logo Name
Name announced at event
Event day signage
Press release/news article
To secure any of these partnerships, reach out to Joan Scovic, Director of Marketing & Communications, at 847-897-6129 or jscovic@nbparks.org.
Commitment due
$400
due
$150
Presenting Sponsor (1)
Sep. 15
SOLD OUT Gold Sponsors Commitment
Sep. 29
+ Prize
Logo Logo
2023 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Share your marketing message with the Northbrook community!
HALLOWEEN 3K FUN RUN
Halloween 3K Fun Run
Friday, October 20, 6pm–7:30pm
Techny Prairie Park & Fields, 1700 Techny Road
Event Data
2022 attendance: 250 participants plus spectators
Event Demographic: Families
The Halloween Fun Run is back, providing seasonal holiday fun for families.
Opportunities
In addition to monetary sponsorships, in-kind donations such as swag, refreshments, prizes, and event needs may be an option!
Call today to discuss these opportunities.
Sponsor table at event (2pm–5pm)
Social media post: 9,000 followers
nbparks.org website: 25,000 users per month
Event T-shirt
Email blast: 9,000 subscribers
Winter/Spring program guide: Mailed to 16,500 homes
Name announced at event
Dedicated Group
Logo + link Logo + link
Top Logo Logo
Logo + link Name
To secure any of these partnerships, reach out to Joan Scovic, Director of Marketing & Communications, at 847-897-6129 or jscovic@nbparks.org.
Presenting Sponsor (1) Premier Placement $500 SOLD OUT Gold Sponsors Commitment due Sep. 22 $250 DEADLINE PASSED
Logo Name
Logo Logo Press release/news article
Event day signage
Advertising Opportunities
Seasonal Program Guide
Include your ad in this guide mailed to 16,500 homes in Northbrook! See page 3 for ad sizes, rates and deadlines.
Techny Prairie Activity Center
• 1,500 facility members plus hundreds of gym users monthly
• $200 per month for placement on two television screens
Sports Center
• Estimated foot traffic of 100,000 annually
• $2,000 per year for banner in one rink (plus production costs)
• $200 per month for placement on two television screens
Ed Rudolph Velodrome
• Estimated attendance of 11,000 annually for Northbrook Cycling Club events, soccer games, and community-wide events
• Ad on Velodrome track wall, $1,000 per 4’H X 7’W board (plus production/installation costs)
Advertising opportunities include additional marketing exposure through listings and links in the program guide, website, social media, and email. Pricing listed in this document is valid through 12/31/23.
To secure any of these partnerships, reach out to Joan Scovic, Director of Marketing & Communications, at 847-897-6129 or jscovic@nbparks.org.
