Sponsorship Opportunities

Be a part of some of the most exciting and well-attended events in Champaign-Urbana! Sponsorship benefits vary by level and may include logo on billboards, social media posts, name mentioned in radio ads, and more with potentially 180,000+ impressions.

Choose between the Silver, Gold, and Platinum level ($1,000-$10,000) and fill out the corresponding Sponsor Agreement below.

For questions or to submit completed application:

Laura Auteberry
laura.auteberry@champaignparks.org
706 Kenwood Road Champaign, IL 61821 or fax to 217-355-8421

Signature Events Sponsor Agreement >> 

Signature Events:

• Flannel Fest
• CU Days
• Winter Nights at Prairie Farm

Increase community awareness at fitness events, holiday celebrations, and more when you sponsor Community Events! Sponsorship benefits vary by level and may include on-site booth opportunity, social media posts, logo on website, press release mentions, and more with potentially 75,000+ impressions.

Choose between the Gold, Silver and Bronze level ($250-$1,000) and fill out the corresponding Sponsor Agreement below.

For questions or to submit completed application:

Laura Auteberry
laura.auteberry@champaignparks.org
706 Kenwood Road Champaign, IL 61821 or fax to 217-355-8421

Community Events Sponsor Agreement >> 

Community Events:

• Nite Lite Egg Hunt
• Juneteenth
• West Side Arts
• Nightmare on Grove Street
• CUSR Cupcake 5K
• Holiday in Whoville
• Frozen 5K

Get involved in events like concerts and movies in the park that bring neighborhoods together in a fun, nostalgic way. Sponsorship benefits vary by level and may include on-site booth opportunity, social media posts, logo on website, and more with potentially 40,000 impressions.

Choose between the Gold and Silver level ($250-$500) and fill out the corresponding Sponsor Agreement below.

For questions or to submit completed application:

Laura Auteberry
laura.auteberry@champaignparks.org
706 Kenwood Road Champaign, IL 61821 or fax to 217-355-8421

Neighborhood Events Sponsor Agreement >> 

Neighborhood Events:

• Summer Concerts
• Bunny Open-House and Eggs-ploration
• Pizza & Pjs with Santa
• Noon Years Eve
• Day in the Park

TIES & TENNIES GALA: A FUNDRAISER FOR YOUTH | SEPT 14, 2023

Featuring an evening of socializing, great food, both silent and live auctions and entertainment provided by Cool2Duel, Dueling Pianos. Help raise funds in support of the Champaign Park District’s Youth Scholarship Fund!

Choose between a variety of sponsor levels and help ensure all kids in our community have an equal opportunity to play! 

For questions please contact:

Laura Auteberry
217-819-3839
laura.auteberry@champaignparks.org
1311 W Church Street, Champaign, IL 61821

Ties and Tennies Sponsor Agreement >> 

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