Sponsorship Levels
Title Sponsor: $50,000
– Naming rights as the official sponsor of the yearlong event
– 25′ banner at all events throughout the year
– Opportunity to speak at all events throughout the year
– Inclusion on all marketing (billboards, radio, television, print, webpage and social media)
– Special landing page for business
– Inclusion in all press releases
– Logo and name recognition at all event activities
– Logo and name recognition on main page and sponsor page of the website, www.meridiancelebrates175.com
– Full page ad in the Meridian Monitor and the Celebrate Meridian’s 175th Special Event Guide and business card ad in the Special 175th Business Card Directory (circulation 22,000)
– ½ page ad in Meridian Townships Park & Rec Family Fun Guide
– Logo and name recognition on all 3rd party websites (Greater Lansing Visitor & Convention Bureau, Pure Michigan, etc.)
- Sales and promotional opportunities during the event
Kickoff Fireworks and Celebration Main Event Sponsor: $25,000
– Naming and logo recognition as the sponsor of this event
– Event banner recognizing your company as the specific event sponsor
– Opportunity to speak at the event
– Inclusion on all marketing for this specific event only, including social media
– Logo and name recognition at all pre-event activities for this specific event only
– Logo and name recognition on main page and sponsor page of the website, www.meridiancelebrates175.com, as well as on special landing page for the event
– ½ page ad in the Meridian Monitor and the Celebrate Meridian’s 175th Special Event Guide and business card ad in the Special 175th Business Card Directory (circulation 22,000)
– ¼ page ad in Meridian Township’s Park & Rec Family Fun Guide
– Sales and promotional opportunities during the specific event only
Independence Day Celebration Main Event Sponsor: $25,000
– Naming and logo recognition as the sponsor of this event
– Event banner recognizing your company as the specific event sponsor
– Opportunity to speak at the event
– Inclusion on all marketing for this specific event only, including social media
– Logo and name recognition at all pre-event activities for this specific event only
– Logo and name recognition on main page and sponsor page of the website, www.meridiancelebrates175.com, as well as on special landing page for the event
– ½ page ad in the Meridian Monitor and the Celebrate Meridian’s 175th Special Event Guide and business card ad in the Special 175th Business Card Directory (circulation 22,000)
– ¼ page ad in Meridian Township’s Park & Rec Family Fun Guide
– Sales and promotional opportunities during the specific event only
Fun in the Sun at Lake Lansing Event Sponsor: $15,000
As part of this events sponsorship, we are looking to work with the Friends of Ingham County Parks to create a historical tribute at the old carousel building to include historical picture displays on the windows, benches and a monumental plaque sign with the sponsors name and logo.
– Naming and logo recognition as the sponsor of the specific event
– Event banner recognizing your company as the specific event sponsor
– Opportunity to speak at the event
– Inclusion on all radio and television ads for this specific event only (both :30 and :60 versions)
– Logo and name recognition on special sponsor page of the website, www.meridiancelebrates175.com, as well as on special landing page for the specific event
– Inclusion in press releases and social media for this specific event only
– Logo and name recognition at all pre-event activities for this specific event only
– ¼ page ad in the Meridian Monitor and the Celebrate Meridian’s 175th Special Event Guide and business card ad in the Special 175th Business Card Directory (circulation 22,000)
– Business card ad in Meridian Township’s Park & Rec Family Fun Guide
– Sales and promotional opportunities during the specific event only
Rock the Block! Party Series Kickoff Event Sponsor: $15,000
– Naming and logo recognition as the sponsor of the specific event
– Event banner recognizing your company as the specific event sponsor
– Opportunity to speak at the event
– Inclusion on all radio and television ads for this specific event only (both :30 and :60 versions)
– Logo and name recognition on special sponsor page of the website, www.meridiancelebrates175.com, as well as on special landing page for the specific event
– Inclusion in press releases and social media for this specific event only
– Logo and name recognition at all pre-event activities for this specific event only
– ¼ page ad in the Meridian Monitor and the Celebrate Meridian’s 175th Special Event Guide and business card ad in the Special 175th Business Card Directory (circulation 22,000)
– Business card ad in Meridian Township’s Park & Rec Family Fun Guide
– Sales and promotional opportunities during the specific event only
Winter Festival Birthday Bash Gold Sponsor: $10,000
– Naming and logo recognition at the specific event only
– Event banner recognizing your company as the specific event sponsor
– Opportunity to speak at the event
– Inclusion on all promotional radio and television ads (:30 version) for this specific event only
– Logo and name recognition on special sponsor page of the website, www.meridiancelebrates175.com, as well as on special landing page for the specific event
– Inclusion in press releases and social media for this specific event only
– Logo and name recognition at all pre-event activities for this specific event only
– Business card ad in the Celebrate Meridian’s 175th Special Event Guide, the Special 175th Business Card Directory and the Meridian Township’s Park & Rec Family Fun Guide (circulation 22,000)
– Sales and promotional opportunities during the specific event only
Rock the Block! Party Series Business Revitalization Sponsor: $7,500
Celebrating Meridian Township’s business districts and development over the years, your sponsorship will go beyond the celebration! We are looking for a sponsor for one of the following business districts; Central Park Place, Downtown Okemos, Gables Plaza, Hannah Plaza, Haslett Village Square, Carriage Hills or Meridian Crossing to award a makeover that might include lighting, landscaping, a community garden, business arch, etc. as part of the ongoing celebration. A kickoff event for this series will be held at Walmart (parking lot area) with a carnival, kids activities, pet parade and adoption, as well as a live band.
– Logo and name recognition at business district
- Logo recognition on sponsor page of website, www.meridiancelebrates175.com
– Logo recognition on Social Media
– Name and/or Logo recognition on promotional radio or television ad (:30 version)
– Business card ad in the Celebrate Meridian’s 175th Special Event Guide and the Special 175th Business Card Directory (circulation 22,000)
Annual Turtle Toast Gala at Harris Nature Center: $5,000
In order to maintain these programs and events, the Harris Nature Center Foundation is looking to host a Turtle Toast Gala during Meridian Township’s 175th Anniversary. Your sponsorship will provide for the gala and more! All funds raised will provide for continued capital improvements, outdoor education and School Bus Scholarships at the center.
– Logo and name recognition at the event and on the improvements at the center
- Logo recognition on sponsor page of website, www.meridiancelebrates175.com
– Logo recognition on Social Media
– Name and/or Logo recognition on promotional radio or television ad (:30 version)
– Business card ad in the Celebrate Meridian’s 175th Special Event Guide and the Special 175th Business Card Directory (circulation 22,000)
Silver Sponsor (s): $5,000
– Logo recognition on sponsor page of website, www.meridiancelebrates175.com
– Logo recognition on Social Media
– Name and/or Logo recognition on promotional radio or television ad (:30 version)
– Business card ad in the Celebrate Meridian’s 175th Special Event Guide and the Special 175th Business Card Directory (circulation 22,000)
Bronze Sponsor (s): $1,000
– Logo recognition on sponsor page of website, www.meridiancelebrates175.com
– Logo recognition on Social Media
– Name recognition on radio ad (:15 version)
– Business card ad in the Special 175th Business Card Directory (circulation 22,000)
Independence Day Event Banner: $200
Display your company’s name and logo on a 5’ banner that will be displayed at our Independence Day Celebration.
Taste of Meridian: $175
Hop on the trail and take a tasting tour of Meridian’s finest restaurants and eateries. Visitors will receive a stamp at every participating business.
-Yearlong Participation
-Business Card Ad (3.75" x 2.5") in Meridian Monitor/Special Event Guide
Toast to Meridian: $175
Whether you’re looking for craft beers, fine spirits or wine tasting, you can find it all in Meridian. Visitors can ‘Toast Meridian’ by receiving a stamp at every participating business. Businesses will also be encouraged to feature the signature ‘Meridian’ cocktail.
-Yearlong Participation
-Business Card Ad (3.75" x 2.5") in Meridian Monitor/Special Event Guide
In-kind Sponsor:
– Logo and Name Recognition on the website, www.meridiancelebrates175.com
– Recognition for activity/partnership in the Meridian Celebrates 175, Special Edition Event Guide (circulation 22,000)
Customized Sponsor Package
Want us to create a package that fits your budget and marketing needs? Contact Andrea Smiley, Special Events and Marketing smiley@meridian.mi.us and we will be happy to create something specifically for your business.
Other sponsorship benefits include first right of commitment for the next year’s events, speaking opportunities at pre-event and press conferences and the support and commitment for a solid return on investment.
– Naming rights as the official sponsor of the yearlong event
– 25′ banner at all events throughout the year
– Opportunity to speak at all events throughout the year
– Inclusion on all marketing (billboards, radio, television, print, webpage and social media)
– Special landing page for business
– Inclusion in all press releases
– Logo and name recognition at all event activities
– Logo and name recognition on main page and sponsor page of the website, www.meridiancelebrates175.com
– Full page ad in the Meridian Monitor and the Celebrate Meridian’s 175th Special Event Guide and business card ad in the Special 175th Business Card Directory (circulation 22,000)
– ½ page ad in Meridian Townships Park & Rec Family Fun Guide
– Logo and name recognition on all 3rd party websites (Greater Lansing Visitor & Convention Bureau, Pure Michigan, etc.)
- Sales and promotional opportunities during the event
Kickoff Fireworks and Celebration Main Event Sponsor: $25,000
– Naming and logo recognition as the sponsor of this event
– Event banner recognizing your company as the specific event sponsor
– Opportunity to speak at the event
– Inclusion on all marketing for this specific event only, including social media
– Logo and name recognition at all pre-event activities for this specific event only
– Logo and name recognition on main page and sponsor page of the website, www.meridiancelebrates175.com, as well as on special landing page for the event
– ½ page ad in the Meridian Monitor and the Celebrate Meridian’s 175th Special Event Guide and business card ad in the Special 175th Business Card Directory (circulation 22,000)
– ¼ page ad in Meridian Township’s Park & Rec Family Fun Guide
– Sales and promotional opportunities during the specific event only
Independence Day Celebration Main Event Sponsor: $25,000
– Naming and logo recognition as the sponsor of this event
– Event banner recognizing your company as the specific event sponsor
– Opportunity to speak at the event
– Inclusion on all marketing for this specific event only, including social media
– Logo and name recognition at all pre-event activities for this specific event only
– Logo and name recognition on main page and sponsor page of the website, www.meridiancelebrates175.com, as well as on special landing page for the event
– ½ page ad in the Meridian Monitor and the Celebrate Meridian’s 175th Special Event Guide and business card ad in the Special 175th Business Card Directory (circulation 22,000)
– ¼ page ad in Meridian Township’s Park & Rec Family Fun Guide
– Sales and promotional opportunities during the specific event only
Fun in the Sun at Lake Lansing Event Sponsor: $15,000
As part of this events sponsorship, we are looking to work with the Friends of Ingham County Parks to create a historical tribute at the old carousel building to include historical picture displays on the windows, benches and a monumental plaque sign with the sponsors name and logo.
– Naming and logo recognition as the sponsor of the specific event
– Event banner recognizing your company as the specific event sponsor
– Opportunity to speak at the event
– Inclusion on all radio and television ads for this specific event only (both :30 and :60 versions)
– Logo and name recognition on special sponsor page of the website, www.meridiancelebrates175.com, as well as on special landing page for the specific event
– Inclusion in press releases and social media for this specific event only
– Logo and name recognition at all pre-event activities for this specific event only
– ¼ page ad in the Meridian Monitor and the Celebrate Meridian’s 175th Special Event Guide and business card ad in the Special 175th Business Card Directory (circulation 22,000)
– Business card ad in Meridian Township’s Park & Rec Family Fun Guide
– Sales and promotional opportunities during the specific event only
Rock the Block! Party Series Kickoff Event Sponsor: $15,000
– Naming and logo recognition as the sponsor of the specific event
– Event banner recognizing your company as the specific event sponsor
– Opportunity to speak at the event
– Inclusion on all radio and television ads for this specific event only (both :30 and :60 versions)
– Logo and name recognition on special sponsor page of the website, www.meridiancelebrates175.com, as well as on special landing page for the specific event
– Inclusion in press releases and social media for this specific event only
– Logo and name recognition at all pre-event activities for this specific event only
– ¼ page ad in the Meridian Monitor and the Celebrate Meridian’s 175th Special Event Guide and business card ad in the Special 175th Business Card Directory (circulation 22,000)
– Business card ad in Meridian Township’s Park & Rec Family Fun Guide
– Sales and promotional opportunities during the specific event only
Winter Festival Birthday Bash Gold Sponsor: $10,000
– Naming and logo recognition at the specific event only
– Event banner recognizing your company as the specific event sponsor
– Opportunity to speak at the event
– Inclusion on all promotional radio and television ads (:30 version) for this specific event only
– Logo and name recognition on special sponsor page of the website, www.meridiancelebrates175.com, as well as on special landing page for the specific event
– Inclusion in press releases and social media for this specific event only
– Logo and name recognition at all pre-event activities for this specific event only
– Business card ad in the Celebrate Meridian’s 175th Special Event Guide, the Special 175th Business Card Directory and the Meridian Township’s Park & Rec Family Fun Guide (circulation 22,000)
– Sales and promotional opportunities during the specific event only
Rock the Block! Party Series Business Revitalization Sponsor: $7,500
Celebrating Meridian Township’s business districts and development over the years, your sponsorship will go beyond the celebration! We are looking for a sponsor for one of the following business districts; Central Park Place, Downtown Okemos, Gables Plaza, Hannah Plaza, Haslett Village Square, Carriage Hills or Meridian Crossing to award a makeover that might include lighting, landscaping, a community garden, business arch, etc. as part of the ongoing celebration. A kickoff event for this series will be held at Walmart (parking lot area) with a carnival, kids activities, pet parade and adoption, as well as a live band.
– Logo and name recognition at business district
- Logo recognition on sponsor page of website, www.meridiancelebrates175.com
– Logo recognition on Social Media
– Name and/or Logo recognition on promotional radio or television ad (:30 version)
– Business card ad in the Celebrate Meridian’s 175th Special Event Guide and the Special 175th Business Card Directory (circulation 22,000)
Annual Turtle Toast Gala at Harris Nature Center: $5,000
In order to maintain these programs and events, the Harris Nature Center Foundation is looking to host a Turtle Toast Gala during Meridian Township’s 175th Anniversary. Your sponsorship will provide for the gala and more! All funds raised will provide for continued capital improvements, outdoor education and School Bus Scholarships at the center.
– Logo and name recognition at the event and on the improvements at the center
- Logo recognition on sponsor page of website, www.meridiancelebrates175.com
– Logo recognition on Social Media
– Name and/or Logo recognition on promotional radio or television ad (:30 version)
– Business card ad in the Celebrate Meridian’s 175th Special Event Guide and the Special 175th Business Card Directory (circulation 22,000)
Silver Sponsor (s): $5,000
– Logo recognition on sponsor page of website, www.meridiancelebrates175.com
– Logo recognition on Social Media
– Name and/or Logo recognition on promotional radio or television ad (:30 version)
– Business card ad in the Celebrate Meridian’s 175th Special Event Guide and the Special 175th Business Card Directory (circulation 22,000)
Bronze Sponsor (s): $1,000
– Logo recognition on sponsor page of website, www.meridiancelebrates175.com
– Logo recognition on Social Media
– Name recognition on radio ad (:15 version)
– Business card ad in the Special 175th Business Card Directory (circulation 22,000)
Independence Day Event Banner: $200
Display your company’s name and logo on a 5’ banner that will be displayed at our Independence Day Celebration.
Taste of Meridian: $175
Hop on the trail and take a tasting tour of Meridian’s finest restaurants and eateries. Visitors will receive a stamp at every participating business.
-Yearlong Participation
-Business Card Ad (3.75" x 2.5") in Meridian Monitor/Special Event Guide
Toast to Meridian: $175
Whether you’re looking for craft beers, fine spirits or wine tasting, you can find it all in Meridian. Visitors can ‘Toast Meridian’ by receiving a stamp at every participating business. Businesses will also be encouraged to feature the signature ‘Meridian’ cocktail.
-Yearlong Participation
-Business Card Ad (3.75" x 2.5") in Meridian Monitor/Special Event Guide
In-kind Sponsor:
– Logo and Name Recognition on the website, www.meridiancelebrates175.com
– Recognition for activity/partnership in the Meridian Celebrates 175, Special Edition Event Guide (circulation 22,000)
Customized Sponsor Package
Want us to create a package that fits your budget and marketing needs? Contact Andrea Smiley, Special Events and Marketing smiley@meridian.mi.us and we will be happy to create something specifically for your business.
Other sponsorship benefits include first right of commitment for the next year’s events, speaking opportunities at pre-event and press conferences and the support and commitment for a solid return on investment.
