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Boulder Even Better, With You!

 Why partner with us?

If you want to reach the heart and soul of Boulder,

were the right partner for you. We can deliver
meaningful impressions because we have valuable,
engaging relationships with the community. Whether
you want to build brand awareness or be known as
a community partner, Boulder Parks and Recreation
offers a number of exceptional opportunities to
invest in one of Colorados most active, affluent and
influential communities. Refer to the next page for
more details about our reach.

The value of your sponsorship

P artnering with Boulder Parks and Recreation

strengthens our efforts to build a stronger, more
connected community. Sponsorship allows the
Department to leverage vital resources needed to
deliver the highest quality events, programs and
services for the entire community. We strive to ensure
events and programs are accessible for demographics
of all ages, abilities and means.
We look forward to working with you to customize a
sponsorship package designed to accomplish your
goals while making Boulder an even better place to live,
work and play!

Contact

Margo Josephs
Community Partnerships & Outreach
303-413-7251 josephsm@bouldercolorado.gov

3198 Broadway
Boulder, CO 80304

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$10,000 $5,000 $2,500

Sponsor Benefits
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Per Civic Area Event

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Projected Attendance:
1,000-5,000+ per event
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Public Relations
Sponsor acknowledgment and speaking
opportunity at event.

FREE Park Rental

For your next company event.

Booth Space
On-site company booth for sampling
& product giveaways. Family Concert Series
Logo 3 Events: May, June, July
On all print and digital ads and
promotions. Reach: 225,000 impressions
per event package
Celebrate the 2nd annual Family Concert Series at the Boulder
Social Media + Electronic Media Bandshell. This three part concert series features nationally renowned
Your sponsorship mentioned in event musical artists to create a unique family-friendly, and acoustically
social and electronic media campaign
Reach: 50,000 impressions per event diverse, experience. Concerts are combined with onsite activities
package that support various city-wide youth initiatives including Kids to
Parks Day and the Library Reading Program. Even the youngest of
Web audiences will harmonize to the melodies of the Family Concert Series.
Your sponsorship prominently presented
on event web page
Reach: 15,000 impressions per
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Cult Movie Classics
3 Movies in October

Some movies just stick with us. Join us for the 2nd annual Cult Classics
movie series. During the month of October, three free classic films will
be projected on a big screen for a unique outdoor movie experience.
These will be memorable, Boulder nights with friends and blankets
under the stars. Pre-show activities and entertainment are scheduled to
compliment each movie.

Snow Much Fun

1-3 Events plus 10 weeks of lights: November-January

Back by popular demand! Grab a cup of hot cocoa or a gingerbread

latte and take a stroll through Boulders Civic Center Area. Once
again, the park will be transformed into a magical, illuminated forest
by more than 250,000 LED lights (just in time for the holiday season).
Past activities have included, an official lighting of Central Park with
the Denver Broncos, a Frozen sing-along led by the Rocky Mountain
Chorale, pre-movie caroling, caricature artists, kids train rides plus a
Polar Express movie night and an enchanted winter ice rink!

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Bikes & Barks Opportunities

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Sponsor Benefits
Contributing
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Per Event (2 Events)

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Projected Attendance: Weekend at Valmont

750-2,000+ per event
June 10 - June 11 Valmont Park
per event

With over 40,000 visitors annually, Valmont Park is one of Boulders

Category Exclusivity major attractions and a renowned venue for national cycling events.
The weekend will celebrate the parks success and kick-off with a dog
expo followed by the annual Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day event
Public Relations featuring free clinics, Strider races, rock climbing wall and much
Sponsor acknowledgment and speaking
opportunity at event. more. The 4th annual Valmont Open disc golf tournament will take
place on Sunday.
Booth Space
On-site company booth for sampling &
product giveaways. Dog Dayz
Logo September 11 - September 24 Scott Carpenter Pool
On all print and digital ads and
promotions. Reach: 125,000 impressions
per event package
A canine classic. Our four legged
Social Media + Electronic Media companions get free reign of Scott
Your sponsorship mentioned in event Carpenter Pool for two weeks,
social and electronic media campaign
culminating with a weekend Dog
Reach: 65,000 impressions per event
package Expo featuring vendor booths,
giveaways and the much anticipated
Web Flying High Dog Competition. This
Your sponsorship prominently presented
14th annual doggy swim attracts
on event web page
Reach: 20,000 impressions per more than 2,000 dogs and their families to this pool party every year.
event package

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Seasonal Recreation Center Events

P S C New Years Fitness Jam

$2,500 $1,500 $500
Sponsor Benefits Sunday, January 1 East Boulder Community Center
Three event package
Contributing
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Supporting
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Projected Attendance:
900-1,500 total Condition your mind and body by jump starting 2017 with East Boul-
der Recreation Centers Fitness & Nia Jam. Gain motivation for the
entire year with special classes, swimming, climbing and a great fitness
sale! Make your fitness resolution a reality. New year. New You.

Category Exclusivity Sweethearts Dance

Saturday, February 11
Public Relations North Boulder Recreation Center
Sponsor acknowledgment and speaking
opportunity at event.

Valentines Day is a sweet one join

Booth Space
On-site company booth for sampling & North Boulder Recreation Center in
product giveaways. some candied fun! A charming dance
for parents, grandparents, aunts and
Logo uncles to couple with the children in their family. A DJ, light
On all print and digital ads and refreshments, gift bag and printed photograph compliment
promotions. Reach: 125,000 impressions
per event package the evening.

Social Media + Electronic Media

Your sponsorship mentioned in event Halloween Carnival
social and electronic media campaign
Reach: 50,000 impressions per event Friday, October 27 South Boulder Recreation Center
package

Web The Annual Halloween Carnival is a community wide,

Your sponsorship prominently presented
on event web page
multi-generational event held at South Boulder Recreation Center.
Reach: 15,000 impressions per From jack-o-lanterns to spooks galore children ages 3 - 8, their
event package family and friends enjoy carnival games, a bouncy house, crafts, face
painting and more!
Comp Tickets
Number of complimentary admissions to 6 4 2
each event your company receives

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The City of Boulder Park and Recreation Departments
mission is to promote the health and well-being of the
Boulder community by providing high-quality parks,
facilities and programs.

We invite you to join us in creating the exceptional

experiences that show off our unique way of life!

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