United Way of the Coastal Empire

17th Annual Turkey Trot Sponsorship

Fiscal Year 2025-2026

This year, the Turkey Trot —a local Thanksgiving tradition—will bring together nearly 2,000 participants for a family-friendly race event, including a 4-mile course near Daffin Park, a Kids K, and a Diaper Dash. Participants are invited to an award ceremony complete with food, beverages, and family fun. All proceeds support the United Way of the Coastal Empire’s Community Fund, making a lasting impact across the community! 

Sponsorship Levels

PLATINUM ($15,000)- 1 AVAILABLE

Presenting Distinctions:

  • Recognition as “Presented by [Sponsor Name]” in all event marketing collateral
  • Logo on race bibs
  • Recognition in PSA’s as “Presenting Sponsor” (if available)
  • Digital ads with "Presented By" logo placement
  • Logo on billboards as the "Presented By" sponsor (if available)

Engagement:

  • Opportunity to address the audience at the start of the race
  • 10 x 10 tent space at the event (tent provided by sponsor)
  • Opportunity to distribute promotional items to attendees (items provided by sponsor and approved by United Way)

Recognition:

  • Recognized as presenting sponsor in press release and media alert
  • Prominent logo placement on: - Event marketing collateral - United Way of the Coastal Empire Website - Race Registration Website - Digital invitations - E-newsletter - Newspaper advertising (if available) - Social media recognition on all event promotional posts

Visibility:

  • Logo on t-shirts (if submitted by the deadline)
  • Logo included in the event digital invitations
  • 25 Complimentary Registrations
GOLD- AWARDS ($10,000)- 1 AVAILABLE
  • Opportunity to address the audience during the Awards presentation
  • 10 x 10 tent space at the event (tent provided by sponsor)
  • Opportunity to distribute promotional items to attendees (items provided by sponsor and approved by United Way)

Recognition:

  • Recognized in press release
  • Prominent logo placement on:
  • United Way of the Coastal Empire website
  • Digital invitations
  • Event Marketing Collateral
  • E-newsletter
  • Newspaper advertising (if available)
  • Social media recognition on all event promotional posts

Visibility:

  • Logo on t-shirts (if submitted by the deadline)
  • 20 Complimentary Registrations
GOLD- “SHAKE YOUR FEATHERS” ($10,000)- 1 AVAILABLE

Engagement:

  • In lieu of applause, we ask that the audience “Shake Your Feathers” to show your support. Pom-Poms are provided, and guests are encouraged to “Shake Your Feathers” using your [Insert Company Name] Pom-Poms throughout the program to show their support and celebrate moments of excitement and positivity. Your brand can be the “Shake Your Feathers” Sponsor with your company being acknowledged throughout the event.
  • 10 x 10 tent space at the event (tent provided by sponsor)
  • Opportunity to distribute promotional items to attendees (items provided by sponsor and approved by United Way)

Recognition:

  • Recognized in press release
  • Prominent logo placement on: - United Way of the Coastal Empire website - Digital invitations - Event Marketing Collateral - E-newsletter - Newspaper advertising (if available) - Social media recognition on all event promotional posts

Visibility:

  • Logo on t-shirts (if submitted by the deadline)
  • 20 Complimentary Registrations
SILVER ($5,000)- 3 AVAILABLE

Recognition:

  • Recognition in press release
  • Logo placement on:
  • United Way of the Coastal Empire website
  • Digital invitations
  • Newspaper advertising (if available)
  • Social media recognition on all event promotional posts

Visibility:

  • Logo on t-shirts (if submitted by the deadline)
  • 15 Complimentary Registrations
BRONZE ($2,500)

Recognition:

  • Recognition in press release
  • Logo placement on:
  • United Way of the Coastal Empire website
  • Digital invitations
  • Newspaper advertising (if available)
  • Social media recognition

Visibility:

  • 10 Complimentary Registrations
FRIENDS ($1,500)

Recognition:

  • Recognition in press release
  • Logo placement on the United Way of the Coastal Empire website
  • Social media recognition

Visibility:

  • 5 Complimentary Registrations

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