2019 Sponsorship Opportunities
PROMOTING ECONOMIC VITALITY The Over-the-Rhine Chamber of Commerce cultivates and promotes the economic vitality, cultural diversity, and innovative vision of its members and community. YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS Over-the-Rhine is the community it is now because of the strength of its people. Your support makes our 2019 signature events possible, and through the success of the OTR Made Awards, OTR 5K Summer Celebration, and Second Sunday on Main, the OTR Chamber of Commerce is able to continue the forward momentum of our renowned business district. OTR IS SPECIAL In 2018, we had 46 new businesses open, and over 300 new jobs were created. Over the past two years, that adds up to 85 new businesses and over 650 local jobs. Each of our incredible business owners recognizes the importance of building their business here of being a contributor to our local economy. They understand that this neighborhood is really something special. otrchamber.com 2
YOUR INVESTMENT GOES A LONG WAY! Your investment in the OTR Chamber also goes towards the following programs and initiatives, which provide opportunities for these businesses to thrive while creating and sustaining a strong urban core: Hosting merchant meetings, workshops and networking events for our 250+ OTR Chamber members, strengthening their network and providing relevant educational opportunities. Creating a comprehensive annual holiday marketing campaign, celebrating our unique businesses and their products while encouraging people to support our local economy by buying OTR made. Partnering with MORTAR and other local leaders on Represent, a new initiative to make OTR the most diverse business district in Cincinnati by deepening the success of minority-owned businesses to drive greater economic inclusion. Awarding Innovation Challenge Grants to organizations like Venice on Vine, The Sarah Center and Libby Shop, bringing a total $22,750 in grants awarded to 13 businesses since 2014. This retention grant funds creative partnerships or expansion projects to existing businesses in OTR. Awarding Business First Grants to businesses like The Arepa Place, Donovan Energy, and Quaintrelle, bringing a total of $450,000 in grants awarded to 31 businesses since 2007. This attraction grant funds capital improvements for new businesses opening in OTR. Giving a significant annual contribution to 3CDC s District Management Program, which provides crucial services to keep OTR a vibrant neighborhood through beautification, safety, and patron interaction, 7 days per week, 365 days per year. otrchamber.com 3
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
In 2017, Over-the-Rhine was awarded as one of five Great Neighborhoods in the country by the American Planning Association. OTR CHAMBER GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD CHAMPION $20,000 SPONSORSHIP SPONSORSHIP LEVELS & BENEFITS: Presented by sponsor for all OTR Chamber events, including OTR Made Awards, OTR 5K, Second Sunday on Main, and the OTR Holiday Campaign. Company logo affiliated with all OTR Chamber events and programs. 15 tickets to the OTR MADE Awards ($1,125 value). 30 registrations for the OTR 5K ($1,050 value). Opportunity to staff booth at all OTRCC events: OTR Made Awards, OTR 5K, Second Sunday on Main and OTR holiday activations (weekend pop-up tent at 12th and Vine). Special discounts on local tours and arts events. OTRCC membership and membership benefits. Quarterly email promotions of sponsor s events and/or special projects. Featured in all print materials, event signage, website, and social media as OTR Chamber s 2019 Great Neighborhood Champion. Recognized alongside all Business First Grant and Innovation Challenge Grant recipients. otrchamber.com 5
OTR CHAMBER S OTR MADE AWARDS Memorial Hall, March 2019 Each spring, the OTR Chamber recognizes outstanding individuals and businesses who have contributed to the revitalization of Over-the-Rhine and are dedicated to the OTR community. SPONSORSHIP LEVELS & BENEFITS: Presenting Sponsor: $10,000 (1) available at this level; includes 15 registrations and VIP box seats in Memorial Hall, with your very own bartender and two drink tickets/bites per registration. The elevated box is located back-center of the main stage, giving you an uninterrupted, grand view! Presenting sponsor for OTR Made Awards. Keynote speaker will also be Presented by your company. An opportunity for a representative from your organization to be a co-presenter for awards ceremony. Sponsor spotlight: promotional emails highlighting sponsors events and/or projects. All awards benefits listed. Impact Sponsor: $5,000 (2) available at this level; includes 10 registrations, box seats, your very own bartender and two drink tickets/bites per registration. Recognition on all marketing collateral and media relations for OTR Made Awards. One award category listed as Presented by An opportunity for a representative from your organization to be a presenter of one awards category. All awards benefits listed below. Supporting Sponsor: $2,500 (2) available at this level; includes 7 registrations, box seats, your very own bartender and two drink tickets/bites per registration. Recognition on all marketing collateral and media relations for the OTR Made Awards. Company logo on pre and post awards show slides. All awards benefits listed below. Maker Sponsor: $1,000 Includes (4) registrations and two drink tickets/bites per registration. Company logo and link on event program. Listed on website, OTR Chamber email, social media, and event day logo signage. otrchamber.com 6
OTR 5K A SUMMER CELEBRATION Friday, May 17 th & Saturday, May 18 th The Over-the-Rhine 5K Run/Walk and Summer Celebration, now in its thirteenth year, is one of the biggest events in Over-the-Rhine and the annual kick-off to the summer in OTR. In 2018 we had over 960 participants, ranging from age 1 to 77! Over 4,000 people took part in Friday s Neighborhood Night with Art on Vine and Saturday s Summer Celebration with City Flea. A post-race survey found that 50% of participants said it was their first time running the OTR 5K. 84% said they stayed in OTR to explore after the event. SPONSORSHIP LEVELS & BENEFITS: Presenting Sponsor: $10,000 Includes 12 registrations, special recognition during Saturday s race awards ceremony, and an opportunity for a representative from your organization to address the crowd. Special recognition as presented by on postcards, website, social media, and media relations. Special recognition throughout the live performances during the Summer Celebration. Naming rights to the Runners Lounge area on the south lawn of Washington Park. Company name included on the mile markers. All OTR 5K benefits listed. Impact Sponsor: $5,000 Includes 8 registrations, special recognition on the Fountain Square Video Board advertisement. Special recognition on Flying Pig Expo signage. Inclusion in event press releases. All benefits described below. Supporting Sponsor: $2,500 Includes 6 registrations Recognition on packet-pickup signs at Central Parkway YMCA. Recognition on promotional postcards. Opportunity for booth space on the south lawn of Washington Park. All benefits described below. Maker Sponsor: $1,000 Includes 4 registrations. Inclusion on the race t-shirt given to each runner. Recognition on the large banners displayed at the event, and on our website and social media. otrchamber.com 7
In 2018, we partnered with OTR business Lucca Handmade to create and sell a custom OTRnament! OTR CHAMBER 2019 HOLIDAY CAMPAIGN Each year we develop a unique holiday campaign that includes online and print media, events, a press conference, video, and television. Our team of Over-the-Rhinedeer Ambassadors assists guests, and we sell a one-of-a-kind gift that benefits a local charity. SPONSORSHIP LEVELS & BENEFITS: Presenting Sponsor: $10,000 Special recognition as presented by on all print materials, website, social media and PR opportunities, including TV segments and press releases. Opportunity to address the crowd during our Economic Impact press conference event. Opportunity to have a representative at OTR holiday pop-up tent (Saturdays throughout the holidays at the corner of 12th & Vine Streets). 6 tickets to the OTR Made Awards, 8 tickets to the OTR 5K. All holiday benefits listed. Impact Sponsor: $5,000 Special recognition during our Economic Impact press conference event. Opportunity to have promotional materials at OTR holiday pop-up tent (Saturdays throughout the holidays at 12th & Vine). 4 tickets to OTR Made Awards, 2 tickets to OTR 5K. All benefits listed below. Supporting Sponsor: $2,500 Special discounts on local tours, and arts events. All benefits listed below. Maker Sponsor: $1,000 Listed on website, social media and holiday postcards. OTRCC membership and membership benefits. otrchamber.com 8
OTR CHAMBER BUSINESS ATTRACTION AND RETENTION PROGRAMS INNOVATION CHALLENGE GRANT SPONSORSHIP LEVELS & BENEFITS: The Innovation Challenge Grant awards up to $10,000 of grant funds to OTR businesses and organizations for projects that will help them expand their business or fund a new partnership or service. Previously awarded grantees include Venice on Vine, Spruce Nail Shop and MORTAR, bringing a total of $22,750 in grants awarded to 14 businesses since 2014. This retention grant funds creative partnerships or expansion projects to existing businesses in OTR. BUSINESS FIRST GRANT The Business First Grant (BFG) exists to benefit OTR by strengthening the local economy, increasing business and employment opportunities, and creating a diverse, healthy, and sustainable business district. Businesses selected through the Business First Grant Program s competitive process will be awarded a matching grant up to $20,000 for furniture, fixtures and equipment (FFE) and tenant improvements (TI). Previously awarded grantees include Senate, Rookwood Pottery, and Artichoke, bringing a total of $450,000 in grants awarded to 31 businesses since 2007. This attraction grant funds capital improvements for new businesses opening in Over-the-Rhine. Presenting Sponsor: $10,000 Special recognition as presented by for both grants on all print materials, website, social media and PR opportunities, including TV segments and press releases. Special recognition during our annual Economic Impact press conference event and the OTR Made Awards. Email promotions of sponsor s events and/or special projects. 6 tickets to the OTR Made Awards; 8 tickets to the OTR 5K. All program benefits listed. Impact Sponsor: $5,000 Opportunity to speak at the Business First Grant workshop. 4 tickets to the OTR Made Awards; 2 tickets to the OTR 5K. All benefits listed below. In 2018, we partnered with Polly Magazine on a feature highlighting business owners in OTR. Supporting Sponsor: $2,500 Recognized at the Business First Grant Workshop. Special discounts on local tours and arts events. All benefits listed below. Maker Sponsor: $1,000 Listed on grant website and social media posts regarding grant announcements. OTRCC membership and membership benefits. otrchamber.com 9
CONTACT KELLY ADAMSON Executive Director EMAIL kelly@otrchamber.com PHONE (513) 512-5668