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Milton Seeks Sponsors for Patriotic Parade and Touch-a-Truck Event, Touting Community Engagement

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Published on May 16, 2024
Milton Seeks Sponsors for Patriotic Parade and Touch-a-Truck Event, Touting Community EngagementSource: City of Milton

Milton residents, get ready to proudly don your stars and stripes or to let your kids climb big trucks because the city's favorite community events are back—and they're looking for a handful of good sponsors. The Independence Day Walking Parade and Touch-a-Truck events are beckoning the local business community to step up and connect with the potentially thousands of attendees at these family-friendly gatherings. According to an announcement on the City of Milton's official website, companies have a selection of sponsorship levels to choose from, each with its own set of perks to boost brand visibility.

Milton is set to paint the town in red, white, and blue on July 4, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., expecting to draw over 1,000 guests to Broadwell Pavilion for their annual Independence Day celebration. Sponsors can choose to become a Stars Sponsor for $1,000, a Stripes Sponsor for $500, or a Patriotic Sponsor for $250. Benefits range from having a logo on event signage to booth space at the event and social media promotion. The city is also calling for in-kind sponsors to contribute to the "winning" gift baskets for the most patriotically dressed attendees. To claim their stake, businesses should quickly to apply on their Eventeny page, detailed on the City of Milton website.

For those with a heart set for big wheels and horsepower, the Touch-a-Truck event will take over the parking area of Stonecreek Church from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on September 7. Last year's turnout saw over 4,000 pairs of little feet treading among the trucks, and the upcoming occasion promises to be no less spectacular. Sponsorship options include the Red Sponsor for $1,250, Blue Sponsor for $600, and Yellow Sponsor for $300, with benefits like logos on all event signage and the event's Facebook page, alongside social media promotion. In addition to the marketing perks, sponsors can also engage in activities like manning a craft table or supplying decorated water bottles. Interested parties are encouraged to visit the event's Eventeny page to get involved.

These sponsorship opportunities are not just about business promotion; they're a chance to be part of celebrations that stitch the fabric of the Milton community together. The city also hints at more upcoming events in the fall and winter, promising fresh chances for businesses to engage with local residents. For any inquiries concerning these events or the sponsorship details, Emily Salerno, the City’s Community Outreach Manager, is the point of contact. Her email, as mentioned on the City of Milton news release, is [email protected]. Let's get ready to celebrate the community spirit in Milton—whether that's by honoring our national history or by fostering joy through the simple touch of a truck.