Invest in Impact. Connect with Leaders. Grow Your Brand.

Partnering with mParks is more than a sponsorship—it's an opportunity to invest in thriving communities across Michigan. As the trusted voice of Michigan’s parks and recreation field, mParks connects you with influential decision-makers and community champions year-round.

When you align your brand with mParks, you demonstrate a shared commitment to quality of life, wellness, conservation, and access to outdoor recreation. In turn, you'll receive meaningful visibility, enhanced brand credibility, and access to a devoted, diverse network of professionals.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Special Events – Maximize Your Visibility
mParks hosts high-impact events that attract statewide attention and media engagement.

Upcoming 2026 Events:

• Adaptive (TR) Workshop - January 13
• mParks Conference & Trade Show
• Emerging Leaders Workshop - May 7
• Marketing Summit - May 11-12
• Director & Legislator Networking Summit - June 3
• Come Out & Play @ the Capitol - June 24
• Champions Classic Golf Outing - August 28
• Michigan Outdoor Summit - September 29-October 1

view full event calendar

Education & Workshop Sponsorship – Engage with Learners

These in-person workshops and summits offer tailored exposure to targeted professional audiences.

Available Options for Every Event:

☕ Breakfast Sponsor – $250

• Logo on breakfast table signage
• Clickable logo on event page + email promotions
• Social media shoutout across all mParks platforms

🍽️ Lunch Sponsor – $500

• All Breakfast Sponsor benefits, plus:
• Two-minute speaking opportunity at lunch
• Ability to distribute marketing materials

🌟 Exclusive Workshop Sponsor – $1,000

• All Lunch Sponsor benefits, plus:
• Logo on agenda, signage, and PowerPoint
• Five-minute speaking slot to address attendees
• Two social media spotlights with brand tagging

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Annual Sponsorship Packages

Digital Advertising Opportunities

🎓 Certification Sponsor – $5,000 (EXCLUSIVE)

• Support professional certification events year-round (AFO, CPRP, CPSI, CYSA, etc.)
• Year-long visibility at all eligible certification workshops
• Opportunity to speak and share materials at up to 4 events
• At least 4 branded social media posts

💻 Webinar Series Sponsor – SOLD
This exclusive sponsor supports our annual lineup of webinars.

​Let’s Work Together

Get your brand in front of mParks’ engaged digital audience year-round:

• Sponsored Blog Post (up to 1,000 words) – $750
• Weekly myParks Banner Ad (570px x 120px) – $250
• Sponsored Email Blast (content provided) – $1,000

Whether you’re looking to increase visibility, expand your network, or amplify your message, mParks has a platform that fits.

Contact Tina Nowakowski, Director of Communications & Strategic Partnerships.