October 11, 2026  ·  Bolingbrook Golf Course

Sponsor the 2026 Chicagoland Buddy Walk

Your sponsorship helps cover event costs so that every dollar raised by our walkers goes directly to supporting the Down syndrome community — over 400,000 people across the United States.

Become a Sponsor Today
3,000+
attendees at the walk each year
2,000+
t-shirts distributed to walkers
3,000+
email subscribers in our community
2026 sponsorship levels
Find the right fit for your business

Every level makes a real impact. Choose what works for your business and we'll take care of the rest.

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Presenting Sponsor
Maximum visibility
Only 1 available
$10,000
Event named after your company — "Chicagoland Buddy Walk presented by [Your Company]"
Speaking time from the stage at opening ceremony
Prominent logo on all event materials — t-shirts, signage, registration
Logo on event stage banner
15 complimentary walker registrations
Dedicated company spotlight post on Facebook (2,100+ followers)
Logo + recognition in post-event email to 3,000+ subscribers
Logo on event website with link for one full year
Yard sign along the walking route
Recognition in all press releases and event communications
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Gold Sponsor
High visibility
$5,000
Logo on event stage banner
10 complimentary walker registrations
Logo on all event materials — t-shirts, signage, registration
Dedicated company spotlight post on Facebook (2,100+ followers)
Logo + recognition in post-event email to 3,000+ subscribers
Logo on event website with link for one full year
Yard sign along the walking route
Recognition in all event communications
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Silver Sponsor
Strong community presence
$2,500
5 complimentary walker registrations
Logo on walker t-shirts (2,000+ distributed)
Logo on event signage and marketing materials
Dedicated company spotlight post on Facebook (2,100+ followers)
Logo + recognition in post-event email to 3,000+ subscribers
Logo on event website with link for one full year
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Bronze Sponsor
Community supporter
$500
2 complimentary walker registrations
Logo on walker t-shirts (2,000+ distributed)
Logo on event website with link for one full year
Recognition in post-event thank you email to 3,000+ subscribers
Logo submission deadline: September 1, 2026. Logos must be received by this date to appear on printed materials (t-shirts and signage). Sponsorships received after this date will still receive all digital and day-of benefits.
Other ways to support
Not the right fit? There are other ways to get involved.

Donate products or services

Contribute to our raffle. Your business will be recognized as a supporter and your logo displayed in the raffle area on event day.

Register a team

Bring your employees to walk with us. Team registration is a great way to show your company's community values in action.

Donate items for walkers

Water, snacks, or branded swag for our walkers. Donors will be recognized as a supporter at the event.

Sponsor a team

Direct your support toward a specific walk team — great for businesses with a personal connection to the Down syndrome community.

Ready to make a difference?

Questions about sponsorship? We'd love to find the right fit for your business. Reach out anytime.

Sponsor Us Today Contact Us
815-272-1068 | info@chicagolandbuddywalk.org | facebook.com/ChicagolandBuddyWalk