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WRPA Partnership Opportunities

When you partner with WRPA, you demonstrate your commitment to fostering a culture of giving in our region and promoting high ethical standards in the parks and rec profession. Your company also benefits from widespread recognition among WRPA members and people who attend our conferences, training programs, and other events. Our sponsors receive a high level of visibility and are an exclusive group of organizations. Join in the fun and consider sponsoring WRPA today!

Open Opportunities:


Sign up for 2026 Annual Partnerships & Conference Opportunities
Sign Up to Sponsor Fall Training
Download 2026 Prospectus

Advertising Opportunities

For the first time, WRPA will be selling ad spots in our bi-monthly e-newsletter, on our calendar, and in our blog. Learn more about these opportunities below and take the advertising form to submit your content. 

Submit an Ad or Blog Post Now

WRPAToday Bi-Monthly Newsletter: $150-$250

Six Available

  • Reach more than 6000 park and recreation professionals by advertising in our newsletter
  • Sent out every other month beginning in February
  • Material subject to Board approval
  • Specs:
    • PNG, JPEG, GIF files only, minimum 72 dpi, file (Payment is required for submission.)

Size Options
$150                     $200                    $250
600 x 50 px         600 x 100 px          600 x 150 px

WRPA Calendar Posting: $100

Maximum three per company per year 

  • Reach more than 6000 park and recreation professionals by advertising your event on our calendar
  • Material subject to Board approval
  • Specs:
    • Date & Time
    • Event Tile & Description
    • Link to event page and registration form (Payment required for submission)

WRPA Blog Post: $50

Maximum two per company per year

  • Reach more than 6000 park and recreation professionals by submitting a blog post
  • Content must be educational and related to the park and recreation field (all sources must be linked)
  • Material subject to Board approval
  • Specs:
    • Word Document file, between 200-800 words, up to three images (JPEG, PNG, GIF only)
Submit an Ad or Blog Post Now

Annual Partnerships

Annual partnership provides your company with year-round exposure to WRPA's more than 2,700 members and more than 3,000 supporters. All annual partnerships include access to Conference promotion and deals on exhibit booths. Partnering with WRPA helps you...

  • Put your company front and center
  • Gain more exposure with your target market
  • Increase your reach to new customers and agencies
  • Re-enforce current relationships and engage throughout the year
  • Build strong connections with leaders and decision-makers

If you are interested in becoming an Annual Partner, sign up today or contact the WRPA Office at [email protected] for more details.

Annual Partner Registration - Opening Soon!

Conference Sponsorship

Conference Sponsorships provide your company with access to our two-and-a-half-day networking and education event which welcomes between 400 and 450 parks and recreation professionals, sponsors, exhibitors, and speakers each year. The Conference traditionally offers more than 40 educational sessions, four to six networking/socials, student activities, and more.

Offerings Include

  • Session Sponsorships
  • Keynote Sponsorships
  • Concessions Sponsorships
  • Socials & Event Sponsorships

 If you are interested in becoming a Conference Sponsor, sign up today or contact the WRPA Office at [email protected] for more details.

Sponsorship Registration Now Open

Sponsorship Highlights - New Opportunities This Year!

Golf Tournament Hole Sponsor – $1,500
Put your brand on the green! Includes logo on hole signage, plus the option to set up an informational table and additional signage. (18 available)

Neighborhood Park – $1,500 + décor
Design a relaxing 20’ x 20’ lounge area in the Exhibit Hall for attendees to connect and recharge. Showcase your brand through décor, signage, and promotional items. (Limited availability)

Paws for a Break – $2,500 (Exclusive)
Bring smiles to the trade show floor by hosting adoptable puppies with WRPA’s rescue partner. Includes booth signage, marketing recognition, and custom branding options.

Registration Sponsor – $2,500 (Exclusive)
Welcome every attendee! Includes logo on the registration webpage, confirmation emails, check-in kiosk, and ribbon wall, plus space for a banner or promotional giveaway.

Exhibit Booths

Details & Benefits:

  • Conference registrations include full access to the Conference (sessions, meals, and socials)
  • Exhibitor listing on interactive Trade Show map
  • Company name and contact information listed in Conference app
  • Access to pre-event attendee roster and post-event attendee roster (limited to those registrants who opt in)
Exhibit Space

Conference
Registration(s)

 WRPA Member

WRPA Non-Member
Includes 1 year Commercial Membership
10' x 10' Booth 1 $1,200 $1,700
10' x 20' Booth 2 $2,100 $2,600
20' x 20' Booth 4 $3,600 $4,100

 

 If you are interested in exhibiting, sign up today or contact the WRPA Office at [email protected] for more details.

Fall Training

Lanyard Sponsor – $500 + production (1)
Logo on materials, co-branded lanyards, 1 registration

Room Sponsor – $500 (2)
Logo on materials/signage, introduce speakers, 1 registration

Display Table – $350 WRPA / $850 Non-Member
6’ table, logo on materials, 1 registration