Sponsors & media
The Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon continues the 41-year legacy created by the Borgess Run for the Health of It through a commitment to excellence and health.
Our weekend of events is sure to bring your organization unique exposure and interaction with thousands of community members and visitors. At the heart of it, the Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon is about driving a healthy community for all - driving health through movement; driving health through community connection; driving health through local economic impact; and driving health by creating something that everyone of all ages, ethnicities, races, abilities, and identities can be a part of!
As a sponsor of the Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon, your organization will not only join the movement to drive a healthy community but your organization will be positively impacted through the various benefits offered at any level of commitment!
DRIVING A HEALTHY COMMUNITY
10 REASONS TO CONSIDER THIS A MEANINGFUL SPONSORSHIP
1. Adherence to 3 main goals
Driving a healthy community, great participant experience, and community engagement.
2. Committed to diversity & inclusion
We believe running (or walking!) is for people of all shapes, sizes, color, age, indentitiy, and ability.
3. Connects with your employees
Employees can get involved by running/walking, volunteering, or spectating.
4. Kalamazoo engagement
Moving the event to downtown Kalamazoo creates a greater opportunity for participants to engage with local businesses.
5. Year-round commitment
The planning committee meets every week, all year-round to ensure a successful event.
6. Supports charity
Participants can donate to suppirt one of our three charitity partners or donate to support a runner so everyone has the opportunity to run.
7. Sponsors receive keen attention
Race organizers will provide ongoing communication and are always available for questions, concerns, and general feedback.
8. Premium recognition
Sponsoring this event offers a plethora of promotional opportunities.
9. Great marketing strategies
Our strategy not only builds off the wonderful Kalamazoo community, but it brings in tourism to bolster our economy.
10. Sponsorship structure
The sponsorship structure was created to ensure your sponsorship is meanginful and makes an impact.
