See you in 2026!
Thank you
THANK YOU for celebrating acceptance with us. We are so grateful to everyone who braved the chilly weather to join us for our 2025 Dash for Down Syndrome! From the bottom of our hearts, thank you to every runner, walker, donor, sponsor, volunteer, and cheerleader who made this event so special. On this day, YOU helped bring our mission to life through every step, smile, and high five.
Thank you again to our generous sponsors whose support fuels our free, purposeful programs at GiGi's Playhouse Canton.
To our amazing families and friends who hit the ground running (literally) by channeling your support for your loved one and for our Playhouse, we love you and are so proud of all the spirit and strength that you brought this year! This isn't just GiGi's Playhouse, this is YOUR Playhouse.
We can’t wait to see everyone back next year!
Your Support Changes Lives
"Time flies when you're having fun, and that's what the Playhouse is. Everyone genuinely cares about each other, and we have a great time together."
- Alyse, Conner's mom
National Sponsorship Opportunities
All National Sponsors receive the following benefits
- Recognition as a National Sponsor on GiGi’s 5K main webpage (3.5M reach)
- Visibility in national email campaigns (200,000+ subscribers)
- Logo + link on all GiGi’s 5K pre- and post-event national emails
- Inclusion in media advisories, press releases, and promotions across 55+ events
- Recognition as part of GiGi’s CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) Initiatives
- Exposure to 15,000+ event participants and 25M+ social media impressions
PRESENTING SPONSOR — $100,000
Our highest and most visible partnership level.
Brand Visibility
- Exclusive naming rights for the national GiGi’s 5K campaign across 55+ events
- Premier logo placement on all event t-shirts (15,000+ shirts)
- Top-tier logo placement on all GiGi’s 5k national webpages (3.5M annual reach)
- Top Placement on GiGi’s National Corporate Partners webpage
- Dedicated national social media announcement + campaign-long mentions
- Featured in full year GiGi’s National Newsletters (200,000+ subscribers)
- Press release inclusion as Presenting Sponsor in all national media advisories
Engagement + DEI Partnership
- Opportunity to co-create a CSR w/ GiGi’s Plan
- Invitation for your team to participate in national volunteer opportunities
- Recognition as a Certified #GenerationG Organizational Partner
Additional Benefits
- Full-page premium ad placement in the #GenerationG Magazine
- Guest appearance opportunity on GiGi’s, A Little Something Extra Podcast
PLATINUM SPONSOR — $75,000
Brand Visibility
VIP logo placement at all 55+ GiGi’s 5K events + all event shirts
- Logo placement on GiGi’s 5K websites and marketing collateral
- Inclusion on National Corporate Partners webpage
- National social media recognition
- Inclusion in national newsletter sponsor listings
Engagement + DEI Partnership
- Eligible for a customized CSR w/ GiGi’s Plan
- Invitation for your team to participate in national volunteer opportunities
- Recognition as a Certified #GenerationG Organizational Partner
Additional Benefits
- Premium ad placement in the #GenerationG Magazine
GOLD SPONSOR — $50,000
Brand Visibility
Logo placement at all 55+ GiGi’s 5K events and all event shirts
- Logo featured on GiGi’s 5K national website pages
- Listed on National Corporate Partners webpage
- Mention in national social media sponsor roundup
- Mention in national newsletter sponsor section
Engagement + DEI Partnership
- Recognition as a Certified #GenerationG Organizational Partner
- Invitation for your team to participate in national volunteer opportunities
Additional Benefits
- Half-page placement in #GenerationG Magazine
SILVER SPONSOR — $25,000
Brand Visibility
- Logo placement on GiGi’s 5K website and event materials
- Logo included on event t-shirts across 55+ Playhouses
- Listed on the National Corporate Partners webpage
- Social media sponsor acknowledgement post
Engagement + DEI Partnership
- Recognition as a Certified #GenerationG Organizational Partner
- Invitation for your team to participate in national volunteer opportunities
Additional Benefits
- Quarter-page ad in #GenerationG Magazine
Local Sponsorship Opportunities
Racer Sponsor - $5,000
- Exclusive "Presented by [Sponsor Name]" branding for the event (e.g., Dash for Down Syndrome: Presented by [Your Company])
- Eight registrations for the event
- Four guests invited to a private party with The Cleveland Keys (date to be determined by GiGi’s Playhouse)
- Opportunity to set up an informational table and engage with event participants
- Opportunity to speak during the opening ceremony for the event
- Custom banner designed and displayed at start/finish line
- Logo prominently displayed on event t-shirts
- Information included in the race packet
- Recognition in three tagged social media posts related to the event, including an exclusive spotlight feature
- Prominent logo placement on event website and event signage
Sprinter Sponsor - $2,500
- Six registrations for the event
- Custom yard sign designed and displayed on racecourse
- Inclusion in announcements at event
- Logo displayed on event t-shirt
- Information included in the race packet
- Recognition in two tagged social media posts related to this event
- Logo placement on event website and event signage
Jogger Sponsor - $1,000
- Four registrations for the event
- Inclusion in announcements at event
- Logo displayed on event t-shirt
- Information included in the race packet
- Recognition in one tagged social media post related to this event
- Recognition on event website and shared event signage
Walker Sponsor - $500
- Two registrations for the event
- Name recognition on event website
- Name on shared event signage
Additional Sponsorship Opportunities
T-Shirt Sponsor - $2,500
- Logo displayed exclusively on the sleeve of participant and volunteer t-shirts
- Information included in the race packet
- Recognition on event signage and website
Bib Sponsor ($1,250)
- Name or logo displayed at the registration table
- Information included in the race packet
- Recognition on event signage and website
Award Sponsor ($500)
- Information to be given out with prizes to top teams and runners
- Name recognition on event website
Thank you to our sponsors!
National Sponsors
Local Sponsorships
Sprinter Sponsor
Walker Sponsors
Tshirt Sponsor
