GiGi’s 5K
May 17, 2026 | Longbranch Park | 8am
Event Overview
Come on SYRACUSE!
Let’s MOVE for ACCEPTANCE!
Join GiGi’s Playhouse Syracuse on Sunday, May17th, at our 5th Annual GiGi’s 5k Dash for Down syndrome.
Get the whole family moving for acceptance by participating in GiGi’s 5k Dash for Down syndrome.
The GiGi’s 5k Dash for Down syndrome is a physical and social movement for ACCEPTANCE FOR ALL!
GiGi’s Playhouse Syracuse is UNITING everyone across race, gender, abilities, beliefs, and more because
EVERY person deserves to be ACCEPTED as they are. Our amazing family and friends with Down syndrome are challenging YOU the greater SYRACUSE community to be ACCEPTING, GENEROUS, and KIND!
#GenerationG is a worldwide movement that goes beyond Down syndrome and sends a global message of ACCEPTANCE for all. When you take the #GenerationG pledge, you are committing to make a conscious decision to be better every day by being ACCEPTING, GENEROUS, and KIND!
See you in
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
Event Details
Longbranch Park
3813 Long Branch Rd
Liverpool, NY 13090
Schedule
8am - Registration Opens
930am - 5K
10am - 1 Mile Inspirational Walk
11:15am - Kids Dash for Down syndrome
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
Racer Sponsor - $5,000
- Customized signage designed and prominently displayed at the event
- Logo featured in local media print advertisements promoting the event
- Inclusion in local press releases
- Logo displayed on event promotional materials (posters, e-blasts, etc.) and the finish line banner arch
- Logo included in five social media posts
- Acknowledgment in event announcements
- Logo printed on event T-shirts
- Exhibitor table at the event
- Your contribution supports 1.5 years of Amina Grace Speech and Language services, one year of GiGi’s Kitchen Adult programming, and one year of Literacy and Math tutoring.
Sprinter Sponsor - $2,500
- Customized signage designed and displayed at the event
- Logo featured in local media print advertisements promoting the event
- Inclusion in local press releases
- Logo displayed on event promotional materials (posters, e-blasts, etc.), including the finish line arch
- Logo included in three social media posts
- Acknowledgment in event announcements
- Logo printed on event T-shirts
- Exhibitor table at the event
- Your contribution provides one full year of Amina Grace Speech and Language services for one participant.
Jogger Sponsor - $1,000
- Logo featured in local media print advertisements promoting the event
- Inclusion in local press releases
- Logo displayed on event promotional materials (posters, e-blasts, etc.)
- Logo included in one social media post
- Acknowledgment in event announcements
- Exhibitor table at the event
- Your contribution supports one year of GiGi’s Kitchen Teen programming and GiGiFIT programming.
Walker Sponsor - $500
- Name included in local media print advertisements
- Name featured on event promotional materials (posters, e-blasts, etc.)
- Exhibitor table at the event
- Your contribution provides six months of GiGi’s Kitchen Adult programming.
Thank you to our sponsors!
National Sponsors
