2015 CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

WHDA Board of Directors, Committees & VolunteersBOARD OF DIRECTORS:

President: Chris Furlough

V.P. Economic Restructuring: Trent Tetterton

Promotions: Rebecca Clark & Garleen Woolard

Design: Bill Cummings

Organization: Harold Robinson & Leigh Gertz

At Large Merchants: Bob Henkel

Maritime Committee Fred Watkins

Secretary: Jaki Kennedy

City Liaison: John Rodman Planning Dept.

Ex-Officio: Catherine Glover- Washington/B.C. Chamber of Commerce

Lynn Lewis - WTDA

Brian Alligood - City Manager

Board Meetings held the third Wednesday of the month at the Chamber of Commerce at 8:30AM. The public is welcomed to attend.

Special recognition goes to our sister organiza-tions, who have a shared interest in helping Little Washington realize its full potential and who allow us to partner with them to achieve this goal.

The Washington/Beaufort County Chamber of Commerce,

Beaufort County Arts Council,

Washington Tourism Development Authority,

Pamlico Sail and Power Squadron,

Washington Area Historic Foundation,

& The Noon Rotary

There are many other volunteers that WHDA re-lies on throughout the year. Without their partici-pation we could not meet our namy goals.

Special thanks goes to the City of Washington, that understands the importance of economic

development and actively supports our efforts; both financially and operationally.

CORPORATE SPONSORS:

Beth ByrdD I R E C T O R

Email: whda@washingtononthewater.com

Web Site: www.whda.org

102 East 2nd strEEt, suitE 311a, Washington, nC 27889

Cell: 252-947-1487

Office: 252-946-3969

WHDA’s Mission: The mission of Washington Harbor District Alliance is to improve economic conditions and quality of life while serving as a facilitator and catalyst to renew, restore, rebuild and invest in the Harbor District.

WHDA’s Vision: The Washington Harbor District is the center for the arts, unique shops and restaurants, diverse festivals, and is the center for interplay with the Pamlico River. The Harbor District embraces its historical port town past and helps grow businesses and recreation that promotes its future.

2015 EVENTS

Join the movement to improve downtownWashington Harbor District Alliance (WHDA) is a non-profit organization. Our sole purpose is to support downtown Washington by concentrating on four areas of work:

Promotion: Establishing downtown as an enticing place for shoppers, investors and visitors. This means not only bolstering sales but also rekindling community excitement and involvement.

Organization: Building partnerships to create a consistent revitalization program and develop effective management and leadership downtown.

Design: Enhancing the visual quality of the downtown.

Economic Restructuring: Strengthening the existing economic assets of the business district while diversifying its economic base.

WHDA is a volunteer driven organization. These volunteers, with the help of one staff member have worked diligently to advance WHDA.

WHDA has enjoyed many milestones in the past five years. WHDA has; Created the Maritime Team that has succeeded in advocating for a new manage-ment structure for the Waterfront Docks and has facilitated the planning of the new Lighthouse Bathroom Facility; Is close to instituting the new Wayfinding plan for Washington; Helped build Festival Park by contributing money and volunteer hours; Established a consistent branding effort for the Harbor District; Successfully instituted a corporate sponsorship program that has revolutionized our ability to maintain needed funding for events and expand our marketing; Resolutely re-cruited businesses; Consistently advanced the Harbor District and the Washington Visualization and Reinvestment Strategy adopted in 2009But, we still have a long way to go...

WHDA is seeking your participation as a committed partner by asking for your financial support. Anyone who recognizes the importance of a thriving harbor district in Beaufort County shares WHDA’s purpose. We ask you to join with the volunteers, property owners, merchants and other organizations who have given their time & money to support the Harbor District Alliance.

Strong Connections To The CommunityFacebook Insights:2534+ Friends Up 20%, Total weekly reach of over 1,200 Friends 58% are in the age range of 18 to 54 ,71% are Women, 28% are Men

New updated web site ready to launch this spring!

Email Contacts: 3,425 and growing. We also enjoy reciprocal forwarding emails from partner agencies such as the Washington/BC Chamber of Commerce, Wash. Tourism Development Authority and the BC Arts Council.

Currently a member of Port of Washington Project and available to assist other grass roots effort to get off the ground.

2015 CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIESWhen you choose to sponsor WHDA your money will go directly into the marketing and cost for a year of events brought to Washington by Washington Harbor District Alliance.

You will be included in the advertising for these major events: Washington Marine Market, Memorial Day Event*, (7) Music in the Streets, the 4th of July celebration*, Pickin’ on the Pamlico, Git’ Down Downtown*, and Hometown Holidays* Television advertising

Besides the goodwill and publicity created for your company, you will receive: Your company logo included in all print ads and TV ads under the title Corporate Sponsor

Your company logo will be placed on our popular Facebook page and web site with a direct link to your web page.

Your company listed as a corporate sponsor in all emails sent from the WHDA office.

Complimentary space provided at Music In the Streets (7), Git’ Down Downtown and Washington Marine Market with which you can promote your company and its products.

Recognition at all events as Corporate level sponsor. 10 Tickets for the Git’ Down Downtown Concert on September 12th

4 tickets to Pickin’ on the Pamlico on August 12th

This is an annual campaign - contribute once and you’re done! Installment payments are gratefully accepted.

WHDA is an incorporated 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and contributions are tax deductible (Federal Tax ID # 20-0175742)

Why Support Washington Harbor District Alliance?By supporting WHDA you will also be marketing your company!

It will broaden your competitive edge by improving your company’s image, prestige and credibility.

It will boost your company’s visibility in eastern North Carolina.

It is an inexpensive way of enhancing your company’s public profile, differentiating your company from competitors and showcasing services and products.

By supporting WHDA you’ll reach you target market. Sponsorships can boost both short-term and long-term sales.

Given the current trend moving the local economy away from industry and towards tourism, it is critical that Washington focuses on offering events that make Washington a destination for many.

It is important the WHDA present a consistent message to neighboring areas that Washington is a fun town and worth the effort to visit. On the other hand, offering frequent events improves the quality of life for all who call Beaufort County their home. Either way, it is a win-win for both visitors and residents. And a win-win for your company when you become a corporate sponsor and are listed as a corporate sponsor for our many events.

Art Walk – March 27th, June 26th, September 25th, November 27thA time to showcase our thriving art scene. Galler-ies and merchants open late and serving refresh-ments.

Music In The Streets 3rd Friday of the Month; April thru Oct.A 13 year celebration of music, dance and a time to enjoy all the Harbor District has to offer!

Saturday Market – Every Saturday Starting April 18th thru October 10thWeekly farmers and artisan market held on the West end of Stewart Parkway.

Washington Marine Market – Sat, April 25thAnything and Everything Nautical for Sale with entertainment from the all day BOCO Music Festival.

Memorial Day Celebration - May 25th Help us honor all those who have served this great nation. Music, inspiring speeches and fireworks. Scheduled to perform are the 82nd Airborne Division Band, and the Backyard Groove Band.

Lee Chevrolet’s 4th of July & the City of Washington Fireworks Jupiter Jones rockin’ the crowds, food, corn hole tournament, children’s activities and fireworks,

Pickin’ on the Pamlico - August 15Let’s celebrate the abundance of seafood that comes from our local waters! All you can eat crabs and shrimp, drink a cold beer, enjoy some dancing all along the beautiful Pamlico River.

Git’ Down Downtown!– September 12th from 5:00 to 9:00 PMCome to hear the American Idol finalist & country singer Emily Minor.

Hometown Holidays – December 6thFeaturing the Christmas parade, Toys for Tots Campaign, merriment and festivities.