Become a Sponsor
Thank you for considering sponsorship opportunities with South Loop Farmers Market (SLFM) this year. For nearly a decade, SLFM has been a catalyst in pushing forward the local food movement in Chicago's diverse and growing South Loop community. We are looking forward to our 8th annual market season and would love to have you join our growing family of sponsors and partners.
South Loop Farmers Market relies on our partner’s support to produce two beloved neighborhood markets. Sponsorship funding goes towards all operational costs, programming, staffing, marketing, and accessibility needs.
SLFM is excited to work with organizations, brands, and agencies who share our values of supporting small businesses & farmers and giving back to the community. ​Please complete our online application for sponsors/partners. You can also contact Tina Feldstein at 312.401.2688 or tina@southloopfarmersmarket.com with any questions or to request more detailed information about opportunities with SLFM.
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Thank you to our 2023 Premier Sponsors NEMA, Chicago Rec Sports, Robert Yoshimura of Compass and Rush South Loop! We couldn’t have done this without you!
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Sponsor Details
Let's Partner! Whether your organization is big or small, let's work together on designing experiences that create authentic connection between our vendors, shoppers, and your brand.
Expose your brand to a targeted audience of thousands of South Loop shoppers, tens of thousands of South Loop residents, and neighboring stakeholders, through our weekly in-person outdoor markets or robust digital offerings.
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The SLFM team is dedicated to and passionate about helping small farmers and food businesses thrive and we're excited to announce that SLFM is now managing two markets at different locations in Chicago's South Loop!
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Our Locations
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South Loop Farmers Market, Grant Park
Dates: Thursdays 4pm-8pm, beginning June 1 through September 28, 2023
Location: Southeast Corner of Michigan Avenue and Roosevelt Road | Corner of Grant Park Chicago.
South Loop Farmers Market, Printers Row
Dates: Saturdays 9am-1pm, beginning June 3 through October 14, 2023
Location: 632 S Dearborn St, Printers Row Park
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Let us help you gain access to our South Loop audience! We offer quality marketing value to help your brand’s visibility and a direct opportunity to strengthen your company’s social impact initiatives.
We’re happy to customize any sponsorship package to meet your unique goals. Whether you’re looking to participate with us onsite at one of our beautiful locations or want to focus exclusively on social media and online exposure, we’ve got you covered.
​South Loop Farmers Market Sponsorship Opportunities
Outdoor Market Participation, Full Season Availability
Full season, 10x10 spots onsite, 20 weeks, at both of our locations, for a total of 40 opportunities for onsite community engagement.
Outdoor Market Participation, Rotating Availability
Weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly 10x10 spots onsite. Available at both of our locations.
Exclusive Merchandise Sponsorship
Create custom shopping bags, recipe kits, take-aways for the kids and family, and more! Available at both of our locations.
Digital Advertising Packages
Website feature pages or custom ads, including your logo, bio, and/or specialized message.
Engage on Social
Work with our team to create and include valuable content via all of SLFM’s social media channels.
Email Marketing
Feature your company in our email newsletter with a reach of 10K+
Outdoor Advertising Inclusion
Include your company on our logo, banners, posters, and/or directional street signage.
Press Releases
Feature your brand + information in our press releases throughout the season.
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Custom Experiences
Work one on one with our team to create custom digital content for social media, email marketing, & outdoor advertising inclusion and/or brainstorm ideas to host an experiential workshop or activation to design an authentic experience according to your unique marketing goals.
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Please complete our online application for sponsors/partners. You can also contact Tina Feldstein at 312.401.2688 or tina@southloopfarmersmarket.com with any questions or to request more detailed information about opportunities with SLFM.