Partner With NSIM
One of Duluth's most unique events. Learn more about the great opportunities that come alongside partnering with our historic event.
Types of Partnerships
Presenting
Partner
Our Top Level partner, the presenting partner gets all the bells and wistles for their support in our race. Click below to see what you get.
Supporting
Partner
Our fourth level is perfect for the growing business and offers some great market opportunities to grow your brand Click below to see what you get.
Major
Partner
Our second level partnership, our major partners are instramental in the success of our event. Click below to see what you get.
Media
Partner
The NorthShore Inline Marathon is proud to partner with some amazing media organizations to help us spread the word of our event. Click below to see what you get.
Superior
Partner
Our third level sponsorship is designed for businesses looking at growing their local footprint. Click below to see what you get.
Lodging / Travel
Partner
As a destination event we rely heavily on our hotel & travel partners to ensure we continue bringing the best of the best to our event. Click below to see what you get.
NSIM Facts
Second largest Inline Marathon in the World
NSIM is a 501(C)3 Nonprofit
Since starting 10 different Olympians have won our race
Had over 60,000 web site sessions last year
Hosts 9 races during their race weekend
Recognized as one of the best inline marathons in the world
Brings in over 2,400 racers from around the world
Over 300,000 annual reach on social media
Partner Perks:
Presenting Partner - $10,000 - Limit 5 (2 open spots)
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Logo on the website with a blurb about your company.
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Additionally logo on a majority of pages of the website
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Recognition on the finisher shirt
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Recognition on the volunteer shirt
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10x Shoutouts on social media (provided by sponsor)
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Shoutout on all email blasts
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Blog showcase of your commitment to NSIM
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Featured blog written by you on any topic you find relevant (must be approved by NSIM)
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Showcased on the cover of the event guide
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Showcased in the sponsor section of the event guide
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Ability to add packet stuffer items (must be approved by NSIM)
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2,500 needed
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Ability to be the host of a watch location on the race course on race day
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You get the first choice of location
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Half-page ad in the event guide
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Ability to host 2 clinics at the Health & Fitness Expo
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Must be approved by NSIM
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Ability to be the “Official _____ of the NorthShore Inline Marathon”
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Naming right to any race or the Skate & Helth Expo
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Half Marathon run, 10k run, and NorthShore Inline Marathon are currently taken
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Available - Expo / Rollerski / Half Marathon Skate
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20 Free entries to our races
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5 free entries to give away through a giveaway of your choice
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20 entries to the VIP lounge
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Free 10x20 Booth at the Skate & Health Expo
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Ability to present an award at the award ceremony
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40 Free entries into the Oktoberfest Afterparty
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1 Pullup banner created by NSIM showcasing that your business is a presenting sponsor for your office space & during the Skate & Health Expo
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Feature on all generic media including posters, handout cards, and billboards
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Exclusive branding at the start and finish lines and podium backdrop
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2 branded mile markers
Major Partner - $5,000 - Limit 8
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Logo on the website
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Recognition on the volunteer shirt
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5x Shoutouts on social media (sponsor)
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Shoutout on email blasts for 3 months
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Blog showcase of your commitment to NSIM
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Featured blog written by you on any topic you find relevant (must be approved by NSIM)
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Showcased in the sponsor section of the event guide
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Ability to add packet stuffer items (must be approved by NSIM)
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2,500 needed
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Ability to be the host of a watch location on the race course on race day
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Third-page ad in the event guide
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Ability to host a clinic at the Health & Fitness Expo
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Must be approved by NSIM
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Ability to be the “Official _____ of the NorthShore Inline Marathon”
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Presenting Sponsor has the first right of refusal
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10 Free entries to our races
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3 free entries to give away through a giveaway of your choice
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10 entries to the VIP lounge
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Free 10x20 Booth at the Skate & Health Expo
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Ability to present an award at the award ceremony (first come, first served)
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Ability to get naming rights on the VIP Lounge or Public Lounge (first come, first served) or ability to get naming rights to one of the water stations
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20 Free entries into the Oktoberfest Afterparty
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Exclusive branding at the start and finish lines and podium backdrop
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1 branded mile marker
Superior Partner - $2,500 - Limit 10
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Logo on the website
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Recognition on the volunteer shirt
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2x Shoutouts on social media (provided by sponsor)
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Shoutout on email blasts for an entire month
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Blog showcase of your commitment to NSIM
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Showcased in the sponsor section of the event guide
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Ability to add packet stuffer items (must be approved by NSIM)
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2,500 needed
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Ability to be the host of a watch location on the race course on race day
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Quarter page ad in the event guide
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Ability to host a clinic at the Health & Fitness Expo
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Must be approved by NSIM
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5 Free entries to our races
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2 free entries to give away through a giveaway of your choice
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5 entries to the VIP lounge
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Free 10x20 Booth at the Skate & Health Expo
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10 Free entries into the Oktoberfest Afterparty
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1 Branded Mile Markers
Supporting Partner - $500 - Unlimited
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Logo on the website
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Recognition on the volunteer shirt
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Shoutout on social media (provided by sponsor)
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Blog showcase of your commitment to NSIM
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Showcased in the sponsor section of the event guide
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Ability to add packet stuffer items
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must be approved by NSIM
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2,500 needed
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1 Free entry to our races
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1 free entry to give away through a giveaway of your choice
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1 entry to the VIP lounge
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Free 10x10 Booth at the Skate & Health Expo
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5 Free entries into the Oktoberfest Afterparty
Corporate Team Partner - 10+ entrants - Unlimited
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Recognition on the website
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Recognition on the volunteer shirt
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Shoutout on social media
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Ability to win the “biggest corporate team” award and trophy
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Showcased in the sponsor section of the event guide
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1 free entry to give away through a giveaway
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10 Free entries into the Oktoberfest Afterparty
Friends of the NorthShore - 30 hours of Cumulative volunteer service - Unlimited
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Recognition on the website
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Recognition on the volunteer shirt
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Shoutout on social media
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Showcased in the sponsor section of the event guide
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1 free entry to give away through a giveaway
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10 Free entries into the Oktoberfest Afterparty
Media Partner- In Kind
We would partner with local media companies to help promote the race and host different things like a viewing party.
In-Kind Partner - Varies - Unlimited
In-kind Partner is recognized with their donated amount
For more information on sponsorship feel free to call or email us. We would love to hear from you.
(218)-723-1503