Franklin Girls Softball Association (FGSA) makes a pitch for sponsors

via the Franklin Girls Softball Association

Dear Potential FGSA Sponsor,

We would like to invite you to be part of our upcoming 2025 softball season. Our Opening Day is scheduled for May 10th, 2025. This special day is when we have the pleasure of introducing the Franklin community to all our players and wonderful sponsors during a festival we hold at our home fields.

We Want you to be part Of this community and partner with us through sponsorship! 

FGSA is made up of over 200 players and families. We Offer 3 softball programs: Spring Recreational, Travel, and Fall Ball. A program is offered for all skill levels and from ages 4-18. A mentoring program has been established within our league and it has become commonplace for our travel team players to volunteer their

time and efforts at skills clinics for our younger players. A sense of community is truly thriving within FGSX. 

All sponsorship contributions, made by organizations just like yours, go towards maintaining the quality of our program and help ensure we continue to offer girls from pre-K through high school a safe and fun place to learn and grow with fastpitch softball.

We have had to reinvent our traditional sponsorship program so that the benefits are far reaching yet cost effective. Our focus for advertising your business lies in social media posts, email blasts, and banner advertising on our webpage, all of which reach not only our Franklin participants, but also the teams from

surrounding towns that participate in our league play and in summer  tournaments.

This year we are asking for $200 in exchange for the following:

• Your company logo on our webpage, https://www.fgsafastpitch.org/, from May 2025 to May 2026
• Social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) posts promoting your business
• Email blasts to our families thanking you for your sponsorship
• Advertising in our Tournament Packet that will be distributed to all teams attending our 3 tournaments this summer. Our tournaments will bring 30+ teams, equaling over 400 families, to Franklin
• Your company name will be listed on the back of the opening day shirt worn by all Of our players, and you will be provided with a shirt to thank you for your sponsorship
• Your company logo will be printed on a large banner that is displayed at our Pisani 2 field all season and Summer, for everyone to see

Please see below for information needed to sponsor. On behalfof all FGSA players and families and the FGSA Board Of Directors, please accept our warmest thanks for your consideration.

FGSA fast pitch makes a pitch for sponsors

Best Regards,

Donna Barbato

FGSA Fundraising Coordinator

To become an FGSA sponsor:

1. Please email info@fgsafastpitch.org by April 4, 2025 with the following info:

Business Name

Contact Name

Contact Email

Contact Phone Number

Website

High Resolution File Of Business Logo

2. Please mail check payable to FGSA to:

Franklin Girls Softball Association

PO Box 706

Franklin, MA 02038

FGSA MA Taxpayer 11): 10512511

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BFCCPS schedules performances of "Annie" for March 7-9

BFCCPS schedules performances of "Annie" for March 7-9

 

"You can now pre-purchase tickets, place an ad in the program or send well wishes to the cast & crew. 

Please visit this site for all the details! -> https://www.bfccps.org/apps/s/?s=12777"

Children's Museum of Franklin adds Corporate Sponsors

via the Children's Museum of Franklin: 

"Joyfully announcing our newest corporate partners: @cesar.barbershop, a true Franklin destination , and @bostonnetworks, opening its newest location in Franklin next month!  

Thank you for your support and commitment to this community!"

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You can add your contribution too! https://www.childrensmuseumfranklin.org/donate

Children's Museum of Franklin adds Corporate Sponsors

13th Annual Franklin Turkey Trot Raises $49,630 for the Franklin Food Pantry

The Franklin Food Pantry, which provides supplemental food assistance and programs in Franklin, Massachusetts, announces that a record-breaking $49,630 was raised by more than 950 runners and 65 sponsors at this year’s annual Turkey Trot held on Thanksgiving Morning, Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024. The funds raised support programs and services that assist more than 1,800 individuals and families and surpasses last year’s fundraising effort of $45,000. Organized in conjunction with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Franklin, this is the thirteenth year for the family-friendly fun run, which welcomed participants of all levels and abilities.

13th Annual Franklin Turkey Trot

“Whether you ran, walked, donated, or cheered us on, your support means the world to those we serve,” said Tina Powderly, Executive Director of the Franklin Food Pantry. “Thanks to your generosity and the help of our amazing sponsors, we raised nearly $50,000 to provide nutritious food and essential goods to our neighbors in need. We’re so grateful to be part of such a caring and giving community—thank you for making a difference!”

The Franklin Food Pantry is grateful for the following organizations and individuals who served as this year’s race sponsors:

Presenting Sponsors: G&C Plumbing & Heating and Sweetgreen 

Platinum Sponsors: Accurate Baker Elman, LDS Church Franklin, MyFM 101.3, Next9Up, Physician One Urgent Care, Notturo Home Services, Terrazza, and Wild Birds Unlimited

Gold Sponsors: America’s Best Defense, Body Fit Training, Club Pilates Franklin Village, Eagle Stainless Tube & Fabrication, Inc., Franklin Knights of Columbus Council 1847, Franklin Physical Therapy, Middlesex Bank, Mount Street Farm, Paul A. Longobardi & Sons Trucking, Sabolinski Family, Vet Med Pet Supplies, and Wicked Fitness Franklin

Silver Sponsors: Active Recovery Boston, Adirondack Club, Advanced European Repair, Baur Family, Dean Bank, Elizabeth’s Bagels, Emmons St. LLC, Franklin Matters, Grove Street Auto Repair, Hilltop Auto, Junk Dunkers, Keefe Insurance, Mint Dental, Nutrify Performance Nutrition for Women, LLC., Poirier Home Improvement, Simon’s Furniture, Spiffy Designs, Starr & Glick Orthodontics, Valerie Fila, Vendetti Motors, Inc., and Xpression Prints 

Friends Sponsors: Allegra Marketing, Daniella Bush, Chestnut Dental, Donohue Family, Robert Doyle, Fitzgerald Family, Franklin Interfaith Council, Alexandra Frey, William Haddad, Rebecca Hauk, Timothy Hughes, Johnson Family, Janine Kizik, Lobo Family, Normandin Family, O’Neill Family, Powderly Family, The Rome Restaurant, Sancher Family, Allison Sheen, Tait/Shimer/Shanks Family, Van Roon Chiropractic, and Whitmore Family 

The Franklin Food Pantry thanks the following local businesses and partners who provided food for race day morning: Garelick Farms, Shaw’s Supermarket, and members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 

The Franklin Food Pantry thanks the following local business and partners who provided door prizes for the event: Body Fit Training, Child Therapy Boston, Comer Teng Studio, Elizabeth’s Bagels, Learning Express Toys, Kevin Holmes, Level 99, Muffin House, Stott Family, Urban Air Adventure Park, USMMA, and Wicked Fitness Franklin

For more information on the Franklin Food Pantry, to receive food assistance, or to donate funds and food, please visit www.franklinfoodpantry.org.

About the Franklin Food Pantry, Inc.

The Franklin Food Pantry, Inc. offers supplemental food assistance, household necessities, and resource referral programs to more than 1,800 individuals per year. The Pantry relies on donations and grants to purchase items and pay for daily operations, and partnerships with The Greater Boston Food Bank, Spoonfuls, and local grocery stores to achieve greater buying power and lower costs. 

Programs include In-person Shopping, Curbside Pick-up, Emergency Food Bags, Mobile Pantries, Home Delivery, Kids’ Snack Bags, Weekend Backpacks, Holiday Meal Kits, and the SNAP match at Franklin Farmers Market. The Pantry is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization in good standing in Massachusetts, recognized by Charity Navigator as a Four-Star Charity, and awarded GuideStar’s Platinum Transparency ranking. The Pantry is located at 341 W. Central St. in Franklin, MA on Route 140. Please visit www.franklinfoodpantry.org for more information.

Dean Dash 5K scheduled for Nov 3 & looking for Sponsors

Hi everyone! 

On behalf of my class I am excited to announce the Dean College - Dean Dash 5K happening on November 3, 2024 starting at Longley Athletics Complex! 

Dean Dash 5K scheduled for Nov 3 & looking for Sponsors

This event is organized by seniors as part of our senior capstone project, and we're looking for sponsors to help make it a success. Sponsoring the Dean Dash is a great way to support our college community while promoting your business to a local audience. 

In return, we offer:

• Brand visibility during the event 🏅

• Logo placement on promotional materials 📝

• Social media shoutouts 📲

• Opportunities to engage with participants!

If you’re interested in partnering with us, please reach out for more details. Let’s make this event unforgettable! contact info: aflores@student.dean.edu

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You can help with this Dean College student project for a Coaching Symposium

Dear Franklin  

My name is Elliott Steinberg, and I am currently a student at Dean College. 

I am reaching out to you regarding a special event that my class is organizing—the second annual Dean College Coaching Symposium, scheduled for December 6th. We are required to create an event entirely from scratch to provide students with valuable hands-on experience in event planning, management, and marketing. 

The symposium serves as a forum where coaches from various sports can come together to discuss challenges within the industry and explore strategies for improvement. Our goal is to provide a learning environment where coaches can share knowledge, network, and gain insights that will improve their coaching skills and their ability to navigate complex issues in sports today. 

We are actively seeking sponsorship from local businesses to help support us. Your sponsorship would contribute to the symposium's success and help foster the growth of young professionals in the field of sports. In exchange for your support, we are offering several opportunities for your business to gain visibility among attendees and in the community. 

I would love to discuss how your organization can get involved. You can either ping me on here or email me at esteinebrg674@gmail.com.   

Sincerely, 

Elliott Steinberg 

Dean College Student

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You can help with this Dean College student project for a Coaching Symposium

Thanks to the Empty Bowls Sponsors! Get your tickets for May 23

Via Franklin Food Pantry: 

Empty Bowls is Thursday, May 23!  

Don't miss this family friendly event which is made possible by our many sponsors including Advanced European Repair, All Around Gymnastic Academy, the Baur Family (Amber Baur), Chestnut Dental, Eagle Stainless Tube and Fabrication, Feet in Motion School of Dance, Franklin Matters (Stephen Sherlock), Grove Street Auto Repair, Knights of Columbus #1847, and Next9Up .  

Thank you sponsors!

Get your tickets at https://www.franklinfoodpantry.org/emptybowls/

Thanks to the Empty Bowls Sponsors! Get your tickets for May 23

Yes, I am proud to be a sponsor for this event to create awareness around of food insecurity needs.  Did you catch my conversation with the Empty Bowls leadership team?

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/04/this-episode-talks-about-working-with.html

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Franklin Girls Softball Association looking for sponsors for the upcoming season

"Do you know a local business who could be interested in our sponsorship program?  

Please direct them to the Sponsorship page on our website:
https://t.co/1Btbfkwpqs  for a great way to support our community and our program. 

Thank you for your help getting the word out! "

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Franklin Girls Softball Association looking for sponsors for the upcoming season

SAFE Coalition seeks community partners to help support their key programs

Have you been thinking about supporting your little community? 

We are actively looking for community partnerships to support our amazing and life-changing programming! Reach out to us today to learn about these opportunities!

• NARCAN
• Afterschool Teen Program
• Transportation services
• Medical Support Staff
• Harm Reduction Care

For more information on how to support these programs please reach out to Jennifer Knight-Levine at jknight-levine@safecoalitionma.org 

SAFE Coalition seeks community partners to help support their key programs

Franklin Harvest Festival Sponsorships available for those wanting to make a difference

Put the Spotlight on Your Business

Bring Attention to your Business While Supporting the Community Be a sponsor of this year's Harvest Festival! Your sponsorship will include: Logo listed on all related Promotional Materials, Posters & Signage - (Platinum, Gold and Silver levels) Smaller size logo listed on all related Promotional Materials, Posters, & Signage - (Bronze Level) Name listed on all related Promotional Materials, Posters & and Signage- (Friends Level) Listed in all related Press Releases  Highlighted on Website: franklindowntownpartnership.org  Advertised on local radio Promoted on social media Sponsors get booth at event located on Exclusive Sponsorship Row area of event; Platinum sponsor get two booths On-going announcement of Sponsors by DJ and Band during the Harvest Festival   Just email us the sponsorship form and the level you would like to be listed as (see the levels here) and we'll get you on the sponsorship list!  Please email the FDP office to let us know you'll be a sponsor! Franklin Downtown Partnership • 774-571-3109 • FranklinDowntownPartnership.org

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Franklin Downtown Partnership: Beautification Sponsors Needed

Downtown Springing to Life

BEAUTIFICATION SPONSORS NEEDED The Partnership's Beautification Committee and the Franklin Garden Club will be planting hundreds of flowers in downtown center in May.   We are in need of sponsors to help fund this initiative to make the center even more attractive and draw customers to downtown businesses. Here is a rundown of sponsorship opportunities: Platinum Sponsor (Industry Exclusive) $800 Gold Sponsor $500 Silver Sponsor $300 Bronze Sponsor $250  As a sponsor, your business will be listed on the signs in downtown center for a year! Your company name will be listed in our press releases, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and on our website. View this year's sponsorship opportunities and the benefits of membership. Please email the FDP office to let us know you are interested in being a sponsor! Franklin Downtown Partnership • 774-571-3109 • FranklinDowntownPartnership.org ‌ ‌ ‌

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CommonWealth Magazine: transparency needed in evaluating correctional expenses and with Globe sponsored content

"MASSACHUSETTS SPENDS MORE than $1 billion a year to incarcerate roughly 13,000 people in its state prisons and county houses of correction, but a lot of the details of that spending are shrouded in mystery and uncertainty. 

As part of the recent wave of attention to criminal justice reform, the Legislature recently formed a special commission to try to make sense of correctional spending in the state. The call for a commission was driven by a steep drop in the state’s inmate population – the total is now roughly half the peak of recent decades – that has occurred with no corresponding reduction in corrections spending. Meanwhile, per inmate spending varies widely among the state’s 14 sheriffs who oversee houses of correction, and there is widespread concern among those outside the system that inmates are not receiving adequate rehabilitative services while behind bars. 

A big takeaway from the commission’s recently issued report, said its two co-chairs, Sen. Will Brownsberger and Rep. Michael Day, on this week’s Codcast, is the need for much clearer information on spending and inmate programming in order to assess what changes are needed.  "

Correctional Funding Report -> https://correctionalfunding.com/commission-report/ 

Continue reading the article online

https://commonwealthmagazine.org/the-download/making-sense-of-correctional-spending-2/ 

"THE BOSTON GLOBE is facing a growing chorus of criticism from public health advocates and media critics for working with Philip Morris to create and publish stories featuring interviews with prominent scientists, many of whom say they were never told the true purpose of the interviews – for inclusion in Philip Morris ads.

A coalition of six leading public health organizations sent a letter last month to Globe owner and publisher John Henry in an effort to persuade him to get rid of the tobacco ads. He did not respond.

To be sure, the Philip Morris ads in the Globe today are nothing like the tobacco ads of the past. Gone are the Marlboro man and his ilk. Instead, the tobacco ads in the Globe nowadays take the form of what’s known as “sponsored content” articles, a type of advertising that looks similar to Globe news stories with headlines, bylines, and even the same font the paper uses. The ads run under the heading “From our Partners” on the Globe’s website."

Continue reading the article online

https://commonwealthmagazine.org/media/scientists-object-to-inclusion-in-globes-philip-morris-ads/

CommonWealth Magazine: transparency needed in evaluating correctional expenses and with Globe sponsored content

Shamrock Walk for Refugees raises over $7,000 on a foggy morning (photo essay)

Lead by members of the Franklin Neighborhood Support Team, about 100 people gathered to walk (and run) around the Franklin High School track Saturday morning.

Shamrock Walk for Refugees

registration for the non-competitive walk, conversations were encouraged

sponsor listing for the Shamrock Walk for Refugees

The Shamrock Walk for Refugees raised over $7,000 to help support the Afghan family now living in Franklin. Multiple vendors provided gifts for the raffle.

Adam Calvert thanked those participating and the sponsors

group photo before starting the walk/run

Donations are still accepted through the website https://walkforrefugees.org/

at the start of the walk

Listen to the recording of my conversation with Jerika Lowry and Adam Calvert about the organization creation and support being provided by the Neighborhood Support Team for the local Afghan family
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/02/inside-shamrock-walk-for-refugees.html

Additional photos can be found in one album

https://photos.app.goo.gl/UKJiv7iwZiPzngwd9