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The Francis P. O’Connor Memorial Turkey Trot for the Memory is powered by the generosity of our community. Whether you become a sponsor, volunteer your time, or make a donation, your support helps preserve a cherished Thanksgiving tradition while advancing Alzheimer’s research, education, care, and resources.

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Become a Sponsor

Each Thanksgiving, runners, walkers, volunteers, and supporters come together to honor Judge Francis P. O’Connor and raise funds in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease. Sponsorship helps offset race expenses so more proceeds can support research, education, care, and community resources.

Sponsorship Levels

Presenting Sponsor $7,500

Gold Sponsor $3,500

Silver Sponsor $1,500

Bronze Sponsor $750

Community Sponsor $250

Friend of the Race $100

Sponsorship Benefits

Benefit	Presenting	Gold	Silver	Bronze	Community	Friend
Event naming recognition	✓	—	—	—	—	—
Largest logo on event T-shirt	✓	—	—	—	—	—
Logo on event T-shirt	✓	✓	✓	✓	—	—
Website recognition	Logo + link	Logo + link	Logo + link	Logo + link	Name	Name
Featured on homepage	✓	✓	—	—	—	—
Featured in sponsor slideshow	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	—
Dedicated social media post	✓	✓	—	—	—	—
Group social media recognition	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	—
Race-day announcements	✓	✓	✓	✓	—	—
Complimentary registrations	4	3	2	1	—	—
Choice of available race-day recognition*	✓	✓	✓	—	—	—

*Race-day recognition opportunities are subject to availability and confirmed on a first-committed basis.

Race-Day Recognition

Featured Sponsorship Opportunities

Presenting, Gold, and Silver sponsors may select one available featured race-day opportunity. The Bib Sponsor is a separate exclusive sponsorship.

Bib Sponsor — Exclusive Opportunity

Exclusive recognition as the official race bib sponsor, with your logo featured on participant bibs throughout the event.

Finish Line Sponsor

Dedicated recognition and signage at the race finish line.

Start Line Sponsor

Recognition and signage where participants gather before the race.

Water Station Sponsor

Recognition at a high-visibility hydration station along the course.

Tribute Display Sponsor

Recognition near the memorial tribute display honoring those affected by Alzheimer’s disease.

Submit Your Logo

Email a high-resolution vector file, preferably EPS, to Amy Kotsopoulos.

Maximum logo size: 2.5 inches wide × 1.5 inches high.

Submit Payment

Checks: Make payable to Turkey Trot for the Memory, Inc.

Molly Lizotte, Treasurer/TTFTM
7 Washington Road
Northborough, MA 01532

Sponsorship Questions

Jim Heald
jamesheald71@gmail.com
508-612-5836

Jane Lizotte
jlizotte2@gmail.com
774-841-8875

In-kind contributions are welcome. Donations of food, beverages, raffle prizes, professional services, and other race-day support are recognized on the website, social media, and at the event as appropriate.

Volunteer

Help Make Race Morning Possible

Every successful Turkey Trot depends on volunteers who welcome participants, support the course, and help create an outstanding race-day experience. Individuals, families, students, community organizations, and workplace groups are welcome.

Registration and bib pickup
Event setup
Course support
Water and refreshments
Participant check-in
Sponsor and tribute displays
Photography
Cleanup

Donate

Every Gift Makes a Difference

Donations help preserve this Thanksgiving tradition while supporting Alzheimer’s research, education, care, and community resources.

Turkey Trot for the Memory, Inc. is a nonprofit public charity recognized under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

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Questions About Getting Involved?

Whether you are interested in sponsoring, volunteering, or donating, we would be happy to help you find the right opportunity.

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