Sponsorship Opportunities

A Message from our CEO

At Clarington Library, Museums & Archives, we believe in the power of stories, creativity, and connection to bring our community closer together.

We’re inviting you to join us as a sponsor to help us expand the reach of our programs and services that make a difference in the lives of so many.

Together, we can create opportunities for discovery, celebration, and growth while highlighting your business as a vital partner in building a stronger, more connected Clarington. I’d love to connect! Please contact me at ceo@cplma.ca to discuss further. 

Your Support Is Important

Clarington Library, Museums & Archives takes great pride in our role as a community destination. 

Sponsoring your local public library, museums & archives is a powerful way to support community education, technology access, cultural preservation, and social inclusion. Libraries and museums provide vital resources and programs for all ages, fostering lifelong learning and bridging digital and social divides. 

Sponsors benefit from enhanced brand visibility and positive public relations, while also demonstrating a commitment to corporate responsibility. Sponsorship of the Clarington Library, Museums & Archives creates opportunities for engagement and leaves a lasting, positive impact on the community, making it a meaningful investment for businesses and individuals alike. 

Connect to Your Community

Sponsors benefit from engaging with over 48,000 active cardholders and 850 daily visitors. Sponsorship of CLMA creates opportunities for engagement and leaves a lasting, positive impact on the community, making it a meaningful investment for businesses and individuals alike. 

  • 1,000,116 items circulated in 2024
  • 48,765 active library card users
  • 857 average daily visitors
  • 5,660 average daily virtual visitors
  • 5,081 eNewsletter subscribers

Make a Meaningful Impact

Sponsorship levels range from $500 to $5,000+ and help us expand the reach of programs and services that make a difference in the community. Every $1.00 invested in CLMA services results in $6.57 in economic benefit in Clarington.

  • Name and logo listed on donor recognition page;
  • Logo & recognition featured on promotional materials for program.

Sponsorship opportunities include:

  • Literacy programs (family storytimes, March Break programming, book clubs);
  • Cultural events (author readings, film screenings);
  • Health and wellness initiatives (mental health resources, wellness events);
  • Technology workshops (learn to code, 3D printing).

All Community Champion Level benefits, plus:

  • Recognition on Corporate Sponsor Wall;
  • Recognition in Annual Report.

Sponsorship opportunities include:

  • Community celebrations (appreciation events, seasonal celebrations);
  • Special exhibits (travelling exhibits, local art displays);
  • Youth engagement (teen leadership programs, volunteer opportunities);
  • Early literacy initiatives (picture books, levelled readers, storytime kits).

All Discovery Advocate Level benefits, plus:

  • Logo included in quarterly program guide;
  • Invitation to special events.

Sponsorship opportunities include:

  • Sustainability initiatives (recycling or seed library programs and initiatives);
  • Accessibility initiatives (accessible reading materials, accessible spaces or programs);
  • Special collections (musical instruments, bicycles, loanable technology).

All Curiosity Ambassador Level benefits, plus

  • Naming rights for specific programs or collections.

Sponsorship opportunities include:

  • Mobile library services (bookmobiles, book lockers);
  • Facilities sponsorship (children’s interactive play areas, outdoor spaces, media spaces);
  • Technology and equipment (Maker’s Space equipment, children’s computers) ;
  • Business development (entrepreneur hubs, startup resources, co-working spaces)

More About CLMA

  • Curiosity and ideas
  • Preservation
  • Innovation
  • Intellectual freedom
  • Community
  • Respect
  • Accountability

  • Knowledge-Rich Organization
    • Satisfying curiosity
    • Engaging and supporting newcomers
    • Expanding access to digital literacy
  • Community Destination of Choice
    • We are a safe space that is supportive, compassionate, and welcomes diversity and inclusivity
    • We are the place to preserve and exhibit Clarington’s cultural heritage
    • We want to be a highly valued community partner
  • Organizational Excellence
    • We want to be an employer of choice
    • We will be bold leaders in service design and delivery
    • We will commit to continuous improvement
  • Resource Utilization & Sustainability
    • We will align with Municipal Strategies
    • We will be environmentally sound
    • We will develop sustainable revenue generation strategies
    • We will build business models to sustain pandemics and recovery efforts

  • Sports equipment
  • GoPros
  • Board and card games
  • Community passes
  • Light therapy lamps
  • Home theatre kits
  • Hiking backpacks
  • Sensory Support Kits
  • Storytime Kits
  • Chromebooks
  • Mobile hotspots
  • Knitting needles
  • ...and more through our Library of Things!

  • Community programing
  • Computers, wi-fi & printing
  • Study spaces
  • Meeting rooms
  • eBooks & eAudiobooks
  • Food pantries
  • Seed libraries
  • Local history
  • Children’s play areas
  • Maker’s Space
  • Library of Things
  • Digital resources
  • Outreach opportunities 

  • Visit our Maker’s Space to design, create, and imagine with 3D printers, Cricuts, sewing machines, and more!
  • Travel back in time to ClaringTOWN, an immersive children’s museum exhibit, and discover the fun of shopping at the General Store, harvesting crops, and conducting business at the bank.
  • Set sail on the Courtice Literacy Ship, Clarington’s own interactive children’s play area, complete with games and playful sea creatures.

Engage your team in meaningful community service by volunteering at Clarington Library, Museums & Archives—whether it's assisting with events,  preserving local history, or help with facility beautification projects. Partner with us to make a lasting impact while fostering teamwork and corporate social responsibility!

Inspire Curiosity

Together, we can create opportunities for discovery, celebration, and growth in Clarington. Explore CLMA’s full sponsorship package.

Download the Full Sponsorship Package

Get Involved Today

Let’s discuss how your business can partner with CLMA to enrich the lives of Clarington residents. We’re here to answer any questions and explore the sponsorship opportunities that best align with your business goals.

Monika Machacek
Chief Executive Officer
ceo@cplma.ca
905-623-7322 x2727

Contact Us

Clarington Library,
Museums & Archives
163 Church Street
Bowmanville, ON,
L1C 1T7

hello@cplma.ca

905-623-7322

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