The Illinois Park and Recreation Association is the largest state non-profit professional membership association for park and recreation professionals and advocates - providing them with education, resources, networking and certification opportunities to advance their careers and the communities they serve.

Advertising, commercial membership, sponsorships and other forms of investment in IPRA, identifies your organization as a willing and active participant in the advancement of parks and recreation for all. At the same time, you benefit from the promotional exposure given to your products and services.

IPRA and you. Together, let's lead the pack!

Contact IPRA today at (630) 376-1911 to discuss your options.

Web Site

IPRAOnline.com is undoubtedly the most comprehensive online resource for park and recreation professionals in IL - and arguably in the country. With almost 200,000 page views per month, the web site is a must-buy for any advertiser looking to reach the park and recreation market.

Redesigned in 2008, the web site is even more user-friendly while incorporating social networking technologies to keep online users coming back for more. The IPRA web site is home to workshop and event registrations, industry news, discussion boards, job postings and all the association-specific information needed for members. The site also caters to the general public for advocacy issues relating to parks and recreation as a whole.

Placement of your advertisements on the IPRA web site ensures your company will remain top-of-mind for this powerful market. Members of the IPRA look to the association for guidance and recommendations in their purchasing decisions. Link users directly to your web site for maximum impact.

Newsletter

IPRA Today is the newest online resource (first issue November 2009) available to our members and those interested in parks and recreation in Illinois. This publication is sent directly to each member and those that sign up on the mailing list the first and third Thursdays of each month. The newsletter contains information regarding IPRA, section and affiliate education and events as well as updated information on job opportunities, association and industry news as well as research and resource information.

See information above in the Advertising/Sponsorship opportunities if interested in advertising.

Mailing Labels

Getting your message in the right hands has never been so easy. Target your direct mail campaigns to the membership of the Illinois Park & Recreation Association!

Customize your mailing list by one of our 7 special interest groups, by specific job classification of the membership...or simply select the entire membership.Mailing lists are available as pressure-sensitive 3-across mailing labels or as Excel spreadsheets (for IPRA members only). These customized mailing lists are easy to obtain and guaranteed to get your message in the right hands.

Click here for the mailing label order form.

Events & Programs

Take your involvement with the membership of the IPRA to the next level. Participating in our events and programs is a great way for your business to network and expose our members to your products and services.

Whether its an educational opportunity or a fun membership event, getting face time with potential clients just might be the answer you are looking for.

IPRA Commercial Membership

Commercial membership, along with advertising and sponsorship of IPRA programs, identifies your business as a willing and active participant in the advancement of parks and recreation for all. Membership in the IPRA gives you access to mailing labels and lists, discounts on advertising and sponsorship opportunities, and much more! At the same time, you benefit from the promotional exposure given to your products and services.

Click here the IPRA Commercial Membership Flyer