**NOTE: To avoid paying processing fees, make your payment via check.

Essex Community Development Corporation and the Chesapeake Gateway Chamber of Commerce invite you to join us for our 1st Annual Essex Gateway Cup Golf Tournament.

DATE: Monday, April 27, 2026 RAIN OR SHINE
LOCATION: Rocky Point Golf Course, 1935 Back River Neck Road, Essex, MD 21221

REGISTRATION: 8:00 AM
SHOTGUN START: 9:00 AM

Become a Sponsor and Partner with us for an Unforgettable Golf Experience

By becoming a Sponsor, you will help make a lasting difference in our community! The Essex Gateway Cup Golf Tournament isn’t just a day of great golf and camaraderie; it’s a chance to champion local businesses, community revitalization, and economic growth in Essex and Eastern Baltimore County. By becoming a Sponsor, your organization will gain visibility among business leaders, community partners, and residents passionate about the future of our area. Together, we can drive positive change and strengthen the heart of our community, one swing at a time.

Why Sponsor Our Golf Tournament?

Community Impact: Support local initiatives and give back to the community
Brand Visibility: Reach engaged golfers and business professionals
Networking: Connect with key decision-makers in a relaxed setting
Professional Marketing: Receive high-quality promotional materials and services

GOLF TOURNAMENT SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Corporate Sponsorship Levels

Masters Level - $5,500

Premium videography services by Lasser Media
Full-page company ad in printed programs
Company banner featured at events for one full year
Prominent listing in all marketing materials
Company name on all event publicity
Company merchandise at Chamber and Essex CDC headquarters
Company foursome included
Company logo at registration
Name announced before event and during lunch
Option to speak at award ceremony
Option to present awards after tournament

US Open Level - $4,500

Company branding video by Lasser Media
Full-page company ad in printed programs
Company banner featured at events for one full year
Prominent listing in all marketing materials
Company name on all event publicity
Company merchandise at Chamber and Essex CDC headquarters
Company foursome included
Company logo at registration
Name announced before event and during lunch
Option to speak at award ceremony
Option to present awards after tournament

PGA Level - $3,500

Printed sign services by Accent Printers
Half-page company ad in printed program
Company name on all event publicity
Company merchandise at Chamber and Essex CDC headquarters
Company foursome included
Company logo at registration
Name announced before event and during lunch
Option to have company literature on registration table

Additional Sponsorship Opportunities

Premium Sponsorships

Beverage Cart Sponsor — $1,500
- Exclusive signage on beverage carts and koozies (Koozies Shared with Bad Lab Apparel)
- Logo shared on Food and Beverage Sponsor Signage
- Foursome included
Food Sponsor — $1,500
- Exclusive signage at lunch station
- Logo shared on stadium cups for golfers
- Logo shared on Food and Beverage Sponsor Signage
- Foursome included
Cigar Sponsor — $1,500
- Exclusive signage at cigar rolling station
- Company logo on each cigar

Individual Hole Sponsorships

Hole in One Sponsor — $1,000
- Exclusive tee signage with option for on-site representative
Same Club Challenge Sponsor — $250
- Exclusive signage at designated tee box and green
Longest Drive Sponsor — $250
- Exclusive signage at tee box and green
Putting Contest Sponsor — $250
- Exclusive signage at putting green with recognition announcement
Tee Sponsor — $150
- Company signage at tee box
Green Sponsor — $150
- Company signage on the green

To become a SPONSOR:

Click on "Register & Sponsor"
Choose the appropriate Sponsorship option
OPTIONAL - Input a message which will appear on the main fundraising page for the Golf Tournament
Select your method of payment
Submit payment for processing

*NOTE: All Corporate Sponsorship Levels, Beverage Cart Sponsors and Food Sponsors include registration fees for a foursome from your company

**NOTE: To avoid paying processing fees, make your payment via check.

PLAYER REGISTRATION

We’re excited to invite you to participate in this year’s Golf Tournament! Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or joining us for a fun day on the course, your participation supports important community-focused initiatives and helps make a meaningful impact.

Player registration includes tournament entry, on-course contests, refreshments, and opportunities to connect with fellow golfers, sponsors, and community leaders. Please complete the registration form below to secure your spot. Space is limited, so we encourage early registration.

Thank you for being part of a great day of golf for a great cause. We look forward to seeing you on the course!

Entry Fees:

Foursome: $640.00
Individual Player: $175.00

Enjoy Signature Food and Drinks throughout the golf course provided by these local restaurants and more:

BTI (Bill's Terrace Inn)
Cisco's Smokin' Meats
The Comfy Cup
LoonAsea
Rowboat Willie's
Tavern in the Quarters

Activities include:

Breakfast
Mimosa and Bloody Mary Bar
Crush Station
Beverage Carts
Networking Lunch w/ Hand-rolled Cigars
Silent Auction & Raffles

Contests are as follows:

Putting Contest
Hole In One Contest
Longest Drive Contest
Same Club Contest
Closest to the Pin Contest

To register as a PLAYER (Individual or Foursome):

Click on "Register & Sponsor"
Choose either "Individual Player" or "Foursome"
Follow the prompts to pay

NOTE: To avoid paying processing fees, make your payment via check.

**NOTE: To avoid paying processing fees, make your payment via check.

All proceeds benefit local community initiatives of Essex Community Development Corporation and the Chesapeake Gateway Chamber of Commerce.

THANK YOU for joining us for this exciting event. We are truly grateful for your participation and support - your involvement helps make this tournament a special day for our community! We appreciate your continued support of our community, and we look forward to celebrating with you on the course this spring!

2026 Essex Gateway Cup Golf Tournament

Sponsorship Information & Player Registration