Partnership Has Its Benefits!

Become a partner today!

A partnership with Discover Downstate Illinois allows you to make the most out of your every advertising dollar. From newspaper and radio ads to billboards and brochures, Discover Downstate Illinois helps its partners create marketing plans, develop content and reach the perfect audience for their attractions, facilities and events.

Each partnership level has a specific set of of benefits including marketing assistance, promotional placements and discounts on advertising in our publications.

Partnership Inclusions

Media Buy Discounts
Our team can help produce promotional materials, including billboards, print, radio and television ads, brochures, rack cards, etc. Pricing is based on the size and scope of the project. We offer a bid services for printing and production. Our leverage buy discounts are passed along to you, as well as financial assistance, creating maximum savings for your advertising projects.
Leads and Referrals
Discover Downstate Illinois shares leads from trade shows, regional advertising, Illinois Office of Tourism and other sources with its partners. We refer visitors for lodging, entertainment, eateries, meeting and sports facilities, etc.
Discounts on Downstate Illinois Advertising
We provide our partners with discounts on their print advertising in our seasonal Tourism Times and annual Visitors Guide.
Creative Services
Partners are encouraged to take advantage of the wide array of creative services we provide as a bureau! Graphic design, photo, video, and copywriting services are always available for partners to utilize.

Full partnership details can be found here!

How to Become a Partner

Our mpartnership levels range from $225 to $35,000 based on your intended annual marketing spend. For more information on what level would be best for your organization, contact us today!

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