Now recruiting 2027 Racehorse Owners & SponsorsSaturday, May 1, 2027 · 4–8 PM · Pinnacle Country Club, Rogers
Miniature horses racing in sponsor blankets

2027 Sponsorship Opportunities

One partnership. Multiple events. Months of visibility. Every 2027 sponsor supports Equestrian Bridges and is recognized as a Founding Partner of Lil’ Derby Days.

Presenting Sponsor · $30,000 · Claimed

15th Annual Lil’ Derby Days presented by

Sazerac

Thank you to Sazerac for presenting the inaugural season of Lil’ Derby Days.

A miniature horse in a purple Sazerac racing blanket, number 7

Sponsorship benefits

Five levels are open, from $3,000. Ready to commit? Each button opens the secure sponsorship form with your level already selected. Questions first? Kelsey is one click away.

Signature Sponsor

$20,000+
  • Featured campaign recognition
  • Opportunity to sponsor or own a signature Derby experience
  • Prominent website & event signage
  • Social & email recognition
  • Full-page program ad
  • 12 Mini Derby tickets
  • 6 Millionaires Row credentials
  • 6 Starting Gate invitations
  • 6 Draw Party invitations
  • 10 Lil’ Oaks Party tickets

Featured Sponsor

$15,000+
  • Campaign website recognition throughout select Lil’ Derby Days
  • Event signage
  • Social media recognition
  • Full-page program ad
  • 10 Mini Derby tickets
  • 4 Millionaires Row credentials
  • 4 Starting Gate invitations
  • 4 Draw Party invitations
  • 6 Lil’ Oaks Party tickets

Derby Sponsor

$10,000+
  • Logo on campaign website, Mini Derby signage & presentation recognition
  • Select social recognition
  • ½-page program ad
  • 8 Mini Derby tickets
  • 2 Millionaires Row credentials
  • 2 Starting Gate invitations
  • 2 Draw Party invitations
  • 6 Lil’ Oaks Party tickets

Stable Sponsor

$5,000+
  • Logo on sponsor webpage, Mini Derby signage & program recognition
  • Select campaign recognition
  • ¼-page program ad
  • 6 Mini Derby tickets
  • 4 Lil’ Oaks Party tickets
  • 2 Starting Gate invitations

Clubhouse Sponsor

$3,000+
  • Company logo or name on sponsor webpage
  • Shared Mini Derby sponsor signage
  • Program recognition
  • 4 Mini Derby tickets
  • 4 Lil’ Oaks Party tickets
  • 2 Starting Gate invitations

Not sure which fits?

Kelsey can walk you through every level and recommend the right fit for your team.

  • 2026 Mini Derby raised $133,482
  • 450+ guests in 2026
  • Recognition from November through May
2027 Founding Partner Opportunity

As an inaugural Lil’ Derby Days partner, your organization will hold the distinction of being recognized as a Founding Partner of the entire campaign.

More than a day at the races

Your sponsorship goes beyond event recognition. Proceeds from Lil’ Derby Days and the Mini Derby support Equestrian Bridges, connecting children with special needs, veterans and families with the life-changing power of horses through therapeutic riding, horsemanship classes and equine-assisted programs.

$133,482
Raised at the 2026 Mini Derby
450+
2026 Mini Derby attendees
15 years
Of Mini Derby tradition in Northwest Arkansas
20 years
Celebrating two decades of Equestrian Bridges impact in 2027

Questions first?

Send Kelsey a note and she will follow up directly. Ready to commit now? Use the level buttons above to sponsor online.

Contact
Kelsey Phillips
Communications and Outreach Director

Ready to join the race?

Your sponsorship helps Equestrian Bridges continue opening our gates, caring for our therapy herd and creating meaningful opportunities for connection through horses.

Kelsey PhillipsCommunications & Outreach DirectorEquestrian BridgesKelsey@equestrianbridges.org(479) 301-2814
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