A message from Pastor Dan to Local Business Owners

Hi there, neighbors...

We’re in a bit of a pickle, and would love your help!

While we’re VERY excited that our parking lot reconstruction is starting soon, the timing isn’t ideal for our 22nd Annual Pumpkin Patch – where ALL proceeds from pumpkin and raffle sales go to the West Deerfield and Vernon Township Food Pantries! So to make things as safe and straightforward as possible, we’re consolidating our patch and free community events, and extending our deadlines.

Please look through the revamped info below to decide how you’d like to be involved! Then, no later than September 30 reach out to Suzann & Kathryn for details:

Community@StGregorysChurch.org

or

text (801)380-8245

They’ll help you figure out the best fit for the many ways you can advertise your business or organization, connect directly with the community... all that while supporting our Pumpkin Patch’s continued mission to feed our community!

Thank you for your consideration and support!

Pastor Dan Puchalla
Rector, St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church

Raffle Baskets

We are filling FIVE themed baskets with goodies donated from local merchants, and will sell raffle tickets through the duration of the patch!

You can sponsor an entire basket, or donate individual items. Any donation – large or small – of goods, experiences, or gift cards are welcome. And of course: ALL proceeds from raffle sales go to the food pantries! Last year we sold over 1000 tickets, which means we donated an extra $1000+!

Donors’ logos and QR codes will be displayed 24/7 at the pumpkin patch checkout to promote your business and showcase your community support and commitment to feeding the hungry. We’re happy to provide receipts for tax-deductible donations upon request. Raffle winners will be announced on Nov 1.

All donations must be received by Wednesday, September 30.

  • Kids & Family Raffle Basket – toys, games, puzzles, birthday party experiences, adventure experiences, swim classes, escape rooms, etc.

    Romantic Getaway Raffle Basket – wine tastings, concert tickets, restaurant gift cards, cocktail kits, hotel stays, etc.

    Health & Wellness Raffle Basket – gift cards for massages, fitness or yoga classes, gym memberships, workout equipment, etc.

    Beauty Raffle Basket – medspa gift cards (facials, skincare treatments, hair removal, etc), incense or candles, bath and body items, beauty supplies, etc.  

    Sports Raffle Basket – golf and sports outings, sports memorabilia, tailgating items, fishing gear, etc.

Pumpkin Fest

Sun, Oct 18 | 11:30 - 3:30pm

This will be a grand combination of three of our amazing events from last year…
Paws in the Patch + Fun Fair + Pumpkin Fest = a really, really big PUMPKIN FEST with features of all three events!)

We’ll have tons of free games and activities for fun-loving folks of all ages, and your four-legged friends too. Everyone will win great prizes! We’ll host a free petting zoo, free face painting, food trucks, live entertainment, and much more. It’ll also be a street fest at its finest, where you can get your all holiday shopping done in one place from 30+ booths hosted by local businesses and organizations! You can buy kids items, home decor, pottery, fabric goods, and much more! It’ll be an afternoon of fun for the whole family!

    • Advertise, display, and sell goods or services – we welcome all vendors: food, arts and crafts, beauty/spa, local services, etc.

      • Space is free, we just need your info via this link by Sept. 30 to reserve your space! 10x10’ spaces will be provided in our parking lot. No electricity, tables, or tents provided. Any food safety/other sales requirements are the responsibility of the vendor.

    • Sponsor (in whole in part) a petting zoo or reptile exhibit - signage advertising your business’ sponsorship will be included! $625 for petting zoo, $470 for reptile exhibit.

    • Create or Facilitate a Game - If you’re feeling inspired, you can create or staff your own game! If you just want to be involved, you can volunteer to run one of our existing games (like Bozo Buckets, Pumpkin Ring Toss, etc). Each game needs 2-3 coordinators, and we’ll have 10-15 game stations.

    • Host a pet adoption event or pet supply drive

    • Sponsor an hour-long set (in whole or in part) by the excellent family-friendly local musicians we hire to perform. $400 per hour, four sets available.

Deerfield Park Foundation Trunk or Treat

Sun, Oct 25 | 11:30 - 2:00pm

What is the Deerfield Park Foundation?‍ ‍The Deerfield Park Foundation is a local non-profit dedicated to making recreational opportunities accessible to all. It offers financial assistance for programs and college scholarships, and sponsors community enrichment initiatives year-round.

What is a Trunk-or-Treat?‍ ‍Trunk-or-Treat is a spook-tacular twist on traditional trick-or-treating! Instead of going door to door, families stroll through a decorated parking lot where local businesses and participants hand out candy from their festively themed vehicles. It’s a great way to show off your creativity and promote your business! Last year we had 300+ attendees!

BONUS!‍ ‍The Trunk or Treat will happen concurrently with the Scout Troop 50’s 45th Annual Haunted House in the basement of St. Gregory’s, which has had a massive community turnout for decades!

  • Reserve your spot for $150 (all proceeds go to the Deerfield Park Foundation!). Then choose a fun theme for your vehicle, park your decorated vehicle along the Trunk-or-Treat path in the StGs parking lot, and greet the community with smiles and treats! RSVP to Christine Nogal (christine.nogal@gmail.com) by Sept. 30 so we can plan out our lot map.

So what happens next?

CLICK HERE

to email Kathryn & Suzann (our Community Collaboration Team)
by September 30 to let us know how you’d like to participate!

Community@StGregorysChurch.org
or call/text 801.380.8245