Join us to build a beautiful & healthy community
The definition of a mainspring is “something that plays a principal part in motivating or maintaining a movement, process or activity.”
That is what we do. This organization catalyzes economic growth and community development. It is from this mainspring that a healthy, vibrant community will flow.
To improve the quality of life in our community through increased economic opportunity.
Mainspring of Ephrata is an independent 501(C)3 organization that serves the Borough of Ephrata. Funding comes through an annual investment from its partner, Borough of Ephrata, private donations, corporate sponsorships, grants, and event revenue.
Mainspring of Ephrata boasts an active social media presence and website draw. A snapshot of this activity is described below:
Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/MainspringofEphrata]:
Average reach: 35,000 – No. of Likes: 5,750 – No. of Check-Ins: 1,580
Responsiveness: 95% – No. of Followers: 6,180
Instagram [@mainspringofephrata]
Average reach: 1,300 – No. of Followers: 920
Website [https://mainspringofephrata.org/]
No. of Users: 25,000 (up 266.7% from 2020) New Users: 24,842 (up 267.6% from 2020)
Pageviews: 38,860 (up 198.3% from 2020)
Google Business Profile (one month’s activity)
41 Individuals asking for directions – 114 website visits from profile – 905 Profile views 218 searches
The town of Ephrata boasts a rich history starting with the Ephrata Cloister, a grouping of 18th century, Germanic structures which housed religious celibates led by Conrad Beissel. As many of these residents eventually married, their descendants quickly established the village of Ephrata, and, by 1871, Ephrata was described as “a well-built country town of about one hundred and twenty families, and very beautifully and healthily located.”
And, we still believe that today. We are a well-built town, beautifully located by the banks of the Cocalico Creek and positioned strategically between Lancaster and Reading. Your annual contribution will help to sustain Ephrata for now and for many years to come.
Mainspring provides a wide scope of recognition and activity to maximize the brand and mission of our partnering businesses and organizations.
If you want to:
Consider becoming a Community Partner with Mainspring of Ephrata.
We offer two primary ways to market with Mainspring of Ephrata:
When you choose to support us annually, you reap rewards for your corporation, such as consistent and comprehensive marketing, representation at each event, positive exposure, and, best of all, a “one-stop-shop” experience. By selecting an annual sponsorship level, you are choosing what your year will look like.
A Note about In-Kind Donations
Mainspring of Ephrata greatly needs and appreciates in-kind donations, such as free advertising, lighting for an event, or even refreshments for a volunteer appreciation dinner. However, the benefits of each of the sponsorships listed in this brochure are only available to those community partners who contribute financially. Our in-kind sponsors will be included in a group listing printed in the various events’ materials.
What we need from you
A high-resolution jpeg or vector file of your company’s logo.
Mainspring of Ephrata encourages you to ask questions!
Please schedule a meeting to review how we can work together to build a more vibrant community.
Student Job Fair – February
This event takes place at the Ephrata Area High School gymnasium and affords students the opportunities to connect with local businesses and pursue both job and internship opportunities.
Approximately 300 students potentially participate in this event.
February 9, 2022, is the scheduled date for 2022’s event.
Planter Program – Early April through to September
Large beautiful planters are strategically placed in the Central Business District of the Borough of Ephrata. Each planter features the name and log of its sponsoring business. The purpose is to beautify our downtown and allow businesses to feature their brand. The value of this opportunity is $250. [insert picture]
Party in the Plaza – Every 3rd Saturday, June, August & October
This fundraiser not only raises funds for Mainspring of Ephrata but also builds community and offers potential new customers to our local businesses. Local vendors, crafters, breweries, and restaurants set up their reserved spaces for the evening and the crowds are entertained by live music and dancing. This monthly, drop-in-style event draws in approximately 500 participants.
Deck Crawl – August
This is a fun summer activity and offers the local restaurants an opportunity for increased customer exposure. This event draws over 160 guests and is valued at $40 per person.
Christmas Tree Lighting / Santa’s Arrival – Annual Black Friday event
This signature event is Mainspring of Ephrata’s shining star. The main street is shut down to allow for barrel train rides, food, and beverage vendors, staging with live music, and crowds of people to gather. This event will draw up to 6,000+ people from the surrounding area. It is a free event so that all families and individuals can enjoy the festivities.
Santa’s Arrival gives the jolly old elf access to the Train Station, which is transformed into Santa’s House. Children visit Santa on Fridays and Saturdays from Black Friday through to the final weekend before Christmas.
Jingle Bell Trolley Tour – December
This fun event offers Christmas enthusiasts a chance to visit decorated homes and enjoy refreshments along the way. The Friday evening Trolley Tour is Family Night when children and their parents enjoy making crafts, sipping hot chocolate, and munching on Christmas cookies. The Saturday evening Trolley Tour is Adult Night when the adults enjoy listening to the Trolley guides share trivia and a joke or two while traveling to the decorated homes and enjoying adult beverages. For individuals who choose not to travel with the group, self-guided tours are available through a narrated app on their mobile devices. Family night generally draws 130+ individuals, 100 individuals on the Adult night, and 60 self-guided families. The rates range from $5 – $15 per person depending on the option chosen.
New Year’s Eve Celebration – December
New for 2022 is a New Year’s Eve Celebration. We are in the early stages of planning for this event so stay tuned for more information coming. We are proposing it take place in the square. Plans are for live music during the event, live entertainment in the plaza, & other exciting things.
Joy Ashley, Executive Director
joy@mainspringofephrata.org
717-721-6196
16 East Main Street, Ephrata, PA 17522