Hammond Is Worth It

Our pride in Hammond is more than a shared space—it's the people, relationships, and dreams that bind us together for a brighter future. There are many ways to be an active part of Hammond - check out the opportunities below!

Feedback Survey

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How did you first hear about us?

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What would you like share with us?

Sponsor Packages

Whether you're looking to sponsor an event, advertise on our platforms, or support local initiatives, our packages provide the perfect platform to showcase your commitment to the heartbeat of Hammond. Our gold, silver, and bronze packages are one-year partnerships.

Sponsor Packages Form

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Please select the package that you are most interested in:

Hammond Farmers & Artisans Market Sponsorship - $500

Signature Event Sponsorship - $1,000

Bronze Sponsorship - $5,000

Silver Sponsorship - $10,000

Gold Sponsorship - $15,000

gold Sponsorship - $15,000

Become the premier investor in Downtown’ success. This package features over a dozen marketing opportunities that will showcase your commitment.

signature event sponsorship - $1000

Work with us to be a part of Downtown’s well-known events - Hot August Stroll, Starry Saturday, and more!

silver Sponsorship - $10,000

Position your business to reach thousands of community members! This investment provides high-recognition opportunities.

Bronze sponsorship - $5,000

New company in the area? This opportunity is perfect to get your name out to the community.

Hammond Farmers & Artisans market sponsorship - $500

Support our local farmers market!

Are you interested in

Volunteering
With Us?

Then you're in the right place! Whether it's at the Hammond Farmers & Artisans Market or annual events like Hot August Stroll or Starry Saturday, there are countless ways to give back to our community here in Downtown Hammond.

Volunteering with us is awesome! You can do fun things like: Spend time outdoors, build new skills, make new friends, give back to the community, sample delicious local food, pet dogs, gain new experiences, meet new people... What are you waiting for?!

Volunteer Signup

Volunteer

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the Hammond Downtown Development District! Currently, we are looking for volunteers for our Farmers & Artisans Markets on Saturdays. We will update this form when we are looking for volunteers for other DDD events. If you have any questions, please email us at downtownhammond@gmail.com

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Hammond Farmers & Artisans Market: Please indicate your desired volunteer day(s) below.

Please Note: The market operates every Saturday, rain or shine, in Railroad Park (106 NW Railroad Ave) from 8AM - Noon. Volunteer hours are 7AM - 1PM. If you need more or less hours, please indicate this below.

Do you want to be kept in mind for other DDD volunteer events in the future?

Are you required to do Community Service to satisfy a school/organization requirement?

Are you required to do Community Service to satisfy a court order?

Have you ever been convicted of a felony?

(Criminal Convictions will not necessarily disqualify applicants.)

I am completing this form for a volunteer under the age of 18.

Liability Waiver for Self (Adult)

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NYrxzF0sNbpagvcG3OADwvqFXw5qNqwo/view?usp=sharing By selecting yes, I certify I am of legal age and am freely signing this agreement. I have read Hammond DDD's Liability Waiver and understand that by signing this form, I am giving up legal rights and remedies.

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Liability Waiver for Minor

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NYrxzF0sNbpagvcG3OADwvqFXw5qNqwo/view?usp=sharing By selecting yes, I certify I am the parent or legal guardian of the Volunteer. I am of legal age and am freely signing this agreement. I am agreeing that I have read Hammond DDD's Liability Waiver and understand that I am giving up legal rights and remedies.

Yes

Media Release for Self (Adult)

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1suBxx7L3_wIzD_2xPJdrOalt9MCkRZgD/view?usp=sharing By selecting yes, I certify am of legal age and am freely signing this agreement. I have read Hammond DDD's Media Release and understand that by signing this form, I am giving up legal rights and remedies.

Yes

Media Release for Minor

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1suBxx7L3_wIzD_2xPJdrOalt9MCkRZgD/view?usp=sharing By selecting yes, I certify I am the parent or legal guardian of the Volunteer. I am of legal age and am freely signing this agreement. I am agreeing that I have read Hammond DDD's Media Release and understand that I am giving up legal rights and remedies.

Yes

Internships

Want to get involved and make a difference in Downtown Hammond? We offer annual & semester internships for academic course credit and year-round volunteer opportunities. Don’t see an internship listed that sounds like your major? We are open to working with students of all backgrounds! To apply for internship, complete the form below.

Internship application

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What internship are you applying for?

Communications/ Events

Farmers & Artisans Market

Graphic Design

Journalism

Something not listed!

What is your degree program / major and year?

What interests you about interning at the Downtown Development District?

Frequently
Asked Questions

All FAQs

If you're a Southeastern student interested in interning with us, we offer opportunities in several areas: Communications/Events, Farmers Market, Graphic Design, and Journalism. Internships are available for the Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters. To sign up, fill out an application above.
If you're eager to get involved and make a difference in your community, volunteering is an excellent opportunity to start.
Join us at our Farmers Markets or assist with exciting events like Hot August Stroll and Starry Saturday!
Volunteering will offer you valuable experiences, networking opportunities, and a chance to connect with fellow community members (and their furry friends).
To sign-up fill out an application above. We look forward to having you on board!
Please visit our Farmers Market page for all the details!
Should you have any questions or need further clarification about the guidelines, please feel free to reach out to our Market Manager at hammondmarket@gmail.com
For events such as Picnic at the Park or Hot August Stroll, we’re thrilled to include local food and arts vendors! When applications for these events become available, we will announce them on our Facebook and Instagram pages and you can also find updates in the relevant sections of our website.
If you have any questions or need further information, feel free to give us a call at our office at 985-277-5682 or shoot us an email at downtownhammond@gmail.com.
Our committee meetings and Board of Directors meetings are open to the public, and we warmly invite all community members to participate, specifically during the public comment section. You can find our agendas and meeting minutes here.
For details on meeting dates and times, please refer to our community calendar and the committee section of our website. We look forward to your participation and valuable input!
To learn more about our Board of Directors, please visit our About page.
To join a committee, email us at downtownhammond@gmail.com for openings!