Close your eyes and imagine a partnership that embodies an authentic, shared commitment to the city of Detroit. Now open your eyes because the Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) has announced Carhartt as the official apparel sponsor of the Downtown Detroit Parks and the official outfitter of our parks and public spaces team.
We are excited to announce this partnership with Carhartt, a 135-year-old, Detroit-born organization that shares our commitment to the community. DDP team members will sport Carhartt’s iconic, durable workwear as they manage, care for, and provide programming for 18 of Downtown Detroit’s historic parks and public spaces for the next three years.
From vibrant city squares to serene green spaces, our parks team works tirelessly year-round to ensure that each space remains clean, beautiful, and accessible for all. This partnership is about more than just clothing; it’s about supporting the hardworking individuals who keep our parks thriving for millions of residents, employees, and visitors alike. “We couldn’t have teamed up with a more authentic brand that embodies our values,” said David Cowan, DDP’s chief public spaces officer.
Our team is not the only one excited about this partnership. Amy Fencyk, director of corporate stewardship at Carhartt, expressed, “With a shared commitment to the city of Detroit, we’re thrilled to work with the Downtown Detroit Partnership to ensure its hardworking teams have durable and functional gear they can depend on, as they continue their important work within the city’s parks and public spaces.”
Carhartt’s commitment goes beyond outfitting our team with high-performance gear. One highlight of this partnership will be the Carhartt Cares Front Row at this year’s Detroit Tree Lighting event—a special experience for beneficiaries of a local nonprofit, adding even more magic to this beloved community tradition.
We’re proud to collaborate with Carhartt, a brand that not only creates gear built to last but also shares our vision of making a lasting impact on Downtown Detroit’s parks and people. This partnership represents the essence of what Detroit is all about—hard work, community, and unwavering pride in our city.
Whether it’s maintaining the bustling Campus Martius Park or managing the many other green spaces that contribute to the heart of our city, the DDP team will be ready to tackle every task in style and comfort, thanks to this dynamic partnership with Carhartt because We Make It Happen, Together.
