The Downtown Detroit Partnership today announced a multi-year agreement with Carhartt, America’s premium workwear brand, establishing Carhartt as the official apparel sponsor of the Downtown Detroit Parks and the official outfitter of its parks and public spaces team. Over the next three years, DDP team members will be equipped with Carhartt’s iconic, rugged gear, as they work to care for, program and manage 18 of Downtown Detroit’s historic and vibrant parks and public spaces, including the award-winning Campus Martius Park.
This collaboration highlights the strong bond between the two Detroit-born organizations, reinforcing their shared commitment to the city.
“We couldn’t have teamed up with a more authentic brand that embodies our values and it is remarkable that a brand with 135-year history in Detroit has partnered with the No. 1 Public Square in the United States because of our shared passion for our city,” said David Cowan, chief public spaces officer at the Downtown Detroit Partnership.
“Carhartt is built to last and wearing the logo is a symbol of pride for our hardworking team, who create welcoming and beautiful spaces for the millions of residents, employees and visitors who enjoy the parks,” continued Soula Burns, director of corporate partnerships at the Downtown Detroit Partnership.
“At Carhartt, we’re proud to work with like-minded organizations to provide the greatest opportunity to positively impact the communities we serve,” said Amy Fencyk, director of corporate stewardship at Carhartt. “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.”
This partnership between the Downtown Detroit Partnership and Carhartt captures the true spirit of Detroit—resilient, industrious and civic-minded. As part of this collaboration, the Carhartt Cares Front Row will offer a special experience at this year’s Detroit Tree Lighting for beneficiaries of a local nonprofit.
Carhartt Company Gear outfits work crews ranging from 10 to 10,000 workers with uniform options reinforced by Carhartt’s proven durability. From first rate service to compatible sizes and styles for men and women, Carhartt Company Gear has businesses and their work crews covered with 135 years of experience in delivering quality, durable workwear for generations of workers. For more information on Carhartt Company Gear, visit companygear.carhartt.com.
About the Downtown Detroit Partnership
Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) strengthens and supports Downtown Detroit through strategic initiatives and programs. DDP convenes business, philanthropic and government partners to create a vibrant and resilient urban core for Detroit and the surrounding community. DDP is responsible for programming, managing and operating several of Downtown Detroit’s parks and public spaces. For more information, visit DowntownDetroit.org.
About Carhartt
Established in 1889, Carhartt is a global premium workwear brand with a rich heritage of developing rugged products for workers on and off the job. Headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan, with approximately 3,000 employees worldwide, Carhartt is family-owned and managed by the descendants of the company’s founder, Hamilton Carhartt. For more information, visit www.carhartt.com.