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A Huge Thank Ye To Our Sponsors
Event Sponsors
The Jolly Roger
Platinum Sponsor
MRP Industrial
Our neighbors at Bainbridge are on the lookout for the pirate flag of the Skullduggery Crew to reach our shores once again. Their generous sponsorship for the Port Deposit Pirate Takeover is greatly appreciated and ensures that this outstanding 2-day community event is FREE for everyone attending. MRP Industrial is a real estate company that specializes in the acquisition, development, financing, and leasing of industrial real estate. We truly are the luckiest to call this tiny river town home and Bainbridge one of our sponsors.
The Jolly Roger
Platinum Sponsor
Bainbridge Development Corporation
Our generous neighbors at Bainbridge Development Corporation are helping to make the Port Deposit Pirate Takeover a reality! Their sponsorship is helping to bring together all the fun of this two-day festival, from pirates and mermaids to belly dancers and more! BDC is a Maryland public instrumentality established to guide redevelopment of the former Bainbridge Naval Training Center in Port Deposit. As a steward of this historic site, BDC advances environmental stewardship, historic preservation, infrastructure improvements, economic development, and community engagement.
The Jolly Roger
Platinum Sponsor
Constellation
Constellation powers the Port Deposit Pirate Takeover with their generous support. As a leader in energy solutions, they are committed to sustainability and innovation, helping to keep our event vibrant and dynamic. We are excited to have Constellation on board, ensuring that the pirate spirit shines brightly throughout Port Deposit!
Neptune's Grail
Gold Sponsor
MTPM, LLC
A big thank you to MTPM, LLC for sponsoring the Port Deposit Pirate Takeover! We're so grateful for their support of this event, which is sure to be a great time for everyone. MTPM, LLC is a Maryland-based development company that specializes in mixed-use developments. They're committed to creating vibrant and sustainable communities, and we're proud to have them as a partner in this event. The Port Deposit Pirate Takeover is a free event for the community, thanks to the generous sponsorship of MTPM, LLC. We'll have music, games, food, and crafts for the whole family to enjoy. It's going to be a blast!
Neptune's Grail
Gold Sponsor
APGFCU
Set sail with Aberdeen Proving Ground Federal Credit Union, a proud sponsor of the Port Deposit Pirate Takeover! Since 1938, APGFCU has been dedicated to empowering members to build wealth and achieve their financial dreams. As a local, member-owned credit union, they provide personalized service and competitive rates to keep you on course for success. Join APGFCU today and discover how they put people before profits, supporting our community every step of the way!
Neptune's Grail
Gold Sponsor
York Building Products
Hoist the timbers with York Building Products, a cornerstone of masonry, hardscapes, sand, gravel, and building block supplies in the Mid Atlantic. For over 80 years their crews have shaped landscapes with quality aggregates, structural retaining walls, architectural concrete blocks, veneer stone, installation accessories, and more. With plants near Port Deposit and a trusted dealer network all along the coast, they deliver strength and beauty where ye need it most. When it is time to build something lasting, York has your back, one block at a time.
Neptune's Grail
Gold Sponsor
Moran Properties, LLC
Raise the sails with Moran Properties LLC, charting a steady course in property management and development for over 20 years. Known for building strong foundations and keeping projects shipshape, they help businesses and communities find safe harbor to grow and prosper. With Moran Properties at the helm, opportunity is always on the horizon.
The Great Minnow
Silver Sponsor
Preston Automotive Group
Preston Automotive Group is a great neighbor to the Town of Port Deposit and Community Connecting Us. They are coming alongside us to support the Port Deposit Pirate Takeover as a Great Minnow Sponsor. We are grateful for their support, and we know they will help to make this year's event a huge success. Preston Automotive Group is a family-owned and operated business that has been serving the community for over 50 years. They are committed to providing quality vehicles and excellent customer service. We're proud to have them as a sponsor of the Port Deposit Pirate Takeover, and we know they will help to make this year's event a swashbuckling good time for the whole family!
The Great Minnow
Silver Sponsor
Artesian
We're raising a glass to Artesian Water for sponsoring the Port Deposit Pirate Takeover! Their generous donation will certainly make waves throughout the weekend event to make it a huge success. We couldn't do this for the community without the help of neighbors like Artesian Water. Thank you! Artesian Water is a local company that provides delicious, refreshing water to our community. They are committed to giving back to the community, and we're proud to have them as a sponsor of the Port Deposit Pirate Takeover.
The Great Minnow
Silver Sponsor
KCI Holdings Inc.
KCI is proud to sponsor the Port Deposit Pirate Takeover and support an event that brings so much energy and excitement to the community. As the design team for improvements to Port Deposit Marina Park, we are especially excited to help shape the park’s next chapter enhancing this unique waterfront destination so it can continue hosting the Pirate Takeover and creating lasting memories for many years to come.
Shore Landing
Bronze Sponsor
Lee's Landing Dock Bar
Lee's Landing Dock Bar is a waterfront bar and restaurant that is
committed to providing a fun and festive atmosphere for their guests. They are
hosting the Port Deposit Pirate Takeover's Adult Pirate Costume Contest this year,
and we are grateful for their support. The Adult Pirate Costume Contest will be
held at Lee's Landing Dock Bar. Prizes will be awarded for the best costumes, so
be sure to dress to impress!
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Shore Landing
Bronze Sponsor
Ike’s Automotive & Marine
Keeping Your Wheels and Hulls Shipshape Since 1995! Anchored in West Chester, Ike’s Automotive & Marine is your trusted, family-owned full-service repair center. With over two decades of expertise, they ensure your vehicle and marine vessels sail smoothly with top-notch preventive maintenance and repairs. Their ASE-certified technicians use the latest diagnostics to keep your car, SUV, truck, or boat in perfect condition. We're proud to have Ike’s Automotive & Marine as sponsors of the Port Deposit Pirate Takeover, helping keep the adventure rolling both on land and sea!
Shore Landing
Bronze Sponsor
Cecil Whig
We’re proud to have Cecil Whig on deck as a sponsor of the Port Deposit Pirate Takeover! For over a century, Cecil Whig has been the community’s trusted compass, guiding readers with the latest local news, sports, and events. Stay informed and chart your course with Cecil County’s most reliable news source.
Shore Landing
Bronze Sponsor
Festival Party Rental
Weigh anchor with Festival Party Rental, your go-to crew for event rigging that’s been growing stronger over the years. What began with a few bounce houses and tables has blossomed into a full fleet of essentials including tents, inflatables, tables, chairs, concession machines, DJ gear, face painting, clown shows, heaters, fans, and more. Clean, reliable, and always shipshape, their friendly team makes the rental journey easy and stress free from the first handshake to full setup. Whether you’re throwing down street-fair sails or anchoring in tented stages, Festival Party Rental keeps the good times afloat—let the takeover begin!
Shore Landing
Bronze Sponsor
KAT
Three cheers from the crew for KAT, a treasured member of our CCU community who shared some of her bounty with the Port Deposit Pirate Takeover! Her generosity helps keep this grand adventure free for all who sail into Port Deposit. We be mighty grateful to have KAT among our crew!
Shore Landing
Bronze Sponsor
Acer Exhibits & Events
ACER Exhibits & Events is a creative veteran-owned business that has been an amazing neighbor to Community Connecting Us. They are stepping up again this year as sponsors of the children's games and craft area for the Port Deposit Pirate Takeover. We admire their creativity and commitment to our community, and we're grateful for their continued support. ACER Exhibits & Events specializes in custom trade show exhibits, fabrication, and event management. They are committed to providing innovative solutions that help businesses succeed. We're proud to have them as a sponsor of the Port Deposit Pirate Takeover, and we know they will help to make this year's event a huge success.
Shore Landing
Bronze Sponsor
Woodvalley Community Strategies
WCS believes that every community – from a small rural town to a growing county seat – deserves a plan that reflects its people, its history, and its future. We help municipalities translate community values into actionable, fundable strategies for long-term growth and resilience. We build the strategies behind the plans so that residents, elected officials, and agency partners can take action with confidence. Whether your community is charting a course for sustainable growth, revitalizing a historic main street, or planning a new town center, WCS brings the experience, creativity, and care your community deserves.
Shore Landing
Bronze Sponsor
Rhoads Energy Corporation
Rhoads Energy has been serving customers since 1917 and proudly offers home heating oil and propane deliveries to the residents and businesses of Cecil and Harford Counties.
Message in a Bottle
Sponsor
Port Deposit Heritage Corporation
We are thrilled to have the Port Deposit Heritage Corporation as a sponsor of the Port Deposit Pirate Takeover! Dedicated to safeguarding the rich history of our riverside town, they ensure that our stories and traditions remain alive for future generations. From historic landmarks to community events, they are the guardians of our past, helping us chart a vibrant course for the future. Join us in celebrating Port Deposit’s unique heritage—both on land and sea!
Message in a Bottle
Sponsor
Ewing's Septic Services & Portable Restrooms
Man the pumps with Ewing’s Septic Services & Portable Restrooms, a family-run force in Maryland for over 30 years. They keep events clean, safe, and shipshape by delivering portable restrooms and septic services wherever need be. Reliable gear, fast service, and respect for the tides of sanitation make them the go-to crew for cleanups big and small. With Ewing’s by your side, you can rise to the occasion without worrying about where the waste will wash ashore.
Message in a Bottle
Sponsor
Casella: Waste Management & Recycling Services
We are grateful to Casella for its generous support of the Port Deposit Pirate Takeover. Casella provides waste and recycling services, organics management, and resource solutions for homes, businesses, and communities. We are proud to welcome its support for this community celebration.
Message in a Bottle
Sponsor
Hooked on a Skein
Spin the yarn and hoist the colors with Hooked on a Skein, your local haven for fiber arts and creativity. From yarns and hooks to handmade treasures, they bring warmth and imagination to every stitch. Their passion for craft builds connections as strong as any sailor’s rope, weaving community together one project at a time. With Hooked on a Skein in the crew, the Port Deposit Pirate Takeover is stitched with extra charm.
Message in a Bottle
Sponsor
Brian & Samantha Davis
A heartfelt thank you to Brian and Samantha Davis, whose generosity helps keep the spirit of the Port Deposit Pirate Takeover alive. Their support reflects the true heart of our community, where neighbors lend a hand and families come together to make memories. With friends like Brian and Samantha aboard, this festival shines brighter for all who gather along the river.
A Big Thank Ye To Our Partners
Event Partners
The Black Pearl
Diamond Partner
Town of Port Deposit
A HUGE shout out to the Town of Port Deposit for their direction, guidance and hard work to make the Port Deposit Pirate Takeover the amazing event is going to be. We’ve said it before and we will say forever . . . We truly are the luckiest to call this tiny river town our home.
The Jolly Roger
Platinum Partner
The High 5 Initiative
The High 5 has done some heavy lifting for the logistics surrounding the Port Deposit Pirate Takeover, and we can’t thank them enough.
Neptune’s Grail
Gold Partner
West Nottingham Academy
Community Connecting Us is thrilled to partner with West Nottingham Academy for the Port Deposit Pirate Takeover. WNA is a world-renowned school that hosts students from all over the globe, and we are honored to have them share their talents with our community.
Special Thanks To Our Volunteers
Event Volunteers
The Flying Dutchman
Volunteer
Community Connecting Us
Community Connecting Us is a local nonprofit organization that puts on the Port Deposit Pirate Takeover in partnership with the town of Port Deposit! All of our time is donated to help with a variety of tasks, including event planning, marketing, and volunteer coordination. We are honored to be a part of this event, and we are grateful for the support of our community. We know that the Port Deposit Pirate Takeover would not be possible without the hard work and dedication of our community volunteers. So come one, come all to the Port Deposit Pirate Takeover! It's going to be a day of plunderin' and pillagin', and we couldn't do it without the help of our neighbors.
