Advertising & Sponsorship
Media Kit 2026
Reach the Banks community through the newspaper they trust.
Get in Touch
Reach the Banks community through the newspaper they trust.
Get in TouchThe Banks Post is Banks's community-driven digital newspaper, delivering local news, events, and stories that matter to the people who live here.
Founded in 2025 by journalist Chas Hundley under Firestarter Media, we publish daily on the web, weekly in print (joint edition with News in the Grove), and a Friday newsletter that reaches over 1,300 local inboxes.
We also operate CitySpark, the most comprehensive community events calendar in western Washington County, and a growing Facebook community of 2,000+ followers.
More than 90% of our readers live within the coverage area — making every impression a local impression.
Hyperlocal reach that social media and regional outlets can't match — 90%+ of our audience lives and shops in the Banks area.
Business Club members get built-in advertising, community visibility, and a direct connection to the audience that matters most.
Nonprofit organizations receive 25% off all tiers.
Our weekly joint print edition (Banks Post + The Banks Post, Gales Creek Edition) is distributed every Wednesday across Forest Grove, Banks, and Gales Creek.
| Size | Dimensions | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Business Card | 3.5" × 2" | $50 |
| Quarter Page | 5" × 6.5" | $125 |
| Half Page | 10" × 6.5" | $225 |
| Full Page | 10" × 13" | $400 |
Volume discounts available for 4+ week commitments. Ad deadline: Monday 5 PM.
Display ads on bankspost.com appear alongside trusted local journalism — not in a feed of distractions.
| Position | Size | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Header Leaderboard | 728 × 90 | $150/mo |
| Sidebar | 300 × 250 | $100/mo |
| In-Article | 300 × 250 | $75/mo |
CitySpark is the most comprehensive community events calendar in western Washington County. Sponsor your events for premium visibility.
Individual event sponsorships start at $12.50. Ask us about custom packages.
Partner with us on a professionally written article that lives on bankspost.com, reaches our newsletter audience, and builds long-term SEO for your business.
| Package | Rate |
|---|---|
| Sponsored Article | $500 |
| + Social media boost | +$100 |
| + Additional newsletter feature | +$75 |
The Banks Post is exactly the kind of local outlet our business needed. Our sponsorship drove real foot traffic from people who actually live here.
The newsletter open rate is incredible. When our ad runs in the Friday email, we hear about it from customers that same day.
Want to share your experience? Email chas@bankspost.com
Whether you're a one-person shop or a regional brand, we'll find the right fit for your budget and goals.
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