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Downtown Tipp City Partnership Launches “Tipp-opoly” Board Game to Support Local Business Grants
The Downtown Tipp City Partnership (DTCP) is rolling out an innovative fundraiser that’s sure to become a local collector’s item: a custom “Tipp-opoly” board game, featuring Tipp City’s own businesses and landmarks. The project was unveiled by DTCP’s Tasha Weaver on a recent episode of the News Maker’s podcast, presented by the Tippecanoe Gazette.

The Tipp-opoly initiative is the brainchild of DTCP’s Economic Development Committee, led by Chair Kristy Jacobs and Co-Chair Ryan Liddy. Their goal is to raise funds for a new small business grant program set to debut in 2026. The committee is working hard to finalize the grant’s details and ensure it will have a lasting impact on the local business community.

To fund this grant, the DTCP is producing approximately 600 copies of Tipp-opoly, a Tipp City-themed take on the classic Monopoly board game. Local businesses have the opportunity to sponsor spaces on the board, replacing traditional properties with their own names and logos. For instance, Bash Foo will occupy the Illinois Avenue space, Coldwater Cafe takes the coveted Boardwalk, and Bodega Market claims Mediterranean Avenue. Other sponsors include Living Simply Soap, Thunder Forge Gaming, Browse Awhile Books, and more.

Tipp-opoly is designed as both a fundraiser and a celebration of Tipp City’s vibrant business community. Each sponsor receives a complimentary board game, and the remaining games will be available for public purchase. The games will debut at the Yuletide Winter’s Gathering, with additional availability at select downtown retailers. Residents are encouraged to act quickly, as Weaver expects the limited run to sell out fast.

Those interested in sponsoring a space, purchasing a game, or learning more about the Tipp-opoly project can reach out to Tasha Weaver by email at Tasha@downtowntippcity.org or by phone at 937-667-0883. Full details, including available sponsorships and pricing, are available on the DTCP website. For more information about the Downtown Tipp City Partnership and their ongoing efforts to support local businesses and foster economic development, visit downtowntippcity.org.

This recent episode of the News Makers podcast, presented by the Tippecanoe Gazette, featured DTCP Executive Director Tasha Weaver. For a full list of events and details, visit downtowntippcity.org. The News Makers podcast is a presentation of the Tippecanoe Gazette. For more information or to subscribe to the newspaper, visit www.tippgazette.com. Talk soon!