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overview MISSION The Bridge Teen Center is a

that was designed around the interests and needs

We provide free holistic programs during

Our approach is proactive instead of reactive,

but to BE- DEMOGRAPHICS F M Female: 55% Male:

Weekly Attendance: 300-400 (average throughout

Tinley Park Oak Forest Frankfort Mokena FUNDING

Store (30%) Individuals(25%) Foundations (23%)

SUPPORTERS STATISTICS 30+ school districts that

communites served 7,200+ combined followers on

distributed throughout the community 89 cents of

2 overview MISSION The Bridge Teen Center is a nationally-recognized nonprofit community center that was designed around the interests and needs of teens in the suburbs. We provide free holistic programs during afterschool and unsupervised hours for 7th to 12th grade students from 128 different communities. Our approach is proactive instead of reactive, providing students with a place not just to BE, but to BE- DEMOGRAPHICS F M Female: 55% Male: 45% Age 12-13: 13% Age 14-15: 32% Age 16-18: 55% Weekly Attendance: (average throughout school year) Top Communities Served: Orland Park Tinley Park Oak Forest Frankfort Mokena FUNDING Our revenue sources include: The Bridge Thrift Store (30%) Individuals(25%) Foundations (23%) Corporations (19%) Churches (3%) RECENT SUPPORTERS STATISTICS 30+ school districts that our students attend 128 different local communites served 7,200+ combined followers on social media accounts 18,000 program magazines distributed throughout the community 89 cents of every dollar donated directly supports the students we serve 7 national and local recognitions for innovative teen programming 6,700+ different students and families served since June of 2010 $ 0 we do not receive ANY state or federal funding.

be discussed) BUS-PICKUP SPONSOR ($1,000 per semester) Exclusive sponsorship of bus-pickup for a full semester Sign on sides of bus for full semester printed by The Bridge.

3 PROGRAM PROGRAM MAGAZINE COVER SPONSOR ($2,000 per semester) Logo on the cover of our printed Program Magazine (circulation of 18,000+) Distributed 3 times annually - Winter/Spring, Summer, and Fall/Winter High visibility opportunity as one of only two sponsors at this level Logo included on sponsor rotator web banner for one entire semester (25,000+ visits per month) One banner (sponsor provided) hung in facility for entire semester (maximum size 3 x8 ) Partnership announcement through social media (7,200+ followers) Name or logo included in weekly e-blasts (2,500+ subscribers) Opportunity to supply product samples or literature for students (details to be discussed) FRIDAY NIGHT SPONSOR ($1,500 per semester) Exclusive sponsorship for the entire semester on Friday nights Banner (sponsor provided) hung within facility for full semester Logo in our printed Program Magazine (circulation of 18,000+) Name listed on all Friday night event pages on The Bridge s website Name or logo included in weekly e-blasts (2,500+ subscribers) Mention in FNL social media announcements throughout the semester (7,200+ followers) Opportunity to volunteer (application required/details to be discussed) BUS-PICKUP SPONSOR ($1,000 per semester) Exclusive sponsorship of bus-pickup for a full semester Sign on sides of bus for full semester printed by The Bridge. Mention in bus pickup flyers, distributed throughout the community Name or logo included in e-blasts about bus pickup (2,500+ subscribers) Logo included on bus pickup page on The Bridge s website or on web banner promoting bus pickup. EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT SPONSOR ($500 per semester) Name listed on Educational Support event pages on The Bridge s website Name in our printed Program Magazine (circulation of 18,000+) Partnership announcement through social media (7,200+ followers) Mention in at least 2 educational support social media posts during semester Our Bus-Pickup is offered for free at several local schools during the school year and at select locations during the summer months.

one printed marketing piece in the sponsored area for the semester FACILITY SPONSOR ($750 each per semester) Sponsorships available in the following areas: Café, Garage, Life Skills Workshop

marketing piece in the sponsored area for the entire semester Highly visible sponsorship opportunity viewed every week by 300+ students, plus volunteer and adult visitors The Kitchen Our

Life Skills Workshop This area is set aside for programs including welding, changing a flat tire, gardening, or trades-focused program.

COME TOUR OUR SPACE Our facility has 9,600 square feet dedicated to providing local students a place to develop mentally, physically, emotionally and spiritually in a safe environment.

4 FACILITY KITCHEN OR ART STUDIO SPONSORSHIP ($1,000 per semester) Exclusive sponsorship of the designated area for one entire semester Logo in our printed Program Magazine (circulation of 18,000+) Mention in 3+ area-related social posts during semester (7,200+ followers) Logo displayed in the designated area for an entire semester (designed by Bridge staff) Opportunity to place one printed marketing piece in the sponsored area for the semester FACILITY SPONSOR ($750 each per semester) Sponsorships available in the following areas: Café, Garage, Life Skills Workshop Exclusive sponsorship of the designated area for one entire semester Banner (printed by The Bridge) hung in the designated area for the entire semester Opportunity to place one printed marketing piece in the sponsored area for the entire semester Highly visible sponsorship opportunity viewed every week by 300+ students, plus volunteer and adult visitors The Kitchen Our state-of-the-art kitchen is used for culinary programs and more. The Art Studio Our newly expanded art studio provides a place for students to express themselves creatively. Life Skills Workshop This area is set aside for programs including welding, changing a flat tire, gardening, or trades-focused program. The Garage The garage is in the center of all the action - it serves primarily as our gaming area. COME TOUR OUR SPACE Our facility has 9,600 square feet dedicated to providing local students a place to develop mentally, physically, emotionally and spiritually in a safe environment. A personal tour is just an appointment away. Tours provide a first-hand look at how we re inspiring hope, purpose, and direction right here in Orland Park and beyond. To schedule a tour, call us at or amber@thebridgeteencenter.org. Café One of the first areas visitors see as they walk in the door, our café area offers healthier snack options and laptops for students to use.

program is offered year-round to large local public school groups 6 different pods are presented 12-15 times

Year s Eve is held annually on December 31st Girls Night In is held annually during Summer semester Guys Night

e-blasts about event (2,500+ subscribers) Repeated mentions on Social Media posts leading up to event (7,200+

New Year s Eve is one of our most popular nights of the year with 120+ student attendees.

Programs at The Bridge, including signature events, are all free for local teens.

5 EVENTS LEAD U PRESENTING SPONSOR ($1,000 per year) Logo included in visual aids for LeadU presentations for the sponsored year Prominent logo placement on LeadU booklet, for each student participant (500+ per year) This program is offered year-round to large local public school groups 6 different pods are presented times per year SIGNATURE EVENT SPONSOR ($750 per event) Exclusive sponsorship of the designated signature event: New Year s Eve is held annually on December 31st Girls Night In is held annually during Summer semester Guys Night In is held annually during Summer semester Banner (sponsor provided) hung in prominent location within facility Sponsor logo on printed postcards or fliers (circulation of 500 or more) Listing or logo on event page on The Bridge s website Logo included on the event web banner on the website homepage Name or logo included in e-blasts about event (2,500+ subscribers) Repeated mentions on Social Media posts leading up to event (7,200+ followers) Our annual Girls Night In reaches 150+ ladies in 7th-12th grade. New Year s Eve is one of our most popular nights of the year with 120+ student attendees. Guys Night In is our annual event just for young men, 7th 12th grade. Programs at The Bridge, including signature events, are all free for local teens. SPRING INTO SERVICE SPONSOR ($750) Placement on the service event t-shirt (distributed to all event participants) Logo placement on printed fliers (circulation of 500 or more) Listing on The Bridge Teen Center s website (25,000 visits per month) Social media mention during one event-related post (7,200+ total followers) This event is held annually in April CONTACT US! Sponsorship spots do fill up quickly, so call us at or amber@thebridgeteencenter.org for details.

COMMUNITY FAFSA WORKSHOP SPONSOR ($500) This event is held annually in October Banner (sponsor

materials to display on day of the event.

followers) Limited to 2 event sponsors COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE SPONSOR ($1,000) Exclusive sponsorship of

Limited to 3 event sponsors The Community Open House is an annual opportunity for community members to

CHEFS AUCTION DRIVE OUT BULLYING In honor of October being National Bullying Prevention Awareness

neighborhood by conducting donation drives and/or serving.

that proactively combat bullying on a daily basis. Sponsor opportunities start at $250.

The Bridge Teen Center s Chefs Auction is one of the longest-running and most highly anticipated

6 COMMUNITY FAFSA WORKSHOP SPONSOR ($500) This event is held annually in October Banner (sponsor provided) hung in prominent location within facility during the event Opportunity to provide printed materials to display on day of the event. Sponsor logo on printed fliers or postcards (circulation of 500 or more) Listing or logo on event page on The Bridge s website (25,000 visits per month) Name or logo included in e-blasts about events (2,500+ subscribers) Repeated mentions on Facebook/Twitter posts leading up to event (7,200+ followers) Limited to 2 event sponsors COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE SPONSOR ($1,000) Exclusive sponsorship of the Community Open House event, held annually in June Marketing materials set throughout space during the event Sponsor logo on printed postcards or fliers (circulation of 500+) Listing or logo on event pages on The Bridge s website Name or logo included in e-blasts about event (2,500+ subscribers) Limited to 3 event sponsors The Community Open House is an annual opportunity for community members to meet the staff, tour the facility, and learn about the programs The Bridge offers. CHEFS AUCTION DRIVE OUT BULLYING In honor of October being National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month, The Bridge Teen Center and community partner together to help drive out bullying in our neighborhood by conducting donation drives and/or serving. Donated goods are sold at The Bridge Thrift Store in support of The Bridge s free holistic programs that proactively combat bullying on a daily basis. Sponsor opportunities start at $250. Contact Amber Holup at amber@thebridgeteencenter.org or for details. The Bridge Teen Center s Chefs Auction is one of the longest-running and most highly anticipated fundraising events in our community. The event brings together top chefs from Chicago s south suburbs, fabulous entertainment, and lively auctions featuring one-of-a-kind experiences and items. Sponsor opportunities start at $750. Contact Amber Holup at amber@thebridgeteencenter.org or for details.

CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP

CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP overview MISSION The Bridge Teen Center is a nationally recognized nonprofit community center that was designed around the interests and needs of teens in the suburbs. We provide