Sponsorship Opportunities. Presented by Rich Products and Buffalo Bisons

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1 Sponsorship Opportunities Presented by Rich Products and Buffalo Bisons July 27 and 28, 2017

2 The mission of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is to cure cystic fibrosis and to provide all people with the disease the opportunity to lead full, productive lives by funding research and drug development, promoting individualized treatment and ensuring access to high-quality, specialized care. The CF Foundation tirelessly pursues its mission by supporting scientific research, which is dedicated to the discovery and development of new therapies. In addition to scientific research, the CF Foundation funds and accredits a network of specialized treatment centers that provide state-of-the-art care for people with CF. By applying the same principles that a for-profit company follows efficiency, innovation, and a results-driven approach the CF Foundation is making a profound difference in the lives of those with CF. The Foundation is an accredited charity of the Better Business Bureau s Wise Giving Alliance, meeting all of its Standards for Charitable Accountability. We take great pride in being one of the most efficient and effective organizations of our kind, and are careful stewards of every dollar raised in support of our mission. Forbes has recognized the CF Foundation for its innovative approach to curing a disease. By offering milestone-driven research awards, the CF Foundation stimulates the development of new CF therapies that are having a profound impact on thousands of lives, young and old. The Foundation s business model has been recognized by the National Institutes of Health and by publications such as The New Y ork Times, The Wall Street Journal and Business Week. When the CF Foundation began, few children lived to attend elementary school. Thanks to the research and care supported by the CF Foundation, many people with CF are now living into their 30s, 40s and beyond. Although the outlook for a child born with CF has improved tremendously over the years, it is not good enough. Your support of the CF Foundation will ensure that the momentum in CF research continues. Working together, we can add tomorrows every day to the lives of all people with CF. The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation has unrestricted financial reserves of about 12 times its budgeted annual expenses, following a one-time royalty sale in These funds, along with the public s continuing support, are needed to help accelerate our efforts to pursue a lifelong cure for this fatal disease, develop lifesaving new therapies and help all people with CF live full, productive lives. To request a copy of our Strategic Plan, info@cff.org or call 800 FIGHT-CF. WHAT IS CYSTIC FIBROSIS? CF is a life-threatening genetic disease that affects the lungs and digestive systems of tens of thousands of young people. One in 31 Americans more than 10 million people is an unknowing, symptomless carrier of the defective CF gene. Each time two carries conceive, there is a 25 percent chance that they will have a child with CF.

3 The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is pleased to announce the 16th Annual Large Fishing Tournament, the Greater Niagara BassEye Celebrity Challenge. The BassEye Celebrity Challenge is the first of its kind, modeled after the growing success of the Redbone Celebrity Tournament founded in Florida in On Thursday, July 20, 2017, Anglers and Captains will meet in person at the Strategy Session at Pettibones Grille to go over their game plan on becoming the Grand Champion Angler. Anglers and Captains will learn about the tournament rules and receive their goody bags. On Thursday, July 27, 2017, the tournament will kick-off at the Rich s. The night will consist of a music, exquisite cuisine, a silent auction and a unique live auction. Come join us at the party of the summer to help us Catch a Cure! On Friday, July 28, 2017, there will be a cast off at the Safe Harbor Marina where anglers will fish for bass and walleye in hopes of becoming the Grand Champion Angler. Following a day of fishing there will be a Dockside Awards Ceremony for anglers, captains and guests. In 1988, CF parents Gary and Susan Ellis founded the Redbone Celebrity Tournament Series. That first year, guides, anglers and celebrities from film and sports teamed up on 33 boats to fish for REDfish and BONEfish for the all-release tournament. Consequently, from that event came the name "Redbone." (There actually is no such thing as a Redbone fish!) The goal of the Redbone Tournament is to help the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation generate money to help fund science to find a cure for CF. Important Note on Attendance at Foundation Events: To reduce the risk of getting and spreading germs at CF Foundation-sponsored events, we ask that everyone follow basic best practices by regularly cleaning your hands with soap and water or with an alcohol-based hand gel, covering your cough or sneeze with a tissue or your inner elbow and maintaining a safe 6-foot distance from anyone with a cold or infection. Medical evidence shows that germs may spread among people with CF through direct and indirect contact as well as through droplets that travel short distances when a person coughs or sneezes. These germs can lead to worsening symptoms and speed decline in lung function. To further help reduce the risk of cross-infection, the Foundation s attendance policy recommends inviting only one person with CF to attend the indoor portion of a Foundation-sponsored event at a specific time. For the outdoor portion, the Foundation recommends that all people with CF maintain a safe 6-foot distance from each other at all times. This is a non-smoking event.

4 CAPTAIN SPONSOR Company recognized in all event-related print and published materials. Recognized as the Captain in selective event print and published materials. Company name/logo on all event materials created after signing date. Online benefits: Logo and website link displayed on the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation s Greater Niagara BassEye Celebrity Challenge event website. Feature article on event Web site, Event day benefits: Two boat entries (6 anglers) in the tournament, including bait and tackle. Each angler and a guest attend pre-tournament dinner/auction. Each angler attends post-tournament dockside awards ceremony. Eight additional company guests attend pre-tournament dinner. Full page recognition in the program book to pay tribute to the honorees or to recognize your Premium placement of your banner dockside (banner provided by sponsor). Opportunity to provide participants with company information and product samplings in gift bag. Opportunity to attend pre-event strategy session to receive fishing license, review tournament rules, meet assigned captain and develop your plan for day of fishing. SKIPPER SPONSOR ($4,739Tax Deductible) Recognized as the Skipper in selective event print and published materials. Online benefits: $6,000 Company name/logo will be included in: ($7,478 Tax Deductible) Company name/logo will be included in ALL: $10,000 Logo and website link displayed on the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation s Greater Niagara BassEye Celebrity Challenge event website. Event day benefits: One boat entry (3 anglers) in the tournament, including bait and tackle. Each angler and a guest attend pre-tournament dinner/auction. Each angler attends post-tournament dockside awards ceremony. Four additional company guests attend pre-tournament dinner. Full page recognition in the program book to pay tribute to the honorees or to recognize your company s philanthropic activities. Premium placement of your banner dockside (banner provided by sponsor). Opportunity to provide participants with company information and product samplings in gift bag. Opportunity to attend pre-event strategy session to receive fishing license, review tournament rules, meet assigned captain and develop your plan for day of fishing.

5 CREW SPONSOR $3,000 ($1,983 Tax Deductible) One boat entry (3 anglers) in the tournament, including bait and tackle. Each angler and a guest attend pre-tournament dinner/auction. Each angler attends post-tournament dockside awards ceremony. Half page recognition in the program book to pay tribute to the honorees or to recognize your Opportunity to provide participants with company information and product samplings in gift bag. LAND LOVER SPONSOR $3,000 ($2,268 Tax Deductible) Full page recognition in the program book to pay tribute to the honorees or to recognize your 12 tickets to pre-tournament dinner/auction. DOCKSIDE SPONSOR $2,000 ($1,634 Tax Deductible) Half page recognition in the program book to pay tribute to the honorees or to recognize your 6 tickets to pre-tournament dinner/auction. PARTY BOAT SPONSOR $1,500 ($1,256 Tax Deductible) Listed in the event program book. 4 tickets to pre-tournament dinner/auction.

6 Payment Information Contact Information Donor Information Sponsor Levels Captain- $10,000 Skipper - $6,000 Crew - $3,000 Land Lover - $3,000 Dockside - $2,000 Party Boat Sponsor - $1,500 We are unable to participate. Please accept our donation of $ in support of the life saving work of the CF Foundation. (Donations are 100% tax deductible.) Company Name Contact Name Address City/State/Zip Telephone All completed commitments can be mailed to Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of WNY 1775 Wehrle Drive Suite 150 Williamsville, NY Questions or comments? Tiffany Rollek, Development Director trollek@cff.org or To purchase sponsorship online please visit Please make checks payable to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Check Enclosed Please Invoice Me Visa MasterCard American Express Discover Credit Card # Exp Date Signature This signature authorizes the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation to charge the credit card number above the stated and agreed upon amount. The credit card information on the bottom of this form will be securely destroyed immediately after processing