SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

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1 14 14TH LARGEL TOURNAMENT SERIES GREATER NIAGARA BASSEYE CELEBRITY CHALLENGE L SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Presented by Rich Products and Buffalo Bisons June 25 and 26, 2015

2 YOUR DONATION MAKES A DIFFERENCE 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 health 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 forprofit company follows efficiency, innovation, and a results-driven approach the CF Foundation is making a profound difference in the lives of those with CF. HE CF F THE CF FOUNDATION IS EFFICIENT 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. HE CF F THE CF FOUNDATION IS INNOVATIVE NNOVATIVE & R & RESULTS-DRIVEN 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 York 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. THE CF FOUNDATIONF NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT! HE CF F Although the outlook for a child born with CF has improved tremendously over the years, it is not good enough. Your support with the CF Foundation is critical to ensuring that the momentum in CF research continues. Working together, we can add tomorrows every day to the lives of all people with 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 WHAT IS GREATER NIAGARA BASSEYE CELEBRITY CHALLENGE? E The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is pleased to announce the 14th 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 Wednesday, June 17, 2015, Anglers and Captains will meet in person at the Strategy Session at Pettibones 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, June 25, 2015, the tournament will kick-off the summer at the newly renovated Atrium at Rich Product s. The night will consist of a live band, exquisite cuisine, a silent auction, a unique live auction and an exciting raffle. Come join us at the party of the summer to help us Catch a Cure! On Friday, June 26, 2015 there will be a cast off at the NFTA Boat Harbor 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. WHAT IS REDBONE? 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 fund science to find a cure for CF. Important note on attendance for people with CF and their families: The health and well-being of people with cystic fibrosis is our top priority. Medical evidence shows that certain bacteria can be passed between individuals who have CF and can lead to worse symptoms and speed decline in lung function. To limit the serious risk of cross-infection between people with CF, only one person with CF may be invited to attend the indoor portion of each CF Foundation-sponsored event. For the outdoor portion of the event, people with CF should maintain a distance of at least 6 feet from each other. Please note: People with CF and their families should be aware that individuals with CF might choose to attend Foundation events or meetings without notifying event organizers. We strongly discourage this; however, we cannot guarantee that only one person with CF will be present at any indoor Foundation event. For more information, please call us at (716) This is a non-smoking event.

4 SPONSORSHIP LEVELS CAPTAIN SPONSOR $10,000 ($7,458 TAX DEDUCTIBLE) Company name/logo will be included in ALL: Company positioned and promoted in all event-related marketing materials and publicity. Recognized as the Dinner and Auction Reception Sponsor in selective event marketing and publicity. 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, 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 acknowledgement inside front cover of event program. Premium placement of your banner dockside (banner provided by sponsor). Opportunity to promote company product in participant 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 $6,000 ($4,729TAX DEDUCTIBLE) Company name/logo will be included in: Recognized as the Dockside Awards Ceremony Sponsor in selective event marketing and publicity. Online benefits: Logo and website link displayed on the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation s Greater Niagara BassEye Celebrity Challenge event website. 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 acknowledgement in event program. Premium placement of your banner dockside (banner provided by sponsor). Opportunity to promote company product in participant 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 SPONSORSHIP LEVELS CREW SPONSOR $3,000 ($1,977 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 acknowledgement in event program. Opportunity to promote company product in participant gift bag. LAND LOVER SPONSOR $3,000 ($2,256TAX DEDUCTIBLE) Full page acknowledgement in event program. 12 tickets to pre-tournament dinner/auction. DOCKSIDE SPONSOR $2,000 ($1,628 TAX DEDUCTIBLE) Half page acknowledgement in event program. 6 tickets to pre-tournament dinner/auction. PARTY BOAT SPONSOR $1,000 ($876TAX DEDUCTIBLE) Listed in the event program. 2 tickets to pre-tournament dinner/auction.

6 Contact Information Payment Information Donor Information Sponsor Levels 2015 G 2015 GREATER NIAG ARA BASSEYE CELEBRITY CHALLENGE E SPONSORSHIP COMMITMENT Captain- $10,000 Skipper - $6,000 Crew - $3,000 Land Lover - $3,000 Dockside - $2,000 Party Boat Sponsor - $1,000 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 Please make checks payable to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Check Enclosed Please Invoice Me Visa MasterCard American Express Discover Credit Card # Exp Date Signature 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