5 th Annual. August 18, 2018 SPONSOR PROSPECTUS

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1 5 th Annual August 18, 2018 SPONSOR PROSPECTUS

2 The National Sickle Cell Walk With The Stars & Move-a-thon is one of the most visible events of the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, Inc. s community. Advocates of all ages, races, and backgrounds unite in an effort to bring national awareness to sickle cell disease. As a sponsor, you will garner a great deal of exposure throughout the entire campaign. This year s theme is We re on the Move for Sickle Cell, creating a new opportunity for individuals to participate in this wonderful event with jump roping, hula hooping, and Zumba, for example. We look forward to this fun-filled and inspiriting day, as we come together to fight sickle cell disease (SCD). By becoming a sponsor of the National Sickle Cell Walk With The Stars & Move-a-thon, you can make a significant contribution to the fight against sickle cell disease and play a pivotal role in what we are aiming to be, one of the largest and most respected sickle cell disease fundraising events in the world. Your partnership will be highlighted within the event s extensive promotional campaign, which extends to virtually every medium and conveys the extraordinary energy and sense of community of the event. Opportunity for a representative to address the crowd at the event s opening ceremony. Logo on event stage banner. Logo on official walk t-shirt. Logo on start and finish banner. Checkpoint host distinction. Celebrity meet and greet opportunities. Page 2. Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, Inc.

3 ABOUT SICKLE CELL DISEASE Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is the most common genetic disorder in the United States. Present at birth, SCD consists of a group of inherited blood cell disorders. The effects of SCD can be devastating with symptoms consisting of severe pain, hand and foot syndrome, anemia, acute chest syndrome, vision loss, stroke, and in many instances, death. It is particularly common among those whose ancestors come from sub-saharan Africa, Spanish-speaking regions in the Western hemisphere, Saudi Arabia, India and Mediterranean countries such as Turkey, Greece, and Italy. Approximately 3 million people in the United States and 300 million worldwide are carriers. SCD affects an estimated 90, ,000 Americans. 1,800-2,000 infants are born with SCD each year in the United States, primarily African Americans and Hispanics. Worldwide, over 300,000 infants are born with SCD each year. People with the most severe form of SCD may have 2-3 decade shorter life expectancy % of children with SCD experience stroke, which commonly results in cognitive impairment. Individuals living with SCD average 200,000 emergency room department visits annually % of those with SCD are classified as low-income or economically disadvantaged. SCD patients experience 18,000-20,000 or more blood transfusions per year. ABOUT SICKLE CELL DISEASE ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA, INC. The Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, Inc. (SCDAA) serves as the nation s only organization working full time on a national level to resolve issues surrounding SCD and trait. Since 1971, the organization has been on the forefront of improving the quality of health, life, and services for individuals, families, and communities affected by sickle cell disease and related conditions. In addition SCDAA has been and remains instrumental in promoting the search for a cure for all people in the world with sickle cell disease. SCDAA s mission is to advocate for and enhance our membership s ability to improve the quality of health, life and services for individuals, families and communities affected by sickle cell disease and related conditions, while promoting the search for a cure for all people in the world with sickle cell disease. SCDAA has more than 40 community-based member organizations located in over 30states serving throughout various communities in the United States. Collectively SCDAA and its members serve over 500,000 children adults with SCD, and their family members providing programs such as screening, counseling, educational training, wellness, supportive services and medical resource assistance. Page 3. Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, Inc.

4 SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES SCDAA has created sponsorship packages that include benefits that partners and sponsors are able to enjoy. Below is a brief description of the exclusive benefits that sponsors will have access to in return for their generosity! PREMIER $50,000+ Industry exclusive Logo featured on select outdoor advertising such as banners, posters, etc. Logo featured on 5,000 National Sickle Cell Walk push card and other marketing materials. Acknowledgement in press releases. Logo featured on select print advertisements. Logo on select e-communications. Two-week Featured Sponsor of the Week designation on the event s webpage. Logo included on the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America Inc. s website. Logo with link on the National Sickle Cell Walk With The Stars Sponsor page. Opportunity for a representative to address the crowd during the opening ceremony. Logo on the stage banner. Checkpoint host distinction of the day of the event. Logo on official Walk t-shirt. Page 4. Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, Inc.

5 GRAND $25,000+ SUPPORTING $10,000+ Logo featured on select outdoor advertising Logo featured on select outdoor advertising such as banners, posters, etc. such as banners, posters, etc. Logo featured on 5,000 National Sickle Cell Logo featured on 5,000 National Sickle Cell Walk push card and other marketing materials. Walk push card and other marketing materials. Acknowledgement in press releases. Logo on select e-communications. Logo featured on select print advertisements. Logo included on event webpage. Logo on select e-communications. Logo with link on the National Sickle Cell Walk One-week Featured Sponsor of the Week With The Stars Sponsor page. designation on the event s webpage. Logo included on event s webpage. Logo included on the Sickle Cell Disease Acknowledgement at the opening ceremony. Association of America s website. Banner placement on the day of the walk at Logo with link on the National Sickle Cell Walk the event site. With The Stars Sponsor page. Acknowledgement at the opening ceremony. IN-KIND $5,000+ Logo on the stage banner. Banner placement at the event site. Logo on official Walk t-shirt. Acknowledgement at the opening ceremony. Banner placement at the event site. Page 5. Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, Inc.

6 3. CONTACT INFORMATION Organization/Company Name Primary Contact Name/Title Address 1. SPONSOR LEVEL Premiere Grand Supporting In-Kind Other: $ City State/Zip Phone Number Listing as you wish to appear on signage 2. METHODS OF PAYMENT Purchase order enclosed Visa Mastercard American Express $ Please charge my credit card in the amount of Credit Card Number Cardholder Name Expiration Date Cardholder Signature Enclosed is my check made payable to SCDAA in the amount of $ PLEASE FAX/MAIL COMPLETED FORM TO: Mailing Address: Sickle Cell Disease Association of America Fax #: ATTN: Development 3700 Koppers Street, Suite 570 Baltimore, MD Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations to this organization are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. A copy of our current financial statement is available upon request by contacting the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, Inc. at 3700 Koppers Street, Suite 570, Baltimore, MD Documents and information submitted to the State of Maryland Charitable Solicitations Act are available from the Office of the Secretary of State for the cost of copying and postage.

7 THANK YOU TO OUR 2017 PARTNERS! SCDAA has worked with a number of sponsors for in-kind support. If your company would like to contribute to the 5 th Annual National Sickle Cell Walk With The Stars & Move-a-thon, in return for a comprehensive tailor-made sponsorship package that meets your needs and reaches your customers, we welcome the opportunity. Sponsor recognition and benefits will be determined by in-kind donation. If you are interested in any of our sponsor opportunities or have a question regarding the 5 th Annual Walk With The Stars & Move-athon, please do not hesitate to contact us. Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, Inc Koppers Street, Suite 570 Baltimore, MD scdaa@sicklecelldisease.org Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, Inc. 5 th Annual National Sickle Cell Walk With The Stars & Move-a-Thon August 18, 2018 in Baltimore, Maryland SPONSOR PROSPECTUS