Save Lives Cure Cystic Fibrosis

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1 Georgia Associations of Health Underwriters and the CF Foundation Present: Insure the Cure for Cystic Fibrosis Insure the Cure for Cystic Fibrosis April 19, :30 pm to midnight Grand Hyatt Buckhead Save Lives Cure Cystic Fibrosis Exclusive evening event presented by the Georgia Associations of Health Underwriters (GAHU) and Corporate Sponsors to benefit those living with cystic fibrosis GAHU is an association of more than 800 health insurance and employee benefits professionals This is GAHU s 2 nd annual event of this magnitude The event expects to raise $100,000 to help those living with cystic fibrosis but in order to do so, we ll need your support

2 About Cystic Fibrosis Foundation The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is the leading organization committed to finding new therapies and ultimately a cure for CF, and to improving the lives of those with the disease. Rebecca and Antonio, age 2 Facts About Cystic Fibrosis A life-threatening genetic disease that affects the respiratory and digestive systems. 1 in 30 Americans are unknowing symptomless carriers of the defective CF gene. The disease occurs in one of every 3,500 live births and about 1,000 new cases of CF are diagnosed each year. Margarete and Eric, age 15

3 A Day In The Life Of A Child With CF 8-20 capsules or tablets 3-6 times per day 2-3 Chest percussion treatments per day 2-5 Aerosol breathing treatments per day Difficulty breathing due to reducing lung capacity Daily antibiotics for life to control ongoing infections Ridicule for being different. Deep cough. On a positive note, there is a direct link between dollars spent and improved quality of life for these children and adults. Your dollars count! Maturing With CF Fear of contracting Burkholderia Cepacia. Highly contagious, frequently causes earlier death Forty per-cent chance of becoming Diabetic Infertility Reduced lung capacity and double lung transplant Limited Access to Employment Limited Access to HealthCare and Insurance How to manage $40-100k annual cost if no insurance or Major Medical gets maxed-out

4 Donations for Research and Treatment Directly Impact the Median Predicted Age of Survival <1 yr. 1 yr. 10 yrs. 16 yrs. 18 yrs. 29 yrs. 32 yrs yrs yrs Who knows more about CF than Family? Give these GAHU family members a call. They live with it every day. They will be happy to share what it s like. David Goodrow, (granddaughter, age 4) Carol Hayes, (son, age 29) Swede Sullivan, (son, age 2) Richard Dressler, (son, Alan )

5 A Leader Among Nonprofits SmartMoney named the Foundation as a charity that won t waste your money. Forbes recognized the Foundation s innovative approach to curing a genetic disease. The National Institutes of Health recognized the Foundation as a model organization and praised our approach for turning scientific discoveries into better health care. The Foundation Is Efficient 89.4% Nearly 90 percent of every dollar of revenue raised is available for investment in vital CF programs to support research, care and education. * Source: 2005 audited financial statements of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

6 What Your Money Buys Improved length and quality of life for people with CF Specialized care centers to meet the unique needs of CF patients Cutting-edge science to discover and develop new CF therapies Money buys science. Science buys life! Why should your company get involved? The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation has quantified that research dollars and lifestyle support extend the lives of those living with C F. GAHU is made up of more than 800 health and employee benefits professionals who will see your support of this important cause Corporate Sponsors will receive preferred seating at the dinner and promotional exposure to GAHU members and the community at large It s a great opportunity to provide a fun, exciting and worthwhile evening for your invited employees, brokers and/or customers. They ll feel good about you making them a part of this significant event.

7 Americans Reward Corporate Citizenship 74% of consumers say that a company s commitment to causes is important when I decide what to buy or where to shop. * 86% of consumers say they are likely to switch from one brand to another if the other brand is associated with a good cause. * 79% of consumers are more likely to buy a product that supports a non-profit. * Source: * 2004 Cone Corporate Citizenship Study Save Lives Cure Cystic Fibrosis: About the Event When: Saturday, April 19, 2008, 6:30 pm to midnight Where: The Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead What to Expect: Food Formal Four-Course Plated Dinner with Complimentary Bar Special Guest Speaker Barbara Dooley Entertainment Live Music and Dancing Opportunity Live Auction and Silent Auction Emotion Excitement, Enjoyment and Immeasurable Satisfaction as you help raise $100,000 for Cystic Fibrosis

8 How To Get Involved Signature 1 position available at $25,000 Contribution Includes: 1 Full Dinner Table for 8 guests 2 Additional Seats at the Keynote Speaker s table (VIP) 10 Passes to the Exclusive VIP Reception with Keynote Speaker Barbara Dooley, including photo opportunity 1 Grand Hyatt Executive Suite for the evening of the event Overnight Valet Parking for one car Sunday Brunch for two, the following day Opportunity to address audience during the evening for 5 minutes Recognition signage in main dining area, silent auction area, flat screens throughout the hotel s reception lobby and all PR/Advertising Materials Full page add in program How to Get Involved Diamond Sponsor $20,000 Contribution Includes: 1 Full Dinner Table for eight guests 4 Passes to the Exclusive VIP Reception with Barbara Dooley 1 Room at Grand Hyatt for overnight stay with Valet Parking (one vehicle) Sunday Brunch for two, the following day Opportunity to address the audience during the event for three minutes Recognition signage in silent auction area. PR in all advertising materials half page advertisement in the program Platinum Sponsor $15,000 Contribution Includes: 1 Full Dinner Table for eight guests 2 Passes to Exclusive VIP Reception with Barbara Dooley 1 Room at Grand Hyatt for overnight stay with Valet Parking (one vehicle) Sunday Brunch for two, the following day Opportunity to address the audience during the evening for two minutes Recognition signage in silent auction area. PR in all advertising materials

9 How to Get Involved Corporate Table $5,000 Contribution Includes: 1 Full Dinner Table Seats at Keynote Speaker s table Remaining Seats Reserved for Signature Sponsorship Level Additional Information Your Guests select their dinner options from pre-set menu after being seated Free Valet parking included No one will go home empty handed Become a Sponsor and Join Companies Like These Past Sponsors <Add Your Logo>

10 Contact Information The person who delivered the information to you will be happy to serve as your primary contact should you desire it. In addition, the following people can be contacted for additional information: Rick Bailey or Dick Dressler or Jeff Fishback or Carol Hayes or Dave Knight or Blake Watts or With your support and our resources, together, we will move toward a cure. Sarah, age 9