2012 Oklahoma City Cattle Baron's Ball American Cancer Society 6525 N. Meridian, Suite 110 Oklahoma City, OK 73116 405.841.5800 An Am erica n cattlebaronsballokc.org OK_GA_12_2303 nt e v E y t e i c Cancer So
Where money your goes... Dear Friends, icare Steve Jobs 1955-2011 Founder...Innovator...Chief Executive Officer...Visionary These are all words to describe the life of American icon Steve Jobs, founder and later CEO of Apple who recently lost his battle with cancer. Every day in Oklahoma, 49 people find out they have cancer. Most will never be tweeted about or mentioned on network news, but all are loved. All are heroes. All deserve the best. How American Cancer Society funds were used in the High Plains 2009-10 18% Prevention and Detection Through education and advocacy, reaching people with information about healthy lifestyle behaviors and age appropriate cancer screening guidelines 29% Patient Services Programs supporting cancer patients and their loved ones from the time of diagnosis through the balance of life ican You can make a difference. You can provide the lifesaving funding needed to reach out to these heroes: grandmothers, CEOs, spouses, teachers, sons, and daughters. Your donation to and support of the Oklahoma City Cattle Baron's Ball provides SO much to those who are in such need. Last year these funds helped provide not only research and education, but Oklahoma City metro patients received the following: 1,560 oneway rides to lifesaving treatments, 1,359 free nights in guestrooms, 154 wigs, 134 breast prostheses, 18 children attended Camp Live A Dream, and 382 people received personal health managers. 33% National Research, Programs, and Other Activities Includes grants, fellowships, nationwide 24-hour Cancer Information Center and Web site, and other national activities 3% Management 17% Fundraising iwill Declare that you will do your part. On August 17, 2012, Coles Garden will host our western gala. Last year, more than 300 friends joined in a night of live country entertainment, exciting auctions, delicious food, creative games, and our famous mechanical bull! All of us have seen the effects of cancer, so we invite you to put on your boots and join us as a vital partner in the success of our 2012 Cattle Baron's Ball by becoming a sponsor, donating items, inviting others, giving generously, and attending our 10th annual event! The American Cancer Society is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For more information on American Cancer Society programs and services available in your community, call 1-800-227-2345 or visit cancer.org. Our heroes are counting on each of us. Together, let's decide to help create a world with less cancer and more birthdays! Sincerely, Sharri Mackey & Christy Taylor Chair and Co-Chair, 2012 Cattle Baron s Ball cancer.org 1.800.227.2345 1 2
Table of Contents Underwriting Descriptions Introduction Letter From the Chair............................................ 1 Where Your Money Goes.......................................... 2 Underwriting Opportunities for Cattle Baron s Ball Cattle Baron - $25,000............................................ 4 Driller - $15,000.................................................. 5 Sheriff - $10,000.................................................. 6 Trailblazer - $7,500............................................... 7 Marshal - $5,000.................................................. 8 Wrangler - $3,500................................................. 9 Oiler - $1,000.................................................... 10 Table Sponsorship Opportunities And Tickets Deputy and Outlaw Tables....................................... 11 VIP and Individual Tickets....................................... 11 Restricted Major Gifts Road to Recovery Van........................................... 12 About the American Cancer Society Your American Cancer Society at Work........................... 13 Your Gifts at Work............................................... 14 Cattle Baron... $25,000 Entertainment You will dance the night away as the 10 th Annual Cattle Baron s Ball presents special performers to entertain you! Dedicate the 2012 American Cancer Society Cattle Baron s Ball Dedicate the 2012 American Cancer Society Cattle Baron s Ball to the person or individuals of your choice, and share your commitment and passion for the fight against cancer. As a major event sponsor, you will be recognized for your philanthropic support as a leader in the battle against cancer in partnership with the American Cancer Society. Venue The 2012 Cattle Baron s Ball will take place at the beautiful and recently remodeled Coles Garden. This year, the event will take place both outdoors and indoors, with plenty of air conditioning! Golf Tournament Set to take place in April 2012, the Cattle Baron s Golf Tournament is sure to attract the best barons and baronesses across Oklahoma City to compete in the golf tournament! Secure your name with a presenting sponsorship for the latest Cattle Baron s Ball pre-party. More details are forthcoming. Cattle Baron 4 VIP tables Admission to VIP area (32 wristbands) Private server for your tables 32 VIP gifts Name and logo included on event invitations and event programs* Full-page advertisement in program* 1 company banner around stage area (provided by sponsor) American Cancer Society s prestigious Visionary Award 3 4
Underwriting Descriptions Underwriting Descriptions Driller... $15,000 Sheriff... $10,000 Food and Beverage One of the highlights of the Cattle Baron s Ball is the delicious food and beverages served to our guests. As a special sponsor, your company name and/or logo will be displayed at the desired food and beverage station. Silent Auction Your support will help underwrite this popular attraction the evening of the Ball. Your name and/or logo will be displayed in the silent auction area and on the bid sheets. Live Auction Going once, going twice, sold to the generous underwriter who wants to put their name on our popular live auction and bid paddles! Your company name and/or logo will be featured on the stage by the live auction area. Driller 3 VIP tables Admission to VIP area (24 wristbands) 24 VIP gifts Name and logo included on event invitations and event programs* Half-page advertisement in program* American Cancer Society s prestigious Society Award Live Entertainment You will be two-stepping the night away and singing along with the rising star there to entertain you. Cattle Baron s T-shirts Each attendee will receive a commemorative T-shirt when leaving the event. Shirts will prominently display your logo. Parking/Transportation The Cattle Baron s Ball will offer valet parking to all its guests. This is a great opportunity to advertise your company and location to every attendee of the Ball! Each attendee will receive a keychain from the valet with your company s logo. Bag Lady Brunch Underwrite the Bag Lady Brunch, a pre-party for the 2012 Cattle Baron s Ball. Guests are invited to attend a designer purse auction and mimosa brunch held in April, 2012. More than 80 ladies attended last year, and this year s event is sure to be a hit! Sheriff 2 VIP tables + 4 VIP tickets Admission to VIP area (20 wristbands) 20 VIP gifts Name and logo included on event invitations and event programs* Quarter-page advertisement in program* American Cancer Society s prestigious Society Award 5 6
Underwriting Descriptions Underwriting Descriptions Trailblazer... $7,500 Marshal...$5,000 Printed Materials Cattle Baron s Ball Invitation Help us spread the word about the best little party in Oklahoma! Invitations will be mailed to all past and prospective guests prior to the event. Your company will be featured on the invitation. VIP Gifts These wonderful Cattle Baron s Ball gifts are a MUST! Each VIP level attendee will receive a gift the night of the Ball. Your company name and/or logo will be prominently displayed with the gift. Stage Your company s name and/or logo on the stage, front and center all night! Cattle Baron s Café A perk for our attendees, a made-to-order coffee bar is available for our guests to enjoy a good cup o joe. Your company name and/or logo will be displayed at the café. Decorations Provide all of the festive centerpieces and decorations for the night of the Ball. Each table will feature your company name and/or logo with the centerpiece. Trailblazer 2 VIP tables Admission to VIP area (16 wristbands) 16 VIP gifts Name and logo included on event invitations and event programs* Quarter-page advertisement in program* Printed Materials Cattle Baron s Ball Program The Cattle Baron s Ball evening program, containing all pertinent event information, is distributed to each guest upon arrival. Your company will be featured on the program. Printed Materials Save the Date Card In order to remind all those invited, we will send save-the-date cards to more than 2,000 past and prospective guests. Your company s logo will be featured on the card. Photography Underwrite our event photographer! Attendees are photographed as they arrive, and photographers also take candid pictures during the event. The photography sponsor will be recognized at the photography staging area and your company name and/or logo will appear on all photos guests take home. Mechanical Bull Our guests will have a bucking good time while riding the mechanical bull! Your company s name and/or logo will be displayed at the bull arena area. Marshal 1 VIP table Admission to VIP area (8 wristbands) 8 VIP gifts Name and logo on event Web site Name included on event invitations and event programs* 7 8
Underwriting Descriptions Underwriting Descriptions Wrangler... $3,500 Oiler... $1,000 Revenue Enhancers and Midway Games Underwrite the various games of chance and revenue enhancers at the 2012 Cattle Baron s Ball, such as the wine pull and Celebrating More Birthdays. Secure your sponsorship early to reserve the best activities. Wrangler Individual Oiler Sponsor This sponsorship is for those individuals or businesses who wish to go above and beyond in their individual ticket purchase. Oiler Security Making sure our patrons feel safe, your company will underwrite the cost of security for the Cattle Baron s Ball. Dance Floor Your company name will be recognized around the dance floor as the sponsor of one of the main attractions for the Ball. Napkins and/or Beverage Cups One of the largest quantity items at the Ball, guests will surely not miss your generosity. Your name, along with Cattle Baron s Ball artwork, will be printed on the napkins and/or cups and in every hand at the Ball! 1 general admission table Name included on event invitations and event programs* 4 VIP tickets 4 VIP gifts Admission to the VIP area (4 wristbands) Name included on event invitations and event programs* 9 10
Table Sponsorship Opportunities Road to Recovery $2,500 Deputy Table (VIP table) Reserved table for 8 at the 2011 Cattle Baron s Ball Admission to the VIP area (8 wristbands) 8 VIP gifts Your company/individual name listed in the event program* $1,500 Outlaw Table (General Admission table) Reserved table for 8 at the 2011 Cattle Baron s Ball Your company/individual name listed in the event program* $200 Bootlegger s Ticket Admission to the 2011 Cattle Baron s Ball Admission to the VIP area (1 wristband) 1 VIP gift $150 Individual Ticket General admission to the 2011 Cattle Baron s Ball At the 2012 Cattle Baron's Ball, help us put together the pieces of a van by making a restricted major gift! In 2010, the American Cancer Society Oklahoma City office received more than 17,000 requests for one-way rides to treatment. In 2011, with two donated vans and all volunteer drivers, we were able to fill 1,560 requests. In the first month of fiscal year 2012, we already provided more than 300 rides to treatment. With an additional van running, we can increase our impact. Together, we can provide lifesaving rides to treatment and help create a world with more birthdays. Each dollar donated to the major restricted gift directly goes towards the purchase of another Road to Recovery van. What did the American Cancer Society van program mean to you? "It made it possible to have my treatment without the worry of my car breaking down. All of my drivers were so friendly and after being apprehensive about my breast cancer diagnosis, they helped put me ease before and after each treatment. I'm grateful that the American Cancer Society has Toni Henry over their transportation program. She has helped make my recovery possible." Brenda Lynn, Breast Cancer and Lung Cancer Survivor 11 12
Your American Cancer Society at work Information Every 26 seconds, someone calls us at 1-800-227-2345 regarding cancer concerns and for guidelines to reduce cancer risks or detect it early We are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to listen and help Awareness campaigns on prevention and early detection Educational programs on early detection of colon cancer, breast cancer, and others Prevention programs such as Great American Smokeout, Choose You, and Active For Life Patient education materials provided through treatment centers Your gifts at work $120 provides researchers with a case of 144 petri dishes allowing them to turn theories into cancer cures. Day-to-Day Help Gift items such as wigs and prostheses Transportation assistance Lodging assistance Support groups Patient Service Center Scholarships for childhood cancer survivors Emotional Support Transportation assistance program Breast cancer visitation program (Reach to Recovery ) Look Good... Feel Better program Prostate cancer support (Man to Man ) Support group facilitators $250 provides 83 hours of toll-free access for the American Cancer Society s National Cancer Information Center. The center receives 1.2 million calls every year to its 24-hour tollfree line, 1-800-227-2345, where specialists answer questions about cancer treatment options and local cancer resources. Together with our millions of supporters, the American Cancer Society saves lives and creates more birthdays by helping people stay well, helping them get well, by finding cures, and by fighting back against cancer. Stay Well We save lives by helping people everywhere take steps to prevent cancer or detect it early, when it s most treatable. Whether it s helping you quit smoking, providing information on what cancer screening tests are right for you, or through simple tips to live a healthier lifestyle, we turn what we know about cancer into what we do about it. Get Well Whether it s the middle of the day or the middle of the night, we re in your corner around the clock to guide you through every step of your cancer experience. The American Cancer Society saves lives by helping people get well by providing information to help make decisions, or free services like transportation to and from cancer treatment, or a free place to stay while receiving treatment far from home. We know that every cancer patient is a fighter and we re in the ring with you through every round. We help you fight for more birthdays. 13 Find Cures We have a long history of saving lives by helping find cancer s causes and cures. Whether it s discovering medications that help people live longer and better than ever, or pioneering and promoting the most promising cancer prevention or screening tests, we ve been involved in nearly every major cancer breakthrough in the past century. As the world s largest private funder of cancer research, we support the best ideas of the brightest cancer researchers, who with each discovery are getting us closer to a world with more birthdays. Fight Back We work with lawmakers everywhere to make this world a healthier place to live, and we rally communities around the globe to join our fight. Whether it s passing smoke-free laws, increasing funding for cancer research, improving access to quality health care, or inspiring communities to take up the fight, we fight on all fronts, because the lessons we learn from one battlefield can mean victory on another. 14 $500 helps provide visits to five women from the American Cancer Society s Reach to Recovery program. This program introduces breast cancer patients to select survivors who can answer questions and provide emotional support. How can you put a price on a child s smile? Camps for children with cancer run by the American Cancer Society let kids be kids. They swim, play sports, and enjoy other camp-style fun in a supportive environment that recognizes their special medical needs. And the kids attend free of charge thanks to generous donors. $1000 provides expenses for a patient to stay for free during cancer treatment in one of the American Cancer Society s Hope Lodge facilities located in major cities nationwide.