Reaching More Children In More Ways ship Proposal
Because of You Impactful change is made through the work of the ACH Auxiliary. Mission Established in 1967, the Arkansas Children s Hospital Auxiliary has grown to include more than 500 women who support the work of Arkansas Children s Hospital (ACH) and the Arkansas Children s Research Institute (ACRI). Members give their time, energy and talents in order to raise funds for medical care, state-of-the-art technology We champion children by making them better today and healthier tomorrow. and a wide range of outreach and innovative support programs for children and families. The Auxiliary undertakes five major projects each year including Arkansas a la Carte, the Holiday Card Project, Miracle Ball, Race for a Healthier Tomorrow, and the ACHiever program. Auxiliary volunteers also manage the Playaway Gift Shop in the hospital lobby. Throughout the past five years, the Auxiliary has contributed more than a $1,000,000 annually to the hospital. These gifts have funded such programs as David M. Clark Center for Safe and Healthy Children, Arkansas Children s Research Institute, as well as the Comfort Foods, Good Mourning, and Palliative Care programs. Get Engaged: Be a Champion for Children As a sponsor, you can be a driving force in improving the lives of children in Arkansas. Your partnership is crucial to the success of the Auxiliary achieving their annual goal of giving back to Arkansas Children s Hospital and Arkansas Children s Research Institute.
Our REQUEST Thank you for the opportunity to present this request for a gift to Arkansas Children s through the work of the ACH Auxiliary. Arkansas á la Carte is our chic spring fundraiser featuring more than 25 of Arkansas finest eateries on Thursday, March 14, 2019. The Holiday Card project is our first and longest running fundraiser, featuring ACH patient artwork. Card sales will kick-off October 1. Miracle Ball is our annual black-tie gala in Central Arkansas with more than 550 guests each year. Race for a Healthier Tomorrow is in its inaugural year and will include a 5K timed race and a 1-Mile Family Fun Walk for all ages and activity levels. ACHievers is comprised of 9th grade girls and boys who are interested in community service, learning more about medical sciences careers and the importance of philanthropy in their community. Your Impact Your gift will help the Auxiliary commit to funding these programs and initiatives: Improving the Patient Experience: The Auxiliary has committed $1 million this fiscal year to improvements to outdoor spaces on the Hospital campus. These improvements will provide patients and families with four restorative benefits environments for social support, a sense of control, physical movement and positive distractions. Arkansas Children s Research Institute: The Auxiliary supports the research efforts with a gift of $50,000. Comfort Foods Program: The Auxiliary dedicates time and a gift of $30,000 to feed patient families a free, hot meal once a month outside of the hospital room. Center for Good Mourning & Palliative Care Program: The Auxiliary is compelled to support these two programs with a $75,000 gift to provide support to bereaved children and families. Arkansas Children s Auxiliary ship Opportunities 3
Our commitment to improving the Patient Experience Outdoor spaces are key to enhancing wellness they let kids be kids, even in the healthcare setting. Outdoor play is important for the healthy growth and development of children. When children play outside they are able to use their fine and gross motor skills and imagination to explore. Outdoor play also provides an appropriate means of self expression and helps development of social skills and cardiovascular endurance. Outdoor space is also an integral component of the healing process. Research-based evidence suggests that the outdoors provides four restorative benefits: an environment that provides for social support, a sense of control, physical movement and positive distractions. Because a hospital visit or stay can be stressful for patients and their families, outdoor spaces provide a sense of normalcy and an opportunity to escape the often serious nature of the hospital environment. Unfortunately, the Little Rock campus lacks adequate outdoor therapeutic spaces. With support from partners like you, a new level of imaginative, calming and healing outdoor spaces will be created to better serve children and their families. Plans for the campus include things like walking paths, water features, outdoor eating areas and gardens. Together, we will help reduce stress, promote wellbeing and encourage healthy lifestyle habits. Restorative Benefits of Outdoor Therapeutic Spaces Social Support Patients Family Staff Sense of Control Privacy Choices Escape Physical Movement Exertion Rehabilitation Positive Distractions Plants and Flowers Wildlife Nature Sounds Improved Health Outcomes Arkansas Children s Auxiliary ship Opportunities 4
Arkansas a La Carte March 14, 2019 Arkansas Children s Hospital, Little Rock Arkansas a la Carte brings together the best eateries in town to provide samples of light bites and libations to guests. Guests shop a premium silent auction with an extensive collection of items. Auction artwork is created by Artists a la Carte, a program that pairs children with regional Arkansas artists to create unique pieces of art. This program provides children the opportunity to express themselves creatively. 600+ GUESTS ANNUALLY Approximately 20-25 EATERIES participate annually ship Levels & Benefits Presenting $10,000 Premier $7,500 Event $5,000 Executive Chef $2,500 Chef s Circle $1,000 Sous Chef s Circle $500 Complimentary event tickets 20 15 10 6 4 2 Logo/listing included on printed materials event posters and 3,000 event invitations and event sponsorship signage (prominent Logo Logo Logo Logo Listing Listing recognition for presenting sponsor) Logo/listing included in e-communications (sent to more than 1,100 email addresses) Recognition at an Auxiliary General Membership Meeting Acknowledgement in Children s Way (the Auxiliary quarterly newsletter mailed to more than 500 homes) Logo Logo Logo Logo Listing - - - - - - - - - - I want to sponsor Arkansas A La Carte at the level. Name listed as: Authorized representative: Arkansas Children s Auxiliary ship Opportunities 5
Holiday Card Project Holiday 2018 Established in 1968, the Holiday Card Project is the oldest fundraiser of the Auxiliary. Every year, ACH patients look forward to submitting their artwork for the holiday cards, and families and businesses all over the state look forward to mailing them. Because of donors and sponsors like YOU, the cost of printing and packaging the holiday cards, roughly $12,000, is covered. MORE THAN $55,000 RAISED ANNUALLY APPROXIMATELY 70,000 CARDS PRODUCED ANNUALLY ship Levels Presenting : $15,000 Name listed on the back of nearly 70,000 holiday cards One year membership in Children s Circle of Care You will receive 75 boxes of 20, totaling 1,500, holiday cards of your choice and 15% off additional purchases Recognition in the sales brochure (approx. 5,000 mailed) and the Champions Magazine mailer (approx. 50,000 mailed); and recognition at the artist reception Card : $1,500 Company logo or name listed on the back of the card you choose to sponsor Recognition in brochure (approx. 5,000 mailed) and the Champions Magazine mailer (approx. 50,000 mailed); and recognition at the artist reception I want to sponsor the Holiday Card Project at the level. Name listed as: Authorized representative: Arkansas Children s Auxiliary ship Opportunities 6
Miracle Ball HOSTED BY THE ACH AUXILIARY & AC FOUNDATION December 8, 2018 Arkansas Children s Hospital Campus, Little Rock Miracle Ball is the signature black-tie gala for Arkansas Children s Hospital in Little Rock. This annual fundraiser is an elegant evening where guests enjoy a gourmet dinner, live entertainment and bid on exclusive live and silent auction items. 550 ATTENDEES ANNUALLY More than $660,000 RAISED LAST YEAR Marcy & Mark Doderer, Chairs 2018 Miracle Ball ship Levels & Benefits Presenting $50,000 Premier $30,000 Champion $15,000 ship table for ten (10) with priority seating (personalized service for presenting sponsor) Invitation to the Champions Dinner One year membership in Children s Circle of Care Recognition on event signage and from the stage during the event Logo/Name featured prominently on event invitation Ad in event program (size noted) Full Page Full Page ½ page Logo/Name in Thank You ad in newspapers and social magazines - Listing on all news releases and print materials - Recognition in Children s Way (Auxiliary newsletter mailed to more than 500 homes) - Customized, private mission experience at Arkansas Children s Hospital - - I want to sponsor Miracle Ball at the level. Name listed as: Authorized representative: Arkansas Children s Auxiliary ship Opportunities 7
Race for a Healthier Tomorrow April 13, 2019 Arkansas Children s Campus This is the inaugural year for Race for a Healthier Tomorrow, a timed 5K and a 1-Mile Family Fun Walk (strollers and wheelchairs welcome). Online participant fundraising pages are encouraged to ensure this is a true statewide event. ship Levels & Benefits Presenting $25,000 1-mile Family Fun Walk $15,000 ACHieve $10,000 (Start Line or Race Corral) Water & Aid Station $7,500 Arise Community $5,000 Dream- Maker $2,500 Inspiration Station $1,000 Complimentary race entries 25 15 10 7 5 2 1 Industry exclusive sponsorship and recognition in Auxiliary newsletter - - - - - - One year membership in Children s Circle of Care, recognition in press release and logo included on race bibs and personal fundraising webpage Event Family Walk - - - - - Recognition on all event advertising and in e-newsletter Include promotional materials in race day packets Recognition on printed materials (posters, signage, billboards, etc.) Logo Logo Listing - - - - - - - - Logo Logo Listing Most - - - Recognition on race website Race day recognition Logo w/link Logo Listing Listing Listing - - - @ Station Recognition in race brochure and on Race and Volunteer Shirts Logo Logo Logo Listing Listing Listing - I want to sponsor the Race for a Healthier Tomorrow at the level. Name listed as: Authorized representative: Arkansas Children s Auxiliary ship Opportunities 8
ACHiever Program For more than a decade, the ACHiever program has taught 9 th grade girls the importance of volunteering and giving back to the community by expanding their understanding of healthcare and enriching their lives through fundraising, volunteerism, education and community leadership. For 2018-2019, the program is expanding to include a separate opportunity for 9 th grade boys. ACHievers learn about various medical-related career opportunities and the importance of philanthropy, tour areas of the hospital and volunteer for ACH Auxiliary projects. Each year several qualified applicants are unable to afford the annual program fee. Through the generosity of people like you, these deserving young men and women will be able to participate. ship Opportunity ACHiever Scholarship ship $1,200 Recognition on all program materials Invitation to attend the ACHiever Graduation Yes! I want to fund a 9 th grade girl ACHiever scholarship at $1,200. Yes! I want to fund a 9 th grade boy ACHiever scholarship at $1,200. Name listed as: Authorized representative: Arkansas Children s Auxiliary ship Opportunities 9
We champion children by making them better today and healthier tomorrow. Jamie Brainard Senior Development Officer, Auxiliary Services Arkansas Children s Foundation brainardjs@archildrens.org (501) 364-4235