Alzheimer's Association, Rhode Island Chapter 1-800-272-3900 (401-421-0008) agarcia@alz.org
TABLE OF CONTENTS I. Introduction.....3 A. About the Alzheimer s Association B. Facts and Figures National and Local II. Event Information 4 A. About Walk to End Alzheimer s B. Locations and Dates III. Sponsorship Opportunities....5 A. Platinum B. Gold C. Silver D. Bronze E. Corporate F. Champions Club Tent G. Promise Garden H. Media I. Table/Fact Sign/Checkpoint J. Example Chart IV. Commitment Form...11 V. Thank You and Contact Info...12 WALK TO END ALZHEIMER S SPONSORSHIP PACKET 2
INTRODUCTION About the Alzheimer s Association The Alzheimer's Association is the world s leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care and support and research. We address this global epidemic by providing information, education and support to the millions who face dementia every day, while advancing critical research toward methods of treatment, prevention and, ultimately, a cure. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer s. Facts and Figures More than 5 million people have Alzheimer s disease including 23,000 in Rhode Island. Every 66 seconds someone develops Alzheimer s; by 2050, someone will develop the disease every 33 seconds. Alzheimer's disease is the sixth-leading cause of death in the United States and the only cause of death among the top 10 without a way to prevent, cure or even slow its progression. One in eight older Americans has Alzheimer's disease. Deaths from Alzheimer's increased 71 percent from 2000 to 2013, while deaths from other major diseases (including heart disease, stroke, breast and prostate cancer, and HIV/AIDS) decreased. In total, 15.9 million family and friends provided 18.1 billion hours of unpaid care in 2015 to those with Alzheimer's and other dementias. That care had an estimated economic value of $221.3 billion. Nearly two-thirds of all Americans living with the disease are women. Approximately two-thirds of caregivers are women. Unless something is done, in 2050, Alzheimer's will cost $1.1 trillion (in 2017 dollars). Costs to Medicare will increase 365 percent to $589 billion. WALK TO END ALZHEIMER S SPONSORSHIP PACKET 3
EVENT INFORMATION About Walk to End Alzheimer s The Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer s is the world s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer s care, support and research. Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, this inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to reclaim the future for millions. Together, families, friends, co-workers, social and religious groups and more, display a combined strength and dedication in the fight against this devastating disease. The funds raised through Walk to End Alzheimer s benefit the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer s Association. We strive to: o Help families across the country by continuing to provide and enhance programs focusing on education and support. o Advance critical research studies into methods of treatment, prevention and, ultimately, a cure. o Speak up for the needs and rights of those facing Alzheimer s through our public policy initiatives. We have raised more the $78 million nationwide. In 2016, the Rhode Island Chapter raised more than $460,000 with 3,000 participants. The Rhode Island Chapter Programs and Services Free 24/7 Helpline (800.272.3900) Peer- or professionally led support groups for caregivers and others dealing with Alzheimer s disease. Safety services, including MedicAlert + Alzheimer's Association Safe Return, providing assistance when someone with the disease wanders or has a medical emergency. Meaningful early-stage programs. Education programs for the general public, both online and in person, feature information on topics such as diagnosis, warning signs, communication, living with Alzheimer s disease and caregiving techniques. Health care professional trainings Rhode Island Walk Location and Dates Sunday, September 17, 2017 Fort Adams State Park 80 Fort Adams Drive Newport, RI 02840 Registration 8:30am - Walk 10:00am Saturday, September 23, 2017 Roger Williams Park 1000 Elmwood Ave Providence, RI 02905 Registration 8:30am - Walk 10:00am Please note that this year s Walk in Providence will take place on a Saturday WALK TO END ALZHEIMER S SPONSORSHIP PACKET 4
SPONSORSHIPP OPPORTUNITIES Platinum Sponsor Only available to one company per Walk $15,000 Logo on front of Team Captain Packets Announcement of Sponsor Category during opening ceremony Logo and link on Chapter website and logo on press releases and post Walk PR Logo and link on Walk websites for Newport and Providence Logo on 2,000 posters for both walks (11x17) and (8 1/2x11) Logo on the front of 15,000 brochures Large logo on Walk t-shirts Large sponsor sign name at both walks Vendor space at both walks Exposure at Caregiver's Conference - Exhibitor and logo on agenda, 2 CEU credits Signage and tickets to Alzheimer's Auction - Logo on screen plus table of 8 Prime vendor space at November Lecture Logo on Chapter newsletter for entire year Chef buy-in and Marketing table at the Culinary Challenge Gold Sponsor $10,000 Logo inside cover of Team Captain Packets Announcement of Sponsor Category during opening ceremony Logo on press releases Logo and link on Walk website for Newport and Providence Logo on 2,000 poster (8 1/2x11 only) Logo inside 15,000 brochures Large logo on Walk t-shirts Large sign name at both Walks Vendor space at both Walks Logo on agenda for Caregiver's Conference, plus 1 CEU credit Signage and tickets to Alzheimer's Auction - Logo on screen plus 4 tickets Vendor space at November Lecture Logo on Chapter newsletter for entire year Marketing table at Culinary Challenge WALK TO END ALZHEIMER S SPONSORSHIP PACKET 5
SPONSORSHIPP OPPORTUNITIES Silver Sponsor $5,000 Announcement of Sponsor Category during opening ceremony Logo and link on Walk websites for Newport and Providence Logo inside 15,000 brochures Logo on Walk t-shirts Sign name at both Walks Vendor space at both Walks Signage and tickets to Alzheimer's Auction- Name listed plus 2 tickets Logo in the Chapter newsletter for two quarters Bronze Sponsor $2,500 Logo and link on Walk website for Newport and Providence Logo inside 15,000 brochures Logo on Walk t-shirts Sign name at both walks Vendor space at either Walk Logo in Chapter newsletter for one quarter Champions Club Tent Sponsorship $2,500 Those who raise between $500 and $9999 for the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer s Association become members of the elite Walk to End Alzheimer s Champions Club. Those who raise $1,000 or more gain access to the new, exclusive Grand Champions Club. Champions Club members receive a number of benefits, including access to the Champions Club tent. Sponsorship Benefits Logo on Champions Club banner. Can provide water, drinks and snacks to the Champions Club members' Tent. Logo on: Walk website, T-shirt and Walk brochures. Recognition on chapter s Facebook page. Name in quarterly newsletter. WALK TO END ALZHEIMER S SPONSORSHIP PACKET 6
Promise Garden Sponsorship $2,500 Recognition at the Walk Opening Ceremony. Signage with your logo at the flower pick-up table. Signage with your logo at the Promise Garden. Local sponsorship recognition will use the following language: Promise Garden locally sponsored by (company name). Local sponsorship for Promise Garden is available to only one company per walk. About the Promise Garden Walk to End Alzheimer s events across the country feature a Promise Garden a hands-on, missionfocused experience that allows participants to raise flowers representing their promise to remember, honor, care and fight for those living with Alzheimer s disease and their caregivers. Through color, these Promise Flowers represent the diverse reasons participants have gathered. Participants will have an opportunity to write a personal message e on their flower to further show their dedication. Once this message is written, participants come together for a heartfelt ceremony prior to Walk. Together, the Promise Flowers create a dynamic, colorful and meaningful garden. Promise Flower Color Key Blue I have Alzheimer s. Yellow I am supporting or caring for someone with Alzheimer s. Purple I have lost someone to Alzheimer s. Orange I support the cause and the Alzheimer s Association vision of a world without Alzheimer s. Corporate Sponsorship $1,200 Name on 15,000 brochures Banner listing at Walk Vendor space at either walk Name listed in Chapter Newsletter for one quarter WALK TO END ALZHEIMER S SPONSORSHIP PACKET 7
Media Sponsor As the exclusive Media sponsor of the 2017 Walk to End Alzheimer s, sponsor would receive the following: Station logo promoted on chapter s Walk to End Alzheimer s website. Promotion on chapter s Facebook page through targeted status updates to more than 650 people that links directly to your website. Station logo on Walk to End Alzheimer s T-shirts. MC for Providence Walk Logo placement on Walk brochures (15,000 circulation). In return, sponsors would provide promotion of the 2017 Walk to End Alzheimer s through activities such as: On-air mentions of Walk to End Alzheimer s leading up to the Newport and Providence Walks. Walk to End Alzheimer s PSAs to run from the day of signed contract until the day of the event, mix of 30-second and 60-second spots highlighting Walk. The Alzheimer s Association will provide two pre-produced PSAs that have a 5 second tag at the end, which can be customized by the sponsor. At least 50 percent of spots to run during peak viewing hours (only applicable for TV and radio sponsorships). One (1) interview with an Alzheimer s Association staff member or volunteer no more than six weeks and no less than two weeks prior to the event. Link to the chapter s Walk to End Alzheimer s Web page on the sponsor's website, and Facebook and Twitter pages highlighting the Newport and Providence Walks with the link. Attendance of film crew and talent at Walk to End Alzheimer s to film footage, conduct interviews, etc. Use of on-air talent as an emcee for Walk to End Alzheimer s. WALK TO END ALZHEIMER S SPONSORSHIP PACKET 8
Table/Fact Sign/Checkpoint Sponsorship Display your business at a vendor table at the Walk in Newport or Providence or have your business name displayed on Facts sign/water stop along the route of our walk in Newport or Providence and receive exposure for your business, facility, or club. Fill out the form below- email, fax, charge or mail your payment to the chapter office. Please identify either Newport/ Providence Walk. Table/ Exhibitor Sponsor $1,000 o Includes 6-foot table o Name listed on corporate sponsor banner Set-up is at 8:00am for both walks Newport or Providence Fact Sign Sponsor $200 o Alzheimer's fact sign with your business name only listed along the walk route Newport or Providence Checkpoint Sponsor $100 Fort Adams State Park, Newport - September 17, 8:30am Registration, Walk 10:00am o Name listed on sign at Water Stop Roger Williams Park, Providence - September 23, 8:30am Registration, Walk 10:00am o Name listed on sign at Water Stop Name Sponsor Level Business or Facility Address Business Phone Email Charge-MC, Visa, or Discover Expiration Date: Security Code: Name on Card: To mail: Check payable to Alzheimer's Association and mail to Rhode Island chapter Office, 245 Waterman Street, Suite 306, Providence, RI 02906 - Thank You Email your form to agarcia@alz.org or call 800-272-3900 or 401-421-0008 WALK TO END ALZHEIMER S SPONSORSHIP PACKET 9
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AND BENEFITS Sponsorship Benefits Concentration as platinum sponsor of Walk to End Alzheimer's, and recognition at all major events Team Captain Packets and Announcements of Sponsor category during opening ceremony Recognition and Link on Chapter Website and Press Releases Recognition and Link on Walk website for Newport and Providence Placement on 2,000 Posters (11x17) and (8 1/2 x11) Logo on front Team Packet Logo inside cover of Team Packet Announcement Announcement Announcement Logo and link on Logo on press chapter site plus releases logo on press releases Post Walk PR Logo Logo Logo Logo Logo on both Logo on 8 1/2x11 Placement on 15,000 brochures Logo on front Logo inside Logo inside Logo inside Name cover Placement on Walk t-shirts Large Logo Large Logo Logo Logo Sign at Walks (both) Platinum $15,000 Large Sponsor Sign Name Gold $10,000 Silver $ 5,000 Bronze $ 2,500 Corporate $ 1,200 Large Sign Name Sign Name Sign Name Banner Listing at Walk Vendor Space Both Walks Both Walks Both Walks Either Walk Either Walk Other Event Exposure Caregiver's Conference Signage and tickets to Alzheimer's Auction November Lecture Exhibitor Conf & Logo on Agenda, 2 CEU credits Logo on Screen plus table of 8 Prime Vendor Space Logo on Agenda plus 1 CEU credit Logo on Screen plus 4 tickets to event Vendor Space Name Listed plus 2 tickets to event Chapter Newsletter Logo entire year Logo entire year Logo for 2 quarters Logo for one quarter Culinary Challenge Chef Buy-In + Marketing Table Marketing Table Name listed for one quarter Promise Garden Sponsor Benefits $2,500 Champions Club Tent Sponsor Benefits $2,500 Media Sponsor Benefits Recognition at the Walk Opening Ceremony One sign with your logo at the flower pick-up table Local sponsorship recognition will use the following language: Promise Garden locally sponsored by (company name). Local sponsorship for Promise Garden is available to only one company per walk Logo on Champions Club Banner Can provide water, drinks, and snacks to Champions Club Members' Tent Logo on: Walk website, T- shirt and Walk brochures Recognition on chapter's Facebook page Name in quarterly newsletter Station logo promoted on chapter's Walk to End Alzheimer's website Promotion on chapter's Facebook page through targeted status updates to more than 650 people that links directly to your website Station logo on Walk to End Alzheimer's T-shirts MC at Providence Walk Logo placement on Walk brochures (15,000 circulation) WALK TO END ALZHEIMER S SPONSORSHIP PACKET 10
COMMITMENT FORM The Alzheimer s Association Walk to End Alzheimer s is the world s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer s care, support and research. Since 1989, we have mobilized thousands of people in your community to join the fight against Alzheimer s disease, the nation s sixth-leading cause of death. Demonstrate your company's leadership role in the fight against Alzheimer s by joining us as a local Walk to End Alzheimer s sponsor. The Rhode Island Chapter of the Alzheimer s Association offers a variety of sponsorship opportunities that will provide your company with greater visibility in the communities where your employees work and live. Together, with your philanthropic support, we can lead the way to the end of Alzheimer s disease. Yes, I would like to commit to becoming a sponsor for the Walk to End Alzheimer s. Our corporate sponsorship will help advance the fight against Alzheimer s and support the Association s vision of a world without Alzheimer s disease. Please indicate the sponsorship level for 2017: Platinum Sponsorship $15,000 Gold Sponsorship $10,000 Silver Sponsorship $5,000 Bronze Sponsorship $2,500 Company name: Corporate Sponsorship $1,200 Water Sponsor $500 plus water for 1000 walkers Champion Club Tent $2,500 Promise Garden $2,500 Media Sponsor Contact name: Authorized signature: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: Email: Payment enclosed Please bill me Mail to: Alzheimer's Association, RI Chapter 245 Waterman Street, Suite 306, Providence, RI 02906 Or fax to: 401-421-0115 Or email to: agarcia@alz.org Questions? Please call: 800-272-3900 (401-421-0008), Bella Garcia, Special Events Coordinator WALK TO END ALZHEIMER S SPONSORSHIP PACKET 11
THANK YOU Alzheimer's Association, Rhode Island Chapter 245 Waterman Street, Suite 306 Providence, RI 02906 1-800-272-3900 (401-421-0008) alz.org/ri WALK TO END ALZHEIMER S SPONSORSHIP PACKET 12