Inspiring girls to be joyful, healthy and confident. Program Sponsorship Opportunities FALL 2014-SPRING 2015 GIRLS ON THE RUN is a physical activity-based, positive youth development program designed to develop and enhance girls social, psychological, and physical competencies to successfully navigate life experiences. OUR 12 WEEK PROGRAM uses running, games, and meaningful discussions to teach specific life skills and encourage healthy decision making. Girls develop and improve competence, feel confidence in who they are, develop strength of character, respond to others and oneself with care and compassion, create positive connections with peers and adults, and make meaningful contributions to community and society. GOTR teams are led by trained and supportive Coach Mentors who guide the girls through the curriculum and prepare them to run or walk in an end of season 5k event with their teammates and community members. THE OUTCOME GOTR girls are less likely to participate in unhealthy and risky behaviors or have negative self-esteem or body image. Instead, they unleash confidence through accomplishment, while establishing a lifetime appreciation of wellness and positive lifestyle choices. I liked that the lesson made you believe in yourself every time.
Impacting Lives, Changing Futures As today s culture creates unrealistic expectations that are impossible to meet, Girls on the Run of the Triangle is a positive force providing significant impact on the lives of young girls in our area. Through participation in Girls on the Run, girls learn how to tap into their authentic self, strengthen it, and then share it with joy and energy in their community. That s important because there s a lot at work against these girls. Research done by Meredith College in the State of Girls in North Carolina Report tells us: One in four middle school females reports being cyberbullied or harassed through new media technologies, which include texting, social media, instant messaging and email. Rates of girls considered overweight are on the rise. However, the percentage of girls describing themselves as overweight is higher than the number of girls who are classified as such. These girls are susceptible to developing risky and problematic behaviors to combat what may or may not be an actual weight problem. Negative body image perceptions and the subsequent destructive behaviors that result are on the rise among pre-teens in North Carolina. 53% of 13 year old girls are unhappy with their bodies. That number increases to 78% by age 17. Only 21% of girls believe they have the key quality required to be a good leader. Girls on the Run is a proven, positive character development program that works to overcome the everyday challenges girls face. Girls leave our program with a strong sense of self and the tools that equip them to speak up for themselves when faced with negative influences. Here s proof: Based on post season data, the number of girls who said they were comfortable with their bodies increased from 67% preseason to 73% postseason. The top adjectives GOTR participants use to describe themselves post season are strong, healthy and special. By end of season, more girls considered themselves leaders and as positive contributors to their community. I learned to be a leader. What I liked most was being able to meet new friends and run while finding out who I really am.
Program Sponsorship Opportunities FALL 2014-SPRING 2015 Your Support Changes Everything Our data shows we re making progress and you can be part of the solution. Currently, there are more than 100 girls on our 2014 Fall Season wait list. Additionally, we expect to award over $80,000 in financial assistance to over 450 girls who would otherwise be unable to participate in our program. Sponsorship contributions go directly toward our strategic growth plan to add new sites each season and increase scholarship access to more girls. WHY SUPPORT GOTR? Girls on the Run of the Triangle only partners with value driven, like minded organizations. With connections to over 2,000 Triangle area families and supporters who value health, wellness and active lifestyles, we will positively promote the role you play in supporting our mission. As a sponsor for GOTR Triangle your business will receive benefits that will 1) promote your brand identity, 2) offer opportunity for employee engagement, and 3) provide involvement in wide reaching community outreach and promotional events. Please review the opportunities outlined within this sponsorship packet to find the right fit for your organization. In-Kind Donations In-kind donations, such food, beverages, prizes, equipment or discounts on services or merchandise are accepted if they are meet a specific programming or event need. A donation that is only offered in-kind is considered at 50% of its cash value. We encourage any company interested in offering an in-kind donation to also consider Sponsoring a Girl for an additional $200. Thank you for considering a sponsorship and/or donation to Girls on the Run of the Triangle. Your generosity means no girl will be left behind. During the 2014-2015 Season Girls on the Run of the Triangle will Serve over 1,660, ages 8-12, at over 60 locations in Wake, Durham and Orange counties. Provide scholarships to more than 450 girls in need of financial assistance. Utilize the volunteer support of 300 coach mentors, who lead afterschool sessions. Host 2,200 participants in the Girls on the Run Spring 5k event on April 11, 2015 at the American Tobacco Campus. This inspiring, family-friendly event is open to family members and the surrounding community.
Girls on the Run of the Triangle 2015 Program Sponsorship Benefits Sponsor Benefit Gold Level $20,000 Silver Level $10,000 Bronze Level $5,000 Spring 5k Sponsorship $1,000 Sponsor a Girl $200 Brand Recognition Top billing in all paid advertising Logo and name on 1,650 program t-shirts Logo and name on GOTR Triangle website (with link to sponsor website) Logo and name in GOTR mass electronic communications to ~4,000 people Recognition and opportunity for relevant promotional advertising on GOTR social media networks (~4,000 people) Acknowledgement in Annual Report Participation in Community Outreach Events Complimentary Tickets for GOTR special event 4 3 2 Opportunity to participate in coach training, programming or community outreach events Employee Engagement Volunteer opportunities at GOTR events throughout the program year Invitation to GOTR learning sessions GOTR Spring 5k benefits to include: Brand Recognition Spring 5k Sponsorship Title Logo and name placement on Spring 5k t-shirts (~2,200) High visibility and speaking role at event Company name and logo on race registration website, race marketing materials, and electronic newsletters Company name and logo on race event webpage Messaging/advertisement opportunities in digital event bag Opportunity for pre-race registration at company location Opportunity for employee team participation Sponsor Tent at Family Festival Presenting Front and back Family Festival Packet Pick Up Sponsor Your Choice of: Start/Finish Line, Water Station, 100 Yard Dash, or Mile Markers Back Back Back Verbal mentions at event 5 3 2 1 Complimentary race entries 12 6 4 2 Opportunities for volunteers at event Banner placement At GOTR Table At Start/ Finish Line At Family Festival At entrance to Family Festival At Packet Pick Up At Packet Pick Up At Sponsorship location At Sponsorship location Sponsor a Girl
Girls on the Run of the Triangle SPONSORSHIP AGREEMENT FORM Our company,, is committed to the following sponsorship level and agrees to the details outlined in the Sponsorship package. We commit to sending payment to the GOTR office by. Program Sponsor Commitment: Gold Level Sponsor ($20,000) Bronze Level Sponsor ($5,000) Silver Level Sponsor ($10,000) Girls on the Run Spring 5k Sponsor: Start/Finish Line Sponsor ($1,000) Water Station Sponsor ($1,000) Enterprise Hill Cheer Station Sponsor ($1,000) One-Mile Marker Sponsor ($1,000) Two-Mile Marker Sponsor ($1,000) Three-Mile Marker Sponsor ($1,000) 1/2 Mile To Go Sponsor ($1,000) Purchase a table to be included at the Family Festival ($200) Girls on the Run Partnerships and In-Kind Donations: Sponsor a Girl ($200) In-kind donation Reminder: In-kind only donations should be listed at 50% of the cash value. Please provide a description of your In-kind donation and its value: Sponsor Company Name (as you would like it listed in race materials): Sponsor Contact Name: Sponsor Address: Phone Number: Email address: Fax Number: Website: Please fax or scan this agreement to the GOTR offices at 919.401.6308 or juliellen@gotrtriangle.org to confirm your sponsorship. Girls on the Run of the Triangle, Inc. is a non-profit organization under IRS 501(c) (3). Qualified donations are tax deductible.deductible.