AN INVITATION TO SUPPORT 5 th Annual ASA Run For The Warriors New Orleans, LA Sunday, October 12, 2014 5k
Hope For The Warriors is pleased to announce the 5 th Annual ASA Run For The Warriors. Run For The Warriors is a unique race dedicated to the men and women wounded in Iraq and Afghanistan, their families, and families of the fallen. It is a celebration of their strength and resolve and a promise to continue restoring self, family, and hope. The Run For The Warriors race series provides wounded service members encouragement and the opportunity to pursue the sport of running, walking, or cycling to assist in their physical and emotional rehabilitation. Run For The Warriors unites military and civilian community members, connecting and educating each on the importance of embracing their neighbors. The goal of each event is to establish a long term understanding and respect for the needs of local military families. All proceeds from the race will benefit wounded warriors and their families through our many Hope For The Warriors programs. Monies raised will assist with both immediate and future needs. The mission of Hope For The Warriors is to enhance the quality of life for post-9/11 service members, their families, and families of the fallen who have sustained physical and psychological wounds in the line of duty. Hope For The Warriors is dedicated to restoring a sense of self, restoring the family unit, and restoring hope for our service members and our military families. Hope For The Warriors is a civilian 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization that has earned a Four-Star Rating from Charity Navigator.
Event Information We invite young and old, military and civilian, runners and walkers to help welcome home and embrace our wounded warriors in this race. The race will commence at 7 a.m. at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, located along the bank of the Mississippi River. This inspiring and unique race will bring runners and walkers through the Lower Garden District of New Orleans and along water s edge, ensuring our participants are able to take in a full spectrum of the beauty this historic city has to offer. Race Day Sunday, October 12, 2014 Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Hope For The Warriors and the community will honor wounded service members during the opening ceremony. The race will close with the awards ceremony. Awards will be presented to the top three male and female overall finishers, top three male and female in each age category, and handcycle winners.
Sponsorship Opportunities All donations are tax deductible. Presenting Sponsor $20,000 Recognized as Presenting Sponsor with linked logo on event website Recognized as Presenting Sponsor with logo on race registration form, race poster, race banner, and race T-shirts Logo placed on event banner Recognized as Presenting Sponsor in all printed advertisements Identified as Presenting Sponsor in all pre- and post- press releases, media (TV and radio), and award nominations Option to include promotional materials in race packets (materials provided by sponsor) Corporate banner placed at race site (provided by sponsor) Highlighted at check presentation Twelve (12) race registrations and T-shirts Booth at event manned by sponsor (volunteers not provided) Platinum Sponsor $10,000 Recognized as Platinum Sponsor with linked logo on event website Recognized with logo on race poster, race banner, and race T-shirts Logo placed on event banner Option to include promotional materials in race packets (materials provided by sponsor) Corporate banner placed at race site (provided by sponsor) Eight (8) race registrations and T-shirts Booth at event manned by sponsor (volunteers not provided)
Sponsorship Opportunities All donations are tax deductible. Gold Sponsor $5,000 Recognized as Gold Sponsor with logo on event website Recognized with logo on race T-shirts Logo placed on event banner Five (5) race registrations and T-shirts Booth at event manned by sponsor (volunteers not provided) Silver Sponsor $2,500 Recognized as Silver Sponsor with logo on event website Four (4) race registrations and T-shirts Booth at event manned by sponsor (volunteers not provided) Bronze Sponsor $1000 Recognized as Bronze Sponsor with name on event website Two (2) race registrations and T-shirts Pewter Sponsor $500 Recognized as pewter sponsor with name on event website
More Ways To Help Corporate Matching Program The Hope For The Warriors Matching Gift Program allows employers to match employee contributions to Hope For The Warriors. This is a perfect opportunity to show your company s commitment to helping our nation s wounded heroes. Sponsor a Participant Those participating in the 5 th Annual ASA Run For The Warriors have the option to create their own fundraising page on the event website. Please visit www.hopeforthewarriors.org/2014asarun and click on Sponsor A Participant to help a participant or team reach their fundraising goal. Volunteers Needed Volunteers will be needed on the morning of Sunday, October 12th to assist with the set-up and break-down of the race, packet pick-up and registration, and a variety of other tasks. If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out the Volunteer Registratiom form on the website. Contact Heather Busicchia with any questions at 910-381-8272 or hbusicchia@hopeforthewarriors.org
Sponsorship Commitment and Payment Options I promise to submit my sponsorship payment no later than September 5th. I will submit all necessary artwork and/or logos by September 5th in order to be recognized. I understand that if I do not provide my logo by this deadline, it may not be included. Please e-mail logos in.eps and.jpg formats to hbusicchia@hopeforthewarriors.org. Presenting Sponsor Platinum Sponsor Gold Sponsor Silver Sponsor Bronze Sponsor Pewter Sponsor Donation/In-Kind Donation $20,000 $10,000 $5,000 $2,500 $1,000 $500 $ Company Name Point of Contact and Title Address E-mail Address Phone Number Likewise, I understand that if I fail to fulfill this commitment, I will not be entitled to the advantages of the option or options of which I have committed. Signature For your convenience, there are several options for sponsorship payment. Check Please make checks payable to Hope For The Warriors and mail to the address below. Memo Please make note of Sponsorship and Race on the check (ex: Gold Sponsor - Jacksonville) Credit Card Please complete the below information and mail this form to the address below Credit Card Type Visa MasterCard AmEx Discover Credit Card Number Expiration Date Security Code Billing Address Zip Code Online Visit www.hopeforthewarriors.org for secure sponsorship payment. Send Form To Hope For The Warriors Attn: Heather Busicchia 5101C Backlick Rd, Annandale, VA 22003 Alternatively, you can e-mail both documents to hbusicchia@hopeforthewarriors.org. For over the phone payment, contact Heather Busicchia at 910.381.8272.
Questions? For more information regarding sponsorship, please contact: Heather Busicchia, Run For The Warriors Coordinator 910.381.8272 hbusicchia@hopeforthewarriors.org Run For The Warriors Leadership Board Heather Busicchia, Run For The Warriors Coordinator 910.381.8272 hbusicchia@hopeforthewarriors.org For more information regarding the Run For The Warriors, visit: www.hopeforthewarriors.org/2014asarun or call: 910.381.8272. Thank You Thank you for your generous sponsorship of this unforgettable event honoring our nation s heroes. Not only will your contribution positively affect the lives of service members and their families nationwide, but we are certain that the promotional opportunities offered will be beneficial and rewarding to your organization. Hope For The Warriors (Federal Tax ID 20-5182295) is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charity as defined in sections 509(A)(1) and 170(B)(1)(A)(VI) of the Internal Revenue Code. Combined Federal Campaign, CFC #27800. www.hopeforthewarriors.org