2016 - Walk to End Alzheimer`s

THE END OF
ALZHEIMER’S
STARTS
WITH YOU
YOUR COMPANY CAN RELIEVE THE BURDEN
OF ALZHEIMER’S AND HELP END THIS EPIDEMIC.
Houston & Southeast Texas Chapter
2016
Alzheimer’s disease is a global epidemic.
AT LEAST
44 MILLION
PEOPLE WORLDWIDE
ARE LIVING WITH
DEMENTIA
• In the United States, more than 5 million individuals have Alzheimer’s disease.
• Over 15 million Americans care for an individual with Alzheimer’s or another dementia.
• Women, African-Americans and Hispanics are more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease.
Changes in number of deaths,
between 2000 and 2013
OUR MISSION
BREAST
CANCER
To eliminate Alzheimer’s disease
-2%
PROSTATE
CANCER
-11%
HEART
DISEASE
-14%
STROKE
-23%
+71%
HIV
-52%
ALZHEIMER’S
DISEASE
through the advancement of
research; to provide and enhance
Alzheimer’s is on the rise.
care and support for all affected;
• By 2050, as many as 16 million Americans will be living
with Alzheimer’s disease - triple the number today.
and to reduce the risk of dementia
through the promotion of brain
• In 2015, Alzheimer’s and other dementias will cost the
nation $226 billion, by 2050, these costs could rise as high
as $1.1 trillion.
• Dementia is the most expensive disease in the United
States, costing more to American society than heart
disease or cancer, according to a study published in The
New England Journal of Medicine.
health.
Alzheimer’s affects us at home and at work.
The toll of the disease is not just financial. Alzheimer’s truly is a family disease that affects people both at
home and at work. Nearly 60 percent of Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers rate emotional stress of caregiving as high or very high, more than one-third report symptoms of depression. This stress can negatively affect
an individual’s health, employment and financial security. And while half of all Americans know someone with
the disease, there’s a stigma involved that prevents people from openly discussing it and finding the help they
need.
85%
OF CARE PROVIDED AT
HOME IS DELIVERED BY
FAMILY CAREGIVERS
75%
OF CAREGIVERS REPORTED BEING EMPLOYED
FULL- OR PART-TIME AT ANY TIME SINCE
ASSUMING CAREGIVING RESPONSIBILITIES
54%
OF EMPLOYED CAREGIVERS HAD TO GO IN
LATE, LEAVE EARLY OR TAKE TIME OFF DUE
TO CAREGIVER DEMANDS
Working together to support the fight.
As a leading corporation, you’re uniquely positioned to
advance the Alzheimer’s movement in significant ways. It’s
likely that many members of your corporate community - your
employees, customers and key stakeholders - are already
connected to the disease. But are they finding the help they
need? Are they engaged with the Alzheimer’s cause and
empowered to take action?
Together, we can:
• Offer support and resources
by 2050
16,000,000
• Educate individuals to recognize the signs of Alzheimer’s
• Raise funds to support our mission
people will be living with
Alzheimer’s in the U.S.—
• Put a stop to the nation’s sixth leading cause of death
triple the number
of people today.
By partnering with the Alzheimer’s Association, your company
can stand with the world’s largest voluntary health organization
in Alzheimer’s care, support and research as we confront a
crisis that devastates millions of families.
Educate and support your employees.
• Join the Alzheimer’s Workplace Alliance.
• Provide information on the Association’s caregiver support services.
• Let your employees facing Alzheimer’s disease know that they are not alone.
Strengthen your team as you raise awareness and funds
for the Alzheimer’s Association.
•
•
•
•
•
Participate in Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month in June by going purple.
Reinforce your brand and drive sales through a strategic cause marketing promotion.
Include the Association in workplace giving campaigns.
Encourage participation in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s and The Longest Day.
Increase employee engagement and team building by offering Association volunteer opportunities.
Be recognized as you help lead the fight against Alzheimer’s disease.
• Support critical programs and services through your organization’s corporate philanthropy program.
• Sponsor events like our Conference for Professionals, Caregiver Conference and Reason to Hope.
Learn more at
alz.org/texas
2016 Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, 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. This
inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to reclaim the future for millions.
The 13 Walks across Southeast Texas attract more than 10,000 participants and in 2015, raised a total of
$1.6 MM growing 10% from the previous year. Additionally, the 2015 Houston Walk to End Alzheimer’s was
one of the top 30 Walks in the nation, ranking at #17.
2015 Walk Highlights
• Media Coverage:
Culture Map
Houston Chronicle
Houston Press
KHOU
Majic 102.1
Sunny 99.1
Telemundo
• Honorary Emcees:
Chita Johnson, KHOU
Mia Gradney, KHOU
TJ Aulds, Galveston Daily News
• Major Sponsors:
UnitedHealthcare
Greater Houston Builder’s Association
Anadarko
EOG Resources
NRG Energy
• 10,000+ participants
2016 Houston & Southeast Texas Walks
Baytown
October 15, 2016
Bayland Park
Lufkin
September 24, 2016
Location TBD
Beaumont
September 17, 2016
West Brook High School
Nacogdoches
October 8, 2016
Raguet Elementary
College Station
October 22, 2016
Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater
San Augustine
October 22, 2016
Chamber of Commerce
Galveston
October 8, 2016
Stewart Beach Pavilion
Spring
September 17, 2016
Champion Forest Baptist Church
Houston
November 5, 2016
Location TBD
Sugar Land
October 29, 2016
Constellation Field
Katy
September 17, 2016
LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch
The Woodlands
October 1, 2016
Town Green Park
Livingston
September 17, 2016
Matthews Street Park
2016 Brazos Valley Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Corporate Partnerships
Saturday, October 22, 2016 | Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater
Sponsor
Benefits
Platinum
Sponsor
Gold
Sponsor
Silver
Sponsor
Bronze
Sponsor
$5,000
$2,500
$1,500
$500
Exclusive sponsor highlight in an e-communication (20,000 list)
x
First right of refusal for 2017 event
x
Logo on paid print advertising (Newspaper ad series)
x
Mention in social media platforms
(6,400+Facebook and Twitter fans as of Feb. 2016)
x
x
30 second video opportunity on Facebook, produced by sponsor approved
by the Alzheimer’s Association
x
x
Inclusion in press releases and media relations packages
x
x
Verbal recognition at Walk
x
x
Dedicated team check-in area at Walk
x
x
Recognition on promotional materials
(brochure, event flyer, posters, etc.)
LOGO
LOGO
NAME
Recognition on Walk to End Alzheimer’s T-Shirt
LOGO
LOGO
NAME
Recognition on Walk to End Alzheimer’s website
LOGO
LOGO
NAME
x
x
x
LOGO
LOGO
NAME
NAME
Inclusion in Post Walk Celebration Party Goody Bag
x
x
x
x
Distribution Point for Team Walk Materials
(materials provided by Alzheimer’s Association)
x
x
x
x
Logo on Walk postcards to Walkers (mailed in Spring & Winter)
Recognition and invitation to Walk events year-round
(Volunteer Kickoff, Past Team Registration Party, New Team Kickoff, and
Walk Celebration Party)
Logo on final event instructions (emailed to all Walk participants)
Marketing space at Walk Signage along Walk route and sponsor banner
x
x
x
x
TENTED
10’ X 20’
TENTED
10’ X 20’
TENTED
10’ X 10’
6’ TABLE
LOGO
LOGO
NAME
NAME
Note: Funds raised by participating Walk teams do not count toward a sponsorship total or corresponding sponsorship benefits.
• In order to receive all sponsor benefits, please email your hi-resolution EPS/JPEG logo to [email protected]
• Commitment must be paid in full, no later than two weeks after the Walk.
• PRINT DEADLINES: Brochure 5/2, T-Shirt 8/29, Walk Signage 9/22
2016 Brazos Valley Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Sponsorship Commitment Form
Saturday, October 22, 2016
Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater
1015 Colgate Dr. | College Station, TX 77840
Yes, I would like to sponsor the 2016 Brazos Valley Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Company Name
Contact Person
Address
City, State, Zip
PhoneEmail
Sponsorship Level
Platinum Sponsor$5,000
Gold Sponsor$2,500
Silver Sponsor$1,500
Bronze Sponsor$500
Method of Payment
_____ Enclosed is a check payable to the Alzheimer’s Association
_____ Check will be mailed
_____ Visa/MasterCard/Discover/AMEX
_____ Will pay sponsorship in _______ installments.
Name on Card
Card NumberExp. Date
Billing Address
Printed Name + TitleSignature
Additional Events
Blondes vs. Brunettes
Saturday, April 30, 2016
Caregiver Conference
Friday, June 17, 2016
The Longest Day
Monday, June 20, 2016
Contact us if you would like more information on any of our upcoming events.
Return completed form and payment to: Alzheimer’s Association Houston & Southeast Texas Chapter
6055 South Loop East, Houston, TX 77087 | Phone 800.272.3900 | Fax 713.314.1312 | Email [email protected]
The Alzheimer’s Association is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (Tax ID# 74-2198685)
Join the cause.
As our population rapidly ages, Alzheimer’s disease threatens to affect more lives
than ever before. Investing in the cause today will help those impacted by Alzheimer’s
disease,both now and in the future. There are many simple and fun ways for companies
to engage, educate and motivate their employees to join the cause.
Alzheimer’s Workplace Alliance (AWA)
AWA aims to raise awareness of the disease and the importance of early detection
while providing help to those who are balancing work and caregiving responsibilities. As
an AWA Corporate Champion, you join nearly 2,000 other companies as a leader in the
fight against Alzheimer’s. You will gain access to a turnkey system of support for your
employees, customers and other stakeholders who are currently facing the disease.
You’ll also be empowered to spread the word about this global epidemic. To learn more,
visit alz.org/awa.
Community Health Charities (CHC)
Offer employees CHC as a workplace giving option. CHC allows employees to support
chronic health conditions and organizations like the Alzheimer’s Association. For
additional information, visit healthcharities.org.
Matching Gifts
It takes both time and money to make a difference in the community. Provide a
corporate match to multiply employees’ contributions or volunteer efforts.
Benefit Events
There are many options for on-site events to raise funds and awareness for the
Association. For example, go Casual for a Cause and encourage employees to dress
down or wear jeans in exchange for a small donation to the Alzheimer’s Association.
To order your free kit, complete with Casual for a Cause stickers,
visit alz.org/casualforacause.
Volunteer
Employees interested in volunteering for the Alzheimer’s Association can sign up for our
volunteer e-newsletter to stay up to date on our upcoming opportunities. Contact our
Volunteer Manager, Sabrina Strawn at [email protected].
Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Rally behind our cause and organize a team to participate in the nation’s largest event to
raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. To start a team,
visit alz.org/walk.
The Longest Day
On The Longest Day, teams around the world come together to honor the strength,
passion and endurance of those facing Alzheimer’s with a day of activity. To learn more,
visit alz.org/tld.
The Alzheimer’s Association is the world’s leading voluntary
health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research.
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®.
6055 South Loop East, Houston, TX 77087 | 800.272.3900 | alz.org/texas