sponsorship information - Charity Challenge, Inc.
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sponsorship information - Charity Challenge, Inc.
Charity Challenge Inc. 378 Centerpointe Circle, Suite 1238 Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 (407) 339-3888 • Fax: (407) 339-4888 [email protected] www.CharityChallengeInc.org Team/Sponsorship Information May 16, 2009 Florida Citrus Bowl Downtown Orlando INTRODUCTION AGREEMENT/REGISTRATION Team/Sponsor Registration Introduction/Table of Contents Team Information General Team Information....................................................2 Event Details/Schedule of Events ..........................................3 2008 Teams .......................................................................4 Sponsorship Information Make Your Sponsorship Work for You! ..................................5 Sponsorship Levels/Demographics ........................................6 Levels of Sponsorship ..........................................................7 Title Sponsorship.................................................................8 Presenting Sponsorship ........................................................9 Platinum Sponsorship.........................................................10 With philanthropy as its driving motivation, Charity Challenge was established in 1987 to bring our community together by providing an opportunity for young adults to have fun and give back to local charities at the same time. Twenty-three events later, it continues to bring together co-ed teams from the hospitality, hotel and apartment industries for a full day of spirited athletic contest which include: basketball hotshots, canoe relay, obstacle course, tubing relay, volleyball tournament and tug-of-war tournament. Please register one of the following ways: • Mail a copy of the registration form to: Charity Challenge Inc. 378 Centerpointe Circle, Suite 1238, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 • Fax to (407) 339-4888 • Visit our Web site at: www.CharityChallengeInc.org • E-mail us at: [email protected] Over the past 22 years, Charity Challenge has evolved from a four-team, backyard event into a multi-media extravaganza with nearly 100 teams competing and the loyal support of 200 sponsors. Since its inception, Charity Challenge has awarded over $3 million to local charities, including $301,000 to 94 charities in 2008; making it the largest independent charity in Central Florida. City: On May 16, 2009, Charity Challenge XXIV will be bigger and better than ever with thousands of spectators and a statewide television audience watching teams participate in six challenges for a common goal. For many businesses, Charity Challenge has proven to be a remarkable way of becoming more involved in their community while achieving high visibility for such a positive undertaking. Gold Sponsorship .............................................................11 Silver & Bronze Sponsorship ..............................................12 Patron Sponsorship ...........................................................13 Charities .........................................................................14 Media Coverage/Etc. .......................................................15 The following pages will answer many of the questions regarding ways in which you, either as a sponsor or as a competing team, can participate in the upcoming Charity Challenge XXIV. However you chose to get involved, we are confident that you will be pleased with the benefits this event will bring to your organization and the community. What the Media is Saying .................................................16 Don’t Miss Out! ................................................................17 Agreement/Registration .....................................................18 1 ❑ Team: ❑ Sponsor: Address: Phone: ( State: ) Zip: Fax: ( ) E-mail: Contact Person/Team Captain: Team: ❑ $500 Sponsorship: ❑ Title $30,000 + ❑ Presenting $10,000 + ❑ Platinum $5,000 + ❑ Gold $2,500 + ❑ Silver $1,000 + ❑ Bronze $500 + ❑ Patron $500 ❑ Friend Donations Local charity you wish to receive at least half of your contribution: Charity Address: Charity Phone: ( Authorized Signature: Date: ) Title: This registration constitutes an agreement to participate in Charity Challenge XXIV. It is understood that Charity Challenge Inc. will incur costs as a result of your agreement to participate in Charity Challenge XXIV. Any breach of your agreement to participate will result in Charity Challenge Inc. incurring damages in reasonable reliance upon your agreement to participate and/or sponsor a portion of Charity Challenge XXIV. No money is required at this time; however, an invoice will be sent to you in the appropriate amount for your registration and/or sponsorship indicating the due date of the invoice. A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the division of consumer services by calling toll-free (800) 435-7352 within the state. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by the state. Reference #CH1961. 18 DON’T MISS OUT TEAM INFORMATION Over $3 Million Raised! For additional information on Charity Challenge or a DVD of last year’s event, please contact us at: (407) 339-3888, fax (407) 339-4888 or e-mail at [email protected]. ... BUILD TEAM GY ... SYNER CHALL ENGE ... Top from left to right: April Dickerson, Event Director; Derek Riley, board member; Greg Thompson of the Florida Citrus Bowl; Bill Denius of the Epilepsy Association of Central Florida; Joe Durso, board member; Adlin Burtos of the Florida Hospital; Jim Mark of Boy Scout Troop 200; Paul Layton of Boy Scout Troop 200; Gary Brewer of the Central Florida Boy Scouts; Paul Finelli, board member; Dr. Dan Holsenbeck of the University of Central Florida; and, Senator Lee Constantine, founder. Bottom from left to right: Brian Jenkins, Event Director of Charity Challenge XXIII; Lisa Massing of Seminole Community College; Sandi Vidal of Christian Help; Ginelle Morales of the Red Cross; Angie Faith of the Red Cross; and, Mariann Lansing, board member. Since 1987, Charity Challenge has awarded over $3 million to hundreds of local charities. *Charity Challenge Inc. operates as a non-captured charitable organization, making it exempt from the lobbying expenditure prohibitions contained in Chapter 2005-359 Laws of Florida. For more information please visit www.CharityChallengeInc.com/legal. **A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the division of consumer services by calling toll-free (800-435-7352) within the state. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by the State. Reference# CH1961 17 GIVE B ACK . .. • Team Build – camaraderie among your group! • Challenge – Yourself, your team, and others in your industry! • Synergy – Among co-workers and the community! • Give Back – To whichever charity you choose! IT!! DOING N U F HAVE • Have Fun Doing it!! 2 WHAT THE MEDIA IS SAYING! TEAM INFORMATION Challenge • Basketball Shootout – Shoot from various distances for most points • Canoe Relay – Two three-person runs, using best time • Obstacle Course – Race through series of obstacles, using the best time • Tubing Relay – Six-person relay, using best overall time • Tug-of-War Contest – Team with rope marker on their side after 90 seconds, wins • Volleyball Tournament – Team scoring 11 points and a two-point lead wins Thursday, May 7, 2009 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Kickoff Reception Varsity Club, Florida Citrus Bowl Friday, May 15, 2009 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Location open for team tent set up Saturday, May 16, 2009 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Team Competition Team Participants • Teams must consist of at least three females for each event, except in the tug-of-war, only two females are required. • Teams can have as many participants as they wish, as long as they have all registered and signed the insurance waiver. • Hospitality teams must consist of only paid employees of company. • Apartment developments must consist of rent-paying residents and/or paid employees of the complex. Championship Party immediately following competition at the Florida Citrus Bowl’s Varisty Club Additional Information • All participants are required to sign an insurance waiver prior to competing. • All teams will be asked to donate at least $100 in gift certificates that we can distribute to our valued volunteers. A television screening party and a charity awards luncheon with check presentations will be held within two months of the event. Further details on these events will be provided following registration. 3 5 – 7 p.m. Championship Competition Participants Party immediately following competition during the championship as mostly an Altamonte Springs social “Started event, Charity Challenge has grown into a three-county fundraiser. “ “ Cost • $500 tax deductible fee, with at least half going to charity of your choice! “ Event Details/Schedule of Events Mr. Constantine has performed a valuable service to his community. 16 MEDIA COVERAGE/ETC. TEAM INFORMATION 2008 Teams Television Sponsors: Bright House Networks Bright House Networks will produce and direct a television program that will highlight the activities of Charity Challenge XXIV. This program received two prestigious Telly Awards and has been a four time recipient of cable TV’s ACE Award as the best community-produced cable television program in the nation. The program will air throughout the Florida market on local Bright House Channel 21 and other local cable providers. The schedule will include the program being aired numerous times during the summer and fall months with primetime exposure. All sponsors will be listed in the credits of the television show. Title, presenting and platinum sponsors receive free commercial advertisements, based on availability. So far, hundreds of 15- and 30-second promotional spots have been committed to run in the Central Florida market during April and May through the Florida Association of Broadcasters radio and the Florida Cable Telecommunications Association. The spots will emphasize the charity and community involvement aspects of the event. Radio: We have confirmed radio promotional advertising/participation for the Central Florida market through the Florida Association of Broadcasters member stations. As they have in past years, stations will do pre-event interviews on a regular basis with Charity Challenge organizers and the morning radio personalities to heighten awareness and enthusiasm prior to the event. In addition, they will do continuous promotions on location, including live remote broadcasts during the event. Tickets, Parking and Insurance: Charity Challenge XXIV is a FREE event open to all. No tickets are necessary. Free and ample parking will be available at the event. All major sponsors are included in a blanket ’special events’ insurance policy provided by Charity Challenge Inc. Design courtesy of Curley & Pynn – Public Relations | Marketing | Public Affairs • Photos by DJ’s Unlimited. 15 Adobe Gila’s AirTran Airways Ale House Altamira Place Andover Arbors at Maitland Summit Bahama Breeze Bill’s Elbow South Boardwalk – WDW Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Buca di Beppo Campus Crossings Central Florida Sports Commission Church Street Concepts City Beverages Clyde and Costellos Colonial Grand at TownPark Coronado Springs – WDW Courtney Villages Crowne Plaza Darden Corporation Discovery Cove Disney International Program – WDW Disney Pricing – WDW Disney Sports and Recreation – WDW Loews Hotels Lux Nightclub Margaritaville Montevista Tigers National Personal Training Institute NBA City Olive Garden Palm Key Panchero’s Mexican Grill Pizzeria UNO Premier Beverage Red Lobster Reedy Creek Regatta Shores Reunion Resort River Oaks Rosen Hotels – Crew Rosen Hotels – Entourage Roxy Nightclub Ruth’s Chris Steak House Season’s 52 SeaWorld/Aquatica Silver Cove Sol Caliente & Lunar Dolce Stratford Point Disney Vacation Club – WDW Dwell Apartments Ember Nightclub Epcot Food and Beverage – WDW Equity Residential Blue Equity Residential Red Firkin & Kegler Florida Apartment Association Gaylord Palms Glories Gaylord Palms Suns General Furniture Leasing Grand Bohemian Hotel Greystar Orlando Corporate Heritage Estates Hollywood Studios – WDW Hooter’s of South Florida Howl at the Moon Hurricane Grill and Wings Hyatt Grand Cypress Integra Landing Knight Library La Palazza Lake Lawsona Lake View Lake Weston Sunshadow Swan and Dolphin – WDW Tabu Nightclub Tijuana Flats Timberlake Apartments U Squad (Finnegan’s) Universal Orlando Valet Waste Village of Alafaya Club Villages on Millenia Wall Street Cantina Wall Street Plaza Water Parks – WDW Wet n’ Wild – Storm Wet n’ Wild – Wild Ones Wiginton Fire Systems Willow Key Wing House Wolfgang Puck/Levy Restaurants Wonderworks/Magical Midway Woodlands Zinc Bar To register your team, please see the application on the back page. 4 SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION Make Your Sponsorship Work for You! SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION In 2008, Charity Challenge Inc. was proud to have the opportunity to donate $301,000 in cash to charities in the Central Florida area. This past year’s charities included, but are not limited to: Your business, like most businesses, believes in the rich tradition of giving back to nonprofit organizations to show your support for the community in which you serve. If we told you that you could give the charity of your choice a donation and receive marketing opportunities at the same time, would you do it? Of course you would. We have been building this organization for 22 years, and we have been fortunate enough to also build relationships with companies that believe in our cause. In the next few pages you will learn how you can give money to a charity that you would normally donate to and also gain ideal community exposure. Title $30,000 minimum, with some goods/services included Presenting $10,000 minimum, with some goods/services included Platinum $5,000 minimum, with some goods/services included Gold $2,500 minimum, with some goods/services included Silver $1,000 minimum, with some goods/services included Bronze $500 minimum, with some goods/services included Patron $499 or less, with some goods/services included Each level of sponsorship carries with it a varying degree of advertising and exposure proportionate to the level of contribution. A thorough explanation of these options is contained in the following pages. 5 4C’s A Gift for Teaching A.C.T.I.O.N. Inc ACTS Foundation Adult Literacy League Agape Protecting Ministry American Cancer Society Annunciation Alzheimers Resource Center Arnold Palmer Hospital Athletes for Hearts Autism Society Assoc. Back to Nature Wildlife Refuge Beta Center Boy Scouts of America – Central Florida Council Boy Scouts of America – Troop 200 Boys and Girls Club Bread of Life Fellowship Candy’s Cats CBC of Seminole Center for Drug Free Living Center for Independent Living, Central Florida Central Florida Dream Center Central Florida Helpline Central Florida Humane Society Children’s Home Society Children’s Rights Foundation Christian HELP City of Life Foundation City of Orlando Charities Coalition for the Homeless Commonsense Childbirth, Inc. Community Vision Discovery Church Dream Flight Edgewood Ranch Epilepsy Foundation of Central Florida Father Flanigan’s Boys Town Florida Boxer Rescue Florida Hospital Foundation Forgotten Ones, Inc. Friends of Wekiva Frontline Outreach Center Full Gospel Tabernacle of Praise Girls Scouts of the Citrus Council Give Kids The World GROWS Literacy Council Guys with Ties Habitat for Humanity Harbor House Haven for Children Haynes Family Reunion Healing the Children Heart of Florida United Way His Healing Hand Home Hope Foundation for the Homeless Hospice of the Comforter House of Hope Howard Phillips Center for Children and Families Jesus is 4 Foundation Justice and Peace Kessler Scholarship Fund Kids Beating Cancer Kids House of Seminole Kidworx Kim Whitehead Fund Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Lighthouse of Central Florida – “Kids Services” Make A Wish Foundation March of Dimes Meals on Wheels 14 Charities Melissa Meehan Fund Mid Florida MS Society Modest Needs Monster Club Mustard Seed National Kidney Foundation National Transplant Assistance Fund New Directions Community Outreach Inc. Newness of Life Christian Fellowship Inc. Open Homes Regeneration Program Orlando Magic Youth Foundation Orlando Science Center Peter Pan Day Care Police Athletic League Prepare the Way Recovery House Red Cross Ronald McDonald House Rotary Club of Lake Mary Rotary Club of Longwood Rotary Club of Seminole County South S.W.O.P. SCC Foundation – Professional Auto Training Salvation Army Self Help International Special Olympics Spouse Abuse Inc. St. Jude’s Hospital St. Mary Magdalene Suburban Republican Women’s Club Swamp Shack Scholarship Fund Corp. Tee-Lo Golf UCF Foundation United Cerebral Palsy Winter Park Day Nursery XL 106.7 Baby DJ Fund SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION Sponsorship Levels/Demographic Information Patron $499 or less, with some goods/services included These and many other sponsors have enjoyed the benefits of exposure to a great target audience. Demographics of the thousands of participants and spectators are as follows: Company name displayed on sponsor board as Patron Sponsor. Age: Education: Income: Company name in event program. Complimentary VIP invitations to all celebrations, receptions and parties associated with various phases of the event, which provide excellent exposure for your company and products. 29 (52% female to 48% male) 86% some college/college graduate/post-graduate studies Average $43,291 Statistics come from extensive surveying of our 2000-2008 audiences. Some of our 2008 Sponsors Included The money you donate will be 100% tax-deductible. Wayne Densch Budweiser City Beverages Amscot Financial Central Florida Auto Dealers Assoc. Florida Lottery Morgan and Morgan Progress Energy Walt Disney World Winn-Dixie Advance America (CFSA) AirTran Airways Bright House Networks Comcast CSX Corporation Enterprise Rent-A-Car Florida Crystals Florida Justice Assoc. Florida Municipal Electric Assoc. Full Sail Orlando Magic Publix Super Markets Charities Seminole Powersports Southeast Toyota TradeWinds Islands Resort Wal-Mart Blue Cross Blue Shield City of Orlando Coca Cola Curley & Pynn EA Tiburon Edyth Bush Foundation Embarq FHBA Florida Cable Telecome Assoc. Florida Power and Light Beeline Auto Auction K92FM OUC Premier Beverages Rochelle Holdings Southeast Correct Craft Sprint/Nextel SunTrust Universal Orlando Veritec Visa Adult Toy Storage AT&T Cemex USA, Florida Sand CH2MHill Demetree Fund Edlen Electrical Fun Spot Grand Bohemian Keiser University Kircher Works McDonald’s Metz, Husband & Daughton, P.A. Ron Book, P.A. Suncare Central TECO Energy Tibbitts Inc. Top Tent US Tobacco Action Ice Allegiant Airlines American Audio Visual Browning Moving and Storage Delta Airlines DJs Unlimited Gray Robinson Greenburg Taurig Harley Davidson Kirby Rental Lawton Printers Nirve Sports Ltd Port-a-Party Reynolds America Sea World Security Financial Sink Inc. Southwest Airlines UCF Alumni Assoc. Waste Management 9 Fish Surfboards AAGO CFHLA Gaylord Palms Maryland Fried Chicken Miami Dolphins Publix Real Radio 104.1 Wave Riding Vehicles XL 106.7 Thank you to all of our sponsors for your generosity and continued support! A complete list can be found at www.CharityChallengeInc.org. 13 6 SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION Levels of Sponsorship Silver Mention of company and/or product by announcer. Your company banner placed at event. Company name displayed on sponsor board as Silver Sponsor. Company name in event program. in Pr im ary all mar ad k ve etin rtis g p On ing os -a i ti o co ir in n mp ter v bro any iew ad d w ca urin ith st g e yo Ma ve ur xim nt um ma rke Co mp tin gp an os yi n fl itio a ta n Co ble mm p bro erc lac ad ial em ca en st a d d t (pe uri Fe n r atu av g ev ail ath red e n ab let ility t i c s p on ) ev en sor o Co t f mp pro any gra na m me co Co ve o n e mp ve r nt bil any lbo ard nam eo a d Co ne m ve T-s pan nt hir y n am ts eo ne Co m ve nt po pan y ste rs nam eo Pr ne od ve nt sa uct e les xc l us ivit yf Pr or im ev ee en xp t ol o ca Me tio nti n pro on o du f c o ct by mpa ev Co en ny an mp ta an n n d /o r yb ou an nc Co n er er m pla sp pany ce on me so nam nt rsh eo ip bo n Co ard mp pro any gra na me m in VIP ev en in t ev vita en tio ns ts to all 10 r el 0% a te tax d -de du cti ble $1,000 minimum, with some goods/services included Complimentary VIP invitations to all celebrations, receptions and parties associated with various phases of the event, which provide excellent exposure for your company and products. Title Sponsor $30,000 minimum, with some goods/services included Presenting The money you donate will be 100% tax-deductible. $10,000 minimum, with some goods/services included Platinum $5,000 minimum, with some goods/services included Bronze Gold $2,500 minimum, with some goods/services included $500 minimum, with some goods/services included Your company banner placed at event. Silver $1,000 minimum, with some goods/services included Company name displayed on sponsor board as Bronze Sponsor. Company name in event program. Bronze $500 minimum, with some goods/services included Complimentary VIP invitations to all celebrations, receptions and parties associated with various phases of the event, which provide excellent exposure for your company and products. Patron $499 or less, with some goods/services included The money you donate will be 100% tax-deductible. 7 12 SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION Gold $2,500 minimum, with some goods/services included Title $30,000 minimum, with some goods/services included Primary marketing position (ex. BUDWEISER’s Charity Challenge XXII, 2007) in all advertising including TV, radio, T-shirts, billboards, brochures, press release, etc. Product exclusivity for event sales. Prime expo booth location in the Charity Challenge Expo Park in which your company may display products, distribute literature, offer premium or promotional items, distribute product samples, etc. Mention of company and/or product by announcer four times during event. Your company banners placed at event. On-air interview with top company executive during the television program, which is aired in the seven Central Florida counties on Bright House Networks. Free commercial advertising in Charity Challenge television program (based on availability). Featured sponsor of one of six athletic events held (ex. “Volleyball Tournament sponsored by YOUR COMPANY NAME”). Company name on event program cover. Company name displayed on sponsor board as Gold Sponsor. Company name listed as Title sponsor on billboards advertising the event. Company name in event program. Company name and logo on official event T-shirt. Complimentary VIP invitations to all celebrations, receptions and parties associated with various phases of the event, which provide excellent exposure for your company and products. Prominent name and logo display on posters distributed throughout Central Florida retailers and offices. Company inflatable placement. Product exclusivity for event sales. The money you donate will be 100% tax-deductible. Prime expo booth location in the Charity Challenge Expo Park in which your company may display products, distribute literature, offer premium or promotional items, distribute product samples, etc. Mention of company and/or product by announcer every 15 minutes during event. Your company banners placed at event. Company name displayed on sponsor board as Title Sponsor. Company name in event program. Complimentary VIP invitations to all celebrations, receptions and parties associated with various phases of the event, which provide excellent exposure for your company and products. The money you donate will be 100% tax-deductible. 11 8 SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION Presenting Platinum $10,000 minimum, with some goods/services included $5,000 minimum, with some goods/services included Company mentioned for maximum marketing exposure (ex. “Charity Challenge XXIV 2009 presented by YOUR COMPANY NAME”) on TV, radio, T-shirts, billboards, brochures, press release, etc. Free commercial advertising in Charity Challenge television program (based on availability). Free commercial advertising in Charity Challenge television program (based on availability). Featured sponsor of one of six athletic events held (ex. “Volleyball Tournament sponsored by YOUR COMPANY NAME”). Featured sponsor of one of six athletic events held (ex. “Volleyball Tournament sponsored by YOUR COMPANY NAME”). Company name on event program cover. Company name listed as Presenting sponsor on billboards advertising the event. Company name and logo on official event T-shirt. Prominent name and logo display on posters distributed throughout Central Florida retailers and offices. Company inflatable placement. Product exclusivity for event sales. Prime expo booth location in the Charity Challenge Expo Park in which your company may display products, distribute literature, offer premium or promotional items, distribute product samples, etc. Company name on event program cover. Company name listed as Platinum sponsor on billboards advertising the event. Company name and logo on official event T-shirt. Prominent name and logo display on posters distributed throughout Central Florida retailers and offices. Product exclusivity for event sales. Prime expo booth location in the Charity Challenge Expo Park in which your company may display products, distribute literature, offer premium or promotional items, distribute product samples, etc. Mention of company and/or product by announcer every 30 minutes during event. Mention of company and/or product by announcer every 60 minutes during event. Your company banner placed at event. Your company banners placed at event. Company name displayed on sponsor board as Presenting Sponsor. Company name displayed on sponsor board as Platinum Sponsor. Company name in event program. Company name in event program. Complimentary VIP invitations to all celebrations, receptions and parties associated with various phases of the event, which provide excellent exposure for your company and products. Complimentary VIP invitations to all celebrations, receptions and parties associated with various phases of the event, which provide excellent exposure for your company and products. The money you donate will be 100% tax-deductible. The money you donate will be 100% tax-deductible. 9 10 SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION Presenting Platinum $10,000 minimum, with some goods/services included $5,000 minimum, with some goods/services included Company mentioned for maximum marketing exposure (ex. “Charity Challenge XXIV 2009 presented by YOUR COMPANY NAME”) on TV, radio, T-shirts, billboards, brochures, press release, etc. Free commercial advertising in Charity Challenge television program (based on availability). Free commercial advertising in Charity Challenge television program (based on availability). Featured sponsor of one of six athletic events held (ex. “Volleyball Tournament sponsored by YOUR COMPANY NAME”). Featured sponsor of one of six athletic events held (ex. “Volleyball Tournament sponsored by YOUR COMPANY NAME”). Company name on event program cover. Company name listed as Presenting sponsor on billboards advertising the event. Company name and logo on official event T-shirt. Prominent name and logo display on posters distributed throughout Central Florida retailers and offices. Company inflatable placement. Product exclusivity for event sales. Prime expo booth location in the Charity Challenge Expo Park in which your company may display products, distribute literature, offer premium or promotional items, distribute product samples, etc. Company name on event program cover. Company name listed as Platinum sponsor on billboards advertising the event. Company name and logo on official event T-shirt. Prominent name and logo display on posters distributed throughout Central Florida retailers and offices. Product exclusivity for event sales. Prime expo booth location in the Charity Challenge Expo Park in which your company may display products, distribute literature, offer premium or promotional items, distribute product samples, etc. Mention of company and/or product by announcer every 30 minutes during event. Mention of company and/or product by announcer every 60 minutes during event. Your company banner placed at event. Your company banners placed at event. Company name displayed on sponsor board as Presenting Sponsor. Company name displayed on sponsor board as Platinum Sponsor. Company name in event program. Company name in event program. Complimentary VIP invitations to all celebrations, receptions and parties associated with various phases of the event, which provide excellent exposure for your company and products. Complimentary VIP invitations to all celebrations, receptions and parties associated with various phases of the event, which provide excellent exposure for your company and products. The money you donate will be 100% tax-deductible. The money you donate will be 100% tax-deductible. 9 10 SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION Gold $2,500 minimum, with some goods/services included Title $30,000 minimum, with some goods/services included Primary marketing position (ex. BUDWEISER’s Charity Challenge XXII, 2007) in all advertising including TV, radio, T-shirts, billboards, brochures, press release, etc. Product exclusivity for event sales. Prime expo booth location in the Charity Challenge Expo Park in which your company may display products, distribute literature, offer premium or promotional items, distribute product samples, etc. Mention of company and/or product by announcer four times during event. Your company banners placed at event. On-air interview with top company executive during the television program, which is aired in the seven Central Florida counties on Bright House Networks. Free commercial advertising in Charity Challenge television program (based on availability). Featured sponsor of one of six athletic events held (ex. “Volleyball Tournament sponsored by YOUR COMPANY NAME”). Company name on event program cover. Company name displayed on sponsor board as Gold Sponsor. Company name listed as Title sponsor on billboards advertising the event. Company name in event program. Company name and logo on official event T-shirt. Complimentary VIP invitations to all celebrations, receptions and parties associated with various phases of the event, which provide excellent exposure for your company and products. Prominent name and logo display on posters distributed throughout Central Florida retailers and offices. Company inflatable placement. Product exclusivity for event sales. The money you donate will be 100% tax-deductible. Prime expo booth location in the Charity Challenge Expo Park in which your company may display products, distribute literature, offer premium or promotional items, distribute product samples, etc. Mention of company and/or product by announcer every 15 minutes during event. Your company banners placed at event. Company name displayed on sponsor board as Title Sponsor. Company name in event program. Complimentary VIP invitations to all celebrations, receptions and parties associated with various phases of the event, which provide excellent exposure for your company and products. The money you donate will be 100% tax-deductible. 11 8 SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION Levels of Sponsorship Silver Mention of company and/or product by announcer. Your company banner placed at event. Company name displayed on sponsor board as Silver Sponsor. Company name in event program. in Pr im ary all mar ad k ve etin rtis g p On ing os -a i ti o co ir in n mp ter v bro any iew ad d w ca urin ith st g e yo Ma ve ur xim nt um ma rke Co mp tin gp an os yi n fl itio a ta n Co ble mm p bro erc lac ad ial em ca en st a d d t (pe uri Fe n r atu av g ev ail ath red e n ab let ility t i c s p on ) ev en sor o Co t f mp pro any gra na m me co Co ve o n e mp ve r nt bil any lbo ard nam eo a d Co ne m ve T-s pan nt hir y n am ts eo ne Co m ve nt po pan y ste rs nam eo Pr ne od ve nt sa uct e les xc l us ivit yf Pr or im ev ee en xp t ol o ca Me tio nti n pro on o du f c o ct by mpa ev Co en ny an mp ta an n n d /o r yb ou an nc Co n er er m pla sp pany ce on me so nam nt rsh eo ip bo n Co ard mp pro any gra na me m in VIP ev en in t ev vita en tio ns ts to all 10 r el 0% a te tax d -de du cti ble $1,000 minimum, with some goods/services included Complimentary VIP invitations to all celebrations, receptions and parties associated with various phases of the event, which provide excellent exposure for your company and products. Title Sponsor $30,000 minimum, with some goods/services included Presenting The money you donate will be 100% tax-deductible. $10,000 minimum, with some goods/services included Platinum $5,000 minimum, with some goods/services included Bronze Gold $2,500 minimum, with some goods/services included $500 minimum, with some goods/services included Your company banner placed at event. Silver $1,000 minimum, with some goods/services included Company name displayed on sponsor board as Bronze Sponsor. Company name in event program. Bronze $500 minimum, with some goods/services included Complimentary VIP invitations to all celebrations, receptions and parties associated with various phases of the event, which provide excellent exposure for your company and products. Patron $499 or less, with some goods/services included The money you donate will be 100% tax-deductible. 7 12 SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION Sponsorship Levels/Demographic Information Patron $499 or less, with some goods/services included These and many other sponsors have enjoyed the benefits of exposure to a great target audience. Demographics of the thousands of participants and spectators are as follows: Company name displayed on sponsor board as Patron Sponsor. Age: Education: Income: Company name in event program. Complimentary VIP invitations to all celebrations, receptions and parties associated with various phases of the event, which provide excellent exposure for your company and products. 29 (52% female to 48% male) 86% some college/college graduate/post-graduate studies Average $43,291 Statistics come from extensive surveying of our 2000-2008 audiences. Some of our 2008 Sponsors Included The money you donate will be 100% tax-deductible. Wayne Densch Budweiser City Beverages Amscot Financial Central Florida Auto Dealers Assoc. Florida Lottery Morgan and Morgan Progress Energy Walt Disney World Winn-Dixie Advance America (CFSA) AirTran Airways Bright House Networks Comcast CSX Corporation Enterprise Rent-A-Car Florida Crystals Florida Justice Assoc. Florida Municipal Electric Assoc. Full Sail Orlando Magic Publix Super Markets Charities Seminole Powersports Southeast Toyota TradeWinds Islands Resort Wal-Mart Blue Cross Blue Shield City of Orlando Coca Cola Curley & Pynn EA Tiburon Edyth Bush Foundation Embarq FHBA Florida Cable Telecome Assoc. Florida Power and Light Beeline Auto Auction K92FM OUC Premier Beverages Rochelle Holdings Southeast Correct Craft Sprint/Nextel SunTrust Universal Orlando Veritec Visa Adult Toy Storage AT&T Cemex USA, Florida Sand CH2MHill Demetree Fund Edlen Electrical Fun Spot Grand Bohemian Keiser University Kircher Works McDonald’s Metz, Husband & Daughton, P.A. Ron Book, P.A. Suncare Central TECO Energy Tibbitts Inc. Top Tent US Tobacco Action Ice Allegiant Airlines American Audio Visual Browning Moving and Storage Delta Airlines DJs Unlimited Gray Robinson Greenburg Taurig Harley Davidson Kirby Rental Lawton Printers Nirve Sports Ltd Port-a-Party Reynolds America Sea World Security Financial Sink Inc. Southwest Airlines UCF Alumni Assoc. Waste Management 9 Fish Surfboards AAGO CFHLA Gaylord Palms Maryland Fried Chicken Miami Dolphins Publix Real Radio 104.1 Wave Riding Vehicles XL 106.7 Thank you to all of our sponsors for your generosity and continued support! A complete list can be found at www.CharityChallengeInc.org. 13 6 SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION Make Your Sponsorship Work for You! SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION In 2008, Charity Challenge Inc. was proud to have the opportunity to donate $301,000 in cash to charities in the Central Florida area. This past year’s charities included, but are not limited to: Your business, like most businesses, believes in the rich tradition of giving back to nonprofit organizations to show your support for the community in which you serve. If we told you that you could give the charity of your choice a donation and receive marketing opportunities at the same time, would you do it? Of course you would. We have been building this organization for 22 years, and we have been fortunate enough to also build relationships with companies that believe in our cause. In the next few pages you will learn how you can give money to a charity that you would normally donate to and also gain ideal community exposure. Title $30,000 minimum, with some goods/services included Presenting $10,000 minimum, with some goods/services included Platinum $5,000 minimum, with some goods/services included Gold $2,500 minimum, with some goods/services included Silver $1,000 minimum, with some goods/services included Bronze $500 minimum, with some goods/services included Patron $499 or less, with some goods/services included Each level of sponsorship carries with it a varying degree of advertising and exposure proportionate to the level of contribution. A thorough explanation of these options is contained in the following pages. 5 4C’s A Gift for Teaching A.C.T.I.O.N. Inc ACTS Foundation Adult Literacy League Agape Protecting Ministry American Cancer Society Annunciation Alzheimers Resource Center Arnold Palmer Hospital Athletes for Hearts Autism Society Assoc. Back to Nature Wildlife Refuge Beta Center Boy Scouts of America – Central Florida Council Boy Scouts of America – Troop 200 Boys and Girls Club Bread of Life Fellowship Candy’s Cats CBC of Seminole Center for Drug Free Living Center for Independent Living, Central Florida Central Florida Dream Center Central Florida Helpline Central Florida Humane Society Children’s Home Society Children’s Rights Foundation Christian HELP City of Life Foundation City of Orlando Charities Coalition for the Homeless Commonsense Childbirth, Inc. Community Vision Discovery Church Dream Flight Edgewood Ranch Epilepsy Foundation of Central Florida Father Flanigan’s Boys Town Florida Boxer Rescue Florida Hospital Foundation Forgotten Ones, Inc. Friends of Wekiva Frontline Outreach Center Full Gospel Tabernacle of Praise Girls Scouts of the Citrus Council Give Kids The World GROWS Literacy Council Guys with Ties Habitat for Humanity Harbor House Haven for Children Haynes Family Reunion Healing the Children Heart of Florida United Way His Healing Hand Home Hope Foundation for the Homeless Hospice of the Comforter House of Hope Howard Phillips Center for Children and Families Jesus is 4 Foundation Justice and Peace Kessler Scholarship Fund Kids Beating Cancer Kids House of Seminole Kidworx Kim Whitehead Fund Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Lighthouse of Central Florida – “Kids Services” Make A Wish Foundation March of Dimes Meals on Wheels 14 Charities Melissa Meehan Fund Mid Florida MS Society Modest Needs Monster Club Mustard Seed National Kidney Foundation National Transplant Assistance Fund New Directions Community Outreach Inc. Newness of Life Christian Fellowship Inc. Open Homes Regeneration Program Orlando Magic Youth Foundation Orlando Science Center Peter Pan Day Care Police Athletic League Prepare the Way Recovery House Red Cross Ronald McDonald House Rotary Club of Lake Mary Rotary Club of Longwood Rotary Club of Seminole County South S.W.O.P. SCC Foundation – Professional Auto Training Salvation Army Self Help International Special Olympics Spouse Abuse Inc. St. Jude’s Hospital St. Mary Magdalene Suburban Republican Women’s Club Swamp Shack Scholarship Fund Corp. Tee-Lo Golf UCF Foundation United Cerebral Palsy Winter Park Day Nursery XL 106.7 Baby DJ Fund MEDIA COVERAGE/ETC. TEAM INFORMATION 2008 Teams Television Sponsors: Bright House Networks Bright House Networks will produce and direct a television program that will highlight the activities of Charity Challenge XXIV. This program received two prestigious Telly Awards and has been a four time recipient of cable TV’s ACE Award as the best community-produced cable television program in the nation. The program will air throughout the Florida market on local Bright House Channel 21 and other local cable providers. The schedule will include the program being aired numerous times during the summer and fall months with primetime exposure. All sponsors will be listed in the credits of the television show. Title, presenting and platinum sponsors receive free commercial advertisements, based on availability. So far, hundreds of 15- and 30-second promotional spots have been committed to run in the Central Florida market during April and May through the Florida Association of Broadcasters radio and the Florida Cable Telecommunications Association. The spots will emphasize the charity and community involvement aspects of the event. Radio: We have confirmed radio promotional advertising/participation for the Central Florida market through the Florida Association of Broadcasters member stations. As they have in past years, stations will do pre-event interviews on a regular basis with Charity Challenge organizers and the morning radio personalities to heighten awareness and enthusiasm prior to the event. In addition, they will do continuous promotions on location, including live remote broadcasts during the event. Tickets, Parking and Insurance: Charity Challenge XXIV is a FREE event open to all. No tickets are necessary. Free and ample parking will be available at the event. All major sponsors are included in a blanket ’special events’ insurance policy provided by Charity Challenge Inc. Design courtesy of Curley & Pynn – Public Relations | Marketing | Public Affairs • Photos by DJ’s Unlimited. 15 Adobe Gila’s AirTran Airways Ale House Altamira Place Andover Arbors at Maitland Summit Bahama Breeze Bill’s Elbow South Boardwalk – WDW Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Buca di Beppo Campus Crossings Central Florida Sports Commission Church Street Concepts City Beverages Clyde and Costellos Colonial Grand at TownPark Coronado Springs – WDW Courtney Villages Crowne Plaza Darden Corporation Discovery Cove Disney International Program – WDW Disney Pricing – WDW Disney Sports and Recreation – WDW Loews Hotels Lux Nightclub Margaritaville Montevista Tigers National Personal Training Institute NBA City Olive Garden Palm Key Panchero’s Mexican Grill Pizzeria UNO Premier Beverage Red Lobster Reedy Creek Regatta Shores Reunion Resort River Oaks Rosen Hotels – Crew Rosen Hotels – Entourage Roxy Nightclub Ruth’s Chris Steak House Season’s 52 SeaWorld/Aquatica Silver Cove Sol Caliente & Lunar Dolce Stratford Point Disney Vacation Club – WDW Dwell Apartments Ember Nightclub Epcot Food and Beverage – WDW Equity Residential Blue Equity Residential Red Firkin & Kegler Florida Apartment Association Gaylord Palms Glories Gaylord Palms Suns General Furniture Leasing Grand Bohemian Hotel Greystar Orlando Corporate Heritage Estates Hollywood Studios – WDW Hooter’s of South Florida Howl at the Moon Hurricane Grill and Wings Hyatt Grand Cypress Integra Landing Knight Library La Palazza Lake Lawsona Lake View Lake Weston Sunshadow Swan and Dolphin – WDW Tabu Nightclub Tijuana Flats Timberlake Apartments U Squad (Finnegan’s) Universal Orlando Valet Waste Village of Alafaya Club Villages on Millenia Wall Street Cantina Wall Street Plaza Water Parks – WDW Wet n’ Wild – Storm Wet n’ Wild – Wild Ones Wiginton Fire Systems Willow Key Wing House Wolfgang Puck/Levy Restaurants Wonderworks/Magical Midway Woodlands Zinc Bar To register your team, please see the application on the back page. 4 WHAT THE MEDIA IS SAYING! TEAM INFORMATION Challenge • Basketball Shootout – Shoot from various distances for most points • Canoe Relay – Two three-person runs, using best time • Obstacle Course – Race through series of obstacles, using the best time • Tubing Relay – Six-person relay, using best overall time • Tug-of-War Contest – Team with rope marker on their side after 90 seconds, wins • Volleyball Tournament – Team scoring 11 points and a two-point lead wins Thursday, May 7, 2009 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Kickoff Reception Varsity Club, Florida Citrus Bowl Friday, May 15, 2009 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Location open for team tent set up Saturday, May 16, 2009 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Team Competition Team Participants • Teams must consist of at least three females for each event, except in the tug-of-war, only two females are required. • Teams can have as many participants as they wish, as long as they have all registered and signed the insurance waiver. • Hospitality teams must consist of only paid employees of company. • Apartment developments must consist of rent-paying residents and/or paid employees of the complex. Championship Party immediately following competition at the Florida Citrus Bowl’s Varisty Club Additional Information • All participants are required to sign an insurance waiver prior to competing. • All teams will be asked to donate at least $100 in gift certificates that we can distribute to our valued volunteers. A television screening party and a charity awards luncheon with check presentations will be held within two months of the event. Further details on these events will be provided following registration. 3 5 – 7 p.m. Championship Competition Participants Party immediately following competition during the championship as mostly an Altamonte Springs social “Started event, Charity Challenge has grown into a three-county fundraiser. “ “ Cost • $500 tax deductible fee, with at least half going to charity of your choice! “ Event Details/Schedule of Events Mr. Constantine has performed a valuable service to his community. 16 DON’T MISS OUT TEAM INFORMATION Over $3 Million Raised! For additional information on Charity Challenge or a DVD of last year’s event, please contact us at: (407) 339-3888, fax (407) 339-4888 or e-mail at [email protected]. ... BUILD TEAM GY ... SYNER CHALL ENGE ... Top from left to right: April Dickerson, Event Director; Derek Riley, board member; Greg Thompson of the Florida Citrus Bowl; Bill Denius of the Epilepsy Association of Central Florida; Joe Durso, board member; Adlin Burtos of the Florida Hospital; Jim Mark of Boy Scout Troop 200; Paul Layton of Boy Scout Troop 200; Gary Brewer of the Central Florida Boy Scouts; Paul Finelli, board member; Dr. Dan Holsenbeck of the University of Central Florida; and, Senator Lee Constantine, founder. Bottom from left to right: Brian Jenkins, Event Director of Charity Challenge XXIII; Lisa Massing of Seminole Community College; Sandi Vidal of Christian Help; Ginelle Morales of the Red Cross; Angie Faith of the Red Cross; and, Mariann Lansing, board member. Since 1987, Charity Challenge has awarded over $3 million to hundreds of local charities. *Charity Challenge Inc. operates as a non-captured charitable organization, making it exempt from the lobbying expenditure prohibitions contained in Chapter 2005-359 Laws of Florida. For more information please visit www.CharityChallengeInc.com/legal. **A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the division of consumer services by calling toll-free (800-435-7352) within the state. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by the State. Reference# CH1961 17 GIVE B ACK . .. • Team Build – camaraderie among your group! • Challenge – Yourself, your team, and others in your industry! • Synergy – Among co-workers and the community! • Give Back – To whichever charity you choose! IT!! DOING N U F HAVE • Have Fun Doing it!! 2 INTRODUCTION AGREEMENT/REGISTRATION Team/Sponsor Registration Introduction/Table of Contents Team Information General Team Information....................................................2 Event Details/Schedule of Events ..........................................3 2008 Teams .......................................................................4 Sponsorship Information Make Your Sponsorship Work for You! ..................................5 Sponsorship Levels/Demographics ........................................6 Levels of Sponsorship ..........................................................7 Title Sponsorship.................................................................8 Presenting Sponsorship ........................................................9 Platinum Sponsorship.........................................................10 With philanthropy as its driving motivation, Charity Challenge was established in 1987 to bring our community together by providing an opportunity for young adults to have fun and give back to local charities at the same time. Twenty-three events later, it continues to bring together co-ed teams from the hospitality, hotel and apartment industries for a full day of spirited athletic contest which include: basketball hotshots, canoe relay, obstacle course, tubing relay, volleyball tournament and tug-of-war tournament. Please register one of the following ways: • Mail a copy of the registration form to: Charity Challenge Inc. 378 Centerpointe Circle, Suite 1238, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 • Fax to (407) 339-4888 • Visit our Web site at: www.CharityChallengeInc.org • E-mail us at: [email protected] Over the past 22 years, Charity Challenge has evolved from a four-team, backyard event into a multi-media extravaganza with nearly 100 teams competing and the loyal support of 200 sponsors. Since its inception, Charity Challenge has awarded over $3 million to local charities, including $301,000 to 94 charities in 2008; making it the largest independent charity in Central Florida. City: On May 16, 2009, Charity Challenge XXIV will be bigger and better than ever with thousands of spectators and a statewide television audience watching teams participate in six challenges for a common goal. For many businesses, Charity Challenge has proven to be a remarkable way of becoming more involved in their community while achieving high visibility for such a positive undertaking. Gold Sponsorship .............................................................11 Silver & Bronze Sponsorship ..............................................12 Patron Sponsorship ...........................................................13 Charities .........................................................................14 Media Coverage/Etc. .......................................................15 The following pages will answer many of the questions regarding ways in which you, either as a sponsor or as a competing team, can participate in the upcoming Charity Challenge XXIV. However you chose to get involved, we are confident that you will be pleased with the benefits this event will bring to your organization and the community. What the Media is Saying .................................................16 Don’t Miss Out! ................................................................17 Agreement/Registration .....................................................18 1 ❑ Team: ❑ Sponsor: Address: Phone: ( State: ) Zip: Fax: ( ) E-mail: Contact Person/Team Captain: Team: ❑ $500 Sponsorship: ❑ Title $30,000 + ❑ Presenting $10,000 + ❑ Platinum $5,000 + ❑ Gold $2,500 + ❑ Silver $1,000 + ❑ Bronze $500 + ❑ Patron $500 ❑ Friend Donations Local charity you wish to receive at least half of your contribution: Charity Address: Charity Phone: ( Authorized Signature: Date: ) Title: This registration constitutes an agreement to participate in Charity Challenge XXIV. It is understood that Charity Challenge Inc. will incur costs as a result of your agreement to participate in Charity Challenge XXIV. Any breach of your agreement to participate will result in Charity Challenge Inc. incurring damages in reasonable reliance upon your agreement to participate and/or sponsor a portion of Charity Challenge XXIV. No money is required at this time; however, an invoice will be sent to you in the appropriate amount for your registration and/or sponsorship indicating the due date of the invoice. A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the division of consumer services by calling toll-free (800) 435-7352 within the state. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by the state. Reference #CH1961. 18