Strike 4 A Cure
FOUNDATIONS DETAILS & GOALS
WHO WE ARE
The STRIKE 4 A CURE Foundation is a non-profit charitable organization headquartered at 136 Richmond Street, Atlanta, Georgia, 30312 USA and organized under the laws of the state of Georgia. STRIKE 4 A CURE foundation is the sister foundation to MAKE PLAYS FOR AFRICA.
The STRIKE 4 A CURE Foundation is dedicated to inspiring hope and providing economic resources to researchers in the quest to find a cure for HIV/AIDS and Alzheimer’s disease.
The 2nd Annual “STRIKE 4 A CURE” Charity Bowling Weekend will be an Exclusive weekend where Pro-Athletes, City Officials, State Officials, and Tastemakers of Georgia aim to strike out HIV/AIDS and Alzheimer’s by bowling to raise funding for research, outreach and education.
Osi Umenyiora (#72) of The World Champion New York Giants, will team up with his celebrity athletes and friends to co-host this 2nd Annual special event. Proceeds from “STRIKE 4 A CURE” will help support Alzheimer’s Association Georgia Chapter and Aids Education Services for Minorities.
HISTORY
For the Inaugural Launch of “The STRIKE 4 A CURE Weekend” Osi Umenyiora (#72) of The World Champion New York Giants teamed up with Terrell Owens (#81) of the Dallas Cowboys creating an incredible, celebrity-attended charitable weekend.
Last year’s events included:
- STRIKE 4 A CURE; Casino Royale at Mercedes-Benz of Buckhead
- STRIKE 4 A CURE; Bowling Challenge at 10 Pin Bowling Alley
- STRIKE 4 A CURE; Pool-side Jamboree at Terrell Owens Home
Pictures from the Inaugural “STRIKE 4 A CURE” Weekend can be found at http://www.strike4acure.com/photogallery.html
GOALS FOR THE STRIKE 4 A CURE FOUNDATION
• Raise awareness
Provide forums for the exchange of ideas pertaining to Alzheimer’s and HIV awareness for Minorities.
Facilitate the presentation of programs and the production of materials providing learning opportunities about Alzheimer’s and HIV.
Encourage additional dialogue among researchers who can contribute to the Alzheimer’s Association Georgia Chapter and AESM knowledge base.
• Educate
Advance the knowledge base of the Alzheimer’s Association Georgia Chapter and AESM.
Provide scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students in the field of Alzheimer’s and HIV research and awareness programs.
• Raise funds to find a cure
Plan and implement an on-going total development program that establishes endowment funds, as well as restricted and unrestricted funds, that will support the research and educational goals of the STRIKE 4 A CURE Foundation
The financial goal of “STRIKE 4 A CURE” for 2008 is to raise $1,000,000 to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association Georgia Chapter and AESM. These organizations play a vital role in our communities and their missions reflect Osi Umenyiora’s dedication to supporting a worthy cause.
EVENT DETAILS
STRIKE 4 A CURE Charity Bowling Weekend takes place in Atlanta, GA on May 16th, May 17th, and May 18th 2008.Events include:
STRIKE 4 A CURE; Black Tie Cocktail Party, May 16th, 2008
At The W Hotel Downtown – Centennial Park
STRIKE 4 A CURE; Bowling Challenge, May 17th, 2008
at 300 Bowling Alley
STRIKE 4 A CURE; Pool-side Jamboree May 18th, 2008
at Osi Umenyiora’s Home
Official Invite will be sent to a selective guest list of corporate upper level managers, entrepreneurs, tastemakers, and celebrity guest hosts.
COMMITTED SPONSORS
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SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE
The following details the sponsorship available to all corporate and private sponsors. Some items may require further explanation or “in-person” discussions. We encourage sponsors to think creatively. Our relationship with our sponsors thrives upon innovation and the diversity of opportunities which we offer. If there is something you do not see in the packages provided, ask us and we will try and create something specific to your needs.
STRIKE 4 A CURE provides corporations and private parties with a unique opportunity to utilize corporate partnerships, relationships, and traditional and non-traditional marketing to increase visibility. This event provides targeted, traditional and non-traditional mediums to reach an exclusive group of consumers seeking companies that offer goods and services that are relevant to their lifestyle.
Available sponsorship opportunities can include:
- Brand Marketing
- Category Exclusivity
- Distribution of POP Materials - Signage
- Access to Consumer Demographic with an excess of $723 billion in Buying Power
- Data/Demographic Capture opportunities
- Media Impressions in several publications
- Video Rotations during events
- Unique Consumer Impressions
- Access to A & B-List Celebrity Clientele
- Product Merchandising
- Celebrity Signed or Endorsed Product Auctions
SPONSORS TITLE OPTIONS
Official Presenting Title
A maximum of One (1) position is available at a Presenting Level. This is the highest level of sponsorship for STRIKE 4 A CURE Charity Bowling Weekend. This position includes the distinguished “STRIKE 4 A CURE Charity Bowling Weekend” tag. This tag may be used on any sponsor’s advertising approved by the STRIKE 4 A CURE foundation. Additional details are located in the Sponsorship investment options section.
- Logo inclusion on all invitations, tickets and PR announcements for the events.
- 35 Tickets to each event.
Official Sponsorship Title
Sponsorship titles are available in Platinum level. These positions include an “Official Sponsor of the “STRIKE 4 A CURE Charity Bowling Weekend.” This tag may be used on any sponsor’s advertising approved by the STRIKE 4 A CURE foundation. Additional details are located in the Sponsorship investment options section.
- Logo inclusion on all invitations, tickets and PR announcements for the events.
- 15 Tickets to each event.
|Supporting titles are available in Supporting level. These positions include an “Supporter of the “STRIKE 4 A CURE Charity Bowling Weekend.” This tag may be used on any sponsor’s advertising approved by the STRIKE 4 A CURE foundation. Additional details are located in the Sponsorship investment options section.
- Logo inclusion on all invitations, tickets and PR announcements for the events.
- 10 Tickets to each event.
Industry Exclusivity Title
Industry exclusivity is included in presenting level only. Example: Only one sponsor may be designated as the “Official Airlines” of the event. Additional details are located in the Sponsorship investment options section.
- Logo inclusion on all invitations, tickets and PR announcements for the events.
- 10 Tickets to each event.
Event Promotions
The following Public Relations related items are included at various sponsorship levels
- Event Post-Press Releases – Presenting through Gold Level sponsors will be included in all STRIKE 4 A CURE related press releases from The STRIKE 4 A CURE public relations coordinator.
- Inclusion in full page of advertising insertions in participating sponsors in April/May issues
- Web banner advertising on all participating sponsors websites – April – June 2008
- Inclusion on step and repeat signage and gobo applications
- Full naming rights to specific indoor/outdoor sponsored areas (i.e. Cigar Lounge)
- Rights to all celebrity photographs from the events
- Merchandise placement in gift bags.
Displaying corporate product may be accommodated in various ways in addition to the offerings below. Ask the STRIKE 4 A CURE foundation team members about additional creative opportunities for product display.
- Product Display and Photo Opportunity Areas – Presenting levels sponsors may have a fixed position to display products and branding as well as solidified product shots with Osi Umenyiora and his celebrity friends, athletes and guest hosts. Ask a STRIKE 4 A CURE foundation team member about the locations of available positions.
SPONSOR INVESTMENT OPTIONS
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Note: Packages can be customized to fit your specific needs
POSSIBLE EXTENSIONS
STRIKE 4 A CURE has pending arrangements for off-site events on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights of the Charity Weekend.
Friday Night – May 16th, 2008 – Location TBD
All STRIKE 4 A CURE attendees, panelists, and press invited with free admission.
Saturday Night – May 17th, 2008 – Location TBD
All STRIKE 4 A CURE attendees, panelists, and press invited with free admission.
Sunday Night – May 18th, 2008 - Velvet Room
All STRIKE 4 A CURE attendees, panelists, and press invited with free admission.
STRIKE 4 A CURE looks forward to partnering with your team on this unique and high profile opportunity to begin a relationship on future events. Due to timing constraints and the timing of the event please confirm by April 1st 2008 for participation.
We look forward to working with you.
Thank you for your interest in The STRIKE 4 A CURE Foundation!
