2016 Event Sponsorship Opportunities
$50,628 Clothing & Home Goods Given
2,200 Backpacks with School Supplies Distributed
Through God’s grace, we help neighbors in need. In 2015, GraceWorks served Williamson County neighbors with
50,069 needs valued at $4.5 million $1,489,343 Food Given
1,475 Holiday Food Boxes Delivered
$262,300 Value of Educational Services Given
$411,795
GraceWorks is a Williamson County nonprofit that provides basic needs to help county residents move past a point of crisis. Through a network of committed volunteers, community partners, and donors, GraceWorks provides programs such as food, utility and rent assistance, senior transportation, weekend healthy food items for at-risk youths and other services to meet the needs of neighbors in crisis. GraceWorks Thrift Store is open to the public and accepts donations. Events and fundraisers help the overall mission of GraceWorks in providing immediate and long-term resources to our neighbors in need. They are a great way to cultivate support, bring awareness to issues facing our neighbors and attract new donors. For more information on our events or to secure your sponsorship contact Kristi Sylvester, Development Director, 615-473-9559 or ksylvester@ graceworksministries.net.
Rent & Utility Payments Made
20,812 Student Fuel Bags Given
Annual Fundraising Dinner “An Evening with the Stars” Thursday, February 18 • 6:00 PM Embassy Suites Cool Springs
Ride The Vines Saturday, April 23 • 8:00 AM Samary Plantation
OUR MISSION:
By God’s grace, we provide immediate and long-term resources to neighbors in need.
The Big Backpack Giveaway Saturday, July 30 • 4:00 PM Liberty Elementary School
Golf Fore GraceWorks Thursday, August 18 • 9:00 AM Vanderbilt Legends Club
Benefit Concert Thursday, November 10 • 7:00 PM Franklin Theatre
Turkey Trot 5K/Fun Run Thursday, November 24 • 8:00 AM D1 Sports Training Facility
Sponsorship Levels
TABLE
DESSERT
EVENT
10
10
20
Company Logo Displayed on Presentation Screen Dinner Guests
Benefit Dinner
Company Logo Displayed on Website
Thursday, February 18 Held at Embassy Suites Cool Springs, 350 donors, supporters and community leaders are expected to attend an evening which begins with a Silent Auction and includes dinner and entertainment.
Recognition to 10,000+ on Social Media Outlets Company Logo on Silent Auction Program Highlighted as Event Sponsor on Invitations Highlighted as Event Sponsor on Promotion Materials Introduction on Stage at the Dinner Option to Distribute Gift to Dinner Attendees
Amount
$800 $2500 $5000
For more information on our events or to secure your sponsorship, contact Kristi Sylvester, Development Director, 615-473-9559 or
[email protected].
Sponsorship Levels
MECHANIC
REST STOP
ROUTE
WINE
EVENT
Company Logo Displayed on Promotional Materials
2016
Company Logo Displayed on Ride Website Recognition to 10,000+ on Social Media Outlets
Saturday, April 23 RideTheVines.org
Recognition on Ride Sponsor Banner
Signage on Route or Rest Stops
1
Free Ride Entries
2
5
10
Option to Distribute Promotional Materials Complimentary Bottle of Wine Logo Displayed on Participant Gift
Expected 300+ riders will ride through the scenic rolling hills and vineyards of Williamson County. The event begins at 8 a.m., beginning and ending at Samary Plantation Road House. Following the ride, cyclists and supporters will enjoy brunch and are offered a commemorative bottle of wine.
Introduction of Business at the Event Custom Promotional Opportunity
Amount
$300
$500
$1000 $2500 $5000
For more information on our events or to secure your sponsorship, contact Kristi Sylvester, Development Director, 615-473-9559 or
[email protected].
Sponsorship Levels
BRONZE
SILVER
GOLD
EVENT
Company Logo Displayed on Poster
Booth at Event
Saturday, July 30
Option to Distribute Materials at Event
Backpacks full of school supplies will be distributed to students in need at 4 p.m. on the campus of Liberty Elementary School in Franklin. This community outreach will be fun for the entire family with music, food, games and prizes for all 2000 people in attendance.
Sponsorship Mention during Event Recognition to 10,000+ via Social Media 2400 Pre-stuffed Promo Item in Backpacks Yard Sign with Logo at Event Sponsor Representative Speaking Opportunity Custom Promotional Opportunity
Amount
$250
$500 $1000 $2000
For more information on our events or to secure your sponsorship, contact Kristi Sylvester, Development Director, 615-473-9559 or
[email protected].
Sponsorship Levels
HOLE
FLAG
TEAM
CORPORATE
Hole Sponsorship Sign Recognition on Sponsor Banner
Thursday, August 18
Company Logo Displayed on Website Recognition to 10,000+ on Social Media Outlets Logo Printed on Framed Golf Hole Flag
2 2
Free Playing Spots
Free Player Gift Bags
4 4
Now in its 7th year, the Golf Fore GraceWorks Challenge is on its way to raising $100,000 for program services. Our golfers are business leaders, church members and community supporters who have a desire to give back while having fun playing Vanderbilt Legends Club.
Option to Distribute Promotional Materials Company Logo Displayed with Golf Fore GraceWorks Logo Custom Promotional Opportunity
Amount
$250
$1000 $3000 $6000
For more information on our events or to secure your sponsorship, contact Kristi Sylvester, Development Director, 615-473-9559 or
[email protected].
Sponsorship Levels BRONZE
SILVER
GOLD
PLATINUM
Company Logo Displayed on Screens
Recognition to 10,000+ on Social Media Outlets Concert Tickets
Benefit Concert
4 Rows
10 or Table
D-N
for 4
for 8
for 12
1
2
3
Complimentary Bottle of Wine
15 20 or Tables or Tables
Recognition on Concert Event Website Recognition on Promotion Materials Custom Promotional Opportunity
Amount
$500
$1000 $2000 $5000
Thursday, November 10 The historic Franklin Theatre holds a total of 290 people with 44 seats in the balcony and 12 cabaret tables of 4 in reserved sponsorship area. Cabaret tables only available with sponsorship (see below). Past artist have included Gordon Mote, Lee Greenwood, Josh Turner, 2 Country 4 Nashville, among others. This sold-out event has become one of GraceWorks signature events.
For more information on our events or to secure your sponsorship, contact Kristi Sylvester, Development Director, 615-473-9559 or
[email protected].
Sponsorship Levels
TURN
TIMING
KID’S FUN RUN
SHIRT
EVENT
Company Logo Displayed on Race Shirts*
TURKEY TROT5K
Company Logo Displayed on Promotional Materials Company Logo Displayed on Race Website
Thursday, November 24 TurkeyTrotFranklin.com
Recognition to 10,000+ on Social Media Outlets Recognition on Race Sponsor Banner
Signage on Route
Option to Distribute Promotional Materials
2
Free Race Entries
2
6
10
Company Logo Displayed Larger on Promotion Materials Company Logo Displayed Above Race Logo on ALL Uses Custom Promotional Opportunity
Amount
$500
$1000 $1000 $3000 $5000 *If received by print due date.
This Thanksgiving Day race is in its 16th year. It is a community-wide event that strives to raise financial support for GraceWorks while promoting wellness and fitness for children, families, and the community. Last year, 3,123 participants and an additional 1,000+ onlookers gathered at D1 Sports Training in Franklin to partake in the day’s festivities. This event has become a family tradition and is now the largest stand-alone 5K in all of Middle Tennessee. For more information on our events or to secure your sponsorship, contact Kristi Sylvester, Development Director, 615-473-9559 or
[email protected].
Event Sponsorship Commitment Company Name:
Contact Name:
Address:
Phone:
Email:
Event:
Level:
Amount:
Authorized Signature:
Date: Please make payment within two weeks. Checks are to be made to “GraceWorks Ministries” and can be mailed to 104 Southeast Parkway, Franklin, TN 37064. Or, donate online by visiting graceworksministries.net.