June 27, Dear Friend of UMES:

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1 Division of Institutional Advancement Alumni House University of Maryland Eastern Shore Princess Anne, Maryland June 27, 2008 Dear Friend of UMES: The newly created Professional Golf Management (PGM) Program at UMES is one of the distinctive programs that is poised to provide our students with unmatched potential in the hospitality industry as directors of golf for major resorts, facilities and merchandisers. Further still, our recently accredited Professional Golf Management program has made an historical impact on the entire golf industry as we are the first and only Historically Black University with a PGM program certified by the PGA. The Art Shell Celebrity Golf Classic will be held on Wednesday, September 17, 2008 at GlenRiddle Golf Club, Gray s Corner in Berlin, Maryland and will feature a pairing party on the UMES campus the evening of September 16 th and a post-tournament celebration at Ruth s Chris Steak House after the tournament on the 17 th. Funds raised from this event will be managed by the University System of Maryland Foundation, Inc. to support the students who pursue the PGM curriculum by providing student scholarships and offsetting program operation costs. Please review the enclosed sponsorship opportunities and consider becoming a PGM program sponsor. Your support will not only make this event successful, but most importantly, will help UMES continue its commitment to its regional investment in the Lower Eastern Shore while providing distinctive opportunities for our students and community. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Kimberly Conway Dumpson, Esquire, Chair of the Art Shell Celebrity Golf Classic Sponsorship Committee at (410) Thank you in advance for your consideration and support. Sincerely, Thelma B. Thompson, Ph. D. President Art Shell Founder Midgett S. Parker, Esquire Tournament Chairperson George Ralph Tournament Co-Chairperson Enclosures

2 Art Shell UMES Celebrity Golf Classic September 17, 2008 GLENRIDDLE GOLF COURSE, BERLIN, MARYLAND Sponsorship Opportunities

3 Opportunity. The newly created Professional Golf Management (PGM) Program at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) has made an historical impact on the entire golf industry. As the first and only Historically Black University with a PGM program certified by the Professional Golfers Association of America, UMES is a pioneer in the effort to introduce more minorities and women to the exciting and prosperous world of golf. Distinction. The mission of the UMES PGM program is to create PGA of America members who will pursue careers in the golf industry as directors of golf for major resorts, facilities, and merchandisers. In particular, the UMES PGM program will target the shortage of minorities and women among PGA of America members. Investment. The UMES Professional Golf Management program was formally certified by the PGA of America in January 2008 and will enroll its first cohort of 25 to 30 students this fall. Funds raised from this tournament will support the students who pursue the PGM curriculum and offset program operation costs. To implement such a rigorous curriculum, there are extra expenses that many students cannot afford on their own. Over the 4½ years of this demanding program, the additional costs in tuition, curriculum materials, membership fees, equipment, travel, and facilities are currently estimated to exceed normal tuition, room, and board expenses by an additional $9,000 per student. Elite Sponsor $25,000 Logo displayed on all press releases and marketing promotions, including event brochures, website and communications. Full-page, color advertisement on inside front cover of Souvenir Journal. Logo included in four issues of the campus newsletter, two weeks prior and two weeks following the event. Prominent recognition in the spring 2009 alumni magazine, which reaches 10,000 alumni, friends, parents and students of the University. 12 entries in Celebrity Golf Classic and 12 Pre-Tournament VIP reception passes. 36 tee signs (distributed at each hole on each of the two courses) 36 x 72 banners bearing your company s logo displayed at the Pairing Party, VIP Reception and at each course on Tournament Day. 12 special commemorative keepsakes. Potential Charitable Donation Deduction of $18,020 Heritage Sponsor $15,000 Logo displayed on all press releases and marketing promotions, including event brochures, website and communications. Full-page, color advertisement on inside back cover of Souvenir Journal. Logo included in two issues of the campus newsletter, one week prior and one week following the event. Prominent recognition in the spring 2009 alumni magazine, which reaches 10,000 alumni, friends, parents and students of the University. Eight entries in Celebrity Golf Classic and 8 Pre-Tournament VIP reception passes. 36 tee signs (distributed at each hole on each of the two courses) 36 x 72 banners bearing your company s logo displayed at the Pairing Party, VIP Reception and at each course on Tournament Day. Eight special commemorative keepsakes. Potential Charitable Donation Deduction of $10,180

4 Platinum Sponsor $10,000 Logo displayed on all press releases and marketing promotions, including event brochures, website and communications. Full-page, color advertisement on one of two center pages inside the Souvenir Journal. Logo included in two issues of the campus newsletter, one week prior and one week following the event. Prominent recognition in the spring 2009 alumni magazine, which reaches 10,000 alumni, friends, parents and students of the University. Four entries in Celebrity Golf Classic and four Pre-Tournament VIP reception passes. 18 tee signs (distributed at holes on the two courses) Two (2) 36 x 72 banners (bearing your company s logo displayed at each course on Tournament Day) Four special commemorative keepsakes. Potential Charitable Donation Deduction of $7,340 Gold Sponsor $5,000 Logo displayed on event brochures. Half-page, color advertisement inside the Souvenir Journal. Four entries in Celebrity Golf Classic and four Pre-Tournament VIP reception passes. Two tee Signs, one on each course. Four special commemorative keepsakes. Potential Charitable Donation Deduction of $2,590 Silver Sponsor $2,500 Quarter-page color advertisement inside the Souvenir Journal. Four entries in Celebrity Golf Classic and four Pre-Tournament VIP reception passes. Two tee signs, one on each course. Four special commemorative keepsakes. Potential Charitable Donation Deduction of $165 Sponsor $500 Eighth-page advertisement inside the Souvenir Journal. One company promotional item placed in each golfer s bag. Two tickets to the Pairing Party. Special commemorative keepsake. Potential Charitable Donation Deduction of $25 Supporter $250 Patron listing inside the Souvenir Journal. One ticket to the Pairing Party. Special commemorative keepsake. If you would like to support the tournament at any level up to $250, we would like to thank you by providing you with a special commemorative keepsake and one ticket to the Pairing Party. UMES representatives (from left to right) Dr. Ernest Boger, chair, Hotel and Restaurant Management; Suzanne Street, director of Public Relations; William Dillon, director of the Professional Golf Management Program; Dr. Ronald Forsythe, vice president of Technology and Commercialization; UMES President Thelma B. Thompson and Marshall Cropper, director of the Golf Academy are pictured with PGA of America President Brian Whitcomb, Vice President Jim Remy, Secretary Allen Wronowski, CEO Joe Steranka and Earnie Ellison during the 55 th PGA Merchandise Show held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla., on January 1. The Art Shell Celebrity Golf Classic is an activity of the UMES Foundation. Contributions may be tax deductible. Funds raised will be managed by the University System of Maryland Foundation, Inc.

5 Number of Historically Black Colleges or Universities in the United States of America with a PGATM certified Professional Golf Management Program One Backbone Road Princess Anne, MD 21853

6 2008 ART SHELL CELEBRITY GOLF CLASSIC Diamond Sponsor $50,000 Logo displayed on all press releases and marketing promotions, including event brochures, website and communications. Co-branding/naming opportunity for pre or post-classic reception Personal meeting and individual photo with honored celebrity guests, which may include Art Shell Golf apparel branding opportunity with embroidered company logo Full-page, color advertisement on inside Souvenir Journal. Logo included in four issues of the campus newsletter, two weeks prior and two weeks following the event. Prominent recognition in the spring 2009 alumni magazine, which reaches 10,000 alumni, friends, parents and students of the University. 16 entries in Celebrity Golf Tournament and 16 Pre-Tournament VIP reception passes. Art Shell UMES Celebrity Golf Classic 36 tee signs (distributed at each hole on both courses) 36 x 72 banners (bearing your company s logo displayed at the Pairing Party, VIP Reception and a banner on holes one, nine and eighteen on each course) September 17, special commemorative keepsakes. GlenRiddle Golf Course Berlin, Maryland Potential Charitable Donation Deduction of $40,860

7 2008 ART SHELL CELEBRITY GOLF CLASSIC SPONSORSHIP FORM Registration is complete upon receipt of completed form and/or payment of sponsorship. Registration for sponsorships is on a first-come, first-served basis. I would like to be a sponsor of the 2008 Art Shell Golf Classic NAME: BUSINESS: ADDRESS: STATE: CITY: ZIP: FAX: PHONE: Art Shell UMES Celebrity Golf Classic September 17, 2008 GlenRiddle Golf Course Berlin, Maryland Sponsorship Options (check one) Elite Sponsor $25,000 Diamond Sponsor $50,000 Heritage Sponsor $15,000 Platinum Sponsor $10,000 Gold Sponsor $5,000 Silver Sponsor $2,500 Sponsor $ 500 Supporter $ 250 Team of four $750 Individual $ 200 Amount Enclosed: $ Make checks payable to: the UMES Foundation. The Art Shell Celebrity Golf Classic is an activity of the UMES Foundation. Funds raised will be managed by the University System of Maryland Foundation, Inc. Return this form and payment to: Chenita Kollock Division of Institutional Advancement University of Maryland Eastern Shore One Backbone Road/Alumni House Princess Anne, MD For office use only: Date Payment Rec d:

8 SPONSORED GOLFERS Art Shell UMES Celebrity Golf Classic September 17, 2008 GlenRiddle Golf Course Berlin, Maryland Shirt-Size Shirt-Size Shirt-Size Shirt-Size Shirt-Size Shirt-Size Additional Golf $200 per person. Shirt-Size Make check payable to: UMES Foundation To pay by credit card circle one: Master Card Visa Am Express Account Number: Exp. Date: Signature Security Code: (To pay on-line, visit and click on the Art Shell Celebrity Golf Classic Logo or phone the information to the Advancement Office at the number below) Please complete this form and mail to: Chenita Kollock Division of Institutional Advancement University of Maryland Eastern Shore One Backbone Road/Alumni House Princess Anne, MD Please contact Mrs. Kollock at (410) for more information. Funds raised will be managed by the University System of Maryland Foundation, Inc. For office use only: Date Payment Rec d:

9 2008 ART SHELL CELEBRITY GOLF CLASSIC PLAYER REGISTRATION FORM ($200 per Individual and $750 per Foursome) Company Address: City: State: Zip Code: Fee: $ Shirt-Size Company Address: City: State: Zip Code: Fee: $ Art Shell UMES Celebrity Golf Classic September 17, 2008 GlenRiddle Golf Course Berlin, Maryland Company Address: City: State: Zip Code: Fee: $ Shirt-Size Company Address: City: State: Zip Code: Fee: $ Each Player receives: One ticket to the pairing party event, Pre-tournament continental breakfast, Post-tournament lunch, golf goody bag, special commemorative keepsake, and golf photograph. Make check payable to: UMES Foundation To pay by credit card circle one: Master Card Visa Am Express Account Number: Exp. Date: Signature Security Code: (To pay on-line, visit and click on the Art Shell Celebrity Golf Classic Logo or phone the information to the Advancement Office at the number below) Please complete this form and mail to: Chenita Kollock Division of Institutional Advancement University of Maryland Eastern Shore One Backbone Road/Alumni House Princess Anne, MD Please contact Mrs. Kollock at (410) if you should have any questions.

10 2008 ART SHELL CELEBRITY GOLF CLASSIC SOUVENIR JOURNAL SPONSORSHIP FORM Registration is complete upon receipt of completed form and/or payment of sponsorship. Registration for sponsorships is on a first-come, first-served basis. I would like to be a sponsor in the Souvenir Journal for the 2008 Art Shell Celebrity Golf Classic. NAME: BUSINESS: ADDRESS: CITY: STATE: ZIP: Art Shell UMES Celebrity Golf Classic September 17, 2008 GlenRiddle Golf Course Berlin, Maryland PHONE: Sponsorship Selection: Full Page (8 1/2 x 5 1/2) $500 Half-Page (8 1/2 x 5 1/2) $250 Quarter Page (4 1/4 x 5 1/2) $175 Eighth Page ( 2 x 3) $75 Patron $50 AMOUNT Enclosed: $ FAX: Make checks payable to the UMES Foundation (100% of the sponsorship may be tax deductible) Return this form and payment to: Chenita Kollock Division of Institutional Advancement University of Maryland Eastern Shore One Backbone Road/Alumni House Princess Anne, MD Please contact Mrs. Kollock at (410) if you should have any questions. Thank you for your support! Please make sure to submit all artwork for your advertisement in a.jpg or.eps format no later than AUGUST 1, 2008 Artwork not received in this format by the deadline may not be included in the Souvenir Journal. Questions about artwork, please contact Kimberly Dumpson at (410) or via at kdumpson@umes.edu For office use only: Date Payment Rec d: Date Artwork Rec d: