America s Wild Outdoors

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1 TUESDAY, MARCH 27, 2018 AT 6:00PM INTERCONTINENTAL WASHINGTON, DC - THE WHARF America s Wild Outdoors AN EVENING BENEFITING THE NATIONAL WILDLIFE FEDERATION Honoring JOHNNY MORRIS FOUNDER AND CEO OF BASS PRO SHOPS Jay N. Ding Darling Conservation Award THE HONORABLE TOM CARPER U.S. SENATOR FOR DELAWARE National Conservation Achievement Award THE HONORABLE SUSAN COLLINS U.S. SENATOR FOR MAINE National Conservation Achievement Award America s experience with cherished landscapes and iconic wildlife has shaped our national character and identity for generations. For many of us, America s wild outdoors have served as the backdrop to countless memories formed while camping, hiking, hunting, fishing, birding, boating, cycling, gardening, or simply enjoying the peace of nature. Yet today, these pristine places and the wildlife dependent upon them are so often in jeopardy. Critical habitats are subject to wildfires, extreme weather, pollution, and encroachment, often causing staggering declines in many wildlife populations. We must do more to address both the longstanding and new pressures America s wild outdoors are facing to preserve and protect our nation s rich natural heritage. THE NATIONAL WILDLIFE FEDERATION and its partners invite you to join us for a reception and dinner on Tuesday, March 27th as we celebrate America s Wild Outdoors, an evening highlighting the collaborative conservation work of the National Wildlife Federation, to increase wildlife populations, protect America s cherished landscapes, and educate future generations of conservationists. We will also honor the incredible forces of nature who are helping us lead these efforts, because in these challenging times, wildlife will only thrive if we work together. LEARN MORE AT: NWF.ORG/AMERICASWILDOUTDOORS PAGE 1

2 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES $100,000 Presenting Sponsor Exclusive Four premium tables of eight for dinner Invitation for four guests to attend private pre-event meet Formal recognition as the Presenting Sponsor during the evening s remarks Speaking opportunity during dinner program Formal recognition as the Presenting Sponsor on all promotional materials, including on-stage sponsor highlight reel, printed evening program, on-site signage, step & repeat, press release, event website, event blog, and NWF social media pages* Two page ad in evening program* Logo recognition as Presenting Sponsor in promotional event advertisements* Logo recognition as Presenting Sponsor in sponsor thank you advertisement to be featured in National Wildlife magazine Invitation for two to attend a private NWF field trip with NWF Board Chair or President and CEO (airfare excluded) $50,000 Grizzly Bear Sponsor Three premium tables of eight for dinner Invitation for two guests to attend private pre-event meet Formal recognition during the evening s remarks reel, printed evening program, event website, on-site signage, and in event blog* Full page ad on inside cover of evening program* To enhance our sponsors experience at the event, a member of NWF s Senior Leadership will join you as a host at your table. *Please note all benefits related to print materials are pending March 9 print deadline. PAGE 2

3 $25,000 Orca Sponsor Two tables of eight for dinner Invitation for two guests to attend private pre-event meet Formal recognition during the evening s remarks reel, printed evening program, event website, on-site signage, and in event blog* Full page ad in evening program* $15,000 Red Wolf Sponsor One table of eight for dinner Invitation for four to attend Tuesday afternoon s America s Wild Outdoors: Wildlife in Crisis panel and lunch reel, Full page ad in evening program* $10,000 Steelhead Trout Sponsor One table of eight for dinner Invitation for two to attend Tuesday afternoon s America s Wild Outdoors: Wildlife in Crisis panel and lunch reel, printed evening program, event website and on-site signage* Half page ad in evening program* $5,000 Caribou Sponsor Seating for four guests (half-table) at dinner Name recognition from stage in sponsor highlight reel, Quarter page ad in evening program* $2,500 Whooping Crane Sponsor $500 Individual Ticket Seating for two guests at dinner Name recognition from stage in sponsor highlight reel, Seating for one guest at dinner To enhance our sponsors experience at the event, a member of NWF s Senior Leadership will join you as a host at your table. *Please note all benefits related to print materials are pending March 9 print deadline. PAGE 3

4 About the National Wildlife Federation FOUNDED IN 1936, the National Wildlife Federation, a 501(c)3 charitable organization, is America s largest wildlife conservation and education organization and publisher of National Wildlife and Ranger Rick magazines. Our mission is to unite all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in a rapidly changing world. In order to achieve this, the Federation is working to inspire the next generation of conservationists and mobilize a diverse conservation army to broaden the stewardship ethic, conservation action, public and private investments, and support for policy changes necessary to save thousands of at-risk species in our time. Our Federation s efforts have saved wetlands, safeguarded and created wilderness areas, and protected wildlife whose habitats are disappearing across the nation, from bison to meadowlarks, grizzly bears, and sea turtles. Working with Congress and other allies from across the political spectrum, we have influenced numerous legislative victories impacting wildlife and the environment, including the Endangered Species Act, the Clean Water and Clean Air acts, the Farm Bill, and many more. About the National Wildlife Federation Action Fund THE NATIONAL WILDLIFE FEDERATION ACTION FUND works to raise the visibility of key conservation issues. Through grassroots action and focused legislative campaigns, the Action Fund advocates for wildlife and habitats while engaging outdoor enthusiasts from all walks of life and political stripes, promoting their voices in the democratic process on a range of conservation priorities. For information contact: Patton Fiske, Manager of Special Events and Donor Engagement The National Wildlife Federation Wildlife Center Drive Reston, VA Phone: fiskep@nwf.org PAGE 4

5 Sponsorship Commitment Form AMERICA S WILD OUTDOORS PRESENTING SPONSOR $100,000 GRIZZLY SPONSOR $50,000 ORCA SPONSOR $25,000 RED WOLF SPONSOR $15,000 STEELHEAD TROUT SPONSOR $10,000 CARIBOU SPONSOR $5,000 WHOOPING CRANE SPONSOR $2,500 INDIVIDUAL TICKET $500 I cannot attend but would like to make a 100% tax-deductible donation: $10,000 $5,000 $2,500 $1,000 Other $ I would like my gift to benefit: The National Wildlife Federation (for all tax-deductible gifts) The National Wildlife Federation Action Fund (not tax-deductible) Please split my gift between the National Wildlife Federation $ the National Wildlife Federation Action Fund $ and Name/Company/Organization (As you wish name or company to appear in print materials) Contact Name Address City, State, Zip Phone Pay by credit card: Cardholder (Please print name as it appears on card) Account number You may fax this form to , call Patton Fiske with your information at , or mail to the address provided below. Card type Exp. Date For your personal security, please do not sensitive payment information. Pay by check: Checks are payable to the National Wildlife Federation and/or to the National Wildlife Federation Action Fund. Please write two separate checks if you ve decided to split your gift. Send the check(s) with this form to the address below: The National Wildlife Federation Attn: Patton Fiske, Philanthropy Wildlife Center Drive Reston, VA The fair market value of the event is estimated to be $175 per person with the remaining portion tax-deductible. Gifts to the National Wildlife Federation Tax ID # are tax-deductible. Gifts to the National Wildlife Federation Action Fund are not tax-deductible. Guest list at door, no tickets mailed. For additional information, contact Patton Fiske at or fiskep@nwf.org. PAGE 5