Sponsorship Opportunities BarBer Beast on the Bay Saturday, September 12, 2015 Presque Isle State Park www.barberbeast.org Proceeds benefit the Barber National Institute, an organization committed to making dreams come true for children and adults with disabilities. For information about sponsorships, contact Laura Schaaf at (814) 874-5802 or email LSchaaf@BarberInstitute.org TM
ABOUT THE EVENT Barber Beast on the Bay is an extreme obstacle course challenge that takes place along Lake Erie at Presque Isle State Park. The total course length is a grueling 10 miles. The obstacle course is designed by a team of competitive Obstacle Course Racers who have some hardcore challenges in store for competitors. Participants should prepare to scale walls, traverse bodies of mucky water and race through wooded trails! The event will begin at Beach 11 and end at Waldameer Park where spectators and participants can chill out, have a beer, grab a bite to eat and enjoy some music. This day-long event is a great opportunity for sponsors to connect with a large gathering of participants, family and friends. The Adapted course is a 1.2 mile obstacle course offered for adults with disabilities. This unique event will offer customized sponsorship opportunities. All proceeds from this event benefit the Barber National Institute, an organization committed to Making dreams come true for children and adults with autism and developmental disabilities. Registration discounts are offered to those who want to help raise funds for individuals with developmental disabilities. For more information about the organization, please visit www.barberinstitute.org For information about sponsorships, contact Laura Schaaf at 814-874-5802 or LSchaaf@BarberInstitute.org
2014 Demographics 1,125 participants from 17 states for 10 mile course Participant age range: 16 to 72 years old 34,793 visits to our website since we launched February, 2014 2,942 Facebook followers and growing More than 98% of participants said they will be back Nearly 100 adults with disabilities for the Maureen Riazzi Adapted Course More than 5,000 spectators Estimated Economic Impact: $175,000 to $200,000
Sponsorship Levels PRESENTING SPONSOR Event name branded with Barber Beast on the Bay Presented by Logo with hyperlink on website & social media sites Media Advertising (includes mentions on radio spots, TV commercials, on-air interviews) Print Inclusion Branding on all entry materials, brochures, email blasts & other promotional materials 2 entries for the Shillelagh Golf Outing 2 tickets to the Barber Christmas Ball Free Entries for a Team of 10 Obstacle Sponsorship Signage at the event Inclusion of promotional items in participant goodie bags Inclusion of logo on volunteer t-shirts, course banners and signage $25,000
T-SHIRT SPONSOR FIRST NIAGARA $10,000 Exclusive logo on participant t-shirt (estimated 1,200 participants) Print Inclusion Branding on all entry materials, brochures, email blasts & other promotional materials Free Entries for a Team of 5 PARTICIPANT MEDAL SPONSOR LECOM $5,000 Logo on participant medal (estimated 1,200 participants) Metal presenters at finish line
ADAPTED COURSE NAMING RIGHTS SPONSOR INTERIM HEALTHCARE Exclusive branding with signage at course site Entry for a Team of 5 for the Adapted Course For information about sponsorships, contact Laura Schaaf at 814-874-5802 or LSchaaf@BarberInstitute.org
PARTICIPANT BAG SPONSOR HIGHMARK $5,000 Exclusive logo on participant goodie bag (estimated 1,200 participants) Entry for Team of 4 CHEER ZONE SPONSOR PNC BANK Cheer Zones are an important aspect of the event...they keep the course and the participants engaged, enthusiastic and energized! And your sponsorship rewards the most boisterous cheer zone on the 10 mile course. Participants will vote on the most enthusiastic group and prize money will be awarded to the top 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners. Exclusive signage in each Cheer-Zone (unlimited) Logo with hyperlink on website & social media sites Entry for Team of 4 Inclusion of promotional items in participant goodie bags Inclusion of logo on volunteer t-shirts, course banners and signage For information about sponsorships, contact Laura Schaaf at 814-874-5802 or LSchaaf@BarberInstitute.org
THE BEAST SPONSOR WEBER-HARRIS FORD, INC. $5,000 Let the Beast help you promote your business this summer!! He ll wear a t-shirt with your logo as he makes appearances at parades, 5k s and various events around the region. Exclusive logo on Beast T-shirt Entry for Team of 4 Inclusion of promotional items in participant goodie bags Inclusion of logo on volunteer t-shirts, course banners and signage FUNDRAISER AWARD SPONSOR $5,000 More than 1,100 participants are expected to participate in Barber Beast on the Bay, but a select number will go above and beyond the physical competition. These participants register to fundraise to support the mission of the Barber National Institute and the more than 4,200 children and adults with intellectual disabilities who are served every year throughout Pennsylvania. Support their philanthropic efforts by sponsoring the awards for the top fundraisers. Logo with hyperlink on website & social media sites Entry for Team of 4 Inclusion of promotional items in participant goodie bags Inclusion of logo on volunteer t-shirts, course banners and signage
ELITE AWARD SPONSOR $5,000 Recognize the best that the Beast has to offer! Participants who choose to compete in the Elite category are timed and are required to complete all obstacles. You will present the top male and female finisher registered in the elite wave with framed art work created by individuals at the Barber National Institute. A plaque will be added to the art work indicating your sponsorship of the artwork. Entry for Team of 4 For information about sponsorships, contact Laura Schaaf at 814-874-5802 or LSchaaf@BarberInstitute.org
SUPPORTING SPONSOR (UNLIMITED) $2,500 Event Day marketing opportunities Signage at event Inclusion of promotional items in athlete goodie bags REFUELING AND WATER STATIONS SPONSOR - UNAVAILABLE $1,000 EACH Event Day marketing opportunities Signage at Refueling Station For information about sponsorships, contact Laura Schaaf at 814-874-5802 or LSchaaf@BarberInstitute.org
Still Need a Way to Get Involved? FRIENDS OF THE BEAST UNLIMITED TO FRIENDS OF THE BEAST $500 Event Day marketing opportunities Adapted Obstacle sponsorship DESIGN YOUR OWN OBSTACLE (10 AVAILABLE) New this year, we are encouraging local organizations, clubs and gyms to build their own obstacle for inclusion in the course. Each obstacle can be designed and built by the sponsoring organization (subject to approval by Barber Beast on the Bay). So have fun, get creative and come up with a way to Beat the Beast! Brand the obstacle to your business, staff with your employees/volunteers, and reach a great demographic with your message! For information about sponsorships, contact Laura Schaaf at 814-874-5802 or LSchaaf@BarberInstitute.org