Dear Friend, We are proud to announce the second annual Swing Fore a Cure Golf & Tennis Tournament benefiting the Crohn s & Colitis Foundation - South Texas Chapter. Together with our generous sponsors we are determined to make a positive difference in the lives of every pediatric and adult patient affected by Crohn s disease and ulcerative colitis, also known as Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). Event Co-Chairs Karen Smith Kelly Horne Event Committee Kimberly Arch Becky Basara Rachel Bevis Kathy Burkholder Elisa Caudill Bonnie Clanin Caroline Garcia Deb Gonzalez Mary Ellen Greer Teal Harris Deborah Kirker Felise Lenger Ruth Pina Debra Thomas Yvonne Uhl Dianne Wells Jenn Yantis Matt Yantis San Antonio Leadership Board Sean Horne, President Craig Andrews Jill Helgren Mills Dr. James Noel Karen Smith Emily Stroup As parents of teenagers living with IBD, we are passionate about this cause and invite you to make plans now to participate in this special event at the Fair Oaks Ranch Golf & Country Club on Saturday, September 15, 2018 beginning at 11:30 a.m. Join us for an afternoon of golf, tennis, cocktail hour with entertainment, and a celebratory dinner with live and silent auctions. Last year s event raised over $100,000 and had 185 people in attendance. Our goal in 2018 is to raise over $150,000 for IBD research and patient support. Sponsorship information is enclosed and can also be found at https://swingforeacure18tx.auction-bid.org. By sponsoring and/or playing in this year s event, you will be joining an elite group of people dedicated to finding a cure for Crohn s and ulcerative colitis. 83 cents of every $1 of your contributions will go directly to fund life-saving research and expand IBD related programs that directly improve the lives of patients. For tax purposes, the Crohn s & Colitis Foundation tax identification number is 13-6193105. On behalf of local IBD patients, we thank you for your consideration and support. If you have any questions, please contact Theresa Spiess, Crohn s & Colitis Foundation Community Director at (646)864-6781. We look forward to you joining us as we raise funds for IBD research and support. Warm Regards, Karen Smith Swing Fore a Cure Co-Chair Kelly Horne Swing Fore a Cure Co-Chair Crohn s & Colitis Foundation P: 646.864.6781 PO BOX 34238 SAN ANTONIO, TX 78265 TAX EIN: 13-6193105
Swing Fore a Cure - Event Sponsorships The following benefits are included in all Presenting, Title, Platinum, Gold, and Raffle Sponsorships: ü Color logo and website address inclusion on promotional materials and communications (printed and electronic) related to the event. This includes save the date, invitations, event banner, event website, thank you letter, etc. (Inclusion on printed materials is subject to sponsorship being finalized by printing deadlines.) ü Name recognition and/or color logo inclusion in event communications such as social media, e-blasts, and newsletters ü Opportunity to provide a branded item in swag bags ü Company-provided banner displayed at golf course and/or tennis courts ü Verbal mentions and formal verbal thank you during event Presenting Sponsor - $25,000 (Limited to 1 opportunity) Naming rights to the 2018 event and eight additional non-playing dinner guests Three golf or tennis teams (12 total players) Two reserved tables at dinner Table branding opportunity (gift at each dinner setting) Exhibit tables at event check-in and at a hole Check presentation photo submitted to Boerne Star (inclusion subject to newspaper approval) Opportunity to address event attendees during live program in the evening First right of refusal to be the Presenting Sponsor for the 2019 event Name/color logo recognition with hyperlink to business website on event website Half-page color ad in printed event program Table signage recognition at dining tables Prominent color logo inclusion on event banner Logo on all guest swag bags (if committed by August 1, 2018) 12 raffle tickets provided FILLED By Vaelero TITLE Sponsor - $15,000 (Limited to 1 opportunity) Two golf or tennis teams (eight total players) Reserved table at dinner Table branding opportunity (gift at each dinner setting) Exhibit tables at event check-in and at a hole Check presentation photo submitted to Boerne Star (inclusion subject to newspaper approval) Name/color logo recognition with hyperlink to business website on event website Half-page color ad in printed event program Table signage recognition at dining tables Prominent color logo inclusion on event banner 8 raffle tickets provided Additional sponsorship opportunities available as requested Crohn s & Colitis Foundation P: 646.864.6781 PO BOX 34238 SAN ANTONIO, TX 78265 TAX EIN: 13-6193105
Platinum Sponsor - $10,000 (2 opportunities available) Two golf or tennis teams (eight total players) Reserved table at dinner Exhibit table at either event check in or on course/at tennis courts. Name/color logo recognition with hyperlink to business website on event website Half-page color ad in printed event program Large color logo inclusion on event banner 8 raffle tickets provided GOLD Sponsor - $5,000 (4 opportunities available) One golf or tennis team (four total players) Exhibit table at golf course/at tennis courts Name /color logo recognition on event website Quarter-page color ad in printed event program Medium color logo inclusion on event banner 4 raffle tickets provided Swing Fore a Cure - GOLF Sponsorships The following benefits are included in all Golf Sponsorships: ü Name/color logo recognition (if applicable) on event website ü Verbal mentions and formal verbal thank you during event ü Small color logo recognition in printed event program ü Color logo inclusion on promotional materials and communications (printed and electronic) related to the event. This includes event banner, event website, thank you letter etc. (Inclusion on printed materials is subject to sponsorship being finalized by printing deadlines.) ü Name recognition and/or color logo inclusion in event communications such as social media, e- blasts, newsletters Putting Green or Driving Range Sponsor - $3,500 (1 opportunity available FOR EACH) One foursome Putting green or driving range signage with color logo Opportunity to provide cold soft beverages, snacks, and cigars to players Color logo inclusion on event banner and printed on Golf Supertickets Option to have a table and chair at driving range or putting green for company representative to interact with players. Tents for shade not provided, will need to supply your own, if needed Additional sponsorship opportunities available as requested Crohn s & Colitis Foundation P: 646.864.6781 PO BOX 34238 SAN ANTONIO, TX 78265 TAX EIN: 13-6193105
Premium Hole Sponsor - $3,000 (4 opportunities available at Par 5 Holes-1, 6, 10, and 15) One foursome Hole signage with color logo Opportunity to provide cold soft beverages, snacks, and cigars to players Color logo inclusion on event banner Option to have a table and chair at hole for company representative to interact with players. Tents for shade not provided, will need to supply your own, if needed Hole/Green Sponsors - $1,500 (28 opportunities available) One foursome Hole signage with color logo Color logo inclusion on event banner Option to have a table and chair at driving range or putting green for company representative to interact with players. Tents for shade not provided, will need to supply your own, if needed Snack Sponsor - $1,000 (MULTIPLE opportunities available) Company name printed on snack bag tags Swing Fore a Cure - TENNIS Sponsorships The following benefits are included in all Tennis Sponsorships: ü Name/color logo recognition (if applicable) on event website ü Verbal mentions and formal verbal thank you during event ü Small color logo recognition in printed event program ü Color logo inclusion on promotional materials and communications (printed and electronic) related to the event. This includes event banner, event website, thank you letter etc. (Inclusion on printed materials is subject to sponsorship being finalized by printing deadlines.) ü Name recognition and/or color logo inclusion in event communications (social media, e-blasts, newsletters) TENNIS EVENT Sponsor - $2,500 (1 opportunity available) Four player registrations and dinner, with guaranteed option for both pairs to play together Large banner at court entrance with company name or individual name recognition Logo printed on Tennis Supertickets FILLED Premium Court Sponsor - $1,000 Two player registrations and dinner, with guaranteed option for pair to play together Banner on a court with company name or individual name recognition Court Sponsor - $500 One player registration and dinner, cannot choose partner, pairings are done by draw at the event Banner on a court with company name or individual name recognition Additional sponsorship opportunities available as requested Crohn s & Colitis Foundation P: 646.864.6781 PO BOX 34238 SAN ANTONIO, TX 78265 TAX EIN: 13-6193105
Swing Fore a Cure GOLF & TENNIS TOURNAMENT Saturday, September 15, 2018 11:30 a.m. 8:00 p.m. at Fair Oaks Ranch Golf & Country Club Lunch Golf Tennis Cocktail Hour Entertainment Dinner Live & Silent Auction benefiting Yes! Please accept my commitment for one of the following sponsorship or Ticket Levels: Presenting Sponsor - $25,000 Snack Sponsor - $1,000 Title Sponsor - $15,000 Premium Court Sponsor - $1,000 Platinum Sponsor - $10,000 TENNIS Sponsor - $2,500 GOLD Sponsor - $5,000 Court Sponsor - $500 RAFFLE Sponsor - $3,500 Golf Foursome - $600 EARLYBIRD before 8/1/18 - $500 Putting Green or Driving Range Sponsor - $3,500 TENNIS INDIVIDUAL PLAYER - $75 Premium Hole Sponsor - $3,000 DINNER PATRON ONLY - $50 Hole/Green Sponsors - $1,500 Name/Corporation: Contact: (As it should appear in print for team) Address: City: State: Phone: Email: ZIP: r My check for $ made payable to the Crohn s & Colitis Foundation is enclosed. r You may charge my credit card, provided below, on Friday, August 31. r I will provide my credit card via the event website: https://swingforeacure18tx.auction-bid.org. r My check payable to the Crohn s & Colitis Foundation will be received no later than Friday, August 31. MC/Visa/Amex Acct. No.: Exp. Date: Signature: Date: For tax purposes, the Crohn s & Colitis Foundation tax identification number is 13-6193105. Amounts received are deemed unconditional contributions at the time of commitment. r I cannot attend, but wish to make a tax deductible contribution in the amount of $ r Yes, please send a donation acknowledgment to: r Yes, my company matches gifts. Company name: For inclusion in all printed materials, please return by Wednesday, August 15, 2018 to: Crohn s & Colitis Foundation, PO Box 34238, San Antonio, TX 78265 or tspiess@crohnscolitisfoundation.org For further information, contact Theresa Spiess at 646.864.6781 or email tspiess@crohnscolitisfoundation.org CROHN S & COLITIS FOUNDATION P: 646.864.6781 PO BOX 34238 SAN ANTONIO, TX 78265
Swing Fore a Cure GOLF & TENNIS TOURNAMENT Saturday, September 15, 2018 11:30 a.m. 8:00 p.m. at Fair Oaks Ranch Golf & Country Club Lunch Golf Tennis Cocktail Hour Entertainment Dinner Live & Silent Auction benefiting PLAYER Registration See Sponsor benefits for number of players entitled to sponsorships. Main Contact: 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) DINNER Registration (NON-PLAYING GUESTS) See Sponsor benefits for number of dinner guests entitled to sponsorships. 1) 5) 2) 6) 3) 7) 4) 8) The tournament is expected to sell out. Registration will be reserved on a first paid basis. Reservations may be submitted to Swing Fore a Cure Committee members or booked online at https://swingforeacure18tx.auction-bid.org. CROHN S & COLITIS FOUNDATION P: 646.864.6781 PO BOX 34238 SAN ANTONIO, TX 78265