INVESTING IN THE LIVES OF YOUNG WOMEN 2015 SPONSORSHIP & ITEM DONATION OPPORTUNITIES

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1 INVESTING IN THE LIVES OF YOUNG WOMEN 2015 SPONSORSHIP & ITEM DONATION OPPORTUNITIES YOUR INVESTMENT MATTERS: 100% of parents report that Y-WE helps their daughters learn from positive adult role models. 99% of youth and mentors say Y-WE programs are free from the bullying and violence that is usually present in all-girl environments. 98% of parents report that Y-WE Improves their daughter s self- confidence. 97% of youth report that Y-WE taught them to appreciate diversity and no longer fear people from different backgrounds. 92% of alumni credit Y-WE s influence with their achievement of college and career success. 80% of Y-WE youth are women of color. 90% of Y-WE youth are from low-income families 85% of Americans have a more positive image of a company when it supports a good cause

2 ABOUT Y-WE Young Women Empowered started in 2010 with the aim of changing the lives of young women and girls in the Pacific Northwest, by investing in their education, goals, and successes. We ignite positive change in our communities through girls leadership. About our programs: Since our inception, our programs have doubled, serving over 400 girls and women annually. Y-WE nurtures strong, confident, and service-minded leaders. We do this by building positive relationships with adult mentors and peers; teaching college and career skills; engaging girls in service projects; and providing a social justice education. Vision for the future: We envision a world where all girls, regardless of race or socioeconomic background, have the opportunities and resources to succeed and achieve their goals. ABOUT OUR GIRLS Young Women Empowered serves women and girls throughout the Northwest Region, from Shoreline to SeaTac, Bainbridge to Bellevue. Our participants represent the vast diversity of race, language, socioeconomics & cultures. This diversity gives way to life-long friendships with peers and mentors; a greater collective impact on our community; and a sense of global citizenship that will support the girls' success in their colleges and careers. Young Women Empowered 2015 Sponsorship Information Packet 2

3 FUNDRAISING EVENTS 2015 IGNITE Dinner February 26th 2015 Sodo Park Keystone fundraising event featuring a night of delicious eats, performances by program participants, music, and a unique opportunity to connect with program participants, and over 300 key organizational stakeholders. Y-WE Speak Performance March 14 th 2015 Seattle Rep Theater Want to celebrate the power of young women s voices? This inspiring performance takes place on the Seattle Rep s Leo K Stage for 280 guests and features the real stories of young women leaders who are changing our world! Career Day April 11 th 2015 Denny Middle School Help unleash the next generation of women leaders. A College and Career exploration at heart, this event provides an intimate opportunity for 250 young women and girls to connect with leaders in dozens of professions. WHY SPONSOR US? OVER 800 EVENT ATTENDEES Web, Social Media and Print publicity for all events. Verbal recognition during the program. CORPORATE GIVING IS GOOD FOR BUSINESS 85% of Americans have a more positive image of a product or company when it supports a good cause. 89% of Americans say it is important that business, government and nonprofits collaborate to solve pressing social issues. 79% of Americans say they would likely switch from one brand to another if the other brand is associated with a good cause Cone Corporate Citizenship Study Young Women Empowered 2015 Sponsorship Information Packet 3

4 Corporate Sponsorship Levels and Benefits There are 3 opportunities for supporting Young Women Empowered (Y- WE) as a Corporate Sponsor: Ignite Dinner, Y- WE Speak Performance, & Career Day. Each of the opportunities will enable your company to invest in Y- WE AND draw attention to the social consciousness of your business. These corporate sponsorship options also: Let you choose the level that best fits your company s philanthropic needs and target audience Place your name before philanthropists, business leaders, youth workers, teachers, and mentors Offer networking opportunities and branding exposure Highlight your company s commitment to cultural diversity, youth, and women Align your business with a Northwest nonprofit that is receiving statewide & national acclaim Market your products/services to Y- WE youth, families, donors, mentors and community TITLE SPONSOR (FOR ALL 3 EVENTS) $10,000 8 tickets to at all three events 8 tickets to Y- WE Speak performance at Seattle Repertory Theatre March 14th 2015 Invitations to VIP events with Y- WE s top donors throughout the year Logo on all event materials, event website, and verbal recognition at all 3 events Logo featured on Y- WE Home- page & supporters page all year Name and Logo featured on invitations & social media platforms (1500 subscribers) ¼ page ad of your choice event programs for all 3 events CATALYST $5,000 8 tickets to sponsoring event 8 tickets to Y- WE Speak performance at Seattle Repertory Theatre March 14th 2015 Invitations to VIP events with Y- WE s top donors throughout the year Logo on event program, event website, verbal mention at sponsoring event Logo featured on Y- WE home- page & supporters page for 6 months Name and Logo featured on event invitations & social media platforms (1500 subscribers) ¼ page add of your choice on program for sponsoring event VISIONARY $2,500 6 tickets to sponsoring event 6 tickets to Y- WE Speak performance at Seattle Repertory Theatre March 14th 2015 Logo on event program, event website, verbal mention at sponsoring event Logo featured on Y- WE home- page & supporters page for 3 months Name and Logo featured on event invitations & social media platforms (1500 subscribers) PARTNER $ tickets to sponsoring event & 4 tickets to Y- WE Speak show at Seattle Rep on March 14th 2015 Logo on event program, event website, verbal mention at sponsoring event Logo featured on supporters page of website for 3 months Name featured on event invitations & social media platforms (1500 subscribers) ADVOCATE $250 - $500 2 tickets to sponsoring event & 2 tickets to Y- WE Speak show at Seattle Rep on March 14th 2015 Name on event program and event website Name featured on supporters page of website for 3 months Name featured on event invitations (1000 subscribers) Young Women Empowered 2015 Sponsorship Information Packet 4

5 Auction Item Donation Sample Packages and Benefits Businesses that donate items for our event auctions, raffles, and gift bags are provided with significant recognition at the corresponding event. Donating an item or package will enable your company to invest in Y- WE AND draw attention to the social consciousness of your business. Product Donation Benefits Include (For items with a value of $250+): 2 tickets to sponsoring event 2 tickets to Y- WE Speak at Seattle Rep on March 14 th 2015 Name on event program and event website Name featured on supporters page of website for 3 months Name featured on event invitations (1000 subscribers) Opportunity to include a coupon in event programs (250 programs). Sample Packages for Auction: Getaway Package at a Hotel: including 1 night stay, breakfast, & in- room movie. Date Night Package: Includes gift certificates to 3 restaurants, gift certificates to a movie theater, and a couples massage certificate. Wine- Lovers Package: Includes 2 delectable bottles of wine, a certificate for a winery tour and tasting, and a basket of wine- pairing treats such as chocolates, cheeses, nuts, etc. Wellness Package: Includes a 1- year membership to an athletic club, a massage certificate, a yoga class certificate, a CSA sampler from a local farm, and a basket of wellness goodies such as lotions, soaps, etc. Technology Package: Smart phone & case, a certificate to a technology store, gaming equipment, a tablet Sample Items of Gift Bags and Raffles: Chocolates Candles Coupons Coffee and/or Tea Lotions, Soaps, etc. Office Supplies Mugs T- Shirts Business Swag In- Kind Donation Items Needed for the Ignite Dinner on February 6 th (200 Guests): Appetizer platters Desserts such as mini cupcakes, pastries, cookies, brownies, etc. 4 cases of Wine 3 cases of Beer 4 cases of Soda & sparkling water Fire- Themed Décor & Gift- Bag Materials Grocery & General Store Gift Cards Flowers 5

6 SPONSORSHIP & AUCTION ITEM FORMS Yes, I would like to sponsor Young Women Empowered and invest in girls leadership. Visit this link to fill out the Sponsorship form: Yes, I would like to make a tax-deductible donation or in-kind donation for the auction. Visit this link to fill out the in-kind donation form: Please check a box for the sponsorship level at which you would like to contribute or describe your auction/in-kind item and value: TITLE SPONSOR $10,000 8 tickets for all 3 events, logo on all event materials, website, and verbal recognition CATALYST $5,000 8 tickets for sponsoring event, logo on event materials, event signage and verbal recognition VISIONARY $2,500 6 general admission tickets, company name on event materials and verbal recognition PARTNER $ general admission tickets, company name on website and verbal recognition ADVOCATE $250 - $500 (specify amount) 2 general admission tickets and verbal recognition IN-KIND/AUCTION ITEM DESCRIPTION: ITEM VALUE: $ Please check a box for the event you would like to sponsor: Ignite February 2015 Y-WE Speak Show March 2015 Career Day April 2015 All (Indicate how you want your gift divided among events) Business Name: Contact Name: Phone: Fax: Please return completed form, along with your organization s logo, and a check made out to Young Women Empowered Attn: Arlene Martinez th Ave. South Kirkland, WA For more information, contact Arlene Martinez-Vazquez at or development@y-we.org YOUNG WOMEN EMPOWERED Young Women Empowered 2015 Sponsorship Information Packet 6

7 General Information 2015 Our Mission: 2015 marks Young Women Empowered s 5 th year of changing lives by mentoring young women to conquer personal challenges, set goals for their future, and achieve college and career success, and make positive changes in their communities. Y- WE empowers young women from diverse backgrounds to step up as leaders in their schools, communities, and the world. Whom We Serve: Y-WE provides life skills and mentorship for girls in the greater Seattle area. We serve girls, 8 th grade- 12 th grade, and mentors, ages % of the girls and 60% of the adults are women of color, over 70% of the girls are from immigrant communities. Most of the program participants are from low-income families and cannot afford tuition for enrichment programs. Our youth and mentors also represent a myriad of family, sexual orientation, religious, political, and educational backgrounds. Program Impact: Y-WE girls work with their mentors to apply for college, jobs, and organize service projects. They receive over 100 hours of mentorship, which improves their academic achievement, self-confidence, public speaking, & leadership skills. Statistics show that the number one way to improve the world is to invest in young women; girls reinvest 90% of the resources back into their communities. Program Growth: In just 4 years, Y-WE has grown from serving 40 girls each year to serving over 400! Our budget has grown from only $30,000/year to $400,000/year to fund the increasing demand for our services. Currently there are more girls and mentors vying to enroll in Y-WE than we can accommodate. This means we are at an exciting point in our development where we must raise more funds and offer more programs! On February 26 th 2015, we will host a dinner, auction, and entertainment fundraiser for 300 of our major supporters. Our goal is to raise $200,000 at the event. What we need: Y-WE is seeking cash sponsors, auction items & donations of appetizers, desserts, wine, beer, soda and grocery gift cards for our Ignite Dinner. Benefits of making a donation to your business: All donations are tax deductible and your business will receive recognition on all our web, social media, and event materials. You will also receive tickets to join us for the dinner. Participants Mentors Volunteers Staff Thank you for considering this investment in the power of young women! SAMPL ES OF Young Women Empowered 2014 Sponsorship Information Packet 7

8 SPONSORSHIP RECOGNITION ON PAST Y-WE EVENT PROGRAMS Young Women Empowered 2015 Sponsorship Information Packet 8