SHARE OUR STRENGTH S TASTE OF THE NATION CHARLOTTE

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1 SHARE OUR STRENGTH S TASTE OF THE NATION CHARLOTTE April 16, SHIP OPPORTUNITIES 100% of ticket sales support Share Our Strength s efforts to end childhood hunger.

2 Share Our Strength s Taste of the Nation is the nation s premier culinary benefit dedicated to making sure no kid in America grows up hungry. Each spring and summer, the nation's hottest chefs and mixologists donate their time, talent and passion at nearly 40 Taste of the Nation events across the United States and Canada, with one goal in mind: to raise the critical funds needed to end childhood hunger in America. Hunger prevents kids from reaching their full potential. It s an epidemic that s threatening America s future. No child should grow up hungry in America, but one in five children struggles with hunger. Share Our Strength s No Kid Hungry campaign is ending childhood hunger in America by ensuring all children get the healthy food they need, every day. Taste of the Nation is supported by National Presenting Sponsor Sysco, national sponsors American Express and Food Network, and in select markets by Emmi Roth USA, Cavit Collection Wines, OpenTable, S.Pellegrino Sparkling Natural Mineral Water and Philadelphia Cream Cheese. Since 1988, Taste of the Nation has raised more than $85 million for Share Our Strength s No Kid Hungry campaign. In Charlotte, Taste of the Nation brings together the finest chefs and restaurants, top corporations and individuals to raise critical funds needed to end childhood hunger in America. This year, our goal is to raise $140,000 to ensure that no child grows up hungry. Childhood Hunger is Solvable The No Kid Hungry campaign connects kids in need to effective nutrition programs like school breakfast and summer meals and teaches lowincome families to cook healthy, affordable meals through Cooking Matters. This work is accomplished through the No Kid Hungry network, made up of private citizens, public officials, nonprofits, business leaders and others providing innovative hunger solutions in their communities. 2

3 TASTE OF THE NATION Charlotte April 16, 2014 Two Wells Fargo Atrium 301 South Tryon Street Charlotte, NC VIP $100 6:00 9:30 p.m. General Admission $75 7:00 9:30 p.m. Taste of the Nation Charlotte is one of the region s hottest and trendforward food and beverage events. Set at the beautiful Wells Fargo Atrium, guests will enjoy tastings from the area s top chefs, restaurants and culinary schools and sample fine wines, beers, and premium spirits, including an entertaining Mixologist Bar. Guests will also enjoy live music and a silent & live auction, including unique dining, items and other experiences. With a VIP ticket, guests join the festivities an hour early to enjoy the great food & drink, plus preview the auction items. VIP guests have exclusive access to the VIP Lounge with plush seating, champagne bar and opulent bites throughout the evening. 750 ATTENDEES In Charlotte, 100% of ticket sales and net proceeds from Taste of the Nation Charlotte, help fund Share Our Strength s No Kid Hungry campaign nationally and in North Carolina, as well as provide funding to Charlotte-based organizations efforts that include the Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina and the Community Culinary School of Charlotte. Share Our Strength is known among our partners as a creative and flexible collaborator for businesses committed to the cause. Partnerships are always customized, scalable, and take into careful consideration the objectives of the partner. Local Beneficiaries: Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina Community Culinary School of Charlotte The No Kid Hungry Campaign We look forward to your feedback and ideas! CONTACT Tom Sasser tom@harpers-rest.com (704) Cathy Baker cathy.baker@aexp.com (800)

4 ATTENDEE DEMOGRAPHICS Taste of the Nation presents its sponsors the opportunity to engage affluent, well-educated, charityminded individuals, as well as entertain key clients and stakeholders in a fun and dynamic environment. Cash and in-kind sponsorships underwrite all event costs. With your support, we can help ensure no child in grows up hungry. LEVEL CULINARY INNOVATOR $25,000 BENEFITS Prominent recognition on website, in printed materials, press releases, ad media, and evening materials Local Host designation on Share Our Strength website Premium placement of logo on evening banners Premium placement in evening s Video Scroll Opportunity to include item in VIP favor bag 20 VIP tickets and 10 General Admission tickets HIGH INCOME: 50% with household income > $100,000 WELL EDUCATED: 35% Master s/doctoral/law Degree FREQUENT DINERS: 42% eat out 2-5 times per month. SOCIALLY AWARE: 96% reported awareness of the impact of ticket sales on Share Our Strength s mission. Survey data from Taste of the Nation online ticket purchasers in select cities conducted by Share Our Strength from March - October SILVER PLATTER $15,000 CHEF de CUISINE $10,000 PREMIER AUCTION $10,000 Highlighted recognition on website, in printed materials, press releases, ad media, and evening materials Highlighted placement of logo on evening banners Highlighted placement in evening s Video Scroll Opportunity to include item in VIP favor bag 16 VIP tickets and 10 General Admission tickets Notable recognition on website, in printed materials, press releases, ad media, and evening materials Notable placement of logo on evening banners Notable placement in evening s Video Scroll 12 VIP tickets and 6 General Admission Tickets Notable recognition on website, in printed materials, press releases, ad media, and evening materials Prominent signage throughout Hall Notable placement in evening s Video Scroll Opportunity to include item in VIP favor bag 12 VIP tickets and 6 General Admission Tickets 4

5 HUNGER AT A GLANCE 27% of kids in North Carolina struggle with hunger. 673,000 low-income children in North Carolina receive free or reduced-price school lunch. The Problem All of these kids are eligible for other critical meals, but too many are missing out. Only 52% of children eating free or reduced-price school lunch are getting school breakfast. Only 12% of children eating free or reduced-price school lunch are getting summer meals. LEVEL MAÎTRE d $5,000 FOOD ARTISAN $2,500 BENEFITS Highlighted recognition in select printed materials and event materials Logo placement on evening banners Logo placement in evening s Video Scroll 8 VIP Tickets and 6 General Admission Tickets Sponsorship recognition in select printed materials and event materials Logo placement on evening banners Logo placement in evening s Video Scroll 6 VIP Tickets and 4 General Admission Tickets RESTAURANT BOOTH $1,000 Sponsorship recognition in select printed materials and event materials Featured as sponsor for one participating restaurant 4 VIP tickets and 2 General Admission tickets Our Impact in North Carolina Since 2011, the No Kid Hungry network has helped bring more than 34 million additional meals to kids who need them and created ways to replicate that success throughout the country. HOME GROWN $500 Provides one week s worth of groceries for a family in need! Sponsorship designation on select promotional materials, including event book 2 VIP tickets In North Carolina, the No Kid Hungry campaign is focused on expanding access to school breakfast and free meals in the summer. The campaign has also empowered more than 2,300 North Carolina families with the skills, knowledge and confidence to prepare healthy, affordable meals through Cooking Matters. Live and Donations The Taste of the Nation Charlotte Live and s are not to be missed! If you are interested in donating goods, gift certificates, classes, and more to this event, please contact Auction Chair, Allison Stanley. Allison Stanley allison.stanley@goxd.com (704)

6 Share Our Strength s Taste of the Nation Charlotte 2014 Sponsorship Form 100% of ticket sales support Share Our Strength s efforts to end childhood hunger Business Name: Contact Name: Phone Number: Fax Number: Authorized by: Yes! We would like to be a corporate sponsor this year! $25,000 Culinary Innovator Sponsor $15,000 Silver Platter Sponsor $10,000 Chef de Cuisine Sponsor $10,000 Premier Auction Sponsor $ 5,000 Maître d Sponsor $ 2,500 Food Artisan Sponsor $ 1,000 Restaurant Booth Sponsor $ 500 Home Grown Sponsor I wish to make a gift of $ We are interested in participating and want more information. We would like to make an in-kind donation. We would like to donate auction items. Donation mailed on / /. Auction item contact: We do not wish to participate this year. Please mail of fax this form to: Tom Sasser TON Charlotte Harper s Restaurant Group 1111 Metropolitan Ave., #725 Charlotte, NC Phone: Fax: tom@harpers-rest.com