8 th Annual KidSport Charity Golf Classic Sponsorship Package
The Event On August 29, 2013 KidSport will host the 8th Annual KidSport Charity Golf Classic in support of the KidSport program in Ontario. Participants are invited to join us for an afternoon of golf followed by dinner and a live and silent auction, taking place early in the evening. Further, you can look forward to winning great prizes with contests and giveaways throughout the day. Last year s golf classic raised over $70,000 for underserviced kids to play sport in Ontario!
The Event Itinerary Date August 29, 2013 Details Registration: 10:30 1:00pm Golf: 1:30 6:30pm Cocktail Reception: 6:30 7:15pm Dinner & Auction: 7:15 9:30pm Location Angus Glen Golf Club - 10080 Kennedy Road, Markham, ON L6C 1N9 Details 18 holes of championship golf South Course BBQ lunch Entertaining on-course activities Cocktail reception Live music Gourmet dinner Evening Entertainment by emcee Participants Details 144 Golfers 175 Dinner and auction participants $1,400 per foursome $350 per individual Dinner & Auction only - $75.00 per person
The Opportunity This is to invite you to become a supporter of the 8th Annual KidSport Charity Golf Classic. The Classic is an annual signature event for KidSport in Ontario. The KidSport Charity Golf Classic is designed to be a premiere fundraising golf tournament and charity auction. Our goal in 2013 is to raise $100,000.00 in support of KidSport. Sponsorship of this event offers the opportunity to: Develop an association with an important cause and respected organization; Host key clients in a fun and relaxed setting; Network with leaders in the business community and sport industry; Showcase your product/brand to a desirable target audience; Enhance your community investment program. This package outlines numerous levels of sponsorship and related benefits. (Importantly, it can be further customized to meet your specific marketing needs.) We offer four key ways for corporations to get involved: sponsorship, gifts-in-kind, corporate foursomes, and donations.
Marketing Strategy This year, we will implement an effective marketing and public relations program to generate awareness and interest in the Classic. We will create a targeted marketing program which includes the following tactics: Pre and post tournament online newsletter feature Official web page on the KidSport site dedicated to the tournament Social media presence to create buzz Email campaign to our extensive database of supporters and stakeholders Media alert and press release around the tournament Sponsor directed communications and promotions (e.g. company/employee newsletters, etc.) On site signage on the course and in the facilities
Sponsor Position Summary Sponsorship positions and fees are outlined as follows: Presenting Sponsor $15,000 Host Sponsor $12,500 Course Sponsor $10,000 Dinner Sponsor $ 7,500 Lunch Sponsor $ 5,000 Player Gift Sponsor $ 5,000 Cocktail Reception Sponsor $ 3,500 Trivia Challenge (18 Holes) $ 2,500 Golf Cart Sponsor (72 Carts) $ 2,500 On-Course Contest/Activity Sponsor $ 1,000 Hole Sponsors (18) $ 500 Product/Cash donation for silent auction
Presenting Sponsorship Official designation in the event name as the Presenting Sponsor Category Exclusivity Opportunity to address audience at the podium Right to promote sponsorship designation & use the KidSport logo Right to develop a relevant cause-marketing program Hospitality 3 Foursomes Corporate Logo/ Name as Presenting Sponsor in all Classic promotional materials: Save the Date communication to entire organization s database Social media Facebook & Twitter Golfer confirmation email Sponsor Listing in event Program High profile recognition on On-site and on course Signage Full page advertisement in the Event Program Product placement during the event (to be determined, if appropriate) Opportunity to have logo on premium product Fee:$15,000
Host Sponsorship Official designation as the Host of the event Category exclusivity Right to promote sponsorship designation & use the KidSport logo Hospitality 2 Foursomes Recognition in all Marketing and Promotional Materials, including, but not limited to: Save the Date communication to entire organization s database Social media Facebook & Twitter Golfer confirmation email Sponsor Listing in event Program Sponsor Boards News Releases & Media Advisories Prominent signage on course Full page advertisement in the Event Program Product placement during the event (to be determined, if appropriate) Opportunity to have logo on premium product Fee:$12,500
Course Sponsorship Official designation as the Course Sponsor Right to promote sponsorship designation & use the KidSport logo Hospitality 1 Foursome Corporate logo recognition in Marketing and Promotional Materials, including, but not limited to: Social media Facebook & Twitter Golfer confirmation email Sponsor Listing in event Program Recognition on On-site Signage including: Sponsor Boards On course signage Half-page Ad in the event Program Opportunity to contribute items for the Player Gift Bags Fee:$10,000
Dinner Sponsorship Official designation as a Supporting Sponsor Right to promote sponsorship designation & use the KidSport logo Hospitality 1 Foursome Recognition in Marketing and Promotional Materials, including, but not limited to: Social media Facebook & Twitter Golfer confirmation email Sponsor Listing in event Program Recognition on On-site Signage including: Sponsor Boards On course signage Half-page Ad in the event Program Opportunity to contribute items for the Player Gift Bags Fee:$7,500
Lunch Sponsorship Official designation as the Lunch Sponsor Right to promote sponsorship designation & use the KidSport logo Hospitality 1 Foursome Recognition in Marketing and Promotional Materials, including: Social media Facebook & Twitter Golfer confirmation email Sponsor Listing in event Program Recognition on On-site Signage including: Sponsor Boards On course signage Half page advertisement in the Event Program Opportunity to contribute items for the Player Gift Bags Fee:$5,000
Official Player Gift Sponsorship Official designation as the Player Gift Sponsor Right to promote sponsorship designation & use the KidSport logo Hospitality 1 Twosome Recognition in Marketing and Promotional Materials, including, but not limited to: Social media Facebook & Twitter Golfer confirmation email Sponsor Listing in event Program Recognition on On-site Signage including: Sponsor Boards Tee block signage Quarter-page Ad in the event Program Fee: $5,000 (in-kind)
Cocktail Reception Sponsorship Official designation as the Cocktail Reception Sponsor Right to promote sponsorship designation & use the KidSport logo Hospitality 2 Dinner Tickets Tickets to hole trivia Recognition in Marketing and Promotional Materials, including, but not limited to: Social media Facebook & Twitter Golfer confirmation email Sponsor Listing in event Program Recognition on On-site Signage including: Sponsor Boards Tent Cards (in designated area) Opportunity to contribute items for the Player Gift Bags Fee: $3,500
Hole Trivia Sponsorship Official designation as the Hole Trivia sponsor Right to promote sponsorship designation & use the KidSport logo Attend the pre-cocktail reception with our KidSport celebrities and other top supporters Hospitality 1 Twosome Recognition in Marketing and Promotional Materials, including, but not limited to: Social media Facebook & Twitter Golfer confirmation email Business card size ad space Recognition on On-site Signage including: Sponsor Boards Recognition on trivia signage on each hole Opportunity to contribute items for the Player Gift Bags Fee: $2,500
Golf Cart Sponsorship Official designation as the Golf Cart sponsor Right to promote sponsorship designation & use the KidSport logo Attend the pre-cocktail reception with our KidSport celebrities and other top supporters Hospitality 2 Dinner Tickets Recognition in Marketing and Promotional Materials, including, but not limited to: Social media Facebook & Twitter Golfer confirmation email Sponsor Listing & Event Program Business card size ad space Recognition on On-site Signage including: Sponsor Boards Recognition on trivia signage on each hole Opportunity to contribute items for the Player Gift Bags Fee: $2,500
On-Course Activities Sponsorship Official designation as a on-course activities sponsor Right to promote sponsorship designation & use the KidSport logo Hospitality 2 Dinner Tickets Recognition in Marketing and Promotional Materials, including, but not limited to: Social media Facebook & Twitter Golfer confirmation email Sponsor Listing in event Program Recognition on On-site Signage including: Sponsor Boards Sign at designated hole On course signage Opportunity to contribute items for the Player Gift Bags Fee: $1,000
Hole Sponsorship x 18 Official designation as a Hole Sponsor Recognition in Marketing and Promotional Materials, including, but not limited to: Sponsor Listing in event Program Recognition on On-site Signage including: Sponsor Boards Banner signage at designated hole (provided by sponsor) Tee block signage Opportunity to contribute items for the Player Gift Bags Fee: $500
Request For Product And/or Cash Donation Donation Use: Your product and/or cash donation will be used in the Golf Classic exclusive silent auction event. Your Recognition: Your organization will receive the following recognition for your kind support: A KidSport Ontario donor recognition package, including a charitable income tax receipt (if requested). Recognition as a donor on the KidSport Ontario official website (www.kidsportcanada.ca/ontario) Recognition as a donor on KidSport Ontario social media Recognition as a donor on the event program and all signage at the silent auction Your Impact: This product donation will be used to raise money that will directly help under-serviced children and youth take part in sport activities.
KidSport is About Kids Success is measured by the number of children who have been helped as a result of KidSport s initiatives. About Fun The primary goal of children s sport programming is that each child should have so much fun that they can t wait to play again next season! About the Future All kids should be given the opportunity to develop healthy lifestyles, no matter the financial, physical or language barriers that may exist! Staying physically active helps encourage children to maintain healthy habits throughout their whole lives. The challenges that come with playing sports also teach children valuable life lessons and skills including leadership, practice, hard work, dedication and self confidence.
KidSport s Impact Since 1993, over half a million under resourced Canadian kids have been provided with the means to pursue their passion in sport In 2012, over 50,000 kids who otherwise would not have had the opportunity to play were assisted Every child that KidSport funds is another participant in a local sport club/program The program continues to grow in Ontario In 2012, over 2,600 Ontario kids received grants totalling more than $500,000 Compared to just over 1,600 kids helped in 2009, totalling just over $200,000 Additionally, over 5,000 kids are introduced to local sport opportunities and KS each year Long term athlete development (LTAD) making it a reality for all kids in the province
If you are interested in becoming a sponsor or donor of the 8 th Annual KidSport Charity Golf Classic or have any questions please contact: David Carr-Harris Manager, KidSport Ontario 3 Concorde Gate, Suite 313 Toronto, ON M3C 3N7 416-426-7133 davidc@kidsportcanada.ca OR Dawn MacDonald Chair KidSport Charity Golf Classic Committee 19 River Street, Suite 101 Toronto, ON M5A 3P1 416-885-1884 thedcgroup@sympatico.ca