About Best Buddies
The foundation of Best Buddies is to establish a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, inclusive living, and family support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)
About Champion of the Year
Best Buddies Champion of the Year is a competitive fundraising
campaign that unites and recognizes leaders of inclusion in local communities nationwide
Champion Nomination
Champion Candidates commit to raising funds and awareness for Best Buddies throughout their campaign Our Champions advocate for the Best Buddies mission and will generate
countless opportunities for friendships, jobs, and leadership development At the Best Buddies Champion of the Year celebration, we honor the Champions’ collective impact and name the ultimate Champion of the Year!
Nominee Commitment
Submit a signed Nomination Acceptance Form
Attend the Candidate Training on Zoom on August 8
Attend the Champion Kickoff Party on August 22
Attend the mid-campaign celebration on September 26
Attend the Champion of the Year Gala on November 1
Raise at least $3,000 for Best Buddies during the campaign
Be creative, have fun, and bring the Best Buddies to new audiences!
Nominee Benefits
Recognition in marketing materials
Recognition at the Kickoff Party and Gala Event Invitations for five
guests to attend the Kickoff Party
Two tickets to The Champion of the Year Gala
Recognition Plaque
Join the Circle of Champions
Bring the Best Buddies mission to new audiences!
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I G N A T U R E S P O N S O R $ 2 5 , 0 0 0 + ( O n e A v a i l a b l e )
As the Signature Sponsor, you will receive
Pre-Event
A dedicated social media post announcing you as the Signature Sponsor on the Best Buddies in Ohio Instagram and Facebook pages with more than 4,000 followers
Your logo, organization, or name listed as the Signature Sponsor on event marketing, including the website, e-mails, physical save the date and official invitation mailings, social media, and any press that may be associated with the event
The opportunity to speak at the Kickoff Party on August 22 with special recognition with special recognition
Link to company website from the event website Event Day
Priority seating for twenty (20) guests at two tables
The opportunity to order complimentary wine to have delivered to your tables (The wine must be ordered by 10/10 )
Prominent display of logo/organization/name throughout the event, including a 45-second video spot highlighting your company, organization, or family during the event program
The opportunity to speak during the event program
The opportunity to provide branded centerpieces on tables
Post Event
The opportunity for a dedicated thank you email from the Title Sponsor to event registrants (Must be sent from Best Buddies, no later than two months after the event Content is subject to approval by Best Buddies Must be suitable for attendees under the age of 18 )
The opportunity to co-host one Best Buddies Citizens event in Cuyahoga County These are social events for adult
Best Buddies Friendship participants
Your logo/organization/name listed on the ‘Thank You’ e-mail blast
Your logo/organization/name listed on the Champion of the Year: Cleveland website for five months after the event
As a Presenting Sponsor, you will receive
Pre-Event
Your logo, organization, or name listed as a Presenting Sponsor on event marketing, including the website, e-mails, physical save the date and official invitation mailings, social media, and any press that may be associated with the event
Link to company website from the event website
Event Day
Seating for 16 guests at two tables
The opportunity to attend the Kickoff Party on August 22 with special recognition with special recognition
Logo/organization/name listed on all event sigange
Prominent feature on the mobile bidding website
The opportunity to order complimentary wine to have delivered to your tables (The wine must be ordered by 10/10 )
Your name mentioned during event remarks, and your logo included in the digital presentation during the event
The opportunity to select one area of the event to be featured Select from (1) branded cocktail napkins at the two open bars, (2) branded light-up bracelets for donors at the event, (3) branded mint tins to go in cars at valet, (4) brand one activity at the event such as friendship bracelet station (at donor’s cost), or (5) special recognition as the official auctioneer sponsor
Post Event
Your logo/organization/name listed on the ‘Thank You’ e-mail blast Your logo/organization/name listed on the Champion of the Year: Cleveland website for five months after the event P R E S E N T I N G S P O N S O R $ 1 0 , 0 0 0 + ( F i v e A v a i l a b l e ) S p e c i a l n o t e f o r a l l P a r t n e r s . . .
D o n a t e a n a u c t i o n i t e m t h a t y o u m a y a l r e a d y h a v e !
D o y o u o r y o u r c o m p a n y h a v e a s u i t e f o r a s p o r t i n g e v e n t ?
T i c k e t s t o P l a y h o u s e S q u a r e ? V a c a t i o n h o m e i n F l o r i d a ?
I n c l u d e t h e m i n y o u r d o n a t i o n f o r a d d i t i o n a l r e c o g n i t i o n .
As a Leadership Sponsor, you will receive
Pre-Event
The opportunity to attend the Kickoff Party on August 22
Link to company website from the event website
Event Day
Seating for 16 guests at two tables
Your name listed as a Leadership Sponsor on event marketing, including the website, e-mails, physical save-the-date and official invitation mailings, social media, and any press that may be associated with the event
Logo/organization/name listed on all event sigange
Prominent feature on the mobile bidding website
Post Event
The opportunity to order complimentary wine to have delivered to your tables (The wine must be ordered by 10/10 )
Your name mentioned during event remarks, and your logo included in the digital presentation during the event
Your logo/organization/name listed on the ‘Thank You’ e-mail blast
Your logo/organization/name listed on the Champion of the Year: Cleveland website for five months after the event
