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Answer the Call... Make a Difference! Dear Friends, The 9th Annual Duck Classic is set for December 8th and 9th. The success of this event is credited largely to our sponsors, who lend their names and financial support to the event. The money we raise each year goes to support the programs of our foundation, and this year’s goal is $300,000. By participating as a sponsor, your organization will benefit from extended exposure through media campaigns and promotional efforts directed toward the supporters of Duck Classic. Don’t miss out on this opportunity for your company as well as the chance to help individuals in need in our community. We have several levels of sponsorship, as detailed in the enclosed sponsorship booklet. You can select the level of participation that best meets your needs, and be secure in
the knowledge that your sponsorship dollars will be used to help NEA Baptist Charitable Foundation fund our programs. We currently support 5 programs: ShareHope, Medicine Assistance Program, Center for Healthy Children, HopeCircle, and Wellness Works. We're counting on your support, and will be happy to answer any questions you may have. Please return your sponsorship commitment form by fax (870)932.3608 or mail (P.O. Box 1960 – Jonesboro, AR 72403).Thank you in advance for your willingness to support the efforts of NEA Baptist Charitable Foundation and make a difference in our community.
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Sponsorship Opportunities Mallard Sponsorship $10,000
Widgeon Sponsorship $2,500
• Company logo on event banner & signs at banquet & check-in
• Company logo on event banner & signs at banquet & check-in
Items/Raffles to Sponsor for the donation of: • Banquet Dinner – $8,000
• Logo in program
• Company name in program
• Hunter Gifts – $5,000
• Company name and logo in media advertisements and announcements
• Name in announcements
• Card Draw Raffle – $2,000
• Company name on web site
• Field Package Raffle – $1,000
• Logo on scorecard
• 4 reserved seats at Duck Classic Banquet
• Youth Package Raffle – $1,000
• Company logo on web site
• Ladies Package Raffle – $1,000
• Priority seating for 8 at Duck Classic Banquet
Teal Sponsorship $1,000
• Kid’s Live Auction Item – $500
• Company name on signs at banquet and check-in
• Silent Auction Item – $250
Pintail Sponsorship $5,000
• Company name in program
• Company logo on event banner & signs at banquet & check-in
• Name in announcements
• Company logo in program
To become a sponsor contact:
• Company name on web site • 4 tickets to Duck Classic Banquet
• Company name and logo in media advertisements and announcements • Company logo on web site • 8 reserved seats at Duck Classic Banquet
Kim Provost Director of Fundraising and Events
Foundation Friend $100 - $500 • Company name in program
All sponsors will receive: Opportunity for items in goody bags and company recognition at Board of Directors meetings for NEA Baptist Charitable Foundation and NEA Baptist Clinic.
870.336.1421 kim.provost@neabaptistclinic.com
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Over 1,000 people migrate to Duck Classic from all over the United States
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With 10 states and 16 counties in Arkansas represented, Duck Classic has grown into much more than a regional event. Participants “fly-in� from a wide area to take part in this unique event!
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Over 1,000 people at the banquet from a 10-state area enjoyed food, 14 raffles, a huge silent auction and an exciting live auction filled with hunts, trips, guns, jewelry and more. The grandest raffle of all includes a customized hunting truck, guns and more with only 425 tickets sold. Duck Classic started in 2003 with only 10 teams, this tremendously popular event had 30 teams in 2010.
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During the hunt, teams are led by a guide to premiere duck blinds throughout Northeast Arkansas. Then at hunter check-in, ducks are tallied and displayed. In addition to special hunter gifts, 1st place winners receive beautiful trophies and shot guns. Prizes are also awarded for 2nd and 3rd place.
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100% of the proceeds from Duck Classic Support Our Programs NEA Baptist Charitable Foundation was formed in 2001 by the physicians of NEA Baptist Clinic as an organized way of giving back to the community they serve. The Charitable Foundation's mission is to help change lives through the programs and services it supports in Northeast Arkansas. The Foundation, through your generous gifts, touches every community member and every corner of Northeast Arkansas. All of the NEA Baptist Charitable Foundation’s programs are supported by fund-raising events, grants and contributions and provided FREE.
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