MS on the Move Luncheon 2015 | Sponsorship Opportunities

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

September 17, 2015 NEW Location!

Westin Downtown Denver 1672 Lawrence St • Denver, CO 80202

Moving lives forward one plate at a time!

We are a collective of passionate individuals who want to do something about MS now – to move together toward a world free of multiple sclerosis. Join us as we come together in support of the 100,000 people affected by MS in our community.

Network with Denver’s business and philanthropic community and be inspired by extraordinary speakers

whose lives have been affected by this unpredictable disease. Your contributions at the MS on the Move Luncheon move lives forward by funding vital research aimed at stopping disease progression, restoring lost function and ending MS forever.

This fundraising event is more than just lunch. Dining with us is hope for more than 14,000 people living with MS in Colorado and Wyoming.

Sponsor This Event

Become a Table Captain:

The benefits of becoming involved in the MS on the Move Luncheon go beyond supporting the Society.

You don’t need to own a business to have an impact.

• Enhance your company’s image Research shows that companies that are active in their community have an improved public image resulting in stronger customer loyalty and retention and a healthier bottom line.

• Reach your target audience Connect with more than 500 Denver area professionals, corporate leaders and entrepreneurs.

• Have a significant impact The estimated value of a sponsorship is far greater than the monetary investment.

In 2014 the Colorado-Wyoming Chapter made its largest contribution to Society research—$1.7 million.

We delivered a wide range of quality services to everyone affected by MS in our two states. The Chapter remains resolute and well positioned to optimize opportunities to continue to help people with multiple sclerosis live their best lives.

• Set your company apart People buy products from businesses that reflect their values. Your investment will strengthen your brand and distinguish you from your competitors in a compelling and meaningful way.

Join a group of elite and dedicated corporate partners.

Past sponsors of the MS on the Move Luncheon include: Towers Watson, Colorado Business Bank, EFL Associates, Blue Wolf, Fifth Third Bank, and more.

Purchase a ticket or table and invite 9 guests to join you to learn more about MS and the National MS Society’s mission. Tickets are $125, $95 of which is tax-deductible. Family, friends, neighbors and work colleagues make excellent potential guests.

Invitations made simple: We have several tools available to help you invite your guests including e-mails, letters and phone scripts. When your guests have committed to joining you, please provide a list of names with contact information to Kyle Staarmann at kyle.staarmann@nmss.org or 303-698-5446.

We will send each person an invitation with registration information. Guests can also register online at www.blacktiecolorado.com/rsvp enter event code: MSC917 Be a part of something big: 84% of every dollar raised through the Chapter’s fundraising efforts goes to local programs, services, and worldwide research.

For more information contact Kyle Staarmann at kyle.staarmann@nmss.org or 303-698-5446

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Logo recognition on the event invitation (Deadline July 15)

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Name recognition on the event invitation (Deadline July 15)

$1,500 – Bronze

One table of 10 with name recognition

$2,500 – Silver

$5,000 – Gold

What is included with your sponsorship?

$7,500 – Award Sponsor 1 Available SOLD

$10,000 – Presenting 1 Available

Sponsorship Benefits

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Logo recognition in the day-of-event program and Powerpoint (Deadline August 15)

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Name recognition in the day-of-event program and Powerpoint (Deadline August 15)

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Advertisement in day-of-event program (Deadline July 30) See specs below

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Name recognition by emcee on the day of the event (Deadline Sept. 1)

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Name recognition in the Colorado-Wyoming Chapter’s Annual Report

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Name recognition on all promotional materials (i.e. event e-blasts)

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Two Facebook page posts (7,000+ Facebook fans with 90+% engagement)

Logo recognition in pre-event/post-event articles and in Chapter newsletter

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Name recognition in pre-event/post-event Chapter Newsletter (20,000+ distribution) Link from the Chapter’s website to sponsor’s website (active until Oct. 1, )

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Photo with MS Spirit Award winner behind podium

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MS on the Move Luncheon Program Ad Specifications An opportunity to congratulate our Spirit Award winner or share your commitment to the National MS Society.

$1000 Full Page (5w x 8.5h) p Included in $10,000 Sponsorship

$750 Half Page (5w x 3.5h) p Included in $7,500 and $5,000 Sponsorship

$500 Quarter Page (2w x 3.5h) p Included in $2,500 Sponsorship

Please submit high resolution artwork (preferably an .EPS file) to kyle.staarmann@nmss.org. Deadline for submission is Aug 21, 2015.

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What is Multiple Sclerosis?

Movement is all around us and our bodies and minds are in constant motion, connecting with and expressing ourselves to the world. It’s so much of who we are; it’s easy to take movement for granted.

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease that affects the central nervous system by disrupting the flow of information from the brain to the body. It’s an elusive disease with no known cause and no known cure. Symptoms vary from person to person depending on how the central nervous system is affected, making it hard to diagnose. Symptoms can range from numbness in the limbs, balance and walk impairment to cognitive difficulties, paralysis, or loss of vision. The progress, severity and specific symptoms of MS are unpredictable.

MS stops people from moving. We exist to make sure it doesn’t.

Colorado-Wyoming Chapter – National MS Society The Colorado-Wyoming Chapter serves over 100,000 individuals affected by MS in Colorado and Wyoming. Colorado and Wyoming have one of the highest incidences of MS in the country: 1 in 425.

The Colorado-Wyoming Chapter strives to help people become knowledgeable about MS, learn to manage the disease and its symptoms, and achieve maximum independence. A wide range of programs are available to people with MS and their families including education, advocacy, information, peer support, need-based financial assistance, and therapeutic recreation.

Keynote Speaker | Rebekah Gregory Rebekah Gregory’s life was forever changed due to the events of the Boston marathon bombings on April 15, 2013. At the young age of twenty-six she became one of seventeen amputees from this terrorist attack.

This small town mom turned her traumatic experience into a powerful story of courage and strength used to inspire people around the world.

Boston Marathon Bombing Survivor shares her powerful story of strength and resilience.

“I believe that life's struggles are not only meant to teach us lessons, but make us better versions of ourselves than before. With every new day comes new hope.”

Rebekah's quick wit and contagious optimism are sure to have everyone feeling inspired and ready to make their own life changes.

cureMSco-wy.org 1-800-FIGHT-MS (344-4867) 900 S. Broadway, Suite 250 • Denver, CO 80209