2024 TRANSPLANT GAMES OF AMERICA July 5 - July 10, 2024
BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA
GAMES OVERVIEW
July 5 - 10, 2024
PRESENTING MEDICAL PARTNER “We are honored to sponsor the Transplant Games, as this event brings much needed attention to the life-changing and saving power of transplantation,” said Jayme E. Locke, M.D., Director of the UAB Comprehensive Transplant Institute. “We cannot wait to cheer on our patients and those from around the world as they compete.”
BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA
the largest celebration of life A gathering of thousands from all
TRANSPLANT RECIPIENTS
50 states and abroad
LIVING DONORS DONOR FAMILIES
Participants vie for medals in 20
COMPETITIONS
CAREGIVERS INDIVIDUALS ON THE WAITING LIST
We honor donors at various
TRIBUTE EVENTS This inspiring event is best described as a
FAMILY REUNION The entire Birmingham community will have the chance to lead the way, by running in the
Transplant Games 5K, a public event to kick off the competitions on Saturday morning.
DONATION AND TRANSPLANT PROFESSIONALS
for those whose lives have forever been impacted by donation and transplantation.
BIRMINGHAM IMPACT *
Introduce the transplant community to everything the Magic City has to offer.
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Display the life-changing impact of donation and transplant.
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Increase the donor registry numbers in the greater Birmingham area and surrounding states, especially in the minority communities.
SUPPORTERS GREATER BIRMINGHAM COMMUNITY
Host City
Why Birmingham? Birmingham is a pioneer for advancements in organ transplantation. The 2024 Transplant Games
of America will showcase this community’s commitment to save countless lives through organ donation on a national level.
Diversity. Hosting the Games in Birmingham
conveys the life-saving message of donation and transplantation to a diverse, multicultural community.
State-of-the-art athletic facilities
provide transplant recipients and living donors with the platform to demonstrate how transplantation enables a vibrant and healthy life.
Southern Hospitality. Known for its southern hospitality, Birmingham provides a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for visitors. The city's friendly residents and vibrant culture enhance the overall experience for participants, fostering a sense of community and camaraderie during the Transplant Games.
TEAM ALABAMA! Recipients, Living Donors, and Donor Families from Alabama will be front and center sharing their stories, competing for medals, and honoring the gift of life.
TGA mascots, Spark (left) and Blaze (right), engaged with the Birmingham community at Sloss Furnace, as part of the BHAM Food + Culture Fest held in October of 2023.
competitions
the Competitions The 2024 Transplant Games of America offers 20 different athletic and recreational competitions for athletes to medal in and participants to enjoy. Sponsorships are available for the competition events.
5k Run Badminton Ballroom Dancing Basketball Bowling Cornhole Cycling Darts Golf Lyrics for Life Pickleball Swimming Table Tennis Tennis Texas Hold’em Poker Track & Field Trivia Challenge Virtual Triathlon* Volleyball Youth Olympiad Organ recipients compete against each other in Division 1, while living donors and tissue, cornea, and bone marrow recipients compete in Division 2. Donor families can participate and medal in the 5k Run, Ballroom Dancing, Lyrics for Life, and Donor Family Trivia. *Virtual Triathlon: 500yd Freestyle in Swimming, 20km road race in Cycling, and 1500m run in Track & Field.
Our competitions help transplant recipients stay healthy, honor their donors, and embrace their second chance at life. For living donors, our competitions serve as an opportunity to engage within their community and a chance to train and compete alongside other remarkable donors.
COMPETITIONS
Competition schedule The majority of competitions for the 2024 Transplant Games of America will be held at the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex. Additional venues and locations will be announced in the coming months. Compe��ons - Tenta�ve Schedule Friday, July 5, 2024
TGA Registra�on 5k Run/Walk Packet Pick-Up Swimming (500 Free, 200 IM) Ballroom Dancing
Saturday, July 6, 2024
5k Run/Walk Youth Olympiad
Sunday, July 7, 2024
Cycling Table Tennis Swimming Lyrics for Life Prelims Texas Hold'Em Poker Basketball
Monday, July 8, 2024
Track & Field Tennis (Singles) Bowling (Singles) Golf (Singles) Cornhole Badminton Basketball
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
Tennis (Doubles) Bowling (Doubles) Golf (Team) Pickleball (Doubles) Lyrics for Life Finals Trivia Challenge Volleyball
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Pickleball (Mixed Doubles) Darts Donor Family Trivia
SPECIAL EVENTS
Special Events Schedule We celebrate just as hard as we compete. In addition to competitions, the Games include special events focusing on the lives and accomplishments of transplant recipients, living donors, and donor families. Sponsorship opportunities are available for these events.
Friday, July 5, 2024
Welcome Event
Kick off Opening Weekend by connec�ng with old and new friends at the Transplant Games TGA Village.
Saturday, July 6, 2024
5k Run/Walk
Start the day with a robust 5k Run/Walk. This compe��on is open to the public and we encourage the Birmingham community to par�cipate.
Opening Ceremony Salute to Veterans Living Donor Celebra�on
Later, gather for the Opening Ceremony to launch the Games. Recipients and Donor Families are celebrated and honored in the Parade of Athletes. Special recogni�on is paid to our Veterans in the transplant community, as well as Living Donors who selflessly donated to save the lives of family, friends or complete strangers.
Sunday, July 7, 2024
Donor Tribute
A beau�ful, spiritual and emo�onal tribute to our heroes who have selflessly given the gi� of life.
Monday, July 8, 2024
Quarter Century Club Dinner and Dance
A special celebra�on to honor recipients, living donors, and donor families who have been a part of the dona�on and transplant journey for more than 25 years.
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Farewell Party
Join us on the last evening of the 2024 Games to say goodbye and look forward to our next reunion in 2026.
honors program
Honors Program Each day at the Games, attendees have an opportunity to enjoy programming that is tailored to recognizing the important role that organ, eye, and tissue donation plays in the transplant community.
July 5 - 10, 2024
Reflec�on Room & Quilt Display
Spend some special moments remembering your loved one in a medita�ve se�ng and explore dozens of beau�ful and emo�onal quilt displays.
July 5 - 6, 2024
Transplant Games Orienta�on
Welcome to the TGA Family! Join us for a session that will help you navigate this unique experience and the community you are now a part of.
July 6 - 10, 2024
Programs & Workshops
Join us for several interac�ve sessions where you can learn about the newest topics in organ dona�on and transplanta�on.
July 5, 2024
Teen Talk
Let’s be real - this is a pizza party for our younger TGA family members. Come share stories, get advice, and connect with your peers.
July 7 - 8, 2024
Coffee Houses
Get some java and share memories of your loved one as you navigate the many twists and turns of your experience with organ dona�on and transplanta�on.
July 8, 2024
Quilt Pinning Ceremonies
Come share the story of your loved one as we accept new quilt squares depic�ng the lives of our heroes, later to be added to donor quilts for future display.
NEW FOR 2024
new events in 2024 2024 TGA Film Festival Taking advantage of a Birmingham 300-seat theater, the Transplant Life Foundation is planning a series of transplant-related films to further engage the attendees of the 2024 Transplant Games. Each day will feature a new film with multiple showings. Friday, July 5 Sunday, July 7 Monday, July 8 Tuesday, July 9
Film TBD Film TBD Film TBD Film TBD
2:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m.
8:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m.
Ticket Price: $10.00
Transplant Games Luncheon Series Join donation and transplant experts in the exciting atmosphere of the Transplant Games for lunch and presentations on challenges facing patients, caregivers, and donor families. Friday, July 5 Sunday, July 7 Tuesday, July 9
“Multi-cultural Affairs in Transplantation” 12:00 p.m. “Health & Happiness in Transplant” 12:00 p.m. “Transplant Life Foundation Awards Luncheon” 12:00 p.m.
Ticket Price: $25.00
Leaders in Transplant Forum This exciting luncheon presentation will discuss innovations in organ and tissue transplant from leading experts. Tuesday
“Innovations and Advances in Transplantation”
Ticket Price: $25.00
12:00 p.m.
VOLUNTEERs
Volunteer Information Join in and support our community! Every two years, the Transplant Games of America brings together thousands of participants from all over the world to partake in a week-long celebration of donors, recipients and their families. This incredible event is made possible by many volunteers who want to be a part of something special and impactful. Although July 2024 is a ways out, plan now for you or your organization to join the fun as a volunteer.
How many volunteers are needed? The Transplant Games are supported by more than 3,000 volunteers. Many volunteers invite their friends and family to be a part of the experience with them. We also welcome corporations, fraternities, sororities, community clubs, sports teams, and other organizations that would like to work together to support our amazing event.
What do volunteers do? There are many ways you can help, from greeting and assisting our athletes, to lending a hand during competitions and special events. Each volunteer shift is four hours long and you may choose any open volunteer activity you’d like.
How do I sign up? www.transplantgamesofamerica.org/volunteer The volunteer schedule will be released in May of 2024.
INITIATIVES
Transplant Life Foundation Since 2011, the Transplant Life Foundation has been producing and advancing the unique tradition of the Transplant Games of America. The Transplant Life Foundation serves as one of the nation’s leading advocacy nonprofits for the donation and transplantation community. As a primary educational and social networking hub for the transplant community, organizing body for the Transplant Games of America, and publisher of TransplantNATION magazine, Transplant Life Foundation strives each day to enhance and improve the lives of its members. To learn more about the mission of the Transplant Life Foundation, visit www.transplantlifefoundation.org
TransplantNATION magazine TransplantNATION is a 68-page magazine printed six times a year that works to connect and support the growing audience in the United States who are in the organ donation and transplantation world. TransplantNATION is a full-featured publication with interesting stories of everyday heroism, heartfelt sacrifice and articles on healthy living, new beginnings, and industry activity. TransplantNATION connects all the unique groups that make up the transplant community. It includes stories of donors who gave others another chance at life and tales of recipients who are anxious to show their donor families what their gift means to them. It provides recipients, donors, donor families, caregivers, dialysis patients and so many others with the knowledge, hope and connection they deserve. With each issue, we touch more lives with inspiring stories, educational information, and the idea that no one is alone on their transplant journey. Visit the TransplantNATION website to subscribe today: www.transplantnation.org/subscribe To purchase ad space in the magazine, contact Kathy Ryan: k.ryan@transplantLF.org
SPONSORSHIP
Sponsorship Opportunities Without the unwavering support of our sponsors, the Transplant Games would not be the world class event that it is. Each of our sponsors provide a unique product, service or program that directly impacts the lives of those we serve in the donation and transplantation community. We welcome all organizations to support and engage with our TGA community. Please contact Bill Ryan at b.ryan@transplantLF.org to learn more about the unique sponsorship opportunities the Transplant Games of America can provide for your organization.
SPONSORSHIPS
SPONSORSHIPS LEVEL 1
Champion
Leader
Diamond
Ruby
$1,000,000
$500,000
$250,000
$100,000
Brand Alignment & Promo�onal Rights Prominent Logo Placement on Specific Event Signage, Media & Adver�sing Presented by Presented by Sponsored by Sponsored by 2024 TGA Signature Sponsorship Status
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x
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Authorized Use of the Official 2024 Transplant Games Birmingham Logo
x
x
x
x
Onsite Visibility & Engagment Opportuni�es Opening Ceremony Credits & Public Address Men�ons
x
x
x
x
Tier 1-4
Tier 2-4
Tier 3-4
Tier 4
x
x
x
x
Marke�ng & Media Benefits Prominent Logo Placement in the TGA Program & Select Materials
x
x
x
x
Opportunity to Place Promo�onal Literature in Registra�on Packets
x
x
x
x
Access to Media Toolkit & Interview Opportuni�es
x
x
x
x
Logo Placement on App & Website - Home & Sponsorship Pages
x
x
x
x
Official Lead Event Sponsor Opportuni�es Opportunity for Prominent Custom Booth in the TGA Village
One Full Page Adver�sement in Transplant Games Program Adver�sements in TransplantNATION Magazine
x
x
x
x
8 Full Page
5 Full Page
4 Full Page
3 Full Page
Facebook Sponsorship Partner Posts
12
10
8
7
Twi�er Sponsorship Partner Tweets
12
10
8
7
Instagram Sponsorship Partner Posts
12
10
8
7
Company & Employee Benefits Compe�tor Game Registra�ons
25
18
15
12
Par�cipant Game Registra�ons
25
20
18
15
Tickets to all VIP Events
30
30
30
25
5k Run/Walk Entry Fees
20
18
18
15
Subscrip�ons (One Year - Six Issues) to TransplantNATION Magazine
30
30
30
25
Reach out to learn more about the unique sponsorship opportunities the Transplant Games of America can provide for your organization: Steven Tricarico steven@transplantLF.org
Bill Ryan b.ryan@transplantLF.org
SPONSORSHIPS
SPONSORSHIPS LEVEL 2
Gold $50,000
Brand Alignment & Promo�onal Rights Logo Placement on Specific Event Signage, Media & Adver�sing Prominent 2024 TGA Signature Sponsorship Status x Authorized Use of the Official 2024 Transplant Games Birmingham Logo x Onsite Visibility & Engagment Opportuni�es Opening Ceremony Credits
Copper Supporter Friend $10,000 $5,000 $2,500
Prime x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Opportunity to Purchase Booth in the TGA Village Opportunity for Booth at the 5K Run/Walk Marke�ng & Media Benefits Logo Placement in the TGA Program & Select Supplemental Materials Opportunity to Place Promo�onal Literature in Registra�on Packets Access to Media Toolkit Media Interview Opportuni�es Logo Placement on App & Website - Home & Sponsorship Pages Adver�sement in Transplant Games Program Adver�sement in TransplantNATION Magazine Facebook Sponsorship Partner Posts Twi�er Sponsorship Partner Tweets Instagram Sponsorship Partner Posts Company & Employee Benefits Compe�tor Game Registra�ons Par�cipant Game Registra�ons Tickets to all VIP Events 5k Run/Walk Entry Fees Subscrip�ons (One Year - Six Issues) to TransplantNATION Magazine
x
Prominent x x x x
x
x
x
x
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1 Half Page
1 Quarter Page
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1 Quarter Page
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10 12 12 12 20
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Reach out to learn more about the unique sponsorship opportunities the Transplant Games of America can provide for your organization: Steven Tricarico steven@transplantLF.org
Silver $25,000
Bill Ryan b.ryan@transplantLF.org
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TGA Highlights
TRANSPLANT GAMES
highlights Since the U.S. Games started in 1990, this inspirational and unique event has been hosted in cities across America. In 2011, Transplant Life Foundation took over the Transplant Games, and every year since, we have been able to expand our reach and impact. U.S. Transplant Games 1990 INDIANAPOLIS 1992 LOS ANGELES 1994 ATLANTA 1996 SALT LAKE CITY 1998 COLUMBUS 2000 ORLANDO 2002 ORLANDO 2004 MINNEAPOLIS 2006 LOUISVILLE 2008 PITTSBURGH 2010 MADISON 2012 GRAND RAPIDS 2014 HOUSTON 2016 CLEVELAND 2018 SALT LAKE CITY 2020 MEADOWLANDS 2022 SAN DIEGO
From the 2012 Games to the 2022 Games, participation grew by
163%
3000-4000 athletes
Expect in over 20 competitions striving for medal recognition in the oldest and most prestigious event to recognize the success of organ, eye, and tissue transplantation. Over 45 special events and programs help bring the community together during the Transplant Games and the TGA Village at the Birmingham Jefferson Convention Center will be the gathering place for thousands of guests and visitors.
8,000-10,000
Join recipients, caregivers, living donors, and donor families during a six day celebration honoring the gift of life and the return to health for thousands of patients.
TGA Social Media Impact
13K+ followers 2K+ followers 2K+ followers
THE 2014 TRANSPLANT GAMES HELPED increase the donor registry in Texas by
OVER 2 MILLION NAMES taking the registry from 12% of the adult population to over 26%. National and regional media will be on hand to report on the Games and our daily "Live from the TGA" broadcast will reach thousands around the country.
REACH an estimated total media audience of
125 MILLION PEOPLE According to the Harris County Houston Sports Authority.
In 2021, despite battling the remnants of COVID-19, the Transplant Games produced a successful four-day extravaganza where an estimated the opportunity to interact with the transplant 80,000 VISITORS had community and experience first-hand the amazing
to the American Dream Complex
benefits of transplantation.
PARTICIPANTS
Matt with his daughter at the 2022 Transplant Games
Matt Arrasmith, recipient of two femur bone transplants
“It was the most
IN CR ED IB LE EXPER IEN C E
I’ve had. Learning
all the stories
of all the other DONORS AND RECIPIENTS
was tHe highlight of my weEk.
The Games are an
incredible opportunity to HONOR the donation process a n d
to
re a l i z e
t h a t
life does not end after donation.
It gets better!” Scott La Point, living kidney donor
Scott (left), competed at the 2018 Transplant Games, alongside Jim (right), the recipient of his kidney.
July 5 - 10, 2024 PRESENTING MEDICAL PARTNER
Join us for the world’s largest celebration of life as a participant, volunteer or sponsor.
Transplant Life Foundation www.transplantlifefoundation.org
Transplant Games of America www.transplantgamesofamerica.org
