Coppin State University College of Health Professions & School of Education

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Picture Above:Larry “Poncho” Brown,

“The Caregivers”ARTcetra I Commission

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Coppin State University College of Health Professions, Maryland’s number one source of minority baccalaureate and graduate prepared nurses and health information management professionals, presents an exclusive art and photography

benefit auction on Saturday, September 15, 2012 at the Health and Human Services building on Coppin’s campus. Complimenting the evening’s bidding will be a star-studded reception with an intimate jazz performance.

ARTcetra offers distinguished works by prominent artists including Synthia Saint James, Charles Bibbs, Larry “Poncho” Brown, Paul Goodnight, Joyce Scott, Karen Y. Buster, James Murphy, Jr. and various others. James Murphy, Jr. has been commissioned to create an original print, to be unveiled at ARTcetra IV, for the College of Health Professions based on the theme “The Caregivers”. Signed and numbered limited edition prints will be created from the artwork to be sold at the Art Auction.

The Silent and Live Auctions contain approximately 125 pieces of artwork, including originals, reproductions, wearable art and photography. Price points will range from $75 to $10,000.

Auction proceeds support the programs and students of the College of Health Professions and the School of Education.

What: ARTcetra 4th Annual Art Auction Fundraiser and ReceptionWhen: Saturday, September 15, 2012, 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.Where: Coppin State University Health and Human Services Building, 2601 West North Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21216 Ticket purchase information at http://events.coppin.edu/artcetra/tickets.asp

The mission of Coppin State University College of Health Professions is to prepare nurses, advanced practitioners, allied health professionals, nurse educators and researchers to meet the needs of medically underserved and minority populations; and to serve as the State’s preferred educational institution to increase the diversity of its nursing and allied health workforce.

More than 15,000 people will receive invitations to ARTcetra IV and the event will be publicized by our media partners. With your support, ARTcetra 2012 will demonstrate your company’s and Coppin State University’s commitment to decrease the major health professionals and teacher shortage that threatens the wellbeing of our nation. The 2012 Sponsorship Packet for ARTcetra provides diverse opportunities enabling your business to join Coppin State University College of Health Professions to reach a highly targeted market.

For more information on sponsorship, please contact:Shirley Carr410-951-3962

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Platnium $10,000In exchange for your generous donation, the ARTcetra Platinum Sponsor will receive the following benefits:

✴ 6 VIP Tickets for Luncheon with Featured Artist✴ Inclusion of name and/or logo on print ads ✴ Inclusion in media relations materials distributed to the press✴ Inclusion of company name and/or logo on 15,000 direct-mail ✴ Recognition on the ARTcetra web site with a hotlink to your page. Acknowledgement to be included on each website page.✴ One table top exhibit with the opportunity to distribute approved sales materials ✴ Opportunity to make approved remarks at the beginning of the live auction.✴ Inclusion of the company name on art auction and fundraiser materials including the invitation, website and program book✴ A full-page color ad occupying the back cover of the event program book✴ Acknowledgement during opening remarks✴ Signage noting sponsor’s role✴ Twenty complimentary tickets✴ Ten commissioned art piece prints

Gold Sponsorship $7,500In exchange for your generous donation, the Gold Sponsor will receive the following benefits:

✴ 6 VIP Tickets for Luncheon with Featured Artist✴ Inclusion of name and/or logo on print ads ✴ Inclusion in media relations materials to the press✴ Inclusion of company name and/or logo on 15,000 marketing invitations ✴ Recognition on the ARTcetra web site with a hotlink to your page✴ An opportunity to address guests during the live auction✴ A full-page ad occupying the inside back cover in the event program book✴ One table top exhibit with the opportunity to distribute approved sales materials ✴ Inclusion of the company name on art auction and fundraiser materials including the invitation, website and program book✴ Signage noting sponsor’s role✴ 10 complimentary tickets✴ Five commission art piece prints

Picture to Right:Synthia Saint James,

“The Caregivers: The Inner City Baltimore Community”ARTcetra III Commission

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Silver Sponsorship $5,000In exchange for your generous donation, the Silver Sponsor will receive the following benefits:✴ 4 VIP Tickets for Luncheon with Featured Artist✴ Inclusion in media relations materials distributed to the press. ✴ Inclusion of company name and/or logo on 15,000 direct-mail invitations to target group of highly-educated women ✴ Recognition on the ARTcetra web site with a hotlink to your page✴ One table top exhibit with the opportunity to distribute approved sales materials ✴ A full-page ad occupying a premium position in the event program book ✴ Acknowledgement during opening remarks ✴ Inclusion of the company name among sponsors listed in program book ✴ Signage noting sponsor’s role✴ Ten complimentary tickets✴ Two commissioned art prints

Bronze Sponsorship $2,500In exchange for your generous donation, the Bronze Sponsor will receive the following benefits:

✴ 4 VIP Tickets for Luncheon with Featured Artist✴ Inclusion in media relations materials distributed to the press✴ Inclusion of company name and/or logo on 15,000 direct-mail invitations to target group of highly-educated women ✴ Recognition on the ARTcetra web site with a hotlink to your page✴ One table top exhibit with the opportunity to distribute approved sales materials ✴ A half-page ad occupying a premium position in the event program book✴ Acknowledgement during opening remarks ✴ Inclusion of the company name among sponsors listed in program book ✴ Signage noting sponsor’s role✴ Five complimentary tickets✴ Two commissioned art prints

Picture to Right:Charles Bibbs,

“The Caregivers: Continuing the Legacy”ARTcetra II Commission

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Easel Sponsorship - $1,000There are four (4) Easle Sponsorship opportunities available. In exchange for your generous donation, the Easel Sponsor will receive the following benefits:

✴ One table top exhibit with the opportunity to distribute approved sales materials ✴ Quarter page ad in the event program book✴ Inclusion of the company name among sponsors listed in program book ✴ Signage noting sponsor’s role✴ Three complimentary tickets✴ One commissioned art print

Reception Sponsorship - $750There are four (4) Reception Sponsorship opportunities available. In exchange for your generous donation, the Reception Sponsor will receive the following benefits:

✴ One table top exhibit with the opportunity to distribute approved sales materials ✴ Quarter page ad in the event program book✴ Inclusion of the company name among sponsors listed in program book ✴ Signage noting sponsor’s role. Only reception sponsors signage included on the reception floor✴ Two complimentary tickets✴ One commissioned art print

Paddle Sponsorship - $500There are three (3) Paddle Sponsorship opportunities available. In exchange for your generous donation, the Paddle Sponsor will receive the following benefits:

✴ One table top exhibit with the opportunity to distribute approved sales materials ✴ Quarter page ad in the event program book✴ Inclusion of the company name among sponsors listed in program book ✴ Company name and logo all auction paddles✴ Signage noting sponsor’s role✴ Two complimentary tickets✴ One commissioned art print

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Benefits Platinum Gold Silver Bronze Easels Reception Paddles

Sponsor Investment $10,000 $7,500 $5,000 $2,500 $1,000 $750 $500.00

Exsclusivity of your product x

VIP Tickets for Lucheon with featured Artist 6 6 4 4

Company logo in print ads x x x x

Company & logo included in x x x x

Recognition on website x x x x

Complimentary Registrations 20 10 10 5 3 2 2

Ad in event program book Full page Full page Full page Half page Quarter page

Quarter page

Quarter page

Premium position in program book x x x x

Reach patrons with specific targeted interest x x x x x x x

Signage noting sponsor’s role x x x x x x x

Product display table x x x x x x x

Acknowledgement during live auction and or opening remarks

x x x x x x x

Company Name and logo on all auction paddles x

Reach a Highly-Targeted Market SegmentARTcetra 2012 is in its fourth year. Many will learn about the art auction and fundraiser from a direct marketing of over 15,000 invitations, distribution of promotional materials by local businesses and organizations, and public service ads and announcements by our media partners, including the Baltimore Sun. Announcements regarding the art auction and fundraiser are published in Coppin State University newsletters, Coppin’s website, and local newspapers. If you become a select sponsor before August 15, 2012 your company’s name will be included in the invitation package.ARTcetra attracts a mature, highly educated group of men and women, as well as students. Details about the art auction and fundraiser and its sponsors are posted on the website at http://events.coppin.edu/artcetra

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

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CORPORATE SPONSORS☐Platinum Sponsor $10,000.00 ☐Gold Sponsor $ 7,000.00☐Silver Sponsor $ 5,500.00☐Bronze Sponsor $ 2,500.00 ☐Easel Sponsor (4) $ 1,000.00☐Reception Sponsor (7) $ 750.00☐Paddle Sponsor (3) $ 500.00

TICKETS Please reserve ______ tickets at $50.00 each. Please reserve _______Ticket/Print Package at $95.00 each. I/We cannot attend, however, I have enclosed a donation $ _______

PROGRAM BOOK RATES☐$1,500.00 Back Page☐$1,000.00 Inside Back Page ☐$600.00 Full Page☐$300.00 Half Page ☐$150.00 Quarter Page☐$75.00 Eighth Page☐$25.00 Patron Listing

Your camera ready ad must be received by September 1, 2012 to be included in the Program Book. All ads, except Platinum Sponsor, must be black and white. Sponsors please send artwork for signage as soon as possible.

Checks should be made payable to: CSU Development Foundation / Artcetra Mail payment to: Coppin State UniversityCollege of Health Professions 2500 West North AvenueBaltimore, MD 21216 Enclosed is my check in the amount of $_________.

Name:___________________________________________________________________________________

Company Name:___________________________________________________________________________

Address:_________________________________________________________________________________

Telephone:__________________________________ Fax:_________________________________________

5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.Saturday, September 15, 2012

for more information visit

www.coppin.edu/artcetra

Synthia Saint James, “The Caregivers”ARTcetra III Commissioned

Charles Bibbs“The Caregivers: Continuing the Legacy”

ARTcetra II Commission

Larry “Poncho” Brown, “The Caregivers”ARTcetra I Commission