2018 JDRF
BE KNOWN as the organization that is helping
to create a world without type 1 diabetes
The 18th Annual Hope GalaSaturday, November 3, 2018The Westin Charlotte
Honoree: BB&TGala Corporate Chairs: Wes Beckner, BB&T Regional President
Ralph Borrello, BB&T Wealth Division Executive
BE VISIBLE in front of an impressive audience• Guests are individuals who are corporate community leaders as well as social influencers• Last year’s JDRF Hope Gala drew nearly 900 guests and raised over $1.5 million• Your support directly impacts the lives of people with T1D and your generosity will be rewarded with
an exciting and inspiring evening
TOP RATED ORGANIZATION
BE IN GOOD COMPANY
In its annual rating of charities and non-profits, Forbes magazine named JDRF as one of its five “All-Star” charities, based on its evaluation of JDRF’s financial efficiency.
The foundation typically outperforms, in lobbying and fundraising, nearly every other interest group built around a particular disease.
For more than fifteen years in a row, JDRF was top ranked by Charity Watch –the only national diabetes organization to earn an “A” grade every year over year this time period.
GREATER WESTERN CAROLINAS CHAPTERBrooke Mize, Development Director | [email protected] | (704) 625-4080205 Regency Executive Park Drive, Suite 102 | Charlotte, NC 28217 | gwc.jdrf.org
Join these and other companies who have shared JDRF’s dedication to eradicate T1D.
ABOUT TYPE 1 DIABETES (T1D)T1D is an autoimmune disease in which a person’s pancreas stops producing insulin, a hormone that enables people to get energy from food. It strikes both children and adults at any age. It comes on suddenly, causes dependence on injected or pumped insulin for life, and carries the constant threat of devastating complications.
It occurs when the body’s immune system attacks and destroys the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas, called beta cells. While its causes are not yet entirely understood, scientists believe that both genetic factors and environmental triggers are involved. Its onset has nothing to do with diet or lifestyle. There is nothing you can do to prevent T1D, and – at present – nothing you can do to get rid of it.
ABOUT JDRF & THE HOPE GALAJDRF is the leading organization funding T1D research. Our mission is to accelerate life-changing breakthroughs to cure, prevent and treat T1D and its complications. To accomplish this, JDRF has invested nearly $2 billion in research funding since our inception.
THE HOPE GALA is JDRF’s most high profile networking opportunity and most successful annual fundraiser in the Charlotte area. This black tie event includes a cocktail reception, presentation of the Living & Giving Award, a spectacular live auction and Fund-A-Cure program, gourmet dinner, and an After Party with rockin’ music and dancing. With nearly 900 attendees, the Hope Gala is a fun and inspirational event that offers supporters the opportunity to help turn Type One into Type None!
BE THE SPONSOR2018 HOPE GALA
Sponsorship Levels*
Mission Hope Dream Wish
Event Benefits $50,000 $25,000 $10,000 $5,000
Tables / Seats 2 / 20 2 / 20 1 / 10 1 / 10
Premier Seating at Hope Gala
Premier wine selection for each of your tables
Invitation to private, pre-gala reception for you and your guests
Table Host & Guests
Table Host & Guests
Table Host
Choice of one complimentary suite at The Westin Charlotte the evening of the Hope Gala
Special Hope Gala patron gift for you and your guests
Complimentary delivery of auction items for you and your guests (in the greater Charlotte area)
Complimentary valet parking for you and your guests
Marketing Benefits
Prominent logo placement at the Hope Gala
Logo placement on handheld bidding devices
Logo placement on step and repeat photo banner
Recognition of sponsorship on stage from the podium at the Hope Gala
Name of corporate identity listed on Hope Gala invitation (if confirmed by August 15, 2017)
Recognition in Hope Gala Event materials
Recognition of sponsorship on the JDRF Hope Gala website
Recognition of sponsorship on the JDRF international Annual Report
Logo recognition with link to your website on the JDRF Greater Western Carolinas Chapter website
Logo recognition in the JDRF Greater Western Carolinas Chapter newsletter
Recognition on social media
*Exclusive sponsorship opportunities available, including NEW levels for 2018 featuring enhanced brand visibilityContact Brooke Mize at [email protected] for details
BE COMMITTED2018 HOPE GALA SPONSORSHIP FORMNovember 3, 2018, The Westin Charlotte
YES, I would like to sponsor the 2018 JDRF Hope Gala
SPONSOR NAME/ BUSINESS NAME (as you would like it to appear in promotional materials)
$50,000 Mission Sponsor $10,000 Dream Sponsor
Signature
CONTACT NAME
2nd CONTACT NAME (Assistant/Logistics Contact)
CONTACT PHONE & EMAIL
2nd CONTACT PHONE & EMAIL
MAILING ADDRESS
PAYMENT INFORMATION
My check is enclosed
I’d like to pay by credit card. JDRF representative to call and secure credit card information by phone.
Please invoice me
I am unable to attend the Hope Gala but would like to help support the fight for a cure for type 1 diabetes by making a Fund A Cure donation in the amount of $___________________.
August 15, 2018: Invitation inclusion deadline – Sponsors confirmed by August 15, 2018 will be recognized in the Gala invitation, mailed to approximately 3,000 households in early September.
Thank you for your sponsorship! We will send you a confirmation with additional event details. Contributions per ticket that exceed $100 per person are tax-deductible as a gift to JDRF. JDRF’s Federal Tax ID number is 23-1907729
Please email, fax or mail your completed sponsorship form to:JDRF Greater Western CarolinasAttn: Brooke Mize, Development Director205 Regency Executive Park Drive, Suite 102Charlotte, NC [email protected] PHONE: 704.625.4080 FAX: 704.561.9920
$25,000 Hope Sponsor $5,000 Wish Sponsor