BUSINESS IMPACT:

  • People who experience disability are loyal shoppers: 70% of members of the American Association of People with Disabilities prefer to shop with retailers who support for people with disabilities (Source: P.O.R., 2006.)
  • In 2010, 56.7 million people living in the United States had some kind of disability—representing more than a fifth of U.S. households (Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2010.)
  • Aggregate annual income > $1 trillion and $220 billion in discretionary spending power. (Source: U.S. Department of Labor, “Diverse Perspectives: People With Disabilities Fulfilling Your Business Goals.”)
  • Decision makers: 73% are heads of households, 58% own homes and 48% are principal shoppers (Source: Simmons Market Research Bureau, 2000.)

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Presenting Partner--$10,000

Promotional Benefits for Presenting Partner:

  • Exclusive presenting partner for 2015 event
  • Commemorative recognition plaque to display at your organization
  • Full page ad in program, valued at $500
  • Access to hang company banner at the venue (visible to more than 200 participants, families, volunteers, officials, and spectators)
  • Ability to sell or offer giveaway promotional items at event with table display, valued at $250
  • Opportunity to provide giveaway items in athlete registration gift bags
  • Recognized as a Gold Sponsor announcements at event (minimum 10 mentions)
  • Live 3-minute commercial interview during each session of the competition (3 appearances)
  • Video clips of your business services to accompany the streaming video footage of the meet
  • Recognition as the Presenting Partner in all press releases and interviews

VIP Benefits for Presenting Partner:

  • Invitation to VIP Athlete Social on Saturday, May 9 following the evening session of the meet
  • Reserved seating at the competition
  • Parking pass validation for up to 3 cars ($30 value)
  • Six commemorative shirts

Association Benefits for Gold-level Sponsors:

  • Help fund the Cincinnati Disability Swim Meet renew its commitment to hosting the annual event
  • Support disabled war veterans, children, and adults by encouraging participation in adaptive sports programs and competitions

GOLD LEVEL SPONSOR--$5,000

Promotional Benefits for Gold Sponsors:

  • 1/2 page ad in program, valued at $250
  • Access to hang company banner at the venue, for more than 200 families and spectators to view
  • Ability to sell or offer giveaway promotional items at event with table display, valued at $250
  • Opportunity to provide giveaway items in athlete registration gift bags
  • Recognized as a Gold Sponsor announcements at event (minimum 10 mentions)
  • Live 3-minute commercial interview during one session each day of the competition

VIP Benefits for Gold Sponsors:

  • Invitation to VIP Athlete Social on Saturday, May 9 following the evening session of the meet
  • Reserved seating at the competition
  • Parking pass validation for up to 3 cars ($30 value)
  • Four commemorative shirts

Association Benefits for Gold Sponsors:

  • Help fund the Cincinnati Disability Swim Meet renew its commitment to hosting the annual event
  • Support disabled war veterans, children, and adults by encouraging participation in adaptive sports programs and competitions

SILVER LEVEL SPONSOR--$2,500

Promotional Benefits for Silver Sponsors:

  • 1/2 page ad in program, valued at $250
  • Ability to sell or offer giveaway promotional items at event with table display, valued at $250
  • Opportunity to provide giveaway items in athlete registration gift bags
  • Recognized as a Silver Sponsor announcements at event (minimum 8 mentions)
  • Live 3-minute commercial interview during one of three sessions

VIP Benefits for Silver Sponsors:

  • Invitation to VIP Athlete Social on Saturday, May 9 following the evening session of the meet
  • Reserved seating at the competition
  • Parking pass validation for up to 3 cars ($30 value)
  • Four commemorative shirts

Association Benefits for Silver Sponsors:

  • Help fund the Cincinnati Disability Swim Meet renew its commitment to hosting the annual event
  • Support disabled war veterans, children, and adults by encouraging participation in adaptive sports programs and competitions

BRONZE LEVEL SPONSOR--$1,000

Promotional Benefits for Bronze Sponsors:

  • 1/4 page ad in program, valued at $125
  • Ability to sell or offer giveaway promotional items at event with table display, valued at $250
  • Opportunity to provide giveaway items in athlete registration gift bags
  • Recognized as a Bronze Sponsor during announcements at event (minimum 6 mentions)

VIP Benefits for Bronze Sponsors:

  • Invitation to VIP Athlete Social on Saturday, May 9 following the evening session of the meet
  • Reserved seating at the competition
  • Parking pass validation for up to 2 cars ($20 value)
  • Four commemorative shirts

Association Benefits for Bronze Sponsors:

  • Help fund the Cincinnati Disability Swim Meet renew its commitment to hosting the annual event
  • Support disabled war veterans, children, and adults by encouraging participation in adaptive sports programs and competitions