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