On behalf of the Starting 5ive Basketball Organization, I would like to extend an invitation to you and your company to become a sponsor for our 2008/2009 season. Starting 5ive Basketball Organization is an affiliate of the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) and is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization, whose mission is to:
·Provide youth with organized competition in a safe environment for disadvantage
·Bring our youth closer together through common interest in sportsmanship and competition
·Instill educational, moral and ethical values, so our youth can become positive contributors to our society
·Give athletes the opportunity to improve flexibility, speed, agility, and mobility, thereby, reducing the risk of sports-related injuries
·Acquaint the players with the fundamentals of the game rules; running, dribbling, and shooting
·Teach sportsmanship, discipline, pride, determination and love of the game
·Encourage the players to maintain above average grades in school and to emphasize the importance of keeping a proper relationship and balance between scholastic and athletic endeavors.
The Starting 5ive Basketball Organization is seeking all levels of support for its youth basketball club.We are looking for sponsors who are willing to donate any dollar amount to assist in covering our major expenses such as gym rental, officials, equipment, insurance, and uniforms. The Organization’s overall programs are designed to help "move today’s youth from the bench to the starting line-up of life" and the Starting 5ive’s training and playing experience will provide each player with the confidence and challenges to "make the move". More importantly, they will learn to implement the skills taught in practice and games and translate them into everything else they want to do in life.
If providing sponsorship for Starting 5ive Basketball Organization is an option for you and your company, please take some time to review the sponsorship information I have included with this letter. I am confident you will find a level of sponsorship that will be comfortable for your company as well as beneficial to our organization.
The Starting 5ive Basketball Organization looks forward to building a strong partnership with your company that will enable us to fulfill the hopes and dreams of our youth.
I welcome any comments or questions regarding the details of your sponsorship and look forward to forming a mutually beneficial partnership.
Thank you in advance for your consideration and support of Starting 5ive Basketball Organization.
Starting 5ive Basketball Organization is a 501(c)(3) non-profit youth basketball organization who makes every effort to provide an opportunity for athletes of similar age and dissimilar abilities to participate in an organized basketball program. We believe that basketball is the perfect avenue to teach moral principals and characteristics such as obedience, honesty, cooperation, loyalty, sportsmanship, discipline, competition, self-confidence, and teamwork.
Starting 5ive Basketball Oranizationstaff commits itself to the youth of our community through the operation of a basketball program that contributes to their long-term development into productive citizens. As parents and coaches join with us in this effort, we can make a real difference in the lives of our children.
If you would like to support the efforts of the S5 program, please review the attached sponsorship form and consider any one of the following giving levels.
Presenting Club Sponsor (1)
A presenting sponsor is the most supportive and exclusive level of sponsorship. This sponsorship gives your company carte blanche and complete recognition in everything we do. Not only will your company name be incorporated into our club title, but it will also be integrated into all of our events and marketing tactics. Examples of benefits your organization will enjoy:
Starting 5ive Basketball Organization presented by ABC Company
·Company logo recognition on all printed materials, websites, signage, programs, etc.
·ABC Company Coach and Team of the Year Award
·Primary listing on all club banners and signage
·Recognition on participant merchandise
·Opportunity to donate promotional items for team gift bags
·Right to create/host pre-approved event/ activity or reception during Starting 5ive tournament championships
·Company name/logo and overview will be featured on the Starting 5ive website and included in all online marketing programs
·Free usage of banner space on website
·Opportunity to cross-promote and participate in all Starting 5ive events
·Ability to set up a booth for giveaways during Starting 5ive tournaments
Investment: $10,000-15,000
Contract duration: One year
Limited to one (1) sponsor per year
The money from our Presenting Club Sponsor will be used to cover the major cost of essential operating expenses such as:
Equipment (game basketballs, game uniforms, game shoes, basketball training aids, etc.)
Travel expenses
Gymnasium rental fees
Advertising & Marketing Expenses
MVP Sponsors (2+)
MVP Sponsors are essential to youth basketball clubs. Typically, MVP sponsors are recognized as major contributors in a specific league program (i.e. Scholarship Program). Benefits of an MVP sponsor are:
Sponsor one approved Club coaching/officiating or player seminar/clinic/ event
Primary listing on all Club banners and signage
On-site marketing/demonstration booths for products and displays during host events
Recognition on all printed materials relating to specific sponsored event
Opportunity to donate promotional items for team gift bags
Ability to set up a booth for giveaways during Starting 5ive tournaments
Sponsor recognition on Organization website
Investment: $3,500-5,000
Contract duration: One year
Goal: 2 or more
The money from MVP Sponsors will be used to finance the registration fees of those players that otherwise would not be able to participate due to financial constraints.
Team Sponsors
Team sponsors allow teams to raise money for team-led functions and events. A team sponsor will be recognized as a partner of the team. Benefits include:
Opportunity to donate promotional items for team gift bags
Sponsor recognition on Organization web site
Opportunity to cross-promote and participate in all Club events
Investment: $1,000
Contract duration: One year
Goal: 3 or more
Team Helpers
Team helpers offset the cost of team operation expenses such as practice jerseys, mouth pieces, practice balls and practice equipment. A team helper will be recognized as a contributor to the team. Benefits include:
Listing on the team/league web site
Investment: Less than $1,000
Contact duration: One year
Goal: Multiple
Sponsorship Agreement Form
Please return your completed form to Starting 5ive Basketball Club,
Attn: VP Fund Raising & Programs, Petrina Winfield-Gordon.
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