2013 bronzeville family fest sponsorhip application

4518 S. Cottage Grove Ave., Chicago, Il 60653 . P: 773.616.7287 . F: 773.373.5226

Dear Business Leader:

The Bright Star Event Coordination Committee, along with Bright Star Community Outreach (BSCO), Inc. is excited about our upcoming annual Bronzeville Family Fest (BFF). The event which will be held on Saturday, August 3, 2013 in Armstrong Park. This letter is sent to distinguished companies, community leaders, partners and organizations such as yours as an invitation to participate in this wonderful event as one of our valued sponsors. Such opportunities will afford exposure to a large audience of potential consumers and offer a great philanthropic opportunity for those desiring to empower underserved communities.

BSCO, Inc. is a 501c3 nonprofit organization, whose overall mission is to empower residents to share in the responsibility of building community through pooling resources and forming partnerships. The mission is accomplished by developing innovative performance based projects and programs to address issues of community engagement, economic development, education, children/youth, family, safety and non-violence. Pastor Chris Harris, BSCO founder and CEO, along with the volunteers who make up the committee, is committed to strengthening vulnerable families and communities. Since 2004, the Bronzeville Family Fest has served an increasing number of residents with free giveaways throughout the event, which include free food, free book bags, free school supplies, free laptops, free games for the children, free entertainment and other free surprises and resources.

You are invited to promote your company or organization with this large audience by partnering with us for this year’s fest. Becoming a sponsor and partner will allow you to help solidify community relationships and provide a message of peace, all while building your brand and reaching a very large audience of potential consumers of your products and services with over 9,000 people attending annually.

Perhaps you are not looking for exposure, but are still interested in supporting this tremendous event. We welcome your financial and in-kind gifts as well.

There are varying levels of participation available to you. The accompanying sponsorship opportunities brochure details the sponsorship and advertising opportunities. The application deadline is June 30, 2013. If you have questions or need additional information, you may visit our website at www.brightstarcommunityoutreach.com, email us at [email protected] or call us at 773-616-7287.

Thank you for your time and consideration. Again, we welcome your support and it is with anticipation that we await your response.

Regards,

Sharnia Lashley Founder & CEO Sponsorship Coordinator

Sponsorship Coordinator Family Fest Committee

2013 Bronzeville Family Fest Sponsorship Application

Organization _____________________________________________________________

Contact Person/Title _______________________________________________________

Address, City, State & Zip__________________________________________________

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Phone Number ( ) _____________________________

Email Address / Website __________________________________________________

Sponsorship Package Levels

Platinum $10,000 Diamond $7,500 Gold $5,000

Silver $2,500 Bronze $1,000

In-Kind (Item Description & Estimated Value)_______________________________

Total Amount (of Monetary Contribution): $ AgreementYour organization is entitled to the sponsorship benefits outlined in the sponsor packet. This agreement does not entitle your organization to any benefits beyond those outlined in the packet and does not convey any special input on the event itinerary.

Payment Information Check Discover Mastercard Visa

________________________________________________________________________Credit Card Number Expiration Date

________________________________________________________________________Name of Cardholder

_____________________________________________________________________Cardholder’s Billing Address

________________________________________________________________________Signature Card Verification Code

Make checks payable to Bright Star Community Outreach. Mail completed applications to BSCO 4518 S. Cottage Grove Ave., Chicago, Il 60653 P: 773.616.7287 F: 773.373.5226, or email to [email protected].

Thank You!Bronzeville Family Fest Committee