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Sponsorship & Exhibiting Package

Hack4Health 2017 Dates: November 9-11, 2017

University of Waterloo, Applied Health Sciences Building

200 University Ave West, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada N2L 3G1

Hack4Health 2017 - Sponsorship Package 1

Dear friends,

For the third year running, the Faculty of Applied Health Sciences and the Murray Alzheimer

Research and Education Program (MAREP) at the University of Waterloo are planning a

hackathon specifically focused on two neurological conditions: Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and

Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Hack4Health (H4H) is a non-traditional hackathon

with a focus on social impact and improving quality of life for those living with MS or a form

of dementia.

Hackathons typically brings together computer programmers, software and hardware

developers, graphic designers and project managers alongside other enthusiastic participants

who will collaborate in an effort to create new and accessible technology and social solutions.

Hack4Health provides an exciting space for the creation of practical applications (software,

hardware, and social solutions) for people living with MS or Alzheimer’s disease and other

dementias. The applications that emerge from this productive 2-day event will benefit people

affected by and/or living with MS and Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, enhance the

profile of both conditions, inspire cutting-edge research at the University of Waterloo, and

provide an invaluable platform for social innovation.

Over the past two year this hackathon has resulted in over 50 innovative ideas, four new

companies, and several products already in clinical trials.

We would like to invite you to join us in creating a space of social breakthrough - and play a

vital role as an agent of change in our community!

Karla Boluk Lisa Loiselle

Co-Chair, H4H Planning Committee Co-Chair, H4H Planning Committee

Assistant professor Associate Director

Faculty of Applied Health Sciences Murray Alzheimer Research and Education Program


Did You Know?

Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias and MS are considered degenerative neurological

conditions.

Persons living with these conditions often experience a loss of normal motor functioning, a

change in mood, and a gradual loss of cognitive abilities.

There is no single test to diagnose either condition.

The exact cause is unknown for MS and for dementia. As a result there is no known

prevention.

Although symptoms may be similar for those living with dementia and those living with

MS, no two people with either condition are alike. Everyone is unique in the way they

experience their disease.

Quality of life is significantly impacted for people living with either condition.

There is no known cure for either MS or dementia. Current medications are designed to

slow the progression of the disease.

The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada and the Alzheimer Society share in their mission –

to find a cure and enable people affected by the disease to enhance their quality of life.

MS Dementia

Canada has the highest rate of MS in the

world.

More than 750,000 Canadians are living with

dementia.

MS is the most common neurological

disease affecting young adults in their

productive years; the average age of

diagnosis is 31.

In 2011, the first wave of baby boomers

turned 65. The risk for dementia doubles

every five years after age 65. Dementia affects

individuals under the age of 65 as well,

accounting for between 2 and 10 percent of all

cases.

Every day, three more people in Canada

are diagnosed with MS.

By 2031, the number of Canadians living with

dementia will rise to 1.4 million.


Event Sponsorship

Benefits

Platinum

Sponsor

($10,000)

Gold

Sponsor

($5,000)

Silver

Sponsor

($2,500)

Bronze

Sponsor

($1,000)

Prize

Sponsor

Logo & link on H4H website

(Preferred)

Recognition through social

media (Facebook & Twitter) Logo recognition on pre-event

poster (Preferred)

Opportunity to welcome

delegates to the event

Logo recognition during event

on sponsor slide show (Preferred)

Exhibition space

(Preferred)

Option to

purchase

exhibition

space at

50% off

Option to

purchase

exhibition

space at

25% off

Acknowledgement during

event opening and wrap-up Post-event recognition in e-

newsletter (Preferred)

Donations

If you or your company would like to make a monetary donation, please fill out the contract

form and specify the amount you would like to contribute. You will receive a tax receipt and

your name will be listed as a donor in the thank you message on the website after the event.


Other Sponsorship Opportunities

Exhibitor - $500

As an Exhibitor, you will receive the following benefits:

Two days of exhibit opportunities

Acknowledgement in event program booklet

One six-foot exhibit table

Free access to internet and electricity

Acknowledgement on event website

Lunch and snack provided on both days

Participant bag insert (approximately 150) - $500/insert


Logo recognition during event on sponsor slide show

Participant swag (e.g., t-shirt, water bottles, pens) – In-kind



Food breaks | Reception

Acknowledgement in food area



Breakfast (x2) - $1,500

Lunch (x2) - $2,500

Dinner (x1) - $3,500

Reception (x2) – $1,500

Your contribution will greatly contribute to the success of Hack4Health!


Sponsorship & Exhibiting Agreement

___________________________________________________________________ (Name of Business) would be

pleased to sponsor Hack4Health.

(Please select a Sponsorship Level from the options below)

_____ Platinum Sponsor ……..… $10,000 _____ Exhibitor …………………..… $500

_____ Gold Sponsor ……………..... $5,000 _____ Bag Inserts …………….……..$500

_____ Silver Sponsor ….….………. $2,500 _____ Food/Reception…………….$ _______________

_____ Bronze Sponsor ………........ $1,000

_____ Prize Sponsor/Other.......... $_________________ (please specify amount or dollar value) for:

______________________________________________________________________________________________________

(please specify Prize or Other Sponsorship Opportunity, if applicable)

Sponsor Contact Information:

Company name: __________________________________________________________________________________

Contact name: ____________________________________________________________________________________

Telephone: ________________________________________________________________________________________

Company Address: _______________________________________________________________________________

Province: _________________________________________ Postal Code: ______________________________

Email: ______________________________________________________________________________________________

Signature: ___________________________________________________ Date: ______________________________

Please make all cheques payable to – “University of Waterloo – MAREP”, and send it along with

a signed copy of this form to verify your sponsorship acceptance. Send all information to:

University of Waterloo, Faculty of Applied Health Sciences, 200 University Ave. W., LHI 1629

Waterloo, ON, N2L 3G1 Attn: Lisa Loiselle, Associate Director of MAREP E-Mail:

[email protected]

Thanks for supporting Hack4Health!

Charitable #119260685RR0001


Who we are

University of Waterloo, Faculty of Applied Health Sciences:

Committed to improving the quality of life for individuals and communities through innovative

education and research activities, Applied Health Sciences is a leader in the development of

strategies that prevent disease and injury, protect and promote healthy living, optimize

physical ability, and improve well-being across the life course.

Murray Alzheimer Research and Education Program:

The Murray Alzheimer Research and Education Program (MAREP) is an innovative program

that adopts a partnership approach and integrates research and educational activities in an

effort to improve dementia care practices in Canada and around the world. Although MAREP's

research projects are funded by research grants, all of its knowledge translation activities are

funded through donations and charitable gifts from individuals and groups.

Contact Us

Lisa Loiselle

200 University Avenue West, LHI 1629

Waterloo, Ontario N2L 3G1

Phone: 519-888-4567, ext. 35040

Email: [email protected]

Web: uwaterloo.ca/hack4health

In partnership with:

https://uwaterloo.ca/murray-alzheimer-research-and-education-program/about/authentic-partnership-model

https://uwaterloo.ca/murray-alzheimer-research-and-education-program/research

https://uwaterloo.ca/murray-alzheimer-research-and-education-program/education-and-knowledge-translation

mailto:[email protected]

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