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HUMANITAR IAN OF THE YEARHONORING JACK & SUZI HANNA

MARCH 2, 2020HYATT REGENCY DOWNTOWN COLUMBUS

11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

HISTORYThe Humanitarian of the Year award, presented annually by the American Red Cross of Central Ohio since 1997, honors a local individual who has great humanitarian concern for our community and who has made our community a better place to live and work. Based on the Fundamental Principles of the World Red Cross Movement—humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, volunteer service, unity and universality—the award finds focus in the first of these principles—Humanity.

While recognizing these good neighbors for their humanitarian work, the event also serves as an important source of revenue for our local Red Cross Chapter. The funds generated by the luncheon support the lifesaving services and programs of the Red Cross in Franklin, Fayette, Madison and Pickaway Counties.

With an average of attendance of more than 500 guests, the Humanitarian of the Year Luncheon has also allowed our Red Cross a chance to tell our story to community leaders and donors and serves as an important source of revenue for our local Red Cross Chapter.

After using a traditional “speaker” approach in the first event with Elizabeth Dole, we have moved to crisply produced programs which marry inspiration, information and entertainment, and are supported by expert consultants and tight internal staffing.

Our Red Cross chapter leverages this event as an opportunity to address current, pertinent issues while underscoring the importance of our mission: to help people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies before disasters strike. Your affiliation with this respected event will help the American Red Cross of Central Ohio project its message to the community and, ultimately, help save lives in central Ohio.


EVENT OVERVIEWThe Humanitarian of the Year luncheon accomplishes three primary goals. Firstly, it publicly recognizes our honoree for his/her accomplishments. Secondly, it educates local business and community leaders in the audience about the American Red Cross and its work in Central Ohio. Lastly, the event serves as a source of revenue, grossing more than $3.5 million since its inception in 1997. The funds generated by the luncheon support the life-saving services and programs of the Red Cross in our community. The event is designed in segments with each segment developed to meet specific objectives:

The American Red Cross takes great pride in coordinating, designing and hosting a top-notch event. We make every attempt to make sure the details are in accordance with the wishes of our honoree(s), Board of Directors, Presenting Sponsors and Honorary Chair.

PAST HUMANITAR IAN OF THE YEAR HONOREES 1997 Dimon McFerson

1998 John G. & Jeanne McCoy

1999 Frank Wobst*

2000 John H. McConnell*

2001 Reverend Leon Troy

2002 Loann W. Crane

2003 Alex Shumate

2004 Teckie Shackelford

2005 Robert Weiler, Sr.

2006 Nancy Jeffrey*

2007 Ann & Ron Pizzuti

2008 Carl F. Kohrt, Ph.D.

2009 The Ingram Family

2010 Jay and Jeanie Schottenstein

2011 Michael G. Morris

2012 Larry and Donna James

2013 Ohio National Guard

2014 The Crane Family

2015 Thomas Feeney

2016 Nationwide

2017 The Grote Family

2018 Dr. Arthur G. H. Bing

2019 The Honorable Yvette McGee Brown

*Deceased


Jack and Suzi Hanna never anticipated the adventures ahead after meeting at Muskingum College and marrying in 1968. Ten years later when Jack became the director of the Columbus Zoo, the Hannas were perfectly positioned to lead the Zoo and the entire zoological world into the 21st century.

Over their last 40+ years in Columbus, Jack and Suzi have brought wildlife and conservation education to audiences around the world through Jack’s countless TV appearances, speeches, and their three award-winning TV series: Jack Hanna’s Animal Adventures, Into the Wild and Wild Countdown. Having the privilege of traveling to Africa more than forty times, the country that has truly captured their heart is Rwanda. They are longtime supporters of Rwandan wildlife and humanitarian organizations, including Partners In Conservation and Gorilla Doctors.

The Hannas love to hike and treasure time with friends and family. They have three daughters, six grandchildren, and a new golden retriever puppy.

JACK AND SUZI HANNA

CORPORATE SPONSORSH IP OPPORTUN IT IES


Present ing Sponsor | $35 ,000As the Presenting Sponsor, your company is provided with the opportunity to align itself with the Humanitarian of the Year Award in one of the most prominent ways possible—highlighting your support of the American Red Cross Mission as well as the incredible philanthropic work of Jack & Suzi Hanna. This provides significant marketing exposure and networking opportunities for your company.

HONORARY CHAIR | VIP RECEPTION HOST OVERVIEW

• Welcome Address and Introductions with Jack & Suzi Hanna

• Host of the Pre-Event Private Reception, by invitation only

– Reserved for the President/CEO of companies sponsoring the event at $10,000 or above

MEDIA PROMOTIONS• Red Cross Press Release to Central Ohio

media outlets – Corporate Quote from your President/CEO

• Social Media Banner with company logo – Display on your Company’s Social Media Pages and share with your employees (Banner displayed on Ohio Buckeye Region, Red Cross Facebook page and Social Media posts)

• Social Media Posts on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn

– Corporate Quote from your President/CEO – Two posts in advance of event and one post-event “Thank You”

• Event Website Recognition – Landing Page: Company Logo, Tagline, and Link to website

MARKETING VISIBILITY• Exclusive branding rights on all

promotional materials

• Recognition on front of event invitation

• Full-page advertorial in event program

• Prominent logo placement on event day signage: – Projected at hotel entrance – Premier logo placement throughout program: presentation deck and program

• Recognition on your company’s table signage

• Opportunity to provide company-branded products at the event

ON-STAGE PRESENCE• Verbal recognition as the Presenting Sponsor

and “thank you”

• Logo included on stage signage

EVENT TICKETING AND SEATING• Pre-Event Private Reception, Hosted by

Presenting Sponsor, invitation only event with Jack & Suzi Hanna

• 20 tickets to Pre-Event Private Reception – Includes coffee and light bites

• 2 Complimentary table(s) of 10 guests each – Prominent Placement

• 20 Tickets to Event Luncheon – Exclusive Discount Code for additional ticket sales

– Includes: lunch and dessert

EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT• Opportunity to invite 15 employees to tour

the Red Cross Blood Facilities

• Opportunity for employees to volunteer



Conservat ion Sponsor | $ 25 ,000As the Conservation Sponsor, your company is provided with the opportunity to align itself with the Humanitarian of the Year Award—highlighting your support of the Red Cross Mission as well as the incredible philanthropic work of Jack & Suzi Hanna. This provides marketing exposure and significant recognition at the event itself.

MEDIA PROMOTIONS• Red Cross Press Release to Ohio media outlets

– Corporate Mention



– Corporate Mention – One post in advance of event and one post-event “Thank You”

• Event Website Recognition – Landing Page: Company Logo

MARKETING VISIBILITY• Branding on all promotional materials

• Recognition on inside of event invitation


• Logo placement on event day signage: – Projected at hotel entrance – Logo placement throughout program: presentation deck and program


• Opportunity to provide company-branded products at the event.

ON-STAGE PRESENCE• Verbal recognition as our Conservation Sponsor


EVENT TICKETING AND SEATING• 20 tickets to Pre-Event Private Reception,

invitation only event with Jack & Suzi Hanna – Includes coffee and light bites

• 2 Complimentary table(s) of 10 guests each – Prominent Placement

• 20 Tickets to Event Luncheon – Exclusive Discount Code for additional ticket sales







Preservat ion Sponsor | $ 15 ,000As the Preservation Sponsor, your company is provided with the opportunity to align itself with the Humanitarian of the Year Award—highlighting your support of the Red Cross Mission as well as the incredible philanthropic work of Jack & Suzi Hanna. This provides marketing exposure and significant recognition at the event itself.





– Corporate Mention – One post in advance of event and one post-event “Thank You”

• Event Website Recognition – Landing Page: Company Logo


• Recognition on inside of event invitation


• Logo placement on event day signage: – Projected at hotel entrance – Logo placement throughout program: presentation deck and program


ON-STAGE PRESENCE• Specialized verbal recognition as our

Preservation Sponsor




• 1 Complimentary table(s) of 10 guests

• 10 Tickets to Event Luncheon – Includes: lunch and dessert






Advocacy Sponsor | $ 1 0 ,000As the Advocacy Sponsor, your company is provided with the opportunity to align itself with the Humanitarian of the Year Award to Jack and Suzi Hanna and a specific program of the American Red Cross. Unless noted otherwise these are co-alignment opportunities with one or more companies sharing sponsorship.



• Social Media Banner – Display on your Company’s Social Media Pages and share with your employees (Banner displayed on Ohio Buckeye Region, Red Cross Facebook page and Social Media posts)


– Corporate Listed – One post in advance of event and one post-event “Thank You”

• Event Website Recognition – Landing Page: Company Listed



• Company listed on event day signage: – Projected at hotel entrance – Presentation deck and program


• *Logo alignment in program with a pre-selected line of service or program

– Blood Services – Disaster Services (3 Opportunities)

– Home Fire Program, Disaster Response, and Disaster Recovery

– International Services – Service to the Armed Forces – Training Services



• 1 Complimentary table(s) of 10 guests


EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT• Opportunity for employees to volunteer



Volunteer Serv ice Sponsor | $ 7,500As the Volunteer Sponsor, your company is provided with the opportunity to align itself with the Humanitarian of the Year Award to Jack and Suzi Hanna and with our Volunteer Services program of the American Red Cross. Unless noted otherwise, this could be a co-alignment opportunity with one or more companies sharing this sponsorship.

MEDIA PROMOTIONS• Social Media Banner

– Display on your Company’s Social Media Pages and share with your employees (Banner displayed on Ohio Buckeye Region, Red Cross Facebook page and Social Media posts)


MARKETING VISIBILITY• Branding on promotional materials


• Company listed on event day signage: – Projected at hotel entrance – Presentation deck and program


• *Logo alignment in program and Volunteer booklet with Volunteer Services

– Logo included on Volunteer badges

EVENT TICKETING AND SEATING• 1 Complimentary table(s) of 10 guests





Table Sponsorsh ip Opportun it i e sAs a Table Sponsor, you can have the opportunity to align your business with the American Red Cross and secure a table for the Humanitarian of the Year Award to Jack and Suzi Hanna.

Wildl i fe Sponsor | $5 ,000MEDIA PROMOTIONS



MARKETING VISIBILITY• Company Listed on presentation deck

and program






Zookeeper Sponsor | $3 ,000MEDIA PROMOTIONS


MARKETING VISIBILITY• Company listed on presentation deck

and program

• Half-page advertorial in event program







L ion Sponsor | $ 1 ,500MEDIA PROMOTIONS


MARKETING VISIBILITY• Company name listed on presentation deck

and program


EVENT TICKETING AND SEATING• Reserved seating for 4 guests


T iger Sponsor | $ 750MEDIA PROMOTIONS



and program



Bear Sponsor | $500MEDIA PROMOTIONS



and program



OH My! Individual Safari Ticket(s) AvailableReserved seating for one guest, includes lunch and dessert

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