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2019 Sponsorship & Marketing Opportunities

“An ounce of prevention is worth more than a pound of cure.”

- Benjamin FranklinEstablished in 2007, Be the Solution is dedicated to pre-venting the cycle of suffering for unwanted pets living in shelters and on the street.

Spaying and neutering pets is vital

to ending pet overpopulation in our

community. Unwanted pets often

end up in the shelter and face the

possibility of euthanization or live a

dangerous life on the streets where

disease and early death is common.

Consider these sobering statistics:

• One female cat and her off-spring can theoretically produce 420,000 cats in seven years 

• One female dog and her offspring can theoretically produce 67,000 dogs in six years

• The average cost of spaying or neutering a pet is less than the cost of raising a litter of puppies or kittens 

• On average, it costs U.S. taxpayers approximately $100 to capture, house, feed, and eventually euthanize every homeless animal.

* The statistics above were reported by SnapUS.org

Our MissionWe work passionately to end pet overpopulation and euthanasia in our

community by promoting and facilitating affordable spay and neuter

surgeries. 

Community NeedThousands of dogs and cats in the Tallahassee-area are euthanized

annually. There are simply not enough homes for unwanted animals

and their litters. Be The Solution helps prevent unwanted litters from the

beginning by offering financial assistance to Tallahassee-area residents

for spay and neuter surgeries.

Seeing the ImpactBe the Solution had a record-breaking year in 2017 with

3,829 spay and neuter surgeries completed. This resulted in our total

number of animals fixed to over 20,000. More importantly, Animal

Shelter intakes decreased dramatically over the past several

years. In 2017, the shelter’s pet intake number was 5,386— a

decrease of over 5,000 animals since 2009. Euthanasia rates have

decreased as well. In 2009, the percentage of euthanizations was 57%

of shelter intakes. In 2017, that number dropped to 23%

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It Takes a VillageProviding low-cost and no-cost spay and neuter vouchers takes a community-wide effort. Through a growing network of

volunteers, veterinarians and donors across our community, we are able to fund this vital service.

Who Funds the Surgeries?

The Tallahassee community is fortunate

to have a number of talented and caring

veterinarians. Be the Solution has part-

nered with several of these generous

individuals who donate the bulk of the

surgery cost. Each month, they spend

their time, staff time and resources to

provide spay and neuter surgeries for

a fraction of what they normally charge

because they, too, are committed to

ending pet overpopulation. Without

their help, our program would not be

possible.

The next largest portion of the cost is

paid by Be the Solution. As a 501(c)3,

we rely on a number of fundraising ef-

forts and volunteers in order to cover

the costs and keep the program going.

We raise the bulk of our funds through

our signature event, Tally Top Pet. Since

it’s inception in 2011, it has become a

beloved community contest that has

captured the heart and support of Talla-

hassee. Our other funding avenues in-

clude “The Fix” Thrift Shop, grants and

community donors.

Each time we issue a voucher, Be the

Solution takes the time to explain the

costs that are shared to provide this

valuable service. For those clients who

receive public assistance such as Food

Stamps, Medicaid or Disability, they have

a $5.00 copay as their contribution to-

wards the cost of the surgery for their pet.

For clients who are not on any form of

public assistance, their co-pay is $20.00

per cat and $30.00 per dog. Not surpris-

ingly some of our clients have turned into

donors once they are on their feet again.

Local Veterinarians Be the Solution Our Clients

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Together, We’re Making a DifferenceSince 2007, our combined efforts have resulted in seeing more than 20,000 animals fixed, keeping countless more out of our

shelter and off the streets.

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Tally Top Pet 2019

Tally Top Pet is Be The Solution’s signature event. Tally Top Pet

receives the most media coverage and the and a tremendous

amount of public and community support from pet lovers of all ages.

The Tally Top Pet Photo contest is held annually by Be The Solution, Inc.

Members of our community enter a photo of their pet in the contest

along with a story, so that others can vote. The cost of entering the

contest is $10 and each vote is only $1. All proceeds from Tally Top Pet

raised provide financial assistance to area pet owners who cannot afford the cost of the spay or neuter surgery! The pet photo

contest runs for one week with prizes for winners. The pet with the most votes earns the distinguished title as Tallahassee’s

Top Pet! This program’s success is a direct result of our citizens that join the contest and our incredible sponsors. Learn more

at TallyTopPet.com!

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Meet RudydukeLike many of the stories shared during Tally Top Pet, Rudyduke is a rescue dog. When

he joined Rob and Angie Wyche’s family, he was malnourished, deaf and anxiety-

ridden. He also had no trust in people due to very little positive human contact. None

of this dissuaded Rob, co-founder of VOCAL - the Voices of Chance Animal League. He

removed his communication barriers by teaching Rudyduke sign language and while

he was at it, removed the critters living in his coat to make him more comfortable. In

time, Rudyduke learned to trust and felt and fell in love.

Stories like these flood the Tally Top Pet website along with votes. From rescue dogs to services dogs, shelter animals to designer breeds, owners of animals of all shapes and sizes participate in Tally Top Pet to celebrate their animal companions and support a cause they believe in.

Our 2015 Tally Top Pet

Meet Carter the 2016 Tally Top Pet

Our 2016 Tally Top Pet was Carter, a sweet senior dog who spent his days at

Bainbridge Decatur County Humane Society. Thanks to the support of the good

people at the Bainbridge Decatur Humane Society, Carter not only got a lot of

attention and votes, he also got adopted and is now he’s spending his retirement

years in a happy, loving home. If you are in search of finding a pet to provide a

forever home to, we hope you’ll keep them in mind. They have a whole lot of pets

and even more heart!Our 2016 Tally Top Pet

http://TallyTopPet.com

Sponsoring Tally Top Pet is Good for Your Business

The are many reasons why you should consider becoming a Be the Solution Sponsor. Here’s a few more:

Reach Your Target AudienceTally Top Pet participants range from Millennials to Boomers who all have one thing in common - they love their

pets! Participants are single or married and many have young families. Some are retired and others are building

their careers. All have discretionary incomes that they use in part to support causes that resonate with their core

value of making a difference.

Watch Your Impact Ripple Not only do sponsors receive exposure in:

• Ads in publications that target households with a $100,000+ income (for Presenting and Top Dog Level Sponsors);

• Billboards that receive 1.5 million impressions (for Presenting Level Sponsors Only);• Logo placement (linked to your website) on our sites BeTheSolution.us and TallyTopPet.com;• Posters and flyers that blanket Tallahassee; and• Exposure to our growing Facebook audience of more than 3,000 people

Your logo is also viewed by every person that posts their pet’s image on our site and the thousands more that go

to our site to vote. Sponsoring Tally Top Pet gives you the ultimate exposure to the clients you’re seeking.

Partner with a Well-Respected Non ProfitBe the Solution is one of the most well-loved 501(c)3 non-profits in our community. We’ve built relationships with

pet-organizations across the Big Bend that range from the well-known Leon County Humane Society to other less

known, but impactful organizations such as the Pet Ad Litem Program.

We are regularly on site at most pet-friendly events issuing spay and neuter vouchers and chances are you’ve seen

our BTS magnets on cars around town. Partnering with Be The Solution means you are partnering with a brand

that is trusted, established and respected. Join us by sponsoring Tally Top Pet today.

Event Naming RightsOrganization Name included in Event Ex: “Tally Top Pet Presented By ________”

BTS Vehicle WrapLogo prominently placed on the BTS Spay and Neuter Commuter Van

Billboard and Media AdvertisementsName and/or logo included in on billboards

Weekly Social Media RecognitionDuring Tally Top Pet contest

Print AdvertisementsName and/or logo included in advertisements the Tallahassee Democrat and Tallahassee Magazine

Store Window RecognitionName and logo posted for 12 months. The shop is located in a high traffic plaza

BTS WebsiteLinked logo posted for 12 months

Flyers and PostersName and/or logo featured on flyers and posters throughout the community

In-Store Materials Display At “The Fix” Thrift Shop for 12 months

Recognition in BTS email newsletters

Tally Top Pet WebsiteLinked logo posted for 12 months

Monthly Social Media RecognitionDuring Tally Top Pet contest

Presenting Sponsor$10,000

Top DogSponsor$5,000

City Kitty Sponsor$2,500

Spay & Neuter

Sponsor$1,000

No More Strays

Sponsor$500

PreventionSponsor

$250

Tally Top Pet Sponsorship Benefits

Tally Top Pet Sponsorship Agreement

COMPANY NAME / PERSONAL NAME

CONTACT NAME:

ADDRESS:

CITY/STATE:

ZIP:

PHONE:

EMAIL:

Please select from the sponsorship levels below:

____ PRESENTING SPONSOR................ $10,000

____ TOP DOG SPONSOR..................... $5,000

____ CITY KITTY SPONSOR..................... $2,500

____ SPAY AND NEUTER SPONSOR......... $1,000

____ NO MORE STRAYS.......................... $500

____ PREVENTION SPONSOR.................. $250

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Please submit logo in .jpeg format to bethesolution.inc@gmail.com by February 1, 2019. Make checks payable to Be The Solution, Inc. and mail to

1400 Village Square Blvd., #3-306, Tallahassee, FL 32312. Be The Solution, Inc. is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization. ID# 208492640.

1400 Village Square Blvd., Suite 3-306Tallahassee, Florida 32312

(850) 545-2043

www.BeTheSolution.us

BeTheSolution.inc@gmail.com