Lehigh Valley February 18, 2017
Why should you be a part of the plunge? The Polar Plunge benefits Special Olympics Pennsylvania and the thousands of children and adults with intellectual disabilities who develop improved physical fitness and motor skills, greater self-confidence and a more positive self-image as a result of receiving year-round training and competition programs – all at no cost to themselves or their families.
About Special Olympics Pennsylvania:
Special Olympics Pennsylvania provides year-round training and competition in 21 Olympic-type sports to nearly 20,000 children and adults with intellectual disabilities or closely related developmental disabilities. For more information about how you can help “Reveal the Champion Inside” thousands of Special Olympics athletes, visit www.specialolympicspa.org. Read more about our event and our available sponsorship packages.
Are you looking for the opportunity to participate in one of the best events this year? Do you want to get your company’s name in front of the masses? Would you like to show your employees and investors your dedication to your community? Consider a sponsorship at the LEHIGH VALLEY POLAR PLUNGE.
What is the Plunge? The Polar Plunge is a unique opportunity for individuals, organizations, and businesses to support local Special Olympics athletes by jumping or running into icy cold waters. Plunge participants take a quick dip in the river to raise funds for Special Olympics Pennsylvania, the state's largest year-round organization devoted to sports training and competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. This year there are nine Plunges statewide to choose from. Jumping into icy cold water really not your thing? You can still participate and show your support by making a pledge to a braver soul. Join us and be "Freezin' for a Reason" – Take the Plunge!
Package Includes:
Exclusive Presenting Sponsor of the 2017 Special Olympics Pennsylvania Lehigh Valley Polar Plunge
Full promotional rights, including license to use SOPA Polar Plunge logo and SOPA marks
Extensive media coverage from television, newspaper, radio and online partners
Logo prominently displayed on digital billboards throughout the Lehigh Valley in January
Recognition as presenting sponsor on day of event signage
Opportunity for company representative to speak prior to the Plunge
Opportunity for company representative to do a check presentation with SOPA President and celebrity plungers
Unique collaborations/opportunities that add value to your partnership (as determined by sponsor)
Logo prominently displayed on commemorative 2017 SOPA Polar Plunge long sleeve t-shirt/sweatshirt, given to all Plunge participants and volunteers
Logo prominently displayed on SOPA homepage (www.specialolympicspa.org), Plunge webpage (www.plungepa.org) and link to sponsor site (if applicable)
Name/Logo recognition in SOPA Digital Newsletter sent to more than 20,000 athletes, coaches, board and donors across the state
Name/logo recognition via SOPA Twitter and Facebook accounts
Recognition as Presenting Sponsor in all pre and post Plunge press releases
Optional employee volunteer opportunity on Plunge day or at future SOPA competitions or events
Booth space for sampling and/or display at event site
Opportunity to display company banners at event venue
Forty (40) company representatives invited to take the Plunge
Forty (40) complimentary Plunge t-shirts
(One available)
Package Includes:
Exclusive Sponsor and Naming Opportunity of “Plunge Town” (where refreshments, games and activities are located for our plungers and guests)
Full promotional rights, including license to use SOPA Polar Plunge logo and other SOPA marks
Media coverage from television, newspaper, radio and online partners (Lehigh Valley and surrounding area)
Sponsor recognition on “day of” event signage
Opportunity for company representative to do a check presentation with SOPA President and celebrity plungers
Unique collaborations/opportunities that add value to your partnership (as determined by sponsor)
Logo prominently displayed on commemorative 2017 SOPA Polar Plunge long sleeve t-shirt/sweatshirt, given to all Plunge participants and volunteers
Logo prominently displayed on SOPA Plunge homepage (www.plungepa.org) and on SOPA website (www.specialolympicspa.org) and link to sponsor site (if applicable)
Name/Logo Recognition in SOPA Digital Newsletter sent to more than 20,000 athletes, coaches, board and donors across the state
Name/logo recognition via SOPA Twitter and Facebook accounts
Recognition in all pre and post Plunge press releases
Optional employee volunteer opportunity on Plunge day or at future SOPA competitions or events
Booth space for sampling and/or display at event site
Thirty (30) company representatives invited to take the Plunge
Thirty (30) complimentary Plunge t-shirts
Glacial Sponsor $5,000 (Maximum of 5
sponsorships available)
Package Includes:
Choice of naming rights to: Top School Team Award, Top Team Award and Top Individual Award
Media coverage from television, newspaper, radio and online partners (Lehigh Valley and surrounding area)
Option to fulfill or split sponsorship commitment with a corporate team (corporate team fundraising goal is determined by the sponsor)
Logo prominently displayed on commemorative 2017 Lehigh Valley Polar Plunge t-shirt/sweatshirt, given to all Plunge participants and volunteers
Logo recognition on SOPA website (www.specialolympicspa.org) and Lehigh Valley Polar Plunge website (www.plungepa.org)
Opportunity for company representative to pose for a check presentation with SOPA President and celebrity plungers
Name/Logo Recognition in SOPA Digital Newsletter sent to more than 20,000 athletes, coaches, board and donors across the state
Name/logo recognition via SOPA Twitter and Facebook accounts
Booth space for sampling and/or display at event site
Sponsor recognition on “day of” event signage
Optional employee volunteer opportunity on Plunge day or at future SOPA competitions or events
Twelve (12) company representatives invited to take the plunge
Twelve (12) complimentary Plunge t-shirts
Iceberg Sponsor $2,500
Package Includes:
Logo recognition on commemorative 2017 Lehigh Valley Polar Plunge T-shirt/sweatshirt, given to all Plunge participants
Option to fulfill or split sponsorship commitment with a corporate team (corporate team fundraising goal is determined by the sponsor)
Sponsor recognition on “day of” event signage
Name/Logo Recognition in SOPA Digital Newsletter sent to more than 20,000 athletes, coaches, board and donors across the state
Logo recognition on SOPA website (www.specialolympicspa.org) and the Polar Plunge webpage (www.plungepa.org)
Eight (8) company representatives invited to take the plunge
Eight (8) complimentary Plunge t-shirts
Crystal Sponsor $1,000 Package Includes:
Logo recognition on commemorative 2017 Lehigh Valley Polar Plunge
T-shirt/sweatshirt, given to all Plunge participants
Logo recognition on SOPA website (www.specialolympicspa.org)
Sponsor recognition on “day of” event signage
Option to fulfill or split sponsorship commitment with a corporate team (corporate team fundraising goal is determined by the sponsor)
Five (5) company representatives invited to take the plunge
Five (5) complimentary Plunge t-shirts
In-Kind Gifts Special Olympics Pennsylvania welcomes in-kind gifts and sponsorships
Benefits to in-kind sponsorships:
Increase your presence within the community
Allows your business to reach new audiences
A great way for a business to show their support
In-kind items needed for the Lehigh Valley Polar Plunge:
Baskets and gift certificates to be used for a raffle or a prize
Food and beverage donations
Product donations
And much more!
If you are interested in partnering with the Lehigh Valley Polar Plunge, please contact Eric Cushing for more information at [email protected].
Corporate Volunteer Opportunities
Special Olympics Pennsylvania successfully operates through the generous support of our many volunteers. If your company is looking for an interactive and rewarding way to spend the day, please think about volunteering at the Lehigh Valley Polar Plunge.
We welcome corporate groups of all sizes and offer jobs in the following areas:
Event Registration
Corporate fundraising teams
Event set-up and clean-up
“Ask Me” volunteers to help direct our guests
Managing Costume Contest
Organizing and facilitating activities
SPONSORSHIP FORM Please fill-out the following form to confirm your chosen sponsorship package. Completed forms can be returned to Eric Cushing, at [email protected]. Please contact us with any questions at (610) 630-9450 ext. 229 CONTACT INFORMATION: _________________________________________________ ____________________________________________ Company Name Contact Person __________________________________________________ ___________________________________________ Contact E-mail Address Contact Phone Number ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Address City/State/Zip Code SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES: ____ $20,000 Presenting Sponsor ____ $10,000 Arctic Sponsor ____ $5,000 Glacial Sponsor ____ $2,500 Iceberg Sponsor ____ $1,000 Crystal Sponsor ____ In-Kind Donation $ ___________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________ Total Sponsorship Cost Signature Date THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING SPECIAL OLYMPICS PENNSYLVANIA! Our staff will contact you to discuss event arrangements, sponsorship benefits, and recognition once your completed sponsorship form is received. Please send your high-resolution color and black-and-white logos (.EPS or vector preferred) to [email protected]
PAYMENT INFORMATION: ____ Please send me an invoice ____ I have enclosed a check made payable to the Special Olympics PA ____ Please charge my credit card Card Type: Visa / MC / AmEx / Discover __________________________________________________ Card Number _______________________ _________________ Expiration Date Security Code