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Exciting Opportunity to Sponsor the $25,000 Franktown Meadows Hunter Derby
Written by: Lindsay McCall Client:Franktown Meadows Hunter Derby Release Date:2010-07-29
Carson City, NV July 29, 2010 The opportunity to sponsor an international equestrian event is still available. The $25,000 Franktown Meadows Hunter Derby, which takes place on September 19, 2010, will be the first west coast hunter derby in history. There are multiple levels of sponsorship ranging in price from $100 to $25,000. Included with certain sponsorship levels are VIP tables, preferred seating, a champagne brunch, and many marketing opportunities. The hunter derby is an ideal venue for sponsors to entertain their guests, increase networking, and demonstrate philanthropic commitment to Northern Nevada and the California community. This event will feature many of the top- ranked equestrians in the nation and many equestrian and business community members from the Greater Reno/Tahoe area.
Potential Sponsors may visit www.fmhunterderby.com and click on the Sponsors tab. From the Sponsors website page the sponsor packet may be downloaded and filled out. Checks can be made payable to: Parasol Tahoe Community Foundation, 948 Incline Way, Incline Village, NV 89451. As a not-for-profit organization, incorporated under IRS code section 501(c)(3), donations made to the Parasol Tahoe Community Foundation are eligible for tax deduction. Questions or comments regarding sponsorships should be directed to Lynne Garnett at 775-722-4261 or email Lynne@franktownmeadows.com.
Levels of Sponsorship:
Derby Day Title Sponsor $25,000
3 Blue Ribbon Tables (center front row)
Champagne Brunch
Name and/or Logo on T-Shirts Worn by Derby Day Ring Staff
Name and/or Logo on all Print Advertising
Featured Press Release
Full Page, Back Cover Advertisement in Commemorative Program
Full Page, Inside Front Cover Advertisement in Prize List
Event Signage throughout Derby Day Facility
Banner Signage on Scoreboard
Featured Derby Jump Design
Product Placement via Spectator/Exhibitor
P.A. Announcements throughout the Day
Participation in Presentation of Awards
*(signage to be provided by the sponsor)
Derby Premiere Sponsor $15,000
2 Blue Ribbon Tables (center front row)
Champagne Brunch
Name and/or Logo on all Print Advertising
Full page, Inside Back Cover Advertisement in Commemorative Program
Event Signage throughout Derby Day Facility
Signage on Scoreboard
P.A. Announcements throughout the Day
Participation in Presentation of Awards
*(signage to be provided by the sponsor)
Derby Supporting Sponsor $10,000
2 Blue Ribbon Tables (front row)
Champagne Brunch
Full Page Advertisement in Commemorative Program
Event Signage in High Traffic Areas (4)
Logo on Scoreboard
P.A. Announcements (4)
Name and/or Logo on all Print Advertising
*(signage to be provided by the sponsor)
Gold Level Sponsor $5,000
1 Blue Ribbon Table
Champagne Brunch
Event Signage in High Traffic Areas (3)
Logo on Scoreboard
P.A. Announcement (1)
Half Page Advertisement in Commemorative Program
*(signage to be provided by the sponsor)
Silver Level Sponsor $3,500
1 Blue Ribbon Table
Champagne Brunch
Event Signage in High Traffic Area (1)
Logo on Scoreboard
*(signage to be provided by the sponsor)
Bronze Level Sponsor $1,000
Event Signage in High Traffic Area (1)
Logo on Scoreboard
P.A. Announcement
*(signage to be provided by the sponsor)
Friends of the Industry $500
Name on Derby Jump Keepsake Plaque
Name on Course Description Signage at Entrance of the VIP Sponsor Tent
Donation to Parasol Tahoe Community Foundation $100 - $300
Name Recognition at Entrance of the VIP Sponsor Tent
For more information about the $25,000 Franktown Meadows Hunter Derby or to become a sponsor please visit http://www.fmhunterderby.com. Phone calls should be directed to Lynne Garnett at 775-722-4261, email Lynne@Franktownmeadows.com.
The $25,000 Franktown Meadows Hunter Derby Fast Facts
EVENT: The Franktown Meadows Hunter Derby will be the first standalone hunter derby on the west coast. The derby will be a member event of the United States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA) International Hunter Derby Series. This charitable event benefits the Parasol Tahoe Community Foundation, a non-profit charitable organization that aids the Northern Nevada area.
WHAT: Over the course of three days, riders and spectators will enjoy a variety of exciting events with the best riders, judges, and course designers the sport has to offer. Additionally, those in attendance will enjoy great food, multiple exhibits for all ages, and first class hospitality.
WHERE: Franktown Meadows Equestrian Facility is located 15 minutes south of Reno at the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountain range in historic Washoe Valley.
Franktown Meadows Equestrian Facility
4200 Old Highway 395
Carson City, NV 89704
WHEN: Sunday September 19, 2010
SCHEDULE: 10:30 a.m. Gates Open
11:00 a.m. Champagne Brunch Served
1:00 p.m. Hunter Derby Begins
3:45 p.m. Awards Ceremony
JUDGES: George Morris, Scott Hofstetter, and Julie Winkel
DERBY MANAGER: Bobby Murphy of Kentucky Horse Shows LLC
THE FACILITY: Franktown Meadows Equestrian Facility: Located on 41 acres at the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountain range in Carson City, Nevada.
61 12 x 12 Box Stalls with 12 x 24 Outdoor Runs
3 12 x 16 Box Stalls with 12 x 24 Outdoor Runs
Pasture Boarding
Individual Tack Lockers
Warm and Cold Water Wash Racks
15 Grass Turnouts
125 x 225 Indoor Arena
125 x 215 Outdoor Jumping Arena
125 x 100 Small Arena
Dressage Court and Adjacent Warm-Up Area
Bridle Path and Extensive Trails within Minutes
24-Hour Security with Gated Entrance
ACCOMODATIONS: Atlantis Hotel Resort Spa in Reno, NV has rooms ranging from affordable, pet-friendly Motorlodge rooms to Penthouse Suites with amenities to suit anyone from the vacationing family to the high roller. With a convenient location to the Franktown Meadows Equestrian Facility the Atlantis Hotel and Casino is the perfect place for hunter derby exhibitors, spectators, and officials. The Atlantis Hotel will also be co-sponsoring the Exhibitor Party for the hunter derby participants adding to the excitement of the entire weekend.
Atlantis Hotel Resort Spa
3800 S. Virginia St.
Reno, NV 89502
Reservations: 1-800-723-6500 or 775-825-4700
Website: http://www.atlantiscasino.com/index.asp
For more information about the FM Hunter Derby or for sponsorship opportunities please contact:
Founded in 1996, the Parasol Tahoe Community Foundation is a non-profit, public charity dedicated to supporting the Lake Tahoe community. The Foundation seeks to encourage charitable giving, aid fellow non-profit organizations, and improve community well being. Charitable giving is simple and effective with the Foundation, as they partner with donors to meet charitable giving goals. Providing excellent stewardship of donors contributed assets, Parasol Tahoe Community Foundation provides pertinent information regarding how the many generous donations are allocated so as to maximize community benefit. Joining efforts with other local non-profit organizations, the Foundation works together with the organizations they feel implement the types of programs that can provide for community needs. The Parasol Tahoe Community Foundation promotes organizational innovation and collaboration as means by which charitable gifts can be used in the most effective and efficient manner possible.
Parasol provides local leadership by promoting a vision of communities that are healthy, inclusive, and sustainable. Giving every stakeholder a voice, the Foundation encourages lively discussion on current community issues and future community goals. The Northern Nevada & California community has been enriched through the kind generosity of donors, the quality services provided by local non-profits, and the hard work of many volunteers.
For more information about the Parasol Tahoe Community Foundation please contact:
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