An American Cancer Society Event First Annual Bayou Social Honoree Gala Benefiting Local Cancer Education, Advocacy, Research and Patient Services including the Patrick F. Taylor Hope Lodge and the Cancer Resource Center at Ochsner/Chabert Medical Center AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY, SOUTH REGION 10528 Kentshire Court, Baton Rouge, LA 70810. T: 985-856-0580. Cancer.org. www.bayousocialgala.com
2018 Bayou Social Gala Chairs 2018 Bayou Social Honoree Gala Melanie Toups Chair Joni Huerstel Co-Chair 2018 Bayou Social Honoree Gala Featuring Live Entertainment provided by: Reauxshambo Dinner Dancing Live & Silent Auction Presentation of Honorees Master of Ceremonies: Alaina Maiorana Presented By: Committee: Melanie Toups, Joni Huerstel, Jamie Stoot,- Robichaux Angela Gautreaux, Stacy Solet, Kristi Maiorana, Geri Lynn, Linda Hutchinson, Karen Schilling, Paul Labat, Alaina Maiorana Honorees: Mrs. Libbi Moore, Mr. Mark King, Dr. Sarah Haydel, Mr. Percy Mosely, Ms. Danna Schwab, Mr. Sam Castalano, Mrs. Katie Hebert, Ms. Janabeth Daigle, Mrs. Lynn Cinnater, Dr. Dicky Haydel, Dr. Mark Neal, Mr. William Stark Mrs. Christa Duplantis-Prather, Dr. David Rau, Dr. Robert Gamble Building healthier communities and funding the work that matters to help free the world from the pain & suffering of cancer. AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY, MID-SOUTH DIVISION 10528 Kentshire Court, Baton Rouge, LA 70810. T: 985-856-0580. Cancer.org. www.bayousocialgala.com
The Bayou Social Honoree Gala The Bayou Social Honoree Gala, in its 2nd year, stands as Terrebonne Parish s American Cancer Society Fall fundraising event. WHY BECOME A CORPORATE PARTNER? Positioning yourself as a partner of the American Cancer Society - the largest and most respected voluntary health organization in the United States will bolster your company s reputation and demonstrate your commitment to serving the community. 74% of consumers are likely to support a sponsor associated with a charity like the American Cancer Society The American Cancer Society has a 98% recognition rate among Americans Americans believe cancer is the single most important health problem they face YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS AT WORK IN TERREBONNE & LOUISIANA* Working with 13 hospitals in Greater New Orleans and 2 local hospitals in the Terrebonne area to provide 2,790 patients with 9,227 services such as Patient Navigator, Road to Recovery and Look Good, Feel Better The Patrick F Taylor Hope Lodge served over 1300 patients in 2016 alone by providing over 15,000 free nights of lodging for patients and caregivers receiving treatment far from home Managing four grants funded by Anthem Foundation, NFL, Walgreens and CDC with the goal of reaching a total of 400 colorectal cancer screenings and 5000 breast cancer screenings Partnering with state and hospital systems to facilitate development of a Community Medical Neighborhood Currently funding 3 research grants at Tulane University & LSU Shreveport totaling $2,171,000.00 Partnered with the LSU Cancer Research Center to facilitate a national cancer research tour to highlight some of New Orleans brightest and promising researchers
Event Sponsorship Opportunities Presenting Sponsor limit one SOLD $10,000 Listed as Presenting Sponsor on ALL promotional materials associated with the event American Cancer Society Bayou Social Honoree Gala presented by Donor logo on Banner for all official photos at the gala Donor logo on PSA to run in local media outlets September and October, as well as opportunity for Donor to be in PSA Donor name listed in press releases VIP Parking Prominent logo listing on ALL printed ads (Commercial Signs, The Courier and Daily Comet) Donor logo listed on 1500 event invitations, Bayou Social website, event program and event donor boards Presenting Sponsor recognition on PowerPoint presentation during honoree presentation night of Gala Four Bayou Social Gala tables of 10 seats (40 total) with premier seating Forty (40) tickets to the exclusive Patron Party (5:00-6:00 pm) at the Municipal Auditorium Listing of your logo on 1500 Announcement Party invitations Opportunity for executive to speak during Gala
Patron Party Sponsor OR Announcement Party Sponsor limit two $5,000 Patron Party Sponsor Listed as Sponsor on all promotional materials for exclusive Patron Party (5:30-6:30pm ) at the Houma Municipal Auditorium pre-gala Donor logo on all collateral material at Patron Party Donor logo on PSA to run on local media outlets September and October Donor name listed in press releases VIP Parking for Gala Prominent logo listing on ALL printed ads (Commercial Signs, The Courier, Daily Comet) Donor logo listed on 1500 event invitations, Bayou Social Gala website, event program and event donor boards Donor recognition on PowerPoint presentation during honoree presentation night of Gala Two Bayou Social Gala tables of 10 seats (20 total) with premier seating Twenty (20) tickets to the exclusive Patron Party (5:00-6:00pm ) at the Houma Municipal Auditorium Listing of your logo on 1500 Announcement Party invitations Announcement Party Sponsor - Listed as Sponsor on all promotional materials for Announcement Party in September Donor logo on all collateral material at Announcement Party Donor logo on PSA to run on local media outlets in September and October Donor name listed in press releases VIP Parking for Gala Prominent logo listing on ALL printed ads (Commercial Signs, The Courier, Daily Comet) & listed as Presenting in Announcement Party ads Donor logo listed on 1500 event invitations, Bayou Social Gala website, event program and event donor boards Donor recognition on PowerPoint presentation during honoree presentation night of Gala Two Bayou Social Gala tables of 10 seats (20 total) with premier seating Twenty (20) tickets to the exclusive Patron Party (5:00-6:00 pm) at the Houma Municipal Auditorium with opportunity for executive to speak Listing of your logo on 1500 Announcement Party invitations Donor name listed as Announcement Party Sponsor in Announcement Party program
Title Donor $7500 Choice of one of the below Marketing Opportunity: Entertainment: Company banner listed on the main stage the night of the event as the Entertainment Underwriter for all 300+ guests to see Beverage Stations: Company logo listed on all beverage napkins and cups the night of the event for the 300 + attendees to see Donor logo on PSA to run in local media outlets in September and October VIP Parking Prominent logo listing on ALL printed ads (Commercial Signs, The Courier, Daily Comet) Donor logo listed on 1500 event invitations, Bayou Social Gala website, event program and event donor boards Donor recognition on PowerPoint presentation during honoree presentation Three Bayou Social Gala tables of 10 seats (30 total) with premier seating Fourteen (14) tickets to the exclusive Patron Party (5:00-6:00 pm ) at the Houma Municipal Auditorium Listing of your logo on 1500 Announcement Party invitations Gold Donor $5000 Choice of one of the below Marketing Opportunity: Wristbands: All 300+ guests will receive a wristband when they arrive to the event. Your company logo will be listed on each wristband. Postage: 1500+ invitations will be mailed out for the Bayou Social Gala. Your logo will listed as the postage donor on each envelope. Table Event Rentals: 300 guests will be seated at 30 tables during the event. Your company logo will be listed as Linens provided By on each 60 round table VIP Parking Prominent logo listing on ALL printed ads (Commercial Signs, The Courier, Daily Comet) Donor logo listed on over 1500 event invitations, Bayou Social Gala website, event program and event donor boards Donor recognition on PowerPoint presentation during honoree presentation Two Bayou Social Gala table of 10 seats (20 total) with premier seating Ten (10) tickets to the exclusive Patron Party (5:00-6:00pm ) at the Houma Municipal Auditorium Listing of your logo on over 1500 Announcement Party invitations
Band Sponsor Donor SOLD $4000 Sponsor logo featured on the stage Opportunity to address the crowd and introduce the band Recognition during the event Recognition in program Recognition on sponsor signage at event One reserved table of 10 with priority seating Media Sponsor Donor $2500 Exclusive Media Partner of Bayou Social Honoree Gala Recognition during the event Recognition in program Recognition on sponsor signage at event One reserved table of 10 with priority seating Premium Bar Sponsor Donor SOLD $2500 Signage at one premium bar Sponsor logo featured on bar napkins and cups Recognition in program One reserved table of 10 with priority seating Auction Sponsor Donor $2500 Banner on each auction table Recognition in program and website Recognition on sponsor signage at event One reserved table of 10 with priority seating AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY, SOUTH REGION 10528 Kentshire Court, Baton Rouge, LA 70810. T: 985-856-0580.. Cancer.org. www.bayousocialgala.com
Silver Donor (Honoree Level) $2500 Donor name listed on over 1500 event invitations, Bayou Social website, event program and event donor boards Donor recognition on PowerPoint presentation during honoree presentation (or Honoree Presentation if a nominee) One Bayou Social Gala table of 10 seats Four (4) tickets to the exclusive Patron Party (5:00-6:00pm) at the Houma Municipal Auditorium Honorees receive ACS Award Bronze Donor $1500 One Bayou Social Gala high top table (10 guests) Friends of Bayou Social Gala Donor $500 Two seated tickets to the Bayou Social Gala and name listed in event program Event Night/Online Tickets $65 per Individual Wall of Hope Submission $100 per entry Have your loved one who has battled or survived this terrible disease featured on our Wall of Hope the night of the Gala AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY, SOUTH REGION 10528 Kentshire Court, Baton Rouge, LA 70810. T: 985-856-0580. Cancer.org. www.bayousocialgala.com
Event Donor Opportunities Confirmation Form Date Completed: The American Cancer Society offers a variety of sponsorship opportunities for local businesses, corporations, organizations, and individuals to participate in the event. Sponsorship with the Bayou Social Honoree Gala is a unique opportunity to celebrate lives, save lives, and lead the fight for a world without cancer. Each of these packages can be in memory or honor of a special person affected by cancer. Once you have chosen your sponsorship package, please return to the American Cancer Society office via regular mail, email or fax. To meet publication deadlines, a commitment is encouraged no later than September 30, 2018. Gold Donor $5,000 Friends of Bayou Social Gala $500 2 seated tickets Wall of Hope Entry $100 (please include a photo of your loved one) Honoree Donation (Donation amount of your choice) Thank you for supporting this event! Please indicate your sponsorship level below: Check Enclosed: $ (Payable to: American Cancer Society Tax ID# 13-1788491) Credit Card (Please Check One): VISA Mastercard American Express Discover www.bayousocialgala.com (Individual tickets available online for $65 each) Table Placement: All event tables and seated guests are placed per donor level section in order of date completed, as listed on the Donor Opportunities Confirmation Form.