SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Friday, December 6 Union Station, Chicago www.aidschicago.org/chocolate
Let the holiday season commence at the festive World of Chocolate! This year, we re excited to announce that the event will be held at Chicago s historic Union Station on Friday, December 6. Since its inception, World of Chocolate has raised nearly $1.5 million to fund vital HIV/AIDS services and programs at the AIDS Foundation of Chicago (AFC). This muchanticipated event has become the city s premier commemoration of World AIDS Day. While the chocolatiers and chefs compete for top honors, partygoers enjoy sweet and savory chocolate creations, live entertainment, an open bar and our celebrated punchboard. WORLD OF CHOCOLATE 2013 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6 Chocolate Ecstasy Ticket Package: $1,500 Bittersweet Bliss Ticket Package: $800 Red Ribbon Ticket: $225 Ticket at the door: $150 Pre-ordered General Admission Ticket: $125 By becoming a sponsor of World of Chocolate, you empower us to rejuvenate and expand this holiday-favorite into AFC s largest fundraiser. Your partnership will be highlighted in the World of Chocolate promotional campaign, which extends to a diverse audience. Your company will become a part of the emotional bond between World of Chocolate and its 1,200 guests.
AIDS FOUNDATION OF CHICAGO OUR MISSION: To lead the fight against HIV/AIDS and improve the lives of people affected by the epidemic. OUR VISION: To save lives by maximizing Inspiration, Innovation and Impact. The AIDS Foundation of Chicago (AFC) and the HIV/AIDS service sector are currently faced with the challenge to respond to a dramatically changing landscape. The Affordable Care Act represents an unprecedented opportunity to expand the fight against HIV/AIDS. In order to evolve with health care reform, AFC has created a strategic plan for our work that will advance three broad goals: AFC counts on the active involvement of our corporate and governmental partners and allies who share our determination, compassion and evidence-informed approaches. Together, it is possible to chart a better future for people and communities affected by HIV/AIDS. (For more detailed descriptions of our goals or to read our full strategic plan, visit www.aidschicago.org.) 2012 WORLD OF CHOCOLATE STATISTICS Tickets sold: 1,205 Number of Volunteers: 98 Raffle Revenue: $14,275 Punchboard Revenue: $9,500 Total Net Revenue: $132,409 Demonstrate your company s dedication to ending the AIDS epidemic and play an essential role in the success and continued growth of Chicago s premier commemoration of World AIDS Day. As a sponsor of World of Chocolate, you reinforce our mission and vision.
BASIC SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS Sponsorship commitment must be received by Friday, Sept. 13 in order to be included on promotional materials and event invitation. Impact Sponsor - $50,000 Innovation Sponsor - $25,000 Inspiration Sponsor - $10,000 Invitational Sponsor - $5,000 ADS Logo Paired with World of Chocolate's Logo Logo/Name on Promotional Posters LOGO LOGO LOGO NAME ONLINE PRINT, MEDIA & DIRECT MAIL EVENT EXPOSURE ADDITIONAL BENEFITS Logo on ALL Email Communication Logo/Name on Select Email Communication LOGO LOGO NAME Logo Rotation on World of Chocolate Homepage Logo/Name, with Link, on Sponsor Page LOGO LOGO LOGO NAME Mention in Social Media Channels Logo Featured in ALL Online Advertisements Logo/Name on Select Online Advertisements LOGO LOGO NAME Acknowledgment in Press Releases Logo Featured in ALL Print Advertisements Name on Select Print Advertisements Logo/Name on ALL Direct Mail (7,000+) LOGO LOGO LOGO NAME Logo on World of Chocolate Letterhead Logo on World of Chocolate Tickets Table in Ballroom for Display/Sample Logo on DVD Sponsor Reel Logo/Name on Welcome Brochure & Map LOGO LOGO LOGO NAME Logo/Name on Event Signage LOGO LOGO LOGO NAME Speaking Opportunity at the Kickoff Party Recognition at the Kickoff Party Right to Use Marks and Logo of the Event Opportunity for Employees to Volunteer on Event Day Opportunity to Provide Party Favor General Admission Tickets to World of Chocolate 20 10 6 4 Recognition in the Confirmation Email sent to ticket holders Additional Benefits as Requested Please note: We are happy to customize sponsorship packages to meet the needs of your organization.
SPECIAL OPPORTUNITIES The following special sponsorship opportunities allow your company to work with the AIDS Foundation of Chicago in a unique way, while also supporting our goal for continued growth and success for World of Chocolate 2013. OPEN BAR HOST ($25,000) One of the most high traffic attractions at World of Chocolate, the event s eight open bars will all be dressed in your brand. In addition to this exclusive event exposure, other perks for this opportunity include: Logo on select email communication listed as the Open Bar host Logo rotation on World of Chocolate homepage Mention in Social Media channels Acknowledgement in press releases Name in select email communication Logo on Welcome Brochure & Map Opportunity to provide branded napkins for the bar Opportunity to provide palm cards and wire stands for tables DINNER BUFFET HOST ($25,000) The event s appetizer/dinner buffets will be dressed in your brand. In addition to this exclusive event exposure, other perks for this opportunity include: Logo on select email communication listed as the Dinner Buffet host Logo rotation on World of Chocolate homepage Mention in Social Media channels Acknowledgement in press releases Name in select email communication Logo on Welcome Brochure & Map Opportunity to provide branded napkins for the buffet Opportunity to provide palm cards and wire stands for tables CHOCOLATIER STATION SIGNAGE ($15,000) Your brand will be seen above the commotion of the crowd, while also providing additional visibility for our generous chocolatiers. Other perks of this opportunity include: Logo rotation on World of Chocolate homepage Mention in communication with chocolatiers Name in select email communication (continued)
SPECIAL OPPORTUNITIES THE OFFICIAL HOST OF THE WORLD OF CHOCOLATE WEBSITE ($10,000) We ll reskin the event website with your company logo. Enjoy endless exposure as World of Chocolate guests visit the site to purchase tickets or glean the latest event information. COAT CHECK HOST ($5,000) Welcome guests to the evening with a complimentary coat check. Your company logo will appear on signage at the coat check for the evening. Other perks for this opportunity include: Opportunity to provide branded coat check tickets Your company name will be included in the Confirmation Email to all ticket holders listed as Coat Check courtesy of WILL CALL SPONSOR ($5,000) Make a lasting first impression where all ticket holders must begin their evening: Will Call. Set up a company display and banner, with the opportunity to provide welcome bags for guests. Your organization s employees will have the opportunity to volunteer to work the Will Call window. Other perks for this opportunity include: Your company name will be included in the Confirmation Email to all ticket holders listed as s Will Call For additional sponsorship information, please contact Rhett Lindsay: rlindsay@aidschicago.org or 312-334-0935