EVENT SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

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1 EVENT SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES carachicago.org/events

2 You are cordially invited to help make a difference for people ready to overcome poverty in Chicago by becoming a sponsor of a Cara fundraising event. Throughout the year, Cara hosts five signature events that bring together hundreds of our area s civic, philanthropic, and business leaders to support our mission. We are well-known for our parties with a purpose, but we cannot do this without your support. As a sponsor you will Align your brand with Cara s national reputation as a leader in poverty alleviation and social enterprise development. Demonstrate your commitment to bolstering Cara s mission to create and secure employment opportunities for the thousands seeking to lift themselves out of poverty each year. Promote your brand to individuals, thought leaders, and partners across the Chicago corporate community and within Cara s network of supporters: monthly website visits of more than 3,500 database greater than 9,000 more than 3,000 Facebook followers 3,700 Twitter followers 2,500 LinkedIn followers For nearly 30 years, Cara has prepared motivated individuals affected by homelessness and poverty to get and keep quality jobs. Our mission is to unlock the power and purpose within our communities and ourselves to create real and lasting success. Through our personal and professional skills development and access to employment opportunities, Cara serves as a leader of poverty alleviation in Chicago and beyond. And the results are staggering: more than 70% of people placed into permanent jobs keep that job after one year and beyond. People once living in shelters finally earn enough money to rent an apartment, familes are reunited, and lives are forever transformed. By working, these motivated men and women earn back their dignity and their hope and our whole city is better as a result. We hope you will join us as we seek to unlock hope and opportunity through the power of a job. Thank you for considering being a part of our vital mission. P.S. We also have many opportunities for multi-event sponsorships and in-kind sponsorships with additional benefits. to learn more! View all events at carachicago.org/events

3 FRIDAY NOVEMBER 16, 2018 RADISSON BLU AQUA HOTEL 221 N. Columbus Drive, Chicago Our most mission-focused event, Tribute to the Stars is a breakfast reception and special super-sized version of our signature morning Motivations that honors our employed Cara graduates and the corporate and community partners who have been instrumental in their success. This event is attended by more than 350 philanthropic and business leaders. Yes, we will sponsor Cara s Tribute to the Stars! Presenting Sponsor $20,000 Naming rights to the event as Tribute to the Stars presented by ; two (2) premium reserved tables (10 seats each); logo or name prominently displayed on event invite, s, site page, and materials; verbal mention during the program; opportunity for representation on stage during the program; two (2) premium seats in the Motivations Circle; recognition in Cara s Annual Report. Jobs Sponsor $10,000 Two (2) premium reserved tables (10 seats each); logo or name displayed on event invite, s, site page, and materials; verbal mention during the program; two (2) premium seats in the Motivations Circle. Opportunity Sponsor $5,000 One (1) premium reserved table (10 seats); logo or name displayed on event invite, s, site page, and materials; two (2) premium seats in the Motivations Circle. Hope Sponsor $2,500 One (1) reserved table (10 seats) and logo or name displayed on event s, site page, and materials. Table Sponsor $1,000 One (1) reserved table (10 seats) and name displayed on event site page and materials. Individual Ticket(s) $60 #

4 Friends night out EARLY WINTER 2019 LOCATION TBD Join us for an evening of networking and camaraderie as we celebrate the Cara spirit of friendship and community with Friends Night Out. Each year, we welcome our supporters for great food, drinks, and fun in an exclusive locale. This event is attended by more than 200 entrepreneurs and professionals. Yes, we will sponsor Friends Night Out! Presenting Sponsor $5,000 Naming rights to the event as Friends Night Out presented by ; fifteen (15) event tickets; logo or name prominently displayed on event s, site page, and materials; verbal mention during the program; opportunity for representation on stage during the program; opportunity to distribute promotional material at the event; recognition in Cara s Annual Report. Jobs Sponsor $2,500 Ten (10) event tickets; logo or name prominently displayed on event s, site page, and materials; verbal mention during the program. Opportunity Sponsor $1,250 Six (6) event tickets; logo or name displayed on event s, site page, and materials. Hope Sponsor $750 Four (4) event tickets; name displayed on event s, site page, and materials. Group Tickets $550 Four (4) event tickets. Individual Ticket(s) $150 #

5 FRIDAY APRIL 5, 2019 FOUR SEASONS HOTEL 120 E. Delaware Place, Chicago Our signature event, the Cara Gala, cohosted by Jo & Alexi Giannoulias and Mara & Andy Gloor, is a chic evening of great entertainment and even greater company as our closest supporters, donors, and friends celebrate our mission to unlock the power and purpose within our communities and ourselves. This dinner event is attended by more than 550 civic, philanthropic, and business leaders. Yes, we will sponsor the Cara Gala! Presenting Sponsor $25,000 Naming rights to the event as the Cara Gala presented by ; two (2) premium reserved tables (12 seats each); entrance to the VIP reception for 24 guests; logo or name prominently displayed on event invite, s, site page, and materials; verbal mention during the program; opportunity for representation on stage during the program; two (2) full-page ads in the program book with premier ad placement; recognition in Cara s Annual Report. Jobs Sponsor $12,500 One (1) premium reserved tables (12 seats each); entrance to the VIP reception for 12 guests; logo or name prominently displayed on event invite, s, site page, and materials; verbal mention during the program; one (1) full-page ad in the program book. Opportunity Sponsor $7,500 One (1) reserved table (10 seats); logo or name displayed on event invite, s, site page, and materials; one (1) half-page ad in the program book. Table Sponsor $5,000 One (1) reserved table (10 seats); name displayed on event site page and program book. Individual Ticket(s) $400 # Program Book Sponsors Full-page Ad $500 Half-page Ad $250