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WHO: WHAT: WHERE: WHEN: CONTACT: More than 1,000 attendees from metropolitan New York s real estate, business, social, and celebrity circles are expected to attend the Empire Ball, which will benefit the Diabetes Research Institute (DRI). Paul H. Teti, Partner with Normandy Real Estate Partners, will be presented with the Leadership Award. Robert Mullen, CEO of Structure Tone, will accept the Camillo Ricordi Humanitarian Award. Jeffrey A. Duarte, Senior Vice President of Alliance Building Services, will accept the Peter L. DiCapua Distinguished Service Award. Empire Ball, the always-elegant Dinner Dance. (Black Tie Suggested) Grand Hyatt Hotel Empire State Ballroom (Park Avenue at Grand Central), New York City Wednesday, December 13, 2017 6:00 PM 10:30 PM Registration and General Cocktails will begin at 6:00 p.m. Live Program, followed by Dinner & Dancing, at 7:00 p.m. Amy Epstein, Director of Special Events Diabetes Research Institute Foundation 259 West 30 th Street, Suite 402, NY, NY 10001 Phone: 212.888.2217 E-mail: aepstein@drif.org SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ATTACHED INDIVIDUAL TICKET PRICE: $1,000 per guest About the Diabetes Research Institute and Foundation The Diabetes Research Institute Foundation is the organization of choice for those who are serious, passionate and committed to curing diabetes. Its mission to provide the Diabetes Research Institute with the funding necessary to cure diabetes now is a testament to the belief that tomorrow is not soon enough to cure those living with diabetes. The Diabetes Research Institute at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine leads the world in curefocused research. As the largest and most comprehensive research center dedicated to curing diabetes, the DRI is aggressively working to develop a biological cure by restoring natural insulin production and normalizing blood sugar levels without imposing other risks. Researchers have already shown that transplanted islet cells allow patients to live without the need for insulin therapy. Some study participants have maintained insulin independence for more than 10 years. The DRI is now building upon these promising outcomes by developing a DRI BioHub, a bioengineered mini organ that mimics the native pancreas. While various BioHub platforms are being tested in preclinical and clinical studies, the DRI is also developing strategies to eliminate the need for antirejection drugs and reset the immune system to block autoimmunity. The Diabetes Research Institute and Foundation were created for one reason to cure diabetes which is and will continue to be the singular focus until that goal is reached. For the millions of children and adults affected by diabetes, the Diabetes Research Institute is the best hope for a cure.
2017 Empire Ball Sponsorship Opportunities YES, I/We would like to support the important work of the DRI in the form of a Sponsorship: Presenting Sponsor: $50,000 - Two (2) Premiere tables at the event (20 guests) Company logo on event signage, DRI event website with hot link, and in Journal. A permanent commemorative plaque on the Diabetes Research Institute s Wall of Honor. Recognition through Cycle of Discovery Crystal Award Series. Prominent logo recognition on video screens during Program. Company recognition in newsletter with a distribution to over 30,000. Invitation to VIP reception with Honorees and Photo-op (Donors only). Recognized as Presenting Sponsor in all media/promotional materials*, including pre- and post-event press releases sent to our extensive media list (radio, TV, print, Internet). Multiple dedicated and grouped social media mentions Full page, four-color advertisement with Presenting Sponsor seal in Journal (your choice of double spread or Back Cover) and media loop exposure at the event. Public acknowledgment during the program from the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation at the event. Opportunity to host VIP, celebrities or DRI notables at tables Event speaking opportunity Co-Sponsor: $35,000 - Two (2) Premiere tables at the event (20 guests) Company logo on event signage, DRI event website with hot link, and in Journal. A permanent commemorative plaque on the Diabetes Research Institute s Wall of Honor. Recognition through Cycle of Discovery Crystal Award Series. Prominent logo recognition on video screens during Program. Company recognition in newsletter with a distribution to over 30,000. Invitation to VIP reception with Honorees and Photo-op (Donors only). Recognized as Co-Sponsor in select media/promotional materials*, including pre- and post- event press releases sent to our extensive media list (radio, TV, print, Internet). One dedicated and multiple grouped social media mentions One full page, four-color advertisement with Co-Sponsor seal in Journal (placed on Inside Back Cover depending on availability) and media loop exposure at the event. Public acknowledgment from the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation at the event. Opportunity to host VIP, celebrities or DRI notables at tables
Grand Patron Table(s): $25,000 - One (1) Prominent table at the event (10 guests) Company logo on event signage, DRI event website, and in Journal. A permanent commemorative plaque on the Diabetes Research Institute s Wall of Honor. Recognition through Cycle of Discovery Crystal Award Series. Prominent recognition on video screens during Program. Invitation to VIP reception with Honorees and Photo-op (Donors only). Recognized as Grand Patron Sponsor in select media/promotional materials*, including pre- and post- event press releases sent to our extensive media list (radio, TV, print, Internet). One grouped social media mention One full page, four-color advertisement with Grand Patron seal in Journal and media loop exposure at the event. Benefactor Table(s): $12,500 - One (1) Prime table at the event (10 guests) Company listing on DRI event website, and in Journal. Recognized as Benefactor Sponsor in select media/promotional materials*, including pre- and post- event press releases sent to our extensive media list (radio, TV, print, Internet). One grouped social media mention One full page, 4-color advertisement in Journal. Champion Table(s): $10,000 - One (1) Preferred table at the event (10 guests) Company listing on DRI event website, and in Journal. One full page, black & white advertisement in Journal. Supporter Table(s): $8,000 - One (1) Select table at the event (10 guests) Company listing in Journal. One half page, black & white advertisement in Journal. Individual Seats: $1,000 *Promotional materials subject to date that agreement is finalized and contingent upon meeting printing deadlines. Journal submission deadline is 11/17/17 Commemorative Journal Ad Rates All journal ads will be available for online viewing after the event (These are for standalone ads, not part of a sponsorship package. Please see next page for specifications) Back cover, 4-color: $7,500 (includes two tickets & media loop exposure at the event) Inside Back cover, 4-color: $7,000 (includes two tickets & media loop exposure at the event) Full Page, 4-color: $4,500 (includes media loop exposure at the event) Full Page, black & white: $2,250 Half Page, 4-color: $1,750 Half page, black & white: $1,500
Sponsor Commitment Response Form *I/We would like to SPONSOR the Empire Ball event on December 13, 2017 at the following level: Presenting: $50,000 Grand Patron: $25,000 Champion: $10,000 Co-sponsor: $35,000 Benefactor: $12,500 Supporter: $8,000 *I would like to PURCHASE INDIVIDUAL SEATS at $1,000 each to the event: # of Tickets *I/We CANNOT PARTICIPATE at this time; however, please find enclosed a 100% tax-deductible DONATION to the DRI Foundation in the amount of $. Name as it should appear on any materials: Commemorative Journal Ad Rates All journal ads will be available for online viewing after the event (These are for standalone ads, not part of a sponsorship package) *I/We would be pleased to take an ad in the 2017 Empire Ball journal at the following level: The below options include two tickets and media loop exposure at the event: The below options DO NOT include media loop exposure at the event: Back Cover, 4-color: $7,500 Full Page, black & white: $2,250 Inside Back cover, 4-color: $7,000 Half Page, 4-color: $1,750 The below option includes media loop exposure at the event: Full Page, 4-color: $4,500 Half page, black & white: $1,500 Mechanical Requirements Bleed Page: 8 5/8 x 11 ¼ Trim Size: 8 ½ x 11 Full Page: 7 ½ wide x 10 deep Half Page: 7 ½ wide x 4 ¾ deep Submission Formats Advertisements must be submitted in the correct size in the form of a high-resolution PDF file, press quality. All fonts must be embedded. Camera-ready art is acceptable only for black and white line art. Deadline for Journal submission is Friday, November 17, 2017
If you have any questions, or require additional information please contact: Amy Epstein, Director of Special Events Diabetes Research Institute Foundation Phone: 212-888-2217 E-mail: aepstein@drif.org Invited By: Contact Name: Title/Position: Company: Street Address: City: State: Zip: Telephone: E-mail: Payment Method (check one): Enclosed is my check in the amount of $ (Please make checks payable to: Diabetes Research Institute Foundation) Invoice me I would like to pay by credit card: Amex Visa MasterCard Discover Credit Card Number Expiration Date Security Code Cardholder Name Address (If different than above) City State Zip Signature of Cardholder Is this a corporate credit card? Yes No If Yes, name and address of company (if different than above): Please return completed form TO OUR NEW ADDRESS, with payment and Guest Names, if applicable (see next page) to: Empire Ball 2017, c/o DRI Foundation, 259 West 30 th Street, Suite 402, NY, NY 10001 Phone: 212.888.2217 Fax: 212.888.2219 E-mail: aepstein@drif.org **All contributions are tax-deductible to the extent provided by the law. Federal ID#: 59-136-1955. Tickets are tax-deductible in excess of $220 [the Fair Market Value (FMV) of services received].
GUEST LIST **PLEASE NOTE: THERE ARE NO ACTUAL TICKETS TO THE EVENT Attendance will be taken at the door. For this reason, PLEASE COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING and return no later than December 1, 2017, either by e-mail at aepstein@drif.org or fax to (212) 888-2219. Once submitted, please call (212) 888-2217 with any changes. NAME OF SPONSOR/CONTACT PERSON: PHONE NUMBER: E-MAIL ADDRESS:
Benefit / Sponsorship Level Category Exclusivity 4-color double page or back cover ad in Journal & media loop 4-color inside back cover Journal ad & media loop One full page 4-color ad in Journal & media loop One full page 4-color ad in Journal One full page b&w ad in Journal One half page b&w ad in Journal Company logo on event invitation, signage, DRI event website (with hotlink), and in Journal Company logo on event signage, DRI event website, and in Journal Company listing on DRI event website, and in Journal Company listing in Journal Company logo recognition on video screens during Program Invitation to VIP reception with Honorees Recognized in promotional materials and pre- and post- event press releases Social media mentions Public acknowledgment from DRIF at the event Company recognition in newsletter with a distribution to over 30,000 Commemorative plaque on the DRI Wall of Honor Cycle of Discovery Crystal Award Series Opportunity to host VIP, celebrities or DRI notables at tables Two (2) Premiere tables at event (20 guests) One (1) Prominent table at event (10 guests) One (1) Prime table at event (10 guests) One (1) Preferred table at event (10 guests) One (1) Select table at event (10 guests) EMPIRE BALL 2015 SPONSOR BENEFITS Presenting Co- Grand Sponsor Sponsor Patron $50,000 $35,000 $25,000 Benefactor $12,500 Champion $10,000 Supporter $8,000