August 2009

Dear Business Owner:

Save the Animals Rescue Team (S.T.A.R.T.) is proud to announce its 1st Annual Motorcycle Rally fundraiser – RIDE TO RESCUE on October 18, 2009.

S.T.A.R.T., founded in 1991, is a non-profit humane organization whose mission is to rescue stray, abandoned, injured, and abused dogs and cats in northern New Jersey. Since we do not have a shelter facility and are a no-kill organization, these animals remain in our foster homes until they are adopted. In addition, S.T.A.R.T. is also dedicated to ending the local pet overpopulation crisis through our Trap, Neuter, Return program.

Since S.T.A.R.T. operates with and relies solely upon private contributions, members’ financial support, and grants to carry out all of its rescue efforts, we are contacting businesses, such as yours, for assistance. We are seeking financial sponsors for this fundraiser as well as donated prizes for the raffles that will be held during the event. The sponsorship packages are outlined on the attached form and representatives from your organization are more than welcome to be our guest so that we may thank you personally.

The day will consist of a 50 mile scenic ride through the hills of northern New Jersey and then an afternoon of FOOD, FUN, RAFFLES and PRIZES at The West Side Bar & Grill in West Paterson. There will be vendors as well as live entertainment featuring The KnightCrawlers. It is going to be a great day and we are looking forward to an attendance from all over the Tri-State area. We hope you will be there to enjoy the fun!

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor or donating a prize, please complete the enclosed Sponsorship Application and mail to the address listed below. If you have any questions, please contact us at 973-785-1245 mailbox #3.

On behalf of S.T.A.R.T. and all of the animals, we thank you for your consideration and generosity. Please visit our website at www.startpets.net to find out more about S.T.A.R.T., our mission and other events.

Sincerely,

Annette Lamberti

President & Founder

Ride to Rescue Sponsorship Application

o / Gold Sponsor / $1,000+
Includes media coverage in Press Releases and Public Service Announcements, S.T.A.R.T. website & online newsletter eSCOOP, company logo on event banner, one complimentary vendor space and two complimentary passes for company representatives for the day.
o / Silver Sponsor / $500
Includes media coverage in Press Releases and Public Service Announcements, and S.T.A.R.T. website & online newsletter eSCOOP, and one complimentary pass for company representative for the day.
o / Bronze Sponsor / $250
Includes media coverage in Press Releases and Public Service Announcements, and one complimentary pass for company representative for the day.
o Other: / Prize Donation

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In order to be included in Press Releases and Public Service Announcements, payment must be received by September 1, 2009.

Please make check payable to S.T.A.R.T. and mail Sponsorship Application and payment to:

Save the Animals Rescue Team

Attn: 2009 Bike Run Fundraiser

PO Box 1098

Little Falls, New Jersey 07424