Join us as we honor those who are serving and have served our country so well. Additionally, we will recognize the

history and partnership between the American Red Cross and our Armed Forces.

SPONSORSHIP OFFERINGS

PRESENTINGSPONSOR–$15,000

Exclusive to One(1) Partner
Category Exclusivity

This is the only package that brings together the depth of content, reach and industry recognition to deliver the ultimate return on investment. Reap the benefits as you are positioned as a champion of human & military services. This unique partnership level provides significant exposure for a company seeking to align itself with the American Red Cross.

Receive marquee brand visibility through a targeted attendee-marketing program. Media benefits, inclusion in an advertising campaign, and custom on-site offerings such as premium seating, networking and lead generation are all part of the package. Exclusiveengagement & promotions are also designed to drive traffic to sponsor destinations prior to the event as well as to the sponsor’s website. Let us help you build deeper customer relationships!

Exclusivity

  • Naming recognition as “Presenting Sponsor”
  • Industry exclusive level
  • Permission to use the Red Cross logo to promote the partnership
  • First right of refusal for the 2015 Salute to Service

Co-Branding & Recognition

  • Logo prominently featured on four HTML email campaigns, including post event THANK YOU email to all event attendees. (8,300 circulation Rhode Island)
  • Logo included on all electronic or print advertisements – regional print/online publications

*Subject to donated ad space & print deadlines

  • Logo prominently displayed on all Salute to Service marketing materials, including cover and inside of event invitation (3,000 circulation), cover of program book (250 attendees) and all event signage
  • Company banner displayed in ballroom throughout event

*Banner provided by sponsor

  • Recognition on all Salute to Servicetables, including your company table

Marketing and Visibility

  • Full page program book advertisement with prominent placement (back cover)

*Ad is in 4-color and must be submitted as a print-ready PDF

  • Welcome letter with photo in program book
  • Promotional item or collateral drop at guest seats
  • CEO e-newsletter: Sponsorship recognized in one issue of the chapter’s monthly e-newsletter (5,000 circulation)

Online Presence

  • Sponsorship recognition on Rhode IslandChapter homepage (83,295annual page views estimated)
  • Logo placement and 50-word company description on Salute to Serviceweb pages(1,302 unique views estimated)
  • Inclusion in the Salute to Service social media strategy – Sponsor mentions on Twitter & Facebook

Event Tickets

  • Salute to Service: One complimentary table of 10, with prominent placement
  • One complimentary tabledonated to members of the armed forcesto attend as your guests

Media Outreach

  • Corporate mention in media outreach and minimum one press release
  • Opportunity to include quote about partnership in a press release

Leadership Engagement and Stage Presence

  • Company representative invited on stage for brief remarks with Red Cross CEO
  • Verbal recognition of sponsorship during event program
  • Two Employees invited to volunteer at the event

Event Photos

  • Receive all event photos that capture company leadership or branding
  • Permission to use photos on sponsor company website or press releases

*Sponsor must receive prior approval from Red Cross prior to usage

VETERANSPONSOR–$10,000

Exclusive to Two(2) Partners
Category Exclusivity

Become a sponsor for Salute to Service and receive unrivaled marketing opportunities before and on-site to confirm your public support for members of the armed forces. Build excitement and be seen by all attendees on exclusive advertising and signage as a featured partner.

Exclusivity

  • Naming recognition as “Veteran Sponsor”
  • Industry exclusive level
  • Permission to use the Red Cross logo to promote the partnership
  • First right of refusal for the 2015 Salute to Service

Co-Branding & Recognition

  • Logo prominently featured on four HTML email campaigns, including post event THANK YOU email to all event attendees(8,300 circulation Rhode Island)
  • Logo included on all electronic or print advertisements – regional print/online publications

*Subject to donated ad space & print deadlines

  • Logo prominently displayed on all Salute to Service marketing materials, including cover and inside of event invitation (3,000 circulation), cover of program book (250 attendees) and all event signage

Marketing and Visibility

  • Full page program book advertisement with prominent placement (inside front or inside back cover)

*Ad is in 4-color and must be submitted as a print-ready PDF

  • CEO e-newsletter: Sponsorship recognized in one issue of the chapter’s monthly e-newsletter (5,000 circulation)

Online Presence

  • Sponsorship recognition on Rhode IslandChapter homepage (83,295 annual page views estimated)
  • Logo placement and 50-word company description on Salute to Service web pages(1,302 unique views estimated)
  • Inclusion in the Salute to Service social media strategy – Sponsor mentions on Twitter & Facebook

Event Tickets

  • Salute to Service: 6 complimentary tickets, with prominent placement
  • One complimentary table donated to members of the armed forces to attend as your guests

Media Outreach

  • Corporate mention in media outreach and minimum one press release
  • Opportunity to include quote about partnership in a press release

Stage Presence

  • Verbal recognition of sponsorship during event program

Event Photos

  • Receive all event photos that capture company leadership or branding
  • Permission to use photos on sponsor company website or press releases

*Sponsor must receive prior approval from Red Cross prior to usage

COMMUNITY PROGRAMSPONSOR – $5,000

Exclusive to One(1) Partner

Break-through the clutter and get the attention of 250attendees. Be the official program sponsorfor this event. Hundreds of attendees use the program guide as their primary source of information throughout the event. All military officers and attendees, corporate sponsors and press will receive the program at their assigned breakfast table. Whether you want to draw more attention to your product or service, reconfirm your partnership with the American Red Cross, show your support to the Armed Forces or drive traffic to your website, the program guide is a great vehicle for your marketing plan. This sponsorship opportunity will ensure you leave a lasting impression on the audience.

Exclusivity

  • Naming recognition as “Official Program Sponsor”

Co-Branding & Recognition

  • Logo prominently featured on one HTML email campaign(41,000 circulation)
  • Logo prominently displayed on select Salute to Service marketing materials, including cover of program book 250+ attendees) and select event signage
  • Recognition on company table

Marketing and Visibility

  • Half page program book advertisement with prominent placement

*Ad is in 4-color and must be submitted as a print-ready PDF

Online Presence

  • Logo placement onSalute to Serviceweb page (1,302 unique views estimated)

Event Tickets

  • Salute to Service: 4 complimentary tickets, with prominent placement
  • One complimentary table donated to members of the armed forces to attend as your guests

Media Outreach

  • Corporate mention in media outreach and minimum one press release

Stage Presence

  • Verbal recognition of sponsorship during event program

Event Photos

  • Receive all event photos that capture company leadership or branding
  • Permission to use photos on sponsor company website or press releases

*Sponsor must receive prior approval from Red Cross prior to usage

PATRIOTSPONSOR – $5,000

Limited to Three(3) Partners

Give your corporation the visibility and competitive advantage it needs by becoming a Patriot sponsor. Show your company’s support of the Armed Forces while also exposing your company to Rhode Island and Connecticut’s military.

Exclusivity

  • Naming recognition as “Patriot Sponsor”

Co-Branding & Recognition

  • Logo prominently featured on one HTML email campaign (41,000 circulation)
  • Logo on select Salute to Servicemarketing materials, including program book (250 attendees) and select event signage
  • Recognition on company table

Marketing and Visibility

  • Half page program book advertisement with prominent placement

*Ad is in 4-color and must be submitted as a print-ready PDF

Online Presence

  • Logo placement on Salute to Service web page (1,302 unique views estimated)

Event Tickets

  • Salute to Service: 4 complimentary tickets with prominent placement
  • One complimentary table donated to members of the armed forces to attend as your guests

Media Outreach

  • Corporate mention in media outreach and minimum one press release

Stage Presence

  • Verbal recognition of sponsorship during event program

Event Photos

  • Receive all event photos that capture company leadership or branding
  • Permission to use photos on sponsor company website or press releases

*Sponsor must receive prior approval from Red Cross prior to usage

STARS AND STRIPESSPONSOR – $3,500

Exclusivity

  • Naming recognition as “Stars and Stripes Sponsor”

Co-Branding & Recognition

  • Logo on select Salute to Service marketing materials, including program book (250 attendees) and select event signage
  • Recognition on company table

Marketing and Visibility

  • Quarter page program book advertisement with prominent placement

*Ad is in 4-color and must be submitted as a print-ready PDF

Online Presence

  • Logo placement onSalute to Service web page (1,302 unique views estimated)

Event Tickets

  • Salute to Service: 2 complimentary tickets to event

Media Outreach

  • Corporate mention in media outreach and minimum one press release

Stage Presence

  • Verbal recognition of sponsorship during event program

Event Photos

  • Receive all event photos that capture company leadership or branding
  • Permission to use photos on sponsor company website or press releases

*Sponsor must receive prior approval from Red Cross prior to usage

LIBERTY SPONSOR – $1,500

Exclusivity

  • Naming recognition as “Liberty Sponsor”

Co-Branding & Recognition

  • Logo on select Salute to Service marketing materials, including program book (250 attendees) and select event signage
  • Recognition on company table

Online Presence

  • Logo placement on Salute to Service web page (1,302 unique views estimated)

Event Tickets

  • Salute to Service: 2 complimentary tickets to event

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EXECUTIVE TABLE SPONSOR/MILITARY HOST– $500

Opportunity for your company to align itself with the American Red Cross and honor members of the Armed Forces. Sponsor receives two seatsat event andhosts eight members of the Armed Forces at their table.

Co-Branding & Recognition

  • Naming recognition as “Table Sponsor/Military Host”

Online Presence

  • Company name listed onSalute to Serviceweb page (1,302 unique views estimated)

Event Tickets

  • Salute to Service: 2 complimentary tickets
  • Host 8 members of the armed forces