WTF! I am so sick of this.
By · CommentsLately, there has been a slurry of uninsured athletes getting hurt. It is such an issue that it has lead to the formation of the Athlete Recovery Fund, and every week there are new twitter posts, and facebook pages requesting money to pay the medical bills for these people. Now don’t get me wrong, I wanna support the well being of these people, and the industry probably more than the next guy. What I don’t understand is, if so and so who got injured skating was such an important and respected member of your business’s “family”, then why don’t you provide him/her with insurance.
Sponsors, you invest thousands of dollars in kids that are too old to be on their families insurance, and too young to know any better. Brands and Team Managers, why don’t you make it your responsibility to see that your investment pays off, educate your riders about insurance, make them an appointment and get them insured. That should be part of the sponsorship deal.
Resorts, we know your quarterly earnings, it’s public information. Step up, and insure your seasonal employees, full time and part time. I lived with one of your employees last year. He got injured, and couldn’t work. He ended up, stealing from me and the other housemates, and getting kicked out by the landlord after 2 months of not being able to pay the rent.
Parents, you gave birth to talented individuals that are trying to follow their dream in action sports. If your kids can’t afford insurance, then insure them.
And lastly, kids, I know what I was spending money on when I was riding year round. I spent a substantial amount of money on beer and other vices. Definitely enough to pay monthly for insurance. Stop spending your money on frilly pirate shirts at the thrift stores and frequent nights out at Charlies, or gambling in Vegas during SIA, and do yourself a favor get insured.
For at least some insurance XSInow.com provides affordable supplemental insurance for less than 20 a month.
I think the Athlete Recovery Fund should actually provide grants or scholarships to insure kids. That’s a lot cheaper than paying for their injuries after the fact.
Gone ‘til November Film Series
Sponsorship Proposal
Boarding For Breast Cancer (B4BC) and Hive Projects will be presenting a second annual winter snowboard film series in an effort to raise money for breast cancer research and education. The Gone ‘til November Film Series will debut this season’s newest snowboard films once a week throughout six consecutive weeks.
Gone ‘til November will target male and female snowboarders in the Lake Tahoe area who are key influencers among their peers. As a sponsor of the Gone ‘til November film series, you will have the opportunity to increase your brand visibility and recognition within a targeted group of youth consumers who are actively engaged in action sports and lifestyle interests.
For the Gone ‘til November Film Series, we are offering six levels of sponsorship opportunities – per film or the entire series – allowing you to pick the degree of involvement that will work best with your marketing efforts. Once you decide on a sponsorship level, we will work with you to ensure that you receive the most value for your investment.
Your generous contributions and donations to the Film Series will be supported with highly visible logo placement at the time of the event, brand announcements by the emcee, brand credits on all marketing and communication collateral and the option for a tent set-up during the event. In addition to brand and logo recognition, the Gone ‘til November Film Series will be raffling prizes from sponsors interested in generating a hands-on relationship with the audience. We would also be happy to discuss additional outreach campaigns that may directly benefit your business and its marketing efforts. It would be our pleasure to have your company attend the events as a VIP guest in exchange for charitable contributions or donations.
Thank you for your support and helping us spread the awareness and importance of health, early cancer detection and living a positive and active lifestyle.
Event: Gone ‘til November Film Series
Location: Bar 24 Taproom & Grill
24 Hwy 50
Stateline, Nevada 89449
Date & Time: November 3 – December 15, 2009
10pm – 12am, film premiers
12am – close, live music
About B4BC: Boarding For Breast Cancer (B4BC) is a non-profit, youth-focused education, awareness and fundraising foundation. Its mission is to increase women’s awareness about breast cancer, the importance of early detection and the value of an active lifestyle through snowboarding, surfing, skating, music and mutual passions. B4BC supports anyone affected by breast cancer through positive self-worth and a growing group of dedicated volunteers.
Gone ‘til November Film Series
Sponsorship Levels
The Gone ‘til November Film Series offers six (6) sponsorship options distributed among three (3) sponsorship levels. The sponsorship options are outlined below:
1. PLATINUM LEVEL
-One-time sponsorship commitment – $4,250
($1,500 in cash donation and $2,750 in product donation at wholesale cost)
-Six-week sponsorship commitment – $5,000
(Straight cash donation. No product donation.)
Pre-Event Promotion:
Advertising and Collateral: Recognition as signature sponsor in all marketing and advertising collateral
Publicity: Recognition as signature sponsor in all event press releases and media announcements; mention as signature sponsor during local TV interviews
Online Campaigns: Link to company website and brand mention on all social media efforts (Facebook, Twitter); brand inclusion on B4BC’s website
At the Event:
Company Recognition: Corporate banner placement in venue; booth/tent space; recognition by emcee a minimum of 10 times throughout the night; optional team autograph booth
Sponsor Benefits: Complimentary admission for your company staff
2. GOLD LEVEL
-One-time sponsorship commitment – $2,775
($975 in cash donation and $1800 in product donation at wholesale cost)
-Six-week sponsorship commitment – $3,500
(Straight cash donation. No product donation.)
Pre-Event Promotion:
Advertising and Collateral: Large logo in all marketing and advertising collateral
Publicity: Large logo in all event press releases and media announcements
Online Campaigns: Link to company website and brand mention on all social media efforts (Facebook, Twitter)
At the Event:
Company Recognition: Corporate banner placement in venue; recognition by emcee a minimum of 5 times throughout the night
Sponsor Benefits: Complimentary admission for your company staff
Gone ‘til November Film Series
Sponsorship Levels
3. SILVER LEVEL
-One-time sponsorship commitment – $1,425
($525 in cash donation and $900 in product donation at wholesale cost)
-Six-week sponsorship commitment – $2,000
(Straight cash donation. No product donation.)
Pre-Event Promotion:
Advertising and Collateral: Small logo in all marketing and advertising collateral
Publicity: Small logo in all event press releases and media announcements
Online Campaigns: Link to company website and brand mention on all social media efforts (Facebook, Twitter)
At the Event:
Company Recognition: Corporate banner placement in venue; recognition by emcee throughout the night
Sponsor Benefits: Complimentary admission for your company staff
**Time-sensitive Discounts**
Commit to a sponsorship package by the dates listed below and receive a price break
August 15, 2009 – 10% off
September 1, 2009 – 7.5% off
September 15, 2009 – 5% off
**2008 sponsors get 5% off this year’s sponsorship**
Past sponsors include: Shoreline of Tahoe, Mervin MFG., Reef, Southshore Fitted, The Village Board and Ski, Sam’s Place, Boreal Mountain Resort, The Block Hotels
and more.
Gone ‘til November Film Series
Sponsorship Contributions
Sponsor agrees to provide the following contributions:
-Platinum / Gold / Silver (circle one)
-One-time sponsorship / Six-week sponsorship (circle one)
CONACT INFORMATION
Company Name__________________________________________
Contact Name___________________________________________
Adress 1_______________________________________________
Address 2_______________________________________________
City, State, Zip___________________________________________
Phone______________________ Fax_________________________
Email__________________________________________________
PAYMENT INFORMATION
( ) Check ( ) MC ( ) VISA ( ) AMEX
Please make checks payable to Boarding For Breast Cancer
Card Number___________________________________________
Expiration Date__________________ CCV___________________
Name on Card___________________________________________
Signature_______________________________________________
Please return form and payment info to Scott@hiveprojects.net, fax to (530) 542-4231 or mail to:
Hive Projects
PO Box 2301
Lake Tahoe Blvd, Ste 14-385
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
All proceeds go to the Boarding For Breast Cancer Foundation