1. 2018 PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Walk 4 CMT
2018 PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
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2. BUILDING A SUCCESSFUL PARTNERSHIP
When you partner with Walk 4 CMT, you directly impact research and patient programs for the 2.8 million people who suffer with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease.
Our participants likely to support businesses that are seen as a valued partners of the CMT community. The products and services you offer will resonate with our greater community of patients, families, loved ones, caregivers, and corporate partners.
Leveraging our existing networks, communications, and Walk 4 CMT event, we will share your company’s message, promote your products and/or services, and connect your brand with a community of potential new customers!

3. YOUR DOLLARS INVESTED WISELY
Our Mission: to support the development of new drugs to treat CMT, to improve the quality of life for people with CMT, and, ultimately, to find a cure.
RESEARCH
The CMTA is currently funding research for the types of CMT that affect approximately 90% of all people with CMT. We are aggressively fighting to find a pharmaceutical treatment, and, ultimately, a cure for all types of CMT.
PATIENT SERVICES
There are more than 70 branches nationwide that provide support for patients living with CMT. In 2016, the CMTA launched Camp Footprint, the only summer camp in the US just for kids with CMT! Not only is Camp Footprint a life-changing experience, but it is also FREE of charge. 04
EDUCATION
The CMTA offers a comprehensive series of educational programs and resources for pediatric and adult patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals who work with CMT patients.

4. PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNTIES
Walk 4 CMT offers three core opportunities for our partners to make an impact on our mission. Each provides unique benefits for your business but all leave a lasting impact on our patients.
SPONSOR
Demonstrate your community involvement through strategic brand and product promotion opportunities. 04
FORM A TEAM
A company fundraising team will further demonstrate your commitment to the community while offering fun, team-building opportunities.
VOLUNTEER
Volunteers are the backbone of our event. We need volunteers to assist with everything, from generating additional revenue to event day logistics.

5. PRESENTING SPONSOR $10,000 Presenting Sponsor has Industry Exclusivity
Pre-Event Benefits:
Event Benefits:
Prominent logo placement on printed marketing materials, including event posters, brochures, flyers, and the front of Team Captain welcome packets (XXX impressions)
Visibility in front of XXX participants through verbal podium recognition, company check presentation, speaking opportunity, company banner, and opportunity to place step-and-repeat banner behind main event stage
Press release syndicated to XXX media outlets announcing partnership
Engagement with XXX participants at a company tent with opportunity for product or promotional sampling or material distribution at booth**
 Feature story in one branch-wide e-newsletter, distributed to XXX constituents
 Logo on all local Walk 4 CMT e-newsletters, distributed to XXX participants
Logo inclusion on sleeve and back of participant t-shirts (XXX impressions)
Company mention at all Walk 4 CMT presentations and meetings
Prominent logo placement on walk route signage (2), thank you signage, and event day program
Logo or brand name mention on print, radio, outdoor or digital advertising*
Company leadership to provide interview for any media requests
Reserved parking for XXX cars
Social & Online Benefits:
Hyperlinked logo on local Walk 4 CMT website main page and sponsor page
Post-Event Benefits:
Thank you letter to all participants sent on behalf of company
Customized social media plan including four posts to Facebook and Twitter, reaching XXX social media fans, as well as name inclusion on day-of social media activity
Logo inclusion on post-walk communications, reaching XXX participants
Right of refusal for following year
Company & Employee Engagement:
Return on investment presented within 45 days
Employee education opportunity
Name listing in the CMTA Report
Internal promotion materials
Dedicated CMTA staff partner to provide personalized service to support your team efforts
*Logo inclusion on earned media only. No media placements guaranteed.
**Within the CMTA product/promotional distribution guidelines

6. PLATINUM SPONSOR $5,000 Pre-Event Benefits: Event Benefits:
 Prominent logo placement on printed marketing materials, including event posters, brochures, flyers, and invitations  (XXX impressions)
Engagement with XXX participants at a company tent with opportunity for product or promotional sampling or material distribution at booth**
Press release syndicated to XXX media outlets announcing partnership
Logo inclusion on back of participant t-shirts
Prominent logo placement on walk route signage (1), corporate sponsor banner, thank you signage, and event day program or passport
 Logo in one branch-wide e-newsletter to XXX constituents
 Logo on all local Walk 4 CMT e-newsletters to XXX participants
Reserved parking for XXX cars
Logo or brand name mention on print, radio, outdoor or digital advertising*
Post-Event Benefits:
Logo inclusion on post-walk communications, reaching XXX participants
Social & Online Benefits:
Return on investment presented within 45 days
Hyperlinked logo on local Walk 4 CMT website main page and sponsor page
Customized social media plan including two posts to Facebook and Twitter, reaching XXX social media fans
Company & Employee Engagement:
Employee education opportunity
Internal promotion materials
Dedicated CMTA staff partner to provide personalized service to support your team efforts
*Logo inclusion on earned media only. No media placements guaranteed.
**Within the CMTA product/promotional distribution guidelines

7. GOLD SPONSOR $2,500 Pre-Event Benefits: Event Benefits:
Listing on materials including marketing brochures
Engagement with XXX participants at a company tent with opportunity for product or promotional sampling or material distribution at booth**
Logo placement event flyers and poster (XXX impressions)
Listing in one branch-wide e-newsletter, distributed to XXX constituents
Logo inclusion on back of participant t-shirts
Logo placement on corporate sponsor banner, thank you signage, and event day program
 Logo on all local Walk 4 CMT e-newsletters, distributed to XXX participants
Reserved parking for XXX cars
Brand name mention on advertising*
Post-Event Benefits:
Social & Online Benefits:
Logo inclusion on post-walk communications, reaching XXX participants
Hyperlinked logo on local Walk 4 CMT website sponsor page
Return on investment presented within 45 days
Customized social media plan including one post to Facebook and Twitter, reaching XXX social media fans
Company & Employee Engagement:
Employee education opportunity
Internal promotion materials
Dedicated CMTA staff partner to provide personalized service to support your team efforts
*Logo inclusion on earned media only. No media placements guaranteed.
**Within the CMTA product/promotional distribution guidelines

8. SILVER SPONSOR $1,500 Pre-Event Benefits:
Listing on materials including event flyers and poster (XXX impressions)
Listing on all local Walk 4 CMT e-newsletters, distributed to XXX participants
Social & Online Benefits:
Name listing on local Walk 4 CMT sponsor page
One logo post to all social media outlets, reaching XXX social media fans
Company & Employee Engagement:
Employee education opportunity
Internal promotion materials
Dedicated CMTA staff partner to provide personalized service to support your team efforts
Event Benefits:
Logo placement on participant t-shirt (XXX impressions)
Company banner on site
Company logo placement on thank you signage
Verbal podium recognition
Company table with signage to engage walk participants with opportunity for product or promotional sampling or material distribution at table area
Name listing on event day program
Post-Event Benefits:
Return on investment document presented within 45 days

9. BRONZE SPONSOR $1,000 Pre-Event Benefits:
 Listing on all local Walk 4 CMT e-newsletters, distributed to XXX participants
Social & Online Benefits:
One logo post to all social media outlets reaching XXX social media fans
Company & Employee Engagement:
Employee education opportunity
Internal promotion materials
Dedicated CMTA volunteer partner to provide personalized service to support your team efforts
Event Benefits:
Name listing placement on participant t-shirt (XXX impressions)
Company name listed on thank you signage
Verbal podium recognition
Post-Event Benefits:
Return on investment document presented within 45 days

10. PARTNERSHIP COMMITMENT
Company or organization name:_________________________________________________________
(As you would like it to appear in print)
Contact Person Name: _________________________________Title: __________________________
Address: ___________________________________________ City: _____________ State: _________
Zip code: ____________________ Phone: ________________________________________________
Address: ______________________________________________________________________
Signature: __________________________________________________________________________
We will commit as a ________________________________________________________ level partner.
Payment is due prior to implementation of benefits
Company & Employee Engagement
We will also have a team. Please contact
__________________ _____________________at ____________________._____________________
We would like to discuss an employee education opportunity. Please contact _______________________________________ at _________________________________________
We would like to discuss volunteer opportunities. Please contact
_______________________________________ at _________________________________________
Payment Method  Check enclosed (payable to the CMTA and mailed to address below)
Please invoice our company. Our check will be mailed by _____________.
(Payment is due no later than 45 days from receipt of invoice.)
 Charge the following card: ___ Visa ___ MC ____ AMEX ___ Discover
Card number: _______________________________________________________________________
Expiration date: _____________ Security code: _____________ (digits on signature strip or digits above card number)
Name as it appears on card: ____________________________________________________________
Please return this commitment form to the CMTA
Attention: Andi Cosby, CMTA, PO Box 105, Glenolden, PA –