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INVESTING IN THE LIVES OF YOUNG WOMEN 2014 SPONSORSHIP & ITEM DONATION OPPORTUNITIES

YOUR INVESTMENT MATTERS:

100% of parents report that Y-WE helps their daughters learn from positive adult role models.

99% of youth and mentors say Y-WE programs are free from the bulling and violence that is usually present in all-girl environments.

98% of parents report that Y-WE Improves their daughter’s self- confidence.

97% of youth report that Y-WE taught them to appreciate diversity and no longer fear people

from different backgrounds.

92% of alumni credit Y-WE’s influence with their achievement of college and career success.

90% of Y-WE youth are women of color.

85% of Y-WE youth are from low-income families

85% of Americans have a more positive image of a company when it supports a good cause

Young Women Empowered • 2014 Sponsorship Information Packet 2

ABOUT Y-WE Young Women Empowered started in 2010 with the aim of changing the lives of young women and girls in the Pacific Northwest, by investing in their education, aspirations, and successes. About our programs: Since our inception, our programs have doubled, serving over 400 girls annually. Y-WE nurtures strong, confident, and service-minded leaders. We do this by building positive relationships with adult mentors and peers; teaching college and career skills; engaging girls in service projects; and providing a social justice education. Vision for the future: We envision a world where all girls, regardless of race or socioeconomic background, have the opportunities and resources to succeed and achieve their goals.

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ABOUT OUR GIRLS Young Women Empowered serves young women and girls throughout the Northwest Region, from Shoreline to SeaTac, Bainbridge to Bellevue. Our participants represent the vast diversity of race, language, socioeconomics and cultures. This diversity gives way to life-long friendships with peers and mentors; a greater collective impact on our community; and a sense of global citizenship that will support the girls' success in their colleges and careers.


IGNITE February 6th, 2014

Keystone fundraising event featuring a night of eats from around the world, performances by program participants, music, and a unique opportunity to connect with program participants, and key organizational stakeholders.

Career Day April 2014

Help unleash the next generation of women leaders. A College and Career exploration at heart, this event provides an intimate opportunity for 250 young women and girls to connect with leaders in dozens of professions.

Women's Empowerment Day May 2014

Want to learn more about how YWE empowers young women to achieve their dreams? Discover the power of new ideas, connections and positive risk taking, while getting an in-depth view of our powerful program model and values.

FUNDRAISING EVENTS 2014

WHY SPONSOR US?

OVER 400 EVENT ATTENDEES Web, Social Media and Print publicity for all events. Verbal recognition during the program.

CORPORATE GIVING IS GOOD FOR BUSINESS 85% of Americans have a more positive image of a product or company when it supports a good cause. 89% of Americans say it is important that business, government and nonprofits collaborate to solve pressing social issues. 79% of Americans say they would likely switch from one brand to another if the other brand is associated with a good cause. - 2008 Cone Corporate Citizenship Study


Corporate Sponsorship Levels and Benefits There are 3 opportunities for supporting Young Women Empowered (Y-‐WE) as a Corporate Sponsor: Ignite Dinner, Career Day, and Women’s Empowerment Day. Each of the opportunities will enable your company to invest in Y-‐WE AND draw attention to the social consciousness of your business. These corporate sponsorship options also:

• Let you choose the level that best fits your company’s philanthropic needs and target audience • Place your name before philanthropists, business leaders, youth workers, teachers, and mentors • Offer networking opportunities and branding exposure • Highlight your company’s commitment to cultural diversity, youth, and women • Align your business with a Northwest nonprofit that is receiving statewide & national acclaim • Market your products/services to Y-‐WE youth, families, donors, mentors and community

TITLE SPONSOR (FOR ALL 3 EVENTS) $10,000

• 10 tickets to at all three events • 10 tickets to Y-‐WE Speak performance at Seattle Repertory Theatre March 8th 2014 • Invitations to VIP events with Y-‐WE’s top donors throughout the year • Logo on all event materials, event website, and verbal recognition at all 3 events • Logo featured on Y-‐WE Home-‐page & supporters page all year • Name and Logo featured on email invitations & social media platforms (1500 subscibers) • ¼ page add of your choice event progams for all 3 events

CATALYST $5,000

• 10 tickets to sponsoring event • 10 tickets to Y-‐WE Speak performance at Seattle Repertory Theatre March 8th 2014 • Invitations to VIP events with Y-‐WE’s top donors throughout the year • Logo on event program, event website, verbal mention at sponsoring event • Logo featured on Y-‐WE home-‐page & supporters page for 6 months • Name and Logo featured on event invitations & social media platforms (1500 subscibers) • ¼ page add of your choice on program for sponsoring event

VISIONARY $2,500

• 6 tickets to sponsoring event • 6 tickets to Y-‐WE Speak perforamcne at Seattle Repertory Theatre March 8th 2014 • Logo on event program, event website, verbal mention at sponsoring event • Logo featured on Y-‐WE home-‐page & supporters page for 3 months • Name and Logo featured on event invitations & social media platforms (1500 subscibers)

PARTNER $1000

• 4 tickets to sponsoring event & 4 tickets to Y-‐WE Speak show at Seattle Rep on March 8th 2014 • Logo on event program, event website, verbal mention at sponsoring event • Logo feautred on supporters page of website for 3 months • Name featured on event invitations & social media platforms (1500 subscribers)

ADVOCATE $250 -‐ $500

• 2 tickets to sponsoring event & 2 tickets to Y-‐WE Speak show at Seattle Rep on March 8th 2014 • Name on event program and event website • Name featured on supporters page of website for 3 months • Name featured on event invitations (1000 subscribers)

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Auction Item Donation Sample Packages and Benefits

Businesses that donate items for our event auctions, raffles, and gift bags are provided with significant recognition at the corresponding event. Donating an item or package will enable your company to invest in Y-‐WE AND draw attention to the social consciousness of your business. Product Donation Benefits Include (For items with a value of $250+):

• 2 tickets to sponsoring event • 2 tickets to Y-‐WE Speak at Seattle Rep on March 8th 2014 • Name on event program and event website • Name featured on supporters page of website for 3 months • Name featured on event invitations (1000 subscribers) • Opportunity to include a coupon in event programs (250 programs).

Sample Packages for Auction: Getaway Package at a Hotel: including 1 night stay, breakfast, & in-‐room movie. Date Night Package: Includes gift certificates to 3 restaurants, gift certificates to a movie theater, and a couples massage certificate. Wine-‐Lovers Package: Includes 2 delectable bottles of wine, a certificate for a winery tour and tasting, and a basket of wine-‐pairing treats such as chocolates, cheeses, nuts, etc. Wellness Package: Includes a 1-‐year membership to an athletic club, a massage certificate, a yoga class certificate, a CSA sampler from a local farm, and a basket of wellness goodies such as lotions, soaps, etc. Technology Package: Smart phone & case, a certificate to a technology store, gaming equipment, a tablet Sample Items of Gift Bags and Raffles:

• Chocolates • Candles • Coupons • Coffee and/or Tea • Lotions, Soaps, etc. • Office Supplies • Mugs • T-‐Shirts • Business Swag

In-‐Kind Donation Items Needed for the Ignite Dinner on February 6th (200 Guests):

• Appetizer platters • Desserts such as mini cupcakes, pastries, cookies, brownies, etc. • 4 cases of Wine • 3 cases of Beer • 4 cases of Soda & sparkling water • Fire-‐Themed Décor & Gift-‐Bag Materials • Grocery & General Store Gift Cards • Flowers


SPONSORSHIP & AUCTION ITEM FORMS Yes, I would like to sponsor Young Women Empowered and invest in the lives of young

women. Click here to fill out the sponsorship form.

Yes, I would like to make a tax-deductible donation or in-kind donation for the auction. Click Here to fill out the auction item form

Please check a box for the sponsorship level at which you would like to contribute or describe your auction/in-kind item and value:

TITLE SPONSOR $10,000 10 tickets for all 3 events, logo on all event materials, website, and verbal recognition

CATALYST $5,000 10 tickets for sponsoring event, logo on event materials, event signage and verbal recognition

VISIONARY $2,500 6 general admission tickets, company name on event materials and verbal recognition

PARTNER $1000 4 general admission tickets, company name on website and verbal recognition

ADVOCATE $250 - $500 ___________________ (specify amount)

2 general admission tickets and verbal recognition

IN-KIND/AUCTION ITEM DESCRIPTION: ITEM VALUE: $ ___________________ Please check a box for the event you would like to sponsor:

Ignite | February 2014 Career Day | April 2014 Women’s Empowerment Day | May 2014 All (Indicate how you want your gift divided among events)

Business Name:

Contact Name:

Phone:

Fax:

Email:

Please return completed form, along with your organization’s logo, and a check made out to

Young Women Empowered/PYE Global Attn: Jamie-Rose Edwards, Together Center 16315 NE 87th Suite B-9 Redmond, WA 98052

For questions and information, contact Jamie-Rose Edwards at 425.941.0574 or [email protected]


YOUNG WOMEN EMPOWERED General Information 2014

Our Mission: 2014 marks Young Women Empowered’s 4th year of changing lives by mentoring young women to conquer personal challenges, set goals for their

future, and achieve college and career success, and make positive changes in their communities. Y-WE empowers young women from diverse backgrounds to step up as leaders in their schools, communities, and the world. Whom We Serve: Y-WE provides life skills and mentorship for girls in the greater Seattle area. We serve girls, ages 12-18, and mentors, ages 19-70+; everyone is welcome to participate. 90% of the girls and 60% of the adults are women of color, over 70% of the girls are from immigrant communities. Most of the program participants are from low-income families and cannot afford tuition for enrichment programs. Our youth and mentors also represent a myriad of family, sexual orientation, religious, political, and educational backgrounds.

Program Impact: Y-WE girls work with their mentors to apply for college, jobs, and organize service projects. They receive over 100 hours of mentorship, which improves their academic achievement, self-confidence, public speaking, & leadership skills. Statistics show that the number one way to improve the world is to invest in young women; girls reinvest 90% of the resources back into their communities.

Program Growth: In just 4 years, Y-WE has grown from serving 40 girls each year to serving over 400! Our budget has grown from only $30,000/year to $250,000/year to fund the increasing demand for our services. Currently there are more girls and mentors vying to enroll in Y-WE than we can accommodate. This means we are at an exciting point in our development where we must raise more funds and offer more programs! On February 6th 2014, we will host a dinner, auction, and entertainment fundraiser for 200 of our major supporters. Our goal is to raise $75,000 at the event. What we need: Y-WE is seeking cash sponsors, auction items & donations of appetizers, desserts, wine, beer, soda and grocery gift cards for our Ignite Dinner.

Benefits of making a donation to your business: All donations are tax deductible and your business will receive recognition on all our web, social media, and event materials. You will also receive tickets to join us for the dinner.

Thank you for considering this investment in the power of young women!

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