INTERESTED IN BECOMING A SPONSOR OF THE CHICAGO GREEN RIBBON RIDE AND RALLY FOR 2008?
  Please review the sponsorship information posted below. If you have any questions or opportunities that you wish to further pursue, please contact:

Committee Chairman Steve Wendt
Chicago Green Ribbon Motorcycle Rally
1000 Burr Ridge Parkway
Suite 100
Burr Ridge, Illinois 60527
800-509-9055
SMWSr@wendtandassociates.com
   
  Interest in motorcycling is at an all-time peak.
  More motorcycles have been sold in the last decade than in the previous two decades combined. Most importantly, the association between cyclist and charity fundraising is well established. The Chicago Green Ribbon Motorcycle Rally is on its way to positioning itself as Chicago's premiere motorcycle event. Before the Green Ribbon Motorcycle Rally, Chicago didn't have a warm-weather motorcycle event. With further support, the Green Ribbon Rally is poised to fill that void with the roar of hundreds of cruisers, sport and touring bikes.
   
  More than 1100 people participated in the Inaugural Chicago Green Ribbon Motorcycle Rally, including avid riders, CEOs, curious motorcycle enthusiasts, parents and children.

With the success of documentary and reality-based programming, featured primetime on The Discovery Channel and TLC, motorcycles are now more than ever part of mainstream America. Local events such as the International Motorcycle Show at the Donald E Stevens Convention Center in Rosemont are some of Chicagoland's best
attended public conventions.

The rider community comes from all walks of life. Lawyers, plumbers, accountants and even the occasional movie star all leave their everyday lives behind when they put on their leather and boots and climb aboard their beloved bikes. In fact the average motorcycle owner is married, 40 years of age and has a median income of $80,000/year.

Many riders will tell you that one of their fondest pleasures and most frequent activities is to gather with their brethren to raise money for worthwhile causes. The Green Ribbon Motorcycle Rally is your opportunity to be part of a notable charitable mission, gain exposure to an ever growing market segment and be associated with a well marketed, successful motorcycle event.

   
  SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS
  The GILD Council relies on the generosity of foundations, corporations and individuals for financial contributions in order to maintain and strengthen future events. Any level of contribution is greatly appreciated, and we have outlined some of the benefits of Green Ribbon Rally sponsorship below.
  Title Sponsor - $7,500
  Official Sponsor - $3,000
  Associate Sponsors - $500
  In-Kind Sponsorship
   
  Title Sponsor - $7,500
  Benefits Include:
 
•   Title Sponsor secures exclusive rights to prominently display the company name above the title of the event on all promotional materials, including registration packet, posters, fliers, website and event t-shirts.
•   Title Sponsor has the option of including the company logo on the outside of all pledge envelopes
•   Title Sponsor's tag line will be incorporated into all radio advertisements
•   Sponsor will be provided with a 10 x 10 promotional booth on day of event
•   Sponsor has the option of bringing banners to display at the main entrance, the stage and the raffle areas
•   25 complimentary entries to the motorcycle rally
•   Sponsor messages will be included in official scripted announcements made from stage at the event
•   Option to include samples or coupons inside pledge packets
•   Exclusive access to celebrity photo opportunities
•   Sponsor's generosity to be included in official press release
•   Exclusive rights for awards presentation to Grand Prize custom bike winner
   
  Official Sponsor - $3,000
  Benefits Include:
 
•   Category Exclusivity
•   Company logo featured on all promotional materials, including registration packet, posters, fliers, website and event t-shirts
•   Sponsor will be provided with a 10 x 10 promotional booth day of the event
•   Sponsor has the option of bringing banners to display at the main entrance, the stage and the raffle areas
•   10 complimentary entries to the motorcycle rally
•   Sponsor messages will be included in official scripted announcements made from stage at the event
•   Option to include samples or coupons inside pledge packets
   
  Associate Sponsors - $500
  Benefits Include:
 
•   Company logo featured on selected promotional materials including registration packet, fliers and website
•   5 complimentary entries to the motorcycle rally
•   Sponsor messages will be included in official scripted announcements made from stage at the event
•   Option for exhibit in tent on day of event for additional $200
•   Option to include samples or coupons inside pledge packets
     
    *NOTE: For an additional $200, Associate sponsors may also receive a 10 x 10 promotional booth at the event.
   
  In-Kind Sponsorship
  Many individuals and organizations prefer to show their support with in-kind donations. Whether it's a tray of cookies, graphic design services or free advertising, the Chicago Green Ribbon Motorcycle Rally will recognize your support during the event with signage and inclusion in our program book. Significant in-kind contributions (valued at over $1,000) are eligible for additional benefits Please contact our committee chairperson Steve Wendt for more information.