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HomeMy WebLinkAboutGrant Request - Big Brothers Big SistersEconomic Development Fund Discretionary Grant Program Organization: Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Central Oregon Organization Description: Big Brothers and Big Sisters is a one-on-one mentoring program that matches professionally screened and trained volunteers with youth throughout the tri -county area. The purpose is to give children and families the opportunity to form meaningful relationships with volunteer mentors. Project Name: 2008 Bowl for Kids Sake Project Description: Bowling for Kids Sake is an annual fundraising event which helps provide financial support for the program. The grant will be used to promote the event, provide t -shirts and sponsor one team. The event is expected to raise $50,000. Project Period: May 3, 2008 Amount of Request: $2,500 (Total Budgeted Expenditures $3,750) Previous Grants: • August 2000 - $1,000 ($1,000 Swaringen) • April 2001 - $50 ($50 DeWolf) • January 2006 - $2,500 Bowling ($1,250 Daly; $1,250 Clamo) • February 2007 - $1,000 Bowling ($500 Luke; $500 Baney) Deschutes County Board of Commissioners 1300 NW Wall St., Bend, OR 97701-1960 (541) 388-6570 - Fax (541) 385-3202 - DESCHUTES COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND DISCRETIONARY GRANT PROGRAM APPLICATION Direct Application to: Commissioner Tammy Baney Commissioner Dennis R. Luke Date: 2-5-08 Project Name: Project Beginning Date: Amount of Request: Commissioner Michael M. Daly All Three Commissioners xxx 2008 — Bowl For Kids' Sake May 3, 2008 $2,500 Applicant/Organization: Address: Project End Date: Date Funds Needed: Tax ID #: City & Zip: Telephone: Email: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon 1900 NE Division, Suite 202 Contact Name(s): Fax: Mark Wilke Kasev Peterson 541-312-6052 Alternate Phone: 541-408-2177 May 3.2008 May 1, 2008 93 - 0677650 Bend 97701 541-312-6047 mwilkeObbbsco.ore On a separate sheet, please briefly answer the following questions: 1. Describe the applicant organization, including its purpose, leadership structure, and activities. 2. Describe the proposed project or activity. 3. Provide a timeline for completing the proposed project or activity. 4. Explain how the proposed project or activity will impact the community's economic health. 5. Identify the specific communities or groups that will benefit. 6. Itemize anticipated expenditures*. Describe how grant funds will be used and include the source and amounts of matching funds or in-kind contributions, if any. If the grant will support an ongoing activity, explain how it will be funded in the future. Attach: Proof of the applicant organization's non-profit status. "Applicant may be contacted during the review process and asked to provide a complete Iine item budget. Amount Approved: By: Date: Declined: By: Date: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon: 1.) BBBSCO is a one-to-one mentoring program; which matches professionally screened and trained volunteers with youth throughout the Tri County area. The purpose of BBBSCO is to give children & families the opportunity to form meaningful relationships with volunteer mentors. Our program provides many match activities for program participates (ie. — rafting, snowshoeing, camping, fishing, etc.). Many `Gigs" and "Littles" spend their time taking advantage of the Central Oregon landscape. Our leadership structure steins from being a part of the largest regional youth development provider. We are a program of J Bar J Youth Services; which provides executive leadership, accounting, grant writing and many administrative functions. BBBSCO has its own Advisory Board and Program Director; who provide support, oversight and guide the program while working closely with 2 Advisory Boards in surrounding counties. (see attached Organizational Chart) 2.) Bowl For Kids Sake is a annual fundraising event which helps in providing financial support to ensure the future quality and growth of the program. Many people get involved and this is a great way to engage our Bigs and Littles; while supporting a community event. This event has approximately 425 people attend to support the program. 3.) The event is held the first weekend of May each year. It will take place on May 3rd this year at Sun Mt. Fun Center. 4.) This activity (BFKS) will recruit community support to provide financial assistance to the number one mentoring program in the nation. Many individuals, business professionals and friends of the program rally to collect pledge money to benefit BBBSCO. This event allows our community to advocate and support BBBSCO; while raising funding to sustain and expand the program. 5.) The children & families of Deschutes County will directly benefit from this activity because it will allow our staff to match more youth with a mentor. Our services are free to children between the ages of 6-15 who want and need a mentor. Most children in the program are from low-income, single -parent households. Many struggling with school and have inadequate support systems. 6.) FY 2006-2007 expenditures were $3,155. This year we anticipate approximately $3,750 in expenditures (see budget attachment). Grant funds will be used as a BFKS Lucky Strike Sponsorship (see BFKS $2,500 Lucky Strike Sponsorship attachment for details on how the grant funds will be used). ALL proceeds from 2008 BFKS (approx. $45,000) will benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters in Deschutes County. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon share 2008 Sponsorship Packet Kids'r Sake. January 31, 2008 Michael Daly Deschutes County 1300 NW Wall St. Bend, OR 97701-1960 Dear Michael Daly, On Saturday, May 3rd, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon will host the ninth annual Bowl for Kids' Sake at Sun Mountain Fun Center! Bowl for Kids' Sake (BFKS) is a fundraising event and campaign to support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon. Our program matches youth, ages six through fifteen with caring adult mentors throughout Deschutes, Crook & Jefferson Counties. Our "Bigs" and "Littles" spend on average, six to twelve hours a month together in the cornmunity participating in activities such as, hiking, biking, arts & crafts, or simply sitting and chatting. All youth deserve a positive role model in their lives. Community members are invited to participate in Bowl for Kids' Sake by entering a team of four to five people to bowl on Saturday, May 3rd for two hours between 10am and 2pm. The bowler who raises the most money for Big Brothers Big Sisters will receive a fabulous grand prize! You don't have to be a great bowler! Anyone can come and bowl to support the program! The enclosed information sheet lists the various sponsorship opportunities available and benefits to the sponsors. We encourage you to purchase a sponsorship package as soon as possible so that we may fully promote your company. If you would like to form a bowling team as well, simply give us a call at 541-312-6047, or visit our website at www.bbbsco.org. Thank you for your consideration and we look forward to hearing from you soon. Sincerely, Mark Wilke Program Director 2008 Sponsorship Packet SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES King Pin $5000 Limited to one • Business recognized as a King Pin Sponsor for Bowl for Kids' Sake on all radio advertisements promoting the event. • Business logo included in all print advertisements promoting the event. • Business logo printed on all event posters displayed throughout Central Oregon • Business logo printed on Pledge Packets distributed across Deschutes County • Business logo on over 500 Bowl for Kids' Sake T-shirts • Sponsorship of two teams to bowl at the event ($700) • Recognition, logo and a Zink to your business on our website (www.bbbsco.org) • Business name and logo printed in the bi-monthly Big Brothers Big Sisters Newsletter (circulation 700) • Business banner displayed May 3, 2008 during BFKS • PSA distributed to all regional newspapers and radio stations regarding BFKS C.- Lucky Strike $2500 Limited Tot: our • Business logo included in all print advertisements promoting the event. • Business logo printed on all event posters displayed throughout Central Oregon • Business logo printed on Pledge Packets distributed across Deschutes County • Business logo on over 500 Bowl for Kids' Sake T-shirts • Sponsorship of one team to bowl at Bowl for Kids' Sake ($350) 2008 Sponsorship Packet Recognition on our website (www.bbbsco.org) Business name printed in the bi-monthly Big Brothers Big Sisters Newsletter (circulation 700) • Business banner displayed May 3, 2008 during the BFKS • PSA distributed to all regional newspapers and radio stations regarding BFKS Spare Sponsor $1000 • Business logo printed on Pledge Packets distributed across Deschutes County. • Business name printed in the bi-monthly Big Brothers Big Sisters Newsletter (circulation 700) • Business banner displayed May 3, 2008 during BFKS • Recognition on our website (www.bbbsco.org) Lane Sponsor $500 • Business banner (provided by us) displayed over a bowling lane during the event. • Business name printed in the bi-monthly Big Brothers Big Sisters Newsletter (circulation 700) • Recognition on our website (www.bbbsco.org) Pin Sponsor $250 • Business name printed in the bi-monthly Big Brothers Big Sisters Newsletter (circulation 700) • Recognition on our website (www.bbbsco.org) ***AII Sponsors will receive public address recognition at the event*** 2008 BFKS SPONSORSHIP REPLY FORM 2008 Sponsorship Packet SakeNAME: COMPANY: ADDRESS: CITY: STATE: ZIP: PHONE: FAX: E-MAIL: ❑ KING PIN $5,000 ❑ LUCKY STRIKE $2,500 ❑ SPARE SPONSOR $1,000 ❑ LANE SPONSOR $500 ❑ PIN SPONSOR $250 Enclosed is my check payable to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon Please Bill Me Charge My Credit Card (circle one) MC VISA Card Number: EXP. DATE: Signature: DATE: ❑ I would Tike more information on forming a BFKS Bowling Team ❑ 1 am unable to sponsor, but would like to make a $ donation. ❑ My gift is matched by a corporate matching fund. (Please enclose form) Please fax to 541-312-6052 or return by mail to: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon 1900 NE Division Street, Suite 202 Bend, OR 97701 WWW.BBBSCO.ORG 2008 Sponsorship Packet Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon BFKS Bend 2008 - Budget Income: Presenting Sponsor x 1 @ $5,000 $5,000 Major Sponsors x 2 @ $2,500 $5,000 Lane Spopnsors x 20 @ $500 $10,000 Business Sponsors x 2 @ $1,000 $2,000 Pledges/Bowlers $28,000 Total: $50,000 Expenses: Advertising $500 Fees $1,000 Printing $600 Prizes $150 Supplies $650 T-shirts $850 Total: $3,750 Net Income: $46,250 COOTIE Pas!Aaa 0>C) (0 =;/m Q. 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