Sponsorship Letter
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS 1ST ANNUAL 5K K-9 RACE MAY 4, 2024
RUN, DOG JOG, WALK, WHEELCHAIR/WALKER/CANE, VIRTUAL
Please see PDF below for the Commitment Form
Knights of Columbus Emblem of the Order:
The emblem of the Order dates from the second Supreme Council meeting, held May 12, 1883. It was designed by then-Supreme Knight James T. Mullen.
The emblem is composed of a shield mounted upon the Formee Cross. The shield is associated with medieval knights. The Formee Cross is a traditional artistic design of the Cross of Christ and represents the Catholic sprit of the Order.
Mounted on the shield is a vertically standing fasces with an anchor and short sword crossed behind it. The fasces dates from the Roman Empire and is symbolic of authority, which must exist in any tightly bonded and efficiently operating organization. The anchor is the mariner’s Symbol, symbolic of Columbus, patron of the Order. The short sword was the weapon of the knight when engaged upon errands of mercy. Together with the shield and the letters K of C, these symbols express Catholic knighthood in organized, merciful action.
The colors of red, white, and blue in the background of the shield and the foreground of the Formee Cross are colors that represent noble aspects of the Order. Red is symbolic of stout-hearted courage, of pulsing activity and a full measure of devotion. Blue is symbolic of hope, of calm tranquility under God and of confidence in the protection of one’s country. White is symbolic of nobility of purpose, of purity of aim and of crucible-tried ideals to be carried out.
There is also ecclesiastical symbolism for the colors red, white, and blue. Red is symbolic of Christ’s redemptive blood, shed upon Calvary, and of the martyrs’ blood, shed in defense of faith. Red is the symbol of faith, belief in Christ, redemption and knowledge of the love of Jesus Christ. White is symbolic of the Eucharistic host, pledge of God’s Eucharistic presence among men, the infinite love God has for man and the overwhelming affection which God has for each individual. White is symbolic of Christ-like charity. Blue is symbolic of Our Lady’s mantle, in which she wrapped her beloved Son, through whom came salvation to a sinful world. Blue is the symbol of hope.
Beneficiary
We are raising money to support the K-9 Unit of the Saint Marys Police Department. They now have four K-9’s with three of them in training. They have to raise all their money for the support and operation of the K-9’s. With your support of donations and sponsorships we can make this event very successful.
Knight of Columbus Sponsorship Opportunities
Title Sponsor: $5,000 x1
- Ten (10) Race Entries.
- Prominent logo recognition on all T-Shirts, Bandannas, and printed material.
- Verbal recognition prior to the event start.
- Opportunity to provide product/logo items in gift bags.
- Title and logo on the signup website.
- Option for a vendor table.
- Banner at start and finish line on race day.
Partner Sponsor $2,500 x3
- Five (5) Race Entries.
- Verbal recognition prior to the event start.
- Opportunity to provide product/logo items in gift bags.
- Medium logo on the signup website, t-shirts, and bandannas.
- Option for a vendor table.
- Two locations on route for a banner on race day.
Platinum Sponsor $2,000 x3
- Four (4) Race Entries.
- Verbal recognition prior to the event start.
- Opportunity to provide product/logo items in gift bags.
- Medium logo on the signup website, t-shirts, and bandannas.
- Option for a vendor table.
- One location on route for a banner on race day.
Gold Sponsor $1,500 x5
- Three (3) Race Entries.
- Verbal recognition prior to the event start.
- Opportunity to provide product/logo items in gift bags.
- Medium logo on the signup website, t-shirts, and bandannas.
- Option for a vendor table.
- One location on route for a banner on race day.
Silver Sponsor $1,000 x10
- One (1) Race Entry.
- Verbal recognition prior to the event start.
- Opportunity to provide product/logo items in gift bags.
- Small logo on the signup website, t-shirts, and bandannas.
- Option for a vendor table.
Shirt Sponsor $2,000
- Three (3) Race Entries.
- Large logo on t-shirts.
- Promote company logo on signup website.
- Opportunity to provide product/logo items in gift bags.
- Option for a vendor table.
Bandanna Sponsor $1,000
- One (1) Race Entry.
- Verbal recognition prior to the event start.
- Opportunity to provide product/logo items in gift bags.
- Small logo on the event signup website, t-shirt, bandannas.
- Option for a vendor table.
Bib Sponsor $2,000
- Three (3) Race Entries.
- Medium logo on t-shirts and logo on bibs.
- Promote company logo on signup website.
- Opportunity to provide product/logo items in gift bags.
- Option for a vendor table.
Food Sponsor $1,000
- One (1) Race Entry
- Verbal recognition prior to the event start.
- Opportunity to provide product/logo items in gift bags.
- Small logo on the event signup website and t-shirt
- Option for a vendor table.
Mile Marker Sponsor 1 Mile: $200 or All 3 Miles: $500
- One (1) Race Entry
- Logo/sign at the mile markers.
- Company name listed on event signup website and t-shirt
- Option for a vendor table.
Award Sponsor $1,000
- One (1) Race Entry
- Verbal recognition prior to the event start.
- Opportunity to provide product/logo items in gift bags.
- Small logo on the event signup website and t-shirt
- Option for a vendor table.
Vendor Sponsor $200
- One (1) Race Entry
- Verbal recognition prior to the event start.
- Opportunity to provide product/logo items in gift bags.
- Company name listed on signup website and t-shirt
- Option for a vendor table.
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