United Way of Carlisle & Cumberland County is proud to partner with a number of local agencies, organizations, individuals and businesses within our community.
To learn more about becoming a sponsor, please contact Lu at 717-243-4805.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Every year, in an effort to raise awareness and funds to support 26 human service organizations and 41 programs, United Way of Carlisle & Cumberland County hosts a number of events and programs. Each and every one is unique in its own way and boasts the opportunity for partners to interact, to showcase their support of the community and to raise awareness for their brand.
We hope that after looking at the opportunities in the above link that you will consider partnering with United Way as we continue to work to reach out to meet the needs of our community.
Overall Campaign
Campaign Matching Grant – $10,000 – $50,000
The Annual Campaign Leadership Matching Gift Challenge entices community members to become new leadership donors and also encourages current donors to increase their level of giving to the next highest leadership giving level. It accomplishes this by providing a dollar-for-dollar match for any individual who fulfills the challenge.
- Company logo listed on all campaign materials and workplace presentations
- 8 tickets to campaign kick-off and celebration
- Opportunity to address the attendees at kick-off and celebration
- Matching Flyer sent with all direct mail solicitations and shared with all employee campaign coordinators for distribution at workplace
100% Guarantee Sponsor – $7,500 – $20,000
When an individual invests their gift in United Way of Carlisle & Cumberland County, 100% of their donation will support programs that address critical needs in our community. With the support of generous corporate partners, interest from the endowment and special events, all administrative expenses incurred by United Way are paid.
- Company logo listed on all campaign materials
- Recognized at campaign kick-off, celebration and all workplace presentations
Campaign Prize Sponsor – $25-$5,000
As an incentive to individuals to contribute to the campaign, a raffle prize system is offered. Both monetary partnerships and gift-in-kind partnerships are available. The 2018 assortment of prize packages available for partnership includes: Travel United, Dine United, Splurge United, Shop United, Relax United and Stay United.
- Some prize sponsors listed on all campaign materials
- All prize sponsors receive recognition at Celebration
Billboard Sponsor – $3,000
Allows the United Way to reach a broader audience through various billboards during campaign season. Event Held: Year Round
- Company logo on all billboards
Campaign Events
Pacesetter Breakfast Kick-Off – $500 SOLD – F&M TRUST
A breakfast kick-off for businesses running campaigns early, “setting the pace” for the fall campaign. Approx. 30 attendees. Event Held: June 2018
- Company logo on all invitations
- Opportunity to address attendees
- Signage at event
Employee Campaign Coordinator Luncheon – $500 SOLD – DOCEO
Luncheon training for the volunteers who run United Way campaigns at their place of business. Approx. 50 – 60 attendees. Event Held: August 2018
- Company logo on all invitations
- Recognition during the event
- Signage at events
Campaign Kick-Off – $1,500 SOLD – Giant
The kick-off event to our annual campaign, with approx. 200-300 business leaders and community partners in attendance. Event Held: September 2018
- Company logo listed in all event materials
- Signage at event
- Name included in all relevant press release materials
- Opportunity to address the attendees
- 8 tickets to the event
Partner Agency Ticket Sponsor: $350
- Recognition from the podium during the event
- 2 tickets to the event
Campaign Celebration – $1,500 SOLD – Giant
The conclusion of our annual campaign, with approx. 200-300 business leaders and community partners in attendance. Event Held: January 2019 SOLD GIANT
- Company logo listed in all event materials
- Signage at event
- Name included in all relevant press release materials
- Opportunity to address the attendees
- 8 tickets to the event
Partner Agency Ticket Sponsor: $350
- Recognition from the podium during the event
- 2 tickets to the event
Leadership Reception – $2,000
An appreciation event for our donors who give at the leadership level ($1,000 or more in annual support). Approx. 75 attendees.
Event Held: February 2019
- Company logo on all invitations
- Signage at event
- Opportunity to address the attendees
Alexis de Tocqueville Society Reception – $2,500 SOLD M&T Bank
An annual reception to recognize and thank Tocqueville Society donors- those who commit at least $10,000 in annual support to the United Way and the needs of the local community. Approx. 50 attendees. Event Held: Fall 2018
- Company logo on all invitations
- Signage at event
- Opportunity to address the attendees
Humanitarian Award Reception – $2,500 SOLD Martson Law Offices & Dickinson College
Established in 2000, the annual “The Alexis de Tocqueville Humanitarian Award” recognizes an individual’s outstanding volunteer service to the community. All Leadership Associates are also invited. Approx. 100 attendees. Event Held: June 2018
- Company logo on all invitations
- Signage at event
- Name included in relevant press release materials
- Opportunity to address the attendees
Unite Way Pennsylvania-Alexis de Tocqueville Reception – $3,000
All Alexis de Tocqueville Society members are invited. Approx. 30 attendees. Event Held: May 2018
- Reception will be help at the PA Govenor’s Mansion
- Name included in relevant press release materials
- Opportunity to address the attendees
Community Events
Day of Caring/Kick Off– $1,500 (Co-Sponsors) or $3,000 Single Sponsor – Major Co/Sponsors SOLD: Dickinson, Pinnacle, GIANT Additional Co-Sponsorships AVAILABLE
A day of giving back through local volunteer projects. Teams are comprised of individuals and groups of business employees. Approx. 200-250 attendees. Event Held: Fall 2018
- Company logo listed in all event materials
- Signage at event
- Logo on all t-shirts
- Name included in all relevant press release materials
- Opportunity to address the attendees
Regional Glee Competition – $5,000 Title Sponsor SOLD M&T BANK other SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE
Collegiate a cappella groups from the Mid-Atlantic region compete in this annual competition, which raises funds for United Way. Approx. 1,200 attendees. Event Held: April 2019
Additional Sponsorships Available Include:
Success By 6 Transitiont to Kindergarten Conference – $500
The conference attendees range from Early Childhood Educations, Administrators, Teachers, Principals, Superintendents, and Community Partners. Approx. 80 attendees
Event Held: March 2019
- Company logo listed in all event materials
- Signage at event
- Logo on all t-shirts
- Name included in all relevant press release materials
- Opportunity to address the attendees
Emerging Leaders Society Reading Event – $500
The Emerging Leaders Society (UWCCC leadership donors age 40 & under) members, visit local early education centers to read, PA’s “One Book, Every Young Child” book selection, at this annual reading event.
Event Held: April 2019
- Provide a book for every child in the volunteer’s classroom
- Name included in all relevant press release materials
- Recognition on the inside cover of all books
Women’s Leadership Council Luncheon – $500
An annual luncheon with distinguished female speakers, provided for members of the Women’s Leadership Council (WLC). The WLC is comprised of leadership female donors.
Approx. 150 attendees. Event Held: Spring 2019
- Company logo on all invitations
- Signage at event
- Opportunity to address the attendees
- 8 tickets to the event
100 Year Anniversary Celebration – $5,000 (premier sponsor) SOLD 2 Anonymous Donors, Dessert & Beer Sponsors-M&T Bank, Burd’s Nest Brewery $1,000 (co-sponsor) AVAILABLE
An evening to celebrate 100years, UW of Carlisle & Cumberland County.
Event Held: September 2019
Sponsorships Available Include:
- Company logo on all invitations
- Signage at event
- Opportunity to address the attendees
- 6 tickets to the event premier Sponsor or 4 tickets to the event co-sponsor
Evening for the Children Gala Sponsor – $1,250 – 5,000
An evening benefiting summer youth programs run by Carlisle Family YMCA, YWCA Carlisle and Summer Program for Youth (SPY). Sponsorship opportunities include Premier Sponsor, Wine Sponsor, Music and Table Sponsorships.
Event Held: Spring 2019
Sponsorships Available Include:
- Premier – $5,000
- Wine – $2,500
- Cocktail Hour – $2,500
- Music – $1,250
- Table – $1,000
United Way 100 Year Mixer – $2000
Hosting a Celebration Chamber Mixer for the Carlisle Chamber of Commerce
Approx. 150 attendees. Event Held: November 2018
- Signage at event
- Opportunity to address the attendees
2018-19 Sponsorship Commitment
All sponsorships are offered on an as-available basis.
If you would like more information about sponsorships, please contact Lu Flickinger at 717.243.4805 or [email protected]