Thrive is pleased to welcome Mac Arnold and Plate Full ‘O as the headline act for our annual Bids & Blues Fundraiser! As a special treat, we will be joined by Scott Treadway as our guest emcee and host for the evening.

Mac Arnold 2nd a benefit for annual

(formerly Sixth Avenue) October 19, 2013 | 6-9pm Mac Arnold’s professional music career reads like a “Who’s Who” of Blues and R&B Legends. Mac has performed with blues greats like and . For the third year in a row, he was nominated for best Traditional Blues Male Artist at the 2012 Blues Music Award. He continues to serve up a “mess of Blues” with his band, Plate Full O’ Blues. Scott Treadway Wine Reception & Silent Auction - 6pm Mac Arnold & Plate Full ‘O Blues performance - 7pm

Underwriting Opportunities: B.B King...... $5,000 contribution This is the top level of support and reserved for one special underwriter. This level receives top level recognition in all publicity as the headline sponsor. Specifically, your organization will be featured heavily in PR and marketing efforts, including, but not limited to: publicity posters; save the date cards (as information is received); direct mail post cards; print, radio, broadcast, online and social media promotions; prominence on the event gratitude poster; and, a link back to your website from the Thrive website. In addition, your organization will receive eight (8) tickets to the concert, reserved seating, special recognition from the stage; and an opportu- nity to promote your business via a table at the event. Muddy Waters...... $2,500 contribution Underwriters at this level receive a link back to your business from the Thrive website; recognition in the concert program; recogni- tion on the event gratitude poster; recognition in social media and online marketing efforts; six (6) tickets; reserved seating; and, a wine or beer gift basket. Willie Dixon...... $1,000 contribution Underwriters at this level receive a link back to your business from the Thrive website; recognition in the concert program; recogni- tion on the event gratitude poster; recognition in social media and online marketing efforts; and, six (6) tickets to the concert. Howlin’ Wolf ...... $500 contribution Underwriters at this level receive recognition in the concert program; recognition on the event gratitude poster; recognition in social media and online marketing efforts; and, four (4) tickets to the concert. ...... $250 contribution Underwriters at this level receive recognition in the concert program; acknowledgement of your gift via our Thrive Facebook page; and two (2) tickets to the concert. Buddy Guy ...... $100 contribution Underwriters at this level receive recognition in the concert program and two (2) tickets to the concert. “We are so blessed in this community to have a place like Thrive, where people can get back on their feet and participate in our community. Their programs make it possible for people to flourish. As a United Way funded community partner, we feel it is vital to support Thrive and their work.” – Ruth Birge

Thrive was officially formed in September 2006 as the Sixth Avenue Psychiatric Rehabilitation Partners, Inc., but has been a vibrant member of our community for decades. Current programs and services offered include the Clubhouse and the Assertive Community Treatment Team, services that have been identified by those we serve as critical to a full continuum of ecovery.r

Recently rebranded as Thrive in April 2013, this organization inspires hope, wellness and recovery for those living with mental illness. Specifically, staff and members work together to move people from surviving to thriving.

As a privileged member of our local non-profit community, we are dedicated to being good neighbors and community partners. Thank you for supporting our efforts.

828.697.1581 522 kanuga road | hendersonville, nc 28739 | fax: 828.697.4492 | thrive4health.org