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RR2017 Packet RIPLEY RACE RUN THE RACE, SUPPORT OUR VETERANS Benefing: stablished in 2009, the Ripley Race is a 5K road race and 1 mile Fun Run to raise awareness and support our soldiers returning from E war, while also honoring the legacy of Col. John Ripley, USMC (Ret). The event features the best 5K course in the Mid-AtlanKc region, a backdrop of Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, and a race course through the city of Annapolis, Maryland’s historic state capital, and post event party located at Fado Irish Pub with live music. ANNAPOLIS, MD NOVEMBER 12, 2017 WWW.RIPLEYRACE.COM Video: www.youtube.com/turningpointsports e are excited to enter into our 9th year with the Ripley Race! To date, we have raised over $350,000 from race parKcipaon and sponsors. Our event is rapidly growing into one of the largest 5K’s in the mid-AtlanKc area with almost 1,500 race parKcipants in 2016. We are expecKng another record turnout this fall. W The Semper Fi Fund (SFF) remains a primary beneficiary of the Ripley Race and we are honored and excited to be a part of this great cause. In 2016, we also added The Staon Foundaon (The Staon) as an addiKonal beneficiary, an organizaon focused on creang a balanced environment for Special Operaons forces returning home and entering civilian life. With the assistance of our Race Organizaon, Turning Point Sports, Ripley Race uKlizes its own 501(c)(3), the “Cincinnatus Fund Inc.,” in order to distribute donaons and race proceeds to SFF and The Staon. Started in 2005 by Karen Guenther, a nurse and spouse of a Marine Corps General Since 2009 Officer, the SFF was created to bridge an obvious gap in financial support for Ripley Race wounded veterans and their families. Several have been faced with challenges in has raised adjusKng to life aer suffering from their ailments, but through their dedicated efforts and determinaon, they have rebounded with strength and have very over $350K powerful stories to share. for our The Staon Foundaon was borne from a criKcal need that demanded acKon. veterans While serving in the Special Operaons Community, co-founders Kevin and Shannon Stacy felt mounKng pressures in their personal and professional lives. As they researched programs to manage the stressors of their lifestyle, it was especially difficult to find authenKc support for service members who had no diagnoses or physical injury. Especially those who conKnued to serve. The Stacys turned these frustraons into purpose, creang working soluKons to the complex demands placed upon Special Operaons. The Ripley Race also pays tribute to the legacy of one of our naons greatest heroes, Colonel John W. Ripley, USMC (Ret.). Colonel Ripley was a 1962 graduate from the U.S. Naval Academy and became a decorated Marine through his heroic acKons in the Vietnam War. “Ripley at the Bridge,” as detailed in a diorama at the Naval Academy’s Memorial Hall, displays the acKons of Colonel Ripley, which later earned him the Navy Cross. While under intense unrelenKng enemy fire, Colonel Ripley dangled for an esKmated three hours under the bridge in order to aach 500 pounds of explosives to the span, ulKmately obliterang it. His acKons definiKvely thwarted an onslaught by 20,000 enemy troops and dozens of tanks and was the subject of a book, The Bridge at Dong Ha. His final tours of duty included being in charge of the NROTC units at the Virginia Military InsKtute and serving as the Senior Marine at the U.S. Naval Academy teaching English and History. The race encompasses the core values of the U.S. Naval Academy and U.S. military of courage, integrity and teamwork, and gives tribute to a Marine who personified these core values. The Ripley Race has seen supported from the local Annapolis area, the greater MD region, and from other naonal level sponsors. This event has grown from 500 parKcipants in 2009 to over 1,500 racers in 2016. We expect that our event parKcipaon can grow to over 2,000 racers in 2017. REACH YOUR TARGET AUDIENCE AND HELP SUPPORT OUR VETERANS! Sponsorship OpportuniKes: Start/Finish Signage MarkeKng materials at registraon Logo/Link Website Logo on Race Flyers Logo on T-Shirts Race Day Announcement Logo Race Bibs Vendor Space on Race Day Email Blasts Complimentary Race Entries Social Media Partner RecogniKon And More! ParKcipant Demographics: the average Ripley Race par7cipant is: Between 12 and 44 years of age 65% military/DOD affiliaon 60% male, 40% female 75% live in Greater Annapolis / AACo 10% travel from Washington, DC metro 5% travel to Annapolis Naval Academy Midshipmen Students Ripley Race ParKcipants Are Interested In: Military AcKve, Healthy, Living Families Government / PoliKcs Business Annapolis Community RIPLEY RACE ANNAPOLIS, MD NOVEMBER 12, 2017 SPONSOR LEVELS WWW.RIPLEYRACE.COM AND BENEFITS PresenKng Sponsor of Ripley Race Prominent Logo placement on custom race logo Company ExecuKve to make remarks at start of race VIP InteracKon with “Team Semper Fi” at all scheduled race events Prominent Logo placement on race website header Logo placement on parKcipant “Photo Zone” backdrop Company ExecuKve to present “Top Finisher” awards and donaon check Two complimentary rooms at Ripley Race headquarters hotel in Annapolis Logo on souvenir ming chip Brand placement in all secured media outlets Logo on race series T-shirt Brand placement in all print adverKsing Exclusive relaonship with respecKve product Logo placement in markeKng outlets, website, email, tabling, & social media Logo placement on race bib Logo placement on website with company URL linked RecogniKon in media press release Banner placement along start/finish line Announced on race day as sponsor/donor Opportunity for 10x10 booth/expo space at event RespecKve number of complimentary race slots (100, 50, 25, 15) PromoKonal informaon displayed at packet pick up and registraon Queson? – Email our Ripley Race Sponsor POC: Adam Borcz at [email protected] WHAT ARE THEY SAYING?: The Ripley Race 5K and Youth Running Clinic is a wonderful program that supports both our injured veterans and the next generaon of Americans, educang children about the importance of service to others and staying healthy. We are “ “ honored to parKcipate once again, it's a truly special way to celebrate the life and memory of Colonel Ripley and all those who serve. We are deeply grateful to the Ripley Race team and community for their amazing support over the years. Karen Guenther Karen Guenther with TSF Founder, Semper Fi Fund Athlete, Nik Beech Rexel is honored to parKcipate in the remembrance and celebraon of the heroism and life of Colonel Ripley. The race itself is a wonderful opportunity to show community “ support for the Semper Fi Fund, our service members, past, “ present, and future; those who have selflessly given so much, and those who have bravely given all. Rexel has been a proud sponsor for three years; be sure to look for Team Members of “Team Rexel” at Rexel at next year’s finish line! Ripley Race 2013 Jack Kenney Branch Support Center, Rexel USA The Colonel Ripley race is truly an amazing event. It is the one race I run with Team Semper fi where I truly feel that I get the chance to follow in the footsteps of all the great warriors who have come before me. With each step “ “ I reflect upon the past and look forward to the future, knowing that we are blazing a path for all future warriors to follow. One of the greatest aspects to this race is being given the opportunity to train and run with kids from all around the community. Sgt Dan Freyburger Speaking at the 6-wk Ripley Race Youth Clinic Sgt Dan Freyburger, USMC (ret.) Team Semper Fi Athlete TEAMS AND AMBASSADORS Ripley Race is the perfect Team-Building acKvity: Every sponsor, donor, or partner is encouraged to set up a team Get your team announced on race day Individuals can fundraise and it accrues to the team totals Individuals and teams can customize their fundraising page Fundraise $2,500 and receive an Apple Watch, Series 2 Fundraise $5,000 and receive an Apple Watch, Series 2, Stainless Steel The Team stuff is fun and easy, here’s what to do: Set up your team - Select a Team Leader and go to www.ripleyrace.com, click “Register”, scroll down the page and click the “Create a New Team” bugon Tell your Team you’re IN - Email your Team with the steps below providing instrucKons on how to register and also fundraise if you choose to do that Register - Send all your Teammates to www.ripleyrace.com, select “Join an ExisKng Team”, and make sure they select your Team during the registraon process Fundraise - Every parKcipant automacally receives a fundraising page and this links to your Team. Send this to your friends and family, share it through social media. Fundraising amounts listed above apply to individuals only, not team totals. Limit is one per individual. Help Create Awareness - Find us at www.facebook.com/ripleyrace or Twier @ripleyrace. Share our most-recent posts or tweets and let your network know you’re IN and that your support our mission Ques?ons? – Contact us at www.ripleyrace.com We are looking for Ambassadors for the 2017 race: As an Ambassador you’re comming to get 20 people to the race Tell your friends & family Follow us on social media, share our posts and tweets You get a custom Ambassador Ripley Race Long Sleeve Shirt! Submit your applicaon at www.ripleyrace.com by clicking on “Ambassador” PRIOR YEAR SPONSORS, DONORS, & PARTNERS Rennie Family Pictures from ripley race Youth ParKcipants Stretching LtGen John Saler, USMC (Ret.) Pre-race Naonal Anthem RIPLEY RACE The Ripley Family with” Team Semper Fi” and Race Founders “Team Semper Fi” Athletes Families 5K Race Start Led by “Team Semper Fi” Naval Academy Midshipmen ParKcipants 1mi Fun Run Start Race Founders Adam Borcz, Tom Ripley, and Jon Brianas with 2016 Winner SPONORSHIP or DONATION FORM RIPLEY RACE Ripley Race Informaon: Ripley Race is a registered 501(c)(3), “Cincinnatus Fund, Inc” DBA Ripley Race All donaons are tax deducKble to the maximum extend authorized by law Ripley Race Tax ID# 45-2932835 Race Info: November 12, 2017, Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, 8:00am Sponsorships or Donaons can be made by prinKng this form and mailing along with check payable to: Ripley Race 12 Thompson St.
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