STAND UP TO BULLYING MARYLAND
2015 RALLY
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
SECU Arena at Towson University
Towson, MD
Sponsorship Packet
Empowering young people to create positive social change.
STAND UP TO BULLYING
c/o Empower Peace
240 Commercial Street, 2nd Floor
Boston, MA 02109
P: +1 617-912-3800
F: +1 617-570-9159
www.StandUptoBullying.org
January 9, 2014
Dear Friend:
On Wednesday, March 18, 2015, at the SECU Arena at Towson University, bursting with energy
and inspiration, thousands of students will gather to stand up to the epidemic of bullying. Empower
Peace, a Boston-based non-profit, the Maryland Governor’s Office for Children, the Maryland State
Department of Education (MSDE) and the Local Management Board Association, are committed to
preventing bullying and creating a safe school environment. Because your organization has shown a
dedication to community and to young people in Maryland, we ask that you join us in our fight against
all forms of bullying.
STAND UP to Bullying is an anti-bullying event created to educate, motivate and empower young
people to stand up to bullying and bullies and to help create a culture of non-tolerance for this behavior. STAND UP empowers youth to actively promote positive social change in their schools and
communities. STAND UP utilizes a combination of educational information, entertainment and special
recognition to motivate students to stand up to bullying.
STAND UP is a program of Empower Peace, an international Boston-based 501(c)3 nonprofit founded in 2003, dedicated to bridging cultural and communication divides between young people worldwide. Through a global network of students, teachers and schools, Empower Peace is providing the
next generation with the opportunities and tools needed to advance mutual respect, understanding
and peace.
We ask that you consider being a Sponsor for STAND UP to Bullying Maryland 2015. STAND UP
has proven successful in both Massachusetts and New Hampshire since 2011, and we rely on sponsors like you to increase commitment to ending bullying. There are many options to contribute to this
important initiative. We hope you can find one that fits with your mission and resources. Please see
attached packet of Sponsorship information.
Thank you for your consideration of this request. Please contact Molly Lomenzo at 617-912-3806 or
[email protected] if additional information is needed.
Sincerely,
Rick Rendon
Founder
Empower Peace
STAND UP
STAND UP TO BULLYING
c/o Empower Peace
240 Commercial Street, 2nd Floor
Boston, MA 02109
P: +1 617-912-3800
F: +1 617-570-9159
www.StandUptoBullying.org
On Wednesday, March 18, 2015, thousands of middle and high school students and teachers
from across Maryland will come together at Towson University in Towson, Maryland for a oneday program to take a stand against all forms of bullying...
What is STAND UP to Bullying?
STAND UP to Bullying was created in 2011 as a one-day event to educate, motivate and empower
young people to stand up to bullying and bullies and to help create a culture of non-tolerance for this
behavior. STAND UP empowers youth to actively promote positive social change in their schools and
communities. STAND UP utilizes a combination of educational information, entertainment and special
recognition to motivate students to stand up to bullying.
Who Runs STAND UP to Bullying?
STAND UP is a program of Empower Peace, an international Boston-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2003, dedicated to bridging cultural and communication divides among young people worldwide.
Through a global network of students, teachers and schools, Empower Peace is providing the next generation with the opportunities and tools needed to advance mutual respect, understanding and peace.
When and Where is STAND UP to Bullying Maryland?
STAND UP to Bullying Maryland will take place on Wednesday, March 18, 2015 at the SECU arena of
Towson University in Towson, Maryland.
Getting Our Facts Straight: Bullying in the U.S. and Maryland
Bullying is unwanted, aggressive behavior among school aged children that involves a real or perceived
power imbalance. The behavior is repeated, or has the potential to be repeated, over time (stopbullying.
gov).
• Nearly 30% of students reported being bullied at school in 2011 (Bureau of Justice Statistics).
• 71.9% of students 12-18 reported being cyberbullied at least once or twice during the school year in
2013 (Bureau of Justice Statistics).
• 55.2% of LGBT students reported experiencing cyberbullying nationally in 2011 (GLSEN).
• Maryland is #12 in the United States in percentage of high school students who were bullied on school property
(2009 Calvert County Public Schools Report).
• 20.9% of girls and 18.1% of boys reported being bullied on school property in Maryland in 2013 (CDC 2013
Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance).
• 17.2% of girls and 10.7% of girls reported being cyberbullied in Maryland in 2013 (CDC 2013 Youth Risk
Behavior Surveillance).
• 20.0% of girls and 11.6% of boys in Maryland reported seriously considering committing suicide in 2013
(CDC 2013 Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance).
STAND UP TO BULLYING
c/o Empower Peace
240 Commercial Street, 2nd Floor
Boston, MA 02109
P: +1 617-912-3800
F: +1 617-570-9159
www.StandUptoBullying.org
STAND UP to Bullying Maryland FAQs
Who Should Attend?
All students in grades 6-12 are invited to attend STAND UP to Bullying Maryland as a member of a
school or organization. Schools may send groups of students (one adult/teacher for every 10 students
is recommended). Teams should reflect diversity in gender, ethnicity, race, religion, interest, etc.
What Are the Program Highlights?
Student “Town-Hall Meeting”
The program includes an “on-stage” discussion on the issue of bullying featuring a diverse group of
students all impacted by some aspect of bullying. The student audience participates in the discussion
by asking questions from microphone positions on the floor of the arena and also by texting in responses to an interactive survey conducted from the stage. The student discussion is facilitated by bullying
experts, Dr. Elizabeth Englander and Meghan McCoy, and their team of talented and experienced graduate students from the Massachusetts Aggression Reduction Center at Bridgewater State University
(MARC).
Inspirational Speeches
Throughout the day students and teachers will hear from inspirational speakers. We are planning on
having several outstanding presenters: 1) Lizzie Velásquez, who has spoken at several STAND UPs to
much fanfare 2) Brooks Gibbs 3) Tray Chaney and 4) Christine McComas. Lizzie Velásquez is a young
woman whose extremely rare medical condition has led her to become an author and motivational
speaker. Her TEDx talk is particularly moving. Brooks is a motivational speaker and author and a leading authority on bullying. Based in Tennessee, he has presented at over 1,000 school assemblies and
internationally has reached more than 3 million people. He is also the best-selling author of the book
Love is Greater Than Hate. Tray Chaney is an actor, author and rapper known for his role on the show
“The Wire.” Christine McComas is the mother of Grace McComas, a Maryland teen who committed
suicide in 2012 after being bullied. Christine worked hard to get “Grace’s Law” passed and has been an
anti-bullying advocate since.
Exhibition Area of Innovative Programs
An area within the arena will be established for schools and students to showcase their programs
and initiatives that deal with bullying. Schools from throughout Maryland with unique and successful
programs will set up exhibits designed to showcase and share their programs with the interested students and teachers in attendance. Also, within this area, students are presented with the opportunity
to record a video testimonial against bullying, have their photo taken, sign an anti-bullying petition and
create their own anti-bullying campaign button.
STAND UP Awards
Three (3) special recognition awards will be presented for innovative programs developed by schools/
students dealing with bullying. The STAND UP Awards will be presented to the winning students/schools
by local celebrities.
STAND UP TO BULLYING
c/o Empower Peace
240 Commercial Street, 2nd Floor
Boston, MA 02109
P: +1 617-912-3800
F: +1 617-570-9159
www.StandUptoBullying.org
STAND UP: Past Success in MA and NH
We have been hosting rallies and training summits for thousands of students in Massachusetts
and New Hampshire since 2011!
The maiden STAND UP to Bullying took place on December
11, 2011 at Matthews Arena on the campus of Northeastern
University in Boston, Massachusetts. Over 4,000 students
and teachers from 140 schools attended from Massachusetts,
New Hampshire and Rhode Island.
STAND UP 2012 took place on November 29, 2012 at the
Tsongas Center in Lowell, Massachusetts. Over 5,000 students and teachers from over 170 schools and classrooms
attended the day-long event. Speakers included Massachusetts Attorney General Martha Coakley, inspirational speaker and author Lizzie Velásquez, “The X-Factor USA” contestant Jillian Jensen and author Todd Patkin.
STAND UP 2013 MA was held on December 3, 2013 at
the DCU Center Arena in Worcester, Massachusetts. Over
4,000 students and teachers from 120 schools attended.
Speakers included Lizzie Velásquez, renowned poet and
writer Shane Koyczan, Lupe Fiasco and Malcolm Smith,
PhD, CFLE (University of New Hampshire professor and
bullying expert).
STAND UP 2013 NH was conducted at the Whittemore Center Arena, located on the campus of the University of New
Hampshire, on November 15, 2013. The four-hour rally featured a special presentation by New Hampshire Governor
Maggie Hassan. Over 4,000 students attended to rally for the
cause.
STAND UP 2014 NH Training & Action Summit took place
on October 17, 2014 at Manchester Community College.
Students were trained by professionals from the Massachusetts Aggression Reduction Center at Bridgewater State
University. More than 400 students gathered for the day of
training and collaboration.
STAND UP 2014 MA Training & Action Summit took place on November 21, 2014 at Fenway Park.
More than 400 students gathered for a day of skill building and collaboration. Students were trained
by professionals from the Massachusetts Aggression Reduction Center at Bridgewater State
University.
STAND UP TO BULLYING
c/o Empower Peace
240 Commercial Street, 2nd Floor
Boston, MA 02109
P: +1 617-912-3800
F: +1 617-570-9159
www.StandUptoBullying.org
STAND UP to Bullying Maryland
2015 Sponsorship Tiers and Benefits
Co-Title Sponsor: $10,000
Name placement in event title
Name placement on all event materials (banners/podium sign, other signage)
Name placement on website
Acknowledgement in all press outreach and materials
Back cover of the program book
Letter from CEO/President in the program book
Speaking opportunity in program
20 Tickets to STAND UP to Bullying Maryland 2015
Ability to distribute materials to students in attendance
Cornerstone Sponsor: $5,000
Banner at event
Name placement on website
Full page black and white ad in program book
Acknowledgement in all press and outreach materials
10 tickets to STAND UP to Bullying Maryland 2015
Table in the Exhibition Area
Supporting Sponsor: $2,500
Banner at event
Name placement on website
Full page black and white ad in program book
4 tickets to STAND UP to Bullying Maryland 2015
In-Kind Sponsor: $1,000
Listing on website
Listing in program book
Donated goods or services
Friend Sponsor: Listing on website
$500
STAND UP TO BULLYING
c/o Empower Peace
240 Commercial Street, 2nd Floor
Boston, MA 02109
P: +1 617-912-3800
F: +1 617-570-9159
www.StandUptoBullying.org
STAND UP to Bullying Maryland 2015 Sponsorship Form
________ YES! We would like to be a sponsor of STAND UP to Bullying Maryland.
Please sign us up to be a:
________ Co-Title Sponsor:
$10,000
________ Cornerstone Sponsor:
$5,000
________ Supporting Sponsor:
$2,500
________ In-Kind Sponsor:
$1,000
________ Friend Sponsor:
$500
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Empower Peace is a 501 (c)(3) tax exempt non-profit organization.