2013 Sponsorship Opportunities
Updated 6/13/2013
Nationally, more than 400,000 children are currently living in foster care because their families
are in crisis or unable to provide for their essential well-being.
Nationally
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The average age of children in foster care is 9.
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The average length of stay for children in care was 774 days.
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Research shows that less than half of former foster youth are employed at 23, and less than three
percent have finished college.
In Michigan (as of fiscal year 2012)
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34,219 children were victims of abuse and neglect.
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Approximately, 13,000 children are in foster care at any given time – most are in temporary foster
care settings because of parental abuse or neglect.
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Seventy percent of teens who emancipate from foster care report that they want to attend college,
but fewer than ten percent who graduate from high school enroll in college, and of those less than
three percent graduate from college.
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In 2007, Western Michigan University established the Seita Scholarship. Named to honor Dr. John
Seita, the program provides a tuition scholarship to students who have lived in foster care. It also
provides a campus coach and resources for additional college expenses like room and board, books
and fees.
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In 2009, Michigan Education Trust established the Charitable Tuition Program and offered
Charitable Contracts and contribution options. Public Acts 134 & 135 of 2009 provides a Michigan
tax deduction for contributions to MET Charitable Tuition Program from individuals and entities.
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In 2012, MET held fund raising events to provide $21,800 to four Michigan universities with
established programs to aid foster care youth: Western Michigan University, Michigan State
University, Ferris State University and University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. The funds were distributed
to students through the universities’ financial aid offices.
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Currently, nine Michigan colleges and universities have implemented programs to support former
foster care youth who want to earn a college degree: Baker College – Flint, Eastern Michigan
University, Ferris State University, Michigan State University, Saginaw Valley State University,
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor, University of Michigan – Flint, Wayne State University and
Western Michigan University. These universities are eligible to receive MET funds.
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Donations to MET’s Charitable Contributions program will directly assist students with tuition, fees,
room, board, books and supplies.
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Gov. & Mrs. Rick Snyder, Honorary Chairpersons
Mr. & Mrs. Paul W. Smith, Honorary Chairpersons
State Treasurer Andy Dillon, Chairperson
DHS Director Maura Corrigan, Chairperson
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Gary Anderson, Michigan State University
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Sen. Rick Jones
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C. Patrick Babcock, DHS Director 1987-1990
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Noble Kheder, Former DHS Director
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Paul & Amy Blavin, Blavin Scholars Program
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Rep. Robert & Liz Kosowski
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Eliya Boji, Boji Group
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Rep. Kenneth Kurtz
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Rep. Jase & Molly Bolger
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D. William & Jean Lakin, Ferris State University
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Rep. Philip Cavanagh
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Jason Allen & Suzanne Miller-Allen
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Angelique Day, Wayne State University
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Marty Mitchell, Starr Commonwealth
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Mark Murray, Meijer
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Pastor Aaron & Trina Richardson, Evangel Ministries
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Rochelle Riley, Detroit Free Press
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Brian & Tiffany Rooney, DHS
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Greg Rosine, Western Michigan University
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Mr. & Mrs. Albert Scaglione, Park West Foundation
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Robert & Nancy Schostak, Schostak Brothers
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John Seita, Michigan State University
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Rep. Mike Shirkey
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John Smalley, AACFA
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Rev. Kate Thoresen, Faith Community Coalition
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Marianne Udow-Phillips, DHS Director 2004-2007
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Yvonne Unrau, Western Michigan University
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Michael Williams, Orchard’s Children Services
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Marcella Wilson, Matrix Human Services
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Ronald DeCook, DeCook Governmental Policy &
Strategies
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Mark Delorey, Western Michigan University
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Kevin Dittrich, Hungry Howie’s
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John & Linda Dunn, Western Michigan University
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David & Patsy Eisler, Ferris State University
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Sen. Judy Emmons
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Nolan Finley, Detroit News
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Saba Gebrai, Park West Foundation
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Carol Goss, Skillman Foundation
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Marva Hammons, DHS Director 1997-1999
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Cameron & Gail Hosner, Judson Center
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Kathie House, Oakland Community College
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Doug Howard, DHS Director 1999-2002
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Mary Huebner
Through the generosity of Paul and Amy Blavin of
the Blavin Foundation, every dollar raised during
the Fostering Futures event will be matched up to
$50,000.
100 percent of the proceeds from this event, including
sponsorships, directly benefit foster care students.
Donations are tax deductible.
PRESENTING SPONSOR $20,000+
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Logo as Presenting Sponsor on all printed marketing materials and MET website
Logo on prominent signage throughout the event and noted as Presenting Sponsor by the emcee
Referenced as Presenting Sponsor in all public relations activities and promotion with media partners
Private dinner for four with the State Treasurer Andy Dillon (date TBA)
20 tickets
Right of first acceptance for next year’s event
Estimated Media is $45,000 + and estimated Web and print impressions will be 50,000 +
PREMIER SPONSOR $15,000
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Logo on prominent signage throughout the event and noted as Premier Sponsor by the emcee
Logo as Premier Sponsor on all printed marketing materials and MET website
Referenced as Premier Sponsor in all public relations activities and promotion with media partners
16 tickets
Estimated Media Value is $30,000 + and estimated Web and print impressions will be 50,000 +
DINNER SPONSOR $10,000 - MEIJER
• Logo on prominent signage throughout the event and noted as Dinner Sponsor by the emcee
• Logo as Dinner Sponsor on all printed marketing materials and MET website as well as in all public
relations activities and promotion with media partners
• 14 tickets
Estimated Media Value is $20,000 + and estimated Web and print impressions will be 50,000 +
PRESIDENTIAL SPONSOR $7,500
• Recognition on signage at the event and MET website as well as mentions in all public relations
activities and promotion with media partners
• Your name/logo on an approved take-away item given to each of the attendees
• 12 tickets
Estimated Media Value is $10,000 + and estimated Web and print impressions will be 50,000 +
GRADUATE SPONSOR $5,000
• Logo on signage at the event and MET website as well as mentions in all public relations activities
and promotion with media partners
• 10 tickets
Estimated Media Value is $7,500 + and estimated Web and print impressions will be 50,000 +
FELLOWSHIP SPONSOR $2,500
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Recognition on signage at the event and MET website as well as mentions in all public relations activities
Eight tickets
Estimated Media Value is $5,000 +
SUPPORTING SPONSOR $1,000
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Recognition on signage at the event and MET website as well as mentions in all public relations activities
Four tickets
CONTRIBUTOR $500
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Recognition on signage at the event and in the event program
SILENT AUCTION
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Donate items for silent auction
Value of items donated are tax deductible on Michigan income tax form
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WXYZ-TV 7
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Michigan Association of Broadcasters (MAB)
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WWJ-News Radio
PRESENTING SPONSOR: HUNGRY HOWIE’S PIZZA
100 percent of proceeds and donations, including sponsorships,
directly benefit foster care students.
Donations are tax deductible.
PRESENTING SPONSOR: HUNGRY HOWIE’S PIZZA
SUPPORTING SPONSOR: INDEPENDENT BANK
CONTRIBUTOR: LAFCU
PRESENTING SPONSOR - Hungry Howie’s
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Logo as Presenting sponsor on all printed marketing materials, MET Web site & MET Facebook page
Logo on email blast to over 32,000 State, Legislative & City of Lansing employees
Logo on prominent signage throughout the event
Referenced as Presenting sponsor in all public relations activities and promotion with media partners
Opportunity to distribute coupons
Estimated Media is $10,000 + and estimated Web and print impressions will be 50,000 +
GRADUATE SPONSOR $5,000
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Logo on email blast to over 32,000 State, Legislative & City of Lansing employees
Logo on prominent signage throughout the event
Logo as Premier sponsor on all printed marketing materials & MET Web site
Referenced as Premier sponsor in all public relations activities and promotion with media partners
1 Table/Booth at event
Estimated Media Value is $7,500 + and estimated Web and print impressions will be 50,000 +
FELLOWSHIP SPONSOR $2,500
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Recognition on signage at the event & MET Web site
1 Table/Booth
Estimated Media Value is $5,000 +
SUPPORTING SPONSOR $1,000
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Recognition on signage at the event
1 Table/Booth
CONTRIBUTOR $500
• Recognition on signage at the event
RAFFLE DONATIONS
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Donate a MET contract or other items for raffle
Value of items donated are tax deductible on Michigan income tax form
INITIAL GOAL: $1,000
PIZZA PARTY ON THE CAPITOL LAWN
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Sponsored by Hungry Howie’s Pizza & Melting
Moments Ice Cream
Generated more than $3,000
FIRST ANNUAL FOSTERING FUTURES DINNER
 Sponsored by Huntington Bank, MESP, Stout Risius
Ross Inc., & Pace and Partners
 Media Partners: WXYZ-TV & MAB
 Generated more than $18,000
Susan Haddad
DBA Worldwide
248-601-5214
[email protected]
Robin Lott
Michigan Education Trust
517-241-3301
[email protected]
Diane Brewer
Michigan Education Trust
517-241-2781
[email protected]