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bringing a little joy and femininity to our active duty, deployed, US servicewomen

through care packages geared for women

2018 Sponsorship Packet

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Operation Courage is Beautiful: Overview

We are so happy to be able to share Operation Courage is Beautiful (OCIB) with you. We are a 501(c)3 non-profit, 100% powered by local and nationwide volunteers and donors.

There are women who need your support right now. 16% of all active duty personnel are women, yet most care packages, with the best of intentions, are unisex or geared for men. Approximately 50% of all the requests we get for our OCIB care packages are from women who are currently deployed. The other 50% of requests are from their family or friends who think they would like ond of our care packages.

OCIB care packages support the morale and wellness needs of women with high quality, donated women’s toiletries (such as women’s shampoo and conditioner, face wash, body wash, body lotion, feminine hygiene products, makeup), women’s magazines and books, and notes of thanks and encouragement.

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Operation Courage is Beautiful: Overview

Each package costs $17 to pack and ship. Packages are sent upon online request with a valid military address and deployment period.

Our shipping costs are our largest budget expense. Historically, the number of packages we can send annually is dependent on our available funds, not the availability of products. Only 5-6% of our budget is spent on administrative, operating costs, and we do not use any of our funds to purchase products for inclusion in our packages.

Sponsors like you are critical to our success and the morale of servicewomen.

All donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.

Tax ID: 47-4812161.

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Operation Courage is Beautiful: Impact

“To see everything I needed in one box was perfect. Everything I need to feel feminine in and out of uniform. So much joy in such a small box. I am so grateful. More often than not the care packages are geared for men, rightfully so since most of the personnel here are men. The joy to see all the wonderful items and they were just for me, like you actually knew me. Thankful for your kindness. ”

SSG I. Gabriela

If you have ever missed home or like you are starting to lose who you are, you can probably relate.

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Operation Courage is Beautiful: Impact

“Just an AF Sgt here trying to get my girls the things they need! the boys get their soaps and cigars and we just need a little pick me up! We are working hard out here and would love to set my ladies up with some products they don't get easy access to!”

“Autumn is a amazing woman in so many ways... she in this big world trying to find the right road for her. She is a giver and loves with all her heart . She joined because she wanted more from life and though its been hard and obstacles have been many she keeps reaching and giving...she is my hero”

“I am a single mother of two boys ages 12 and 9. I was once told by my youngest son that I was a super hero. I love what I do and I am bless to have a family behind me to support me.

– Nakita Harrell”

“Hi, received your care package this morning and I have to say, you guys are amazing!!! So many goodies I can’t wait to use them!! I am super excited about it. Thank you for what you do and for thinking of us girls on deployment. I will share all this with my military friends and will definitely recommend you to future deployment females.

God bless you for all you do.

– Paula”

“Good afternoon! Today I was so surprised when I received a care package from you. I am a CH-47 pilot deployed to Afghanistan and the only female in the unit. A lot of people don’t understand the challenges of being the only female we have such different needs as the men.

I was so touched to receive a personalized package with everything I need, lotion, skincare, bodywash and shampoo and conditioner!!!! You have made my day! I am so grateful for your support. A million thanks!

Sincere Regards,

1LT Tara P.

CH-47 Pilot / Platoon Leader”

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Operation Courage is Beautiful: Accomplishments & Impact

5000+

care packages shipped since OCIB’s inception

Average cost

to ship a package:

$17

Over 1,000 care packages shipped in 2017

1000 care packages to be sent in 2018

265 volunteers engaged in San Diego community in 2017

Approximate retail value of each care package:

$70 of donated product

Approximately 50% of requests from deployed servicemembers

1500 social media

followers

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Operation Courage is Beautiful: 2018 Schedule

Volunteer packing / sorting events

Volunteer size

Event objective

March 24

10

100 care packages created, 50 donation boxes sorted

June 16

30

250 care packages created, 75 donation boxes sorted

November

80

250 care packages created, 75 donation boxes sorted

December

30

300 care packages created, 75 donation boxes sorted

Additional Dates TBD

TBD

TBD

Community outreach events

Event size

Event objective

April 29 – Kid FUN Fest

900 people

200 care package boxes decorated

Strategic Fundraiser

TBD

TBD

Donation Drive

TBD

TBD

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Operation Courage is Beautiful: Sponsorships

Sponsorship level

Bronze $1000

Silver $2500

Gold $5000

Logo on home page and Sponsorship page of OCIB website

x

x

x

Logo in Partners and Sponsors Photo Album on OCIB Facebook page

x

x

x

Recognition on Social Media Posts

Holiday/Observance Days** Mentions Only

Holiday/Observance Days** Mentions Only

All posts

Logo on other print and digital media (e.g. flyers, invitations, emails, newsletters, videos)

x

x

x

OCIB T-shirt

QTY 1

QTY 2

QTY 2

Opportunity for sponsor to display branded banner at OCIB events

x

x

Live Plug in Opening & Closing Event Remarks

x

x

Logo on Exterior Care package Branding Label

x

* All materials/copy subject to approval and limitations apply. ** Holiday/Observance Days include: New Year’s Day, President’s Day, Women’s History Month, National Military Appreciation Month, Mother’s Day, Armed Forces Day, Memorial Day, PTSD Awareness Day, Independence Day, Patriot Day, Day of the Deployed, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day

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Operation Courage is Beautiful:

Additional Sponsorship Options

with Bronze, Silver, or Gold Committment

Inclusion of Quarter Page (max) marketing insert in care packages

$200/1000 inserts

Inclusion of Half Page (max) marketing insert in care packages

$250/1000 inserts

Inclusion of Full Page (max) marketing insert in care packages

$300/1000 inserts

Inclusion of 5 “optional” questions in Online Care Package Request Form

$1000 annually

Selective insertion of product in care packages

$1500 annually

Inclusion of online/print survey (one full page). .

$1000/survey

* All materials/copy subject to approval and limitations apply

revised 6/28/2018

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Operation Courage is Beautiful: Sponsorship Application

Contact Name: ___________________________________________________________________

Contact Phone: _____________________________ Contact e-mail: _____________________________________________

Company Name: _____________________________________ Company Phone: __________________________________

Company Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________

Sponsorship Level Selection: _____________________________________________________________________________________

Additional Options: ____________________________________________________________________________________________

Preferred Start Date: ___________________________________ Preferred End Date:_____________________________________

Comments/Notes: ____________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Please send check after acceptance of application to: OCIB 9921 Carmel Mountain Rd. San Diego, CA 92129

Please e-mail hi-resolution logo to: marketing@operationcourage.org

Completed form and questions may be e-mailed to: fundraising@operationcourage.org

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Operation Courage is Beautiful: Connect with Us!

Visit Operation Courage is Beautiful’s Facebook page for the latest updates

on community events and impact.

www.facebook.com/operationcourage

Visit Operation Courage is Beautiful’s homepage to find more information.

www.operationcourage.org

E-mail: contact@operationcourage.org

Phone: 858-848-1048

Mailing Address:

OCIB

9921 Carmel Mountain Rd.

San Diego, CA 92129

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