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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