SPONSORSHIP PROPOSAL for M.A.R.S
We are Midlands Adventure Racing Squad (M.A.R.S) based in Laois.The purpose of this letter is to seek a sponsor for our Team in the "An Turas Mor" expedition race to be held this year in Kerry during June. We are the only one of a few teams from Ireland competing in this race. Forty teams from around the world will be participating in this competition. What is the "An Turas Mor"? It is a multi-discipline, 4-6 day expedition race. An expedition race relies on teamwork while testing the mental and physical limits of each competitor.The race runs 24 hours a day, and covers an approximate distance of 650km. The "An Turas Mor" in Kerry will consist of navigation with map and compass, mountain biking, climbing and rappelling with fixed ropes, two forms of water craft travel (rafting and kayaking), and mountaineering, horse riding and swimming.
Media and Publicity Opportunities
How does sponsorship of our team benefit your company? The "An Turas Mor" will allow a prominently displayed team sponsor name on our race . All team members will wear this race jersey for the duration of the race. This feature will ensure considerable exposure for your company, since approximately 250 million viewers will be targeted around the world with this race. We intend to contact local and national tv and radio stations to promote ourselves as we are also raising money for the charity Barnardos. .
Who will you be sponsoring?
Each team must be comprised of 4 members, one of which must be of the opposite sex. The team must stay together during the race, and the team must finish together. If a team member cannot finish, the team will be disqualified. We have put together a strong well-diversified team, which will be able to meet the widely varied challenges we will face. Each team member possesses their own dynamic skills which when combined will create a competitive, well-rounded team. Team sponsorship could be the opportunity you are looking for. We have a strong dynamic team with an extensive variety of experience coupled with a desire to compete and do our best. Together we can make this the adventure of a lifetime.
What does it take to be our primary sponsor?
As you can imagine, this will be a costly endeavor. We are seeking sponsorship in the amount in full or in part of 8,500 euro for An Turas More and thereafter if possible. All surplus money will be donated to Barnardos
This will include: Team Entry Fee 3,000 euro (deposit paid) Transportation 500 euro *Gear & Equipment 2,500 euro Training Races and weekends 2,500 euro *Gear includes all clothing with your company logos in as many viewable locations as allowed by an Turas More. We will promote your company as sponsor with as much media attention as possible.
There are mandatory personal and mandatory team equipment lists. Those lists are exclusive to each race and venue. As you can see by the many different race disciplines, the equipment need is varied and extensive. This request is our best estimate at this time. We understand that not all companies will be able to support such a large request however we are accepting any donations and can set up local advertising with our team and your company as requested.
Events Summary:
An Turas Mor 14th- 21st June http://www.anturasmor.com/ We are also competeing in the Three peaks yacht race, which we can also include in our sponsors deal also. Three Peaks Yacht Race 28th June - 4th July. http://www.threepeaksyachtrace.co.uk/ Thanking You! M.A.R.S adventuare@midlandsar.com www.midlandsar.com