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EVENT SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES | 2019-20
WHAT’S INSIDE
I. Organization Overview III. CMS Foundation Board of Directors
II. 2019-20 Sponsorship Opportunities IV. Frequently Asked Questions
- The Schoolanthropy Luncheon
- Teacher Talks
WE ARE THE CMS FOUNDATION
The CMS Foundation is the official nonprofit partner for Charlotte-
Mecklenburg Schools, raising money to support the district’s strategic
priorities. Harnessing the power of private investments in education, we
seed innovative ideas and help expand programs to accelerate system-
wide transformation.
We play a unique role in our community, serving as a trusted bridge that
connects donors to the district’s most critical work. In this position, we
help ensure investments in our school system have a meaningful,
sustainable impact on our students and educators.
A great community must have a great public school system. We believe
that by working together, we can make Charlotte-Mecklenburg a
national leader in public education, where teaching is an iconic
profession and opportunity abounds for every child.
ABOUT THIS PACKAGE
This package details CMS Foundation’s 2019 event sponsorship
opportunities. For additional information on these opportunities and
other ways you can support the CMS Foundation, contact:
Sonja Gantt | Executive Director
sgantt@cms-foundation.org
980-343-0399
The CMS Foundation is a nonprofit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code
The Third Annual Schoolanthropy Luncheon A school lunch that leaves you inspired | September 27, 2019
We’re not your average foundation, and this isn’t your average school lunch. Philanthropy is not limited to corporations or wealthy individuals. We believe everyone can have an impact on education through volunteering, investing financially, or simply exuding a spirit of support for our public schools. We call the support of public education “schoolanthropy.” The Schoolanthropy Luncheon is the CMS Foundation’s largest fundraiser of the year. During this annual event, we highlight our philanthropic priorities and provide insight into the strategic work happening within CMS. With student performances, teacher tributes and remarks from CMS and community leaders, this special event brings together “schoolanthropists” from all walks of life to celebrate and support the students and educators in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
LUNCHEON SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Brain Trust Patron of the Smarts Talent Champion Public School Friend
Presenting | $20,000 Reception | $15,000 $10,000 $5,000
• Two tables with a CMS • Recognition as event • One table with a guest CMS • One table at luncheon
leadership team member at reception sponsor leadership team member • Logo on event program,
each • One table with a guest CMS • Logo on all post-event website and all signage
• Remarks from company leadership team member publicity • Logo on all post-event
representative • Logo on all pre- and post- • Logo on event program, publicity
• Recognition as presenting event publicity website and all signage
sponsor in all pre- and post- • Logo on event website,
event publicity program and all signage
• Recognition on event website, • Recognition as Amplifier
program and all signage Sponsor for 2020 Teacher
• Recognition as Amplifier Talks event
Sponsor for 2020 Teacher
Myers Park High School Mixed Chamber Choir
Talks event
2018 Schoolanthropy Luncheon Performers
MARCH 26, 2020 | MCGLOHON THEATER
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James O’Neal | Math Teacher at Piedmont IB Middle School
2019 Teacher Talks Presenter
There is incredible power in sharing ideas and experiences.
James Ford, a former CMS teacher and the 2014 North Carolina Teacher of the
Year, knew this when he proposed the idea that would later become Teacher Talks.
WHAT IS TEACHER TALKS?
Inspired by the world-renowned TED Talks,
Teacher Talks is an annual event providing
CMS educators with a platform to exchange
ideas, share experiences and inspire others
through powerful talks delivered in front of a
live audience.
This unforgettable evening is filmed live,
and professionally-produced videos of each
talk are available to view and share online.
This annual event is open to the public.
Watch previous talks: cms-foundation.org/our-work/teacher-talks
Alisha Moore | ELL Teacher at Druid Hills Academy
2018 Teacher Talks Presenter
TEACHER TALKS SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Presenting Partner: Luminary | $15,000 (1 Available)
• Remarks from company representative
• Co-present awards with CMS Foundation leadership
• Logo placed on Teacher Talks webpage (1-year)
• Mention by emcee from the stage during event
• Logo on all pre- and post-event publicity
• Logo on all event signage and printed materials
• Special guest seating
• Recognition as Public School Friend sponsor for
2020 Schoolanthropy Luncheon
Reception Sponsors: Illuminator | $10,000
• Mention by emcee from the stage during event
• Logo on all pre- and post-event publicity
• Logo on all event signage and printed materials
• Special guest seating
Experience Sponsors: Amplifier | $5,000
• Logo on all event signage and printed materials
• Logo on all post-event publicity
• Special guest seating
Kari Rhoades | Science Teacher at Mallard Creek High School
2019 Teacher Talks Presenter
2019-20 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
BERNIE WASHINGTON (CHAIR) FRANK EMORY COURTNEY RAMEY DAVID WEBB
Novant Health Novant Health Jabian Consulting Berkeley Capital Advisors
ADAM BERNSTEIN JAMES FRISON THOMAS SCRIVENER EARNEST WINSTON
Chernoff Newman Community Advocate Bank of America Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
MELISSA BUCHANAN SANDRA HOLUB JOHN SHIMP
LPL Financial Albemarle Foundation Ridgemont Equity Partners
ANN BLAKENEY CLARK KATHRYN KISSAM GREG SKIDMORE
Executive Leadership Coach Carolina Youth Coalition Robinson Bradshaw
SCOTT CULPEPPER BRANDON NEAL HOLLY WELCH STUBBING
Jackson National Life Distributors Novant Health Previous Board Chair
Foundation For The CarolinasFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Why does the school district need a foundation? The knowledge and skills required to succeed in our global society continue to evolve and so do the needs of our education system. Public funding alone is not sufficient to provide our students and educators the opportunities they need and deserve to be successful. While CMS receives funding through tax dollars, the vast majority of these funds are restricted (approximately 70%) and can only be used in specific categories like salaries, supplies and facilities. This is why support from the philanthropic community is so critical. Private investments can be used for more than just meeting basic needs. They can seed innovative ideas and help take proven programs to scale. They provide the power needed to truly transform education, which ultimately transforms the entire community. How does the foundation decide what initiatives to fund? The CMS Foundation works closely with CMS educators to understand the district’s most urgent strategic priorities and identify where private investment can help accelerate progress. How is the foundation funded? The CMS Foundation is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and is primarily sustained through private fundraising efforts. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools contributes to the foundation‘s work by providing office space, supplies, technology and administrative support. How can donors trust that their contributions will be used responsibly and have an impact? The mission of the CMS Foundation is to be the trusted bridge between Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools and the donor community. While the foundation is the official fundraising partner for CMS, it is an independent entity that is governed by community representatives. Because of its unique position, the CMS Foundation is able to understand and respond to the district’s needs while being accountable and responsive to the community. Additionally, the foundation serves as an accountability source for CMS. Foundation staff work closely with district leaders to ensure funds are used strategically and that programs are implemented with fidelity. Staff members also report outcomes back to donors. Making sure donors understand the impact of their investments is an important part of the foundation’s role. Is the public school foundation model a new concept? No, this model is not a new concept. In cities across the nation (e.g., New York, Chicago, Denver and Washington, DC), foundations have long served as strategic partners that connect the philanthropic community to public schools and steward private investments to impact student achievement. The foundation to support Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools was established in 2004 and has recently been revitalized to better serve the students, educators and community partners in Charlotte-Mecklenburg.
CONNECT WITH US & LEARN MORE
For additional information on how you can support the CMS Foundation, please contact us at 980-343-0399 or email us at
info@cms-foundation.org. We also invite you to visit our website at cms-foundation.org and to connect with us on social media:
& : @CMS_Foundation
: @CMSFoundation
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