ROCKING FOR RHINOS SPONSORSHIP PROPOSAL 2014 - NPO NUMBER 137-976 HOEDPSRUIT LIMPOPO SOUTH AFRICA

ROCKING FOR RHINOS
        2014
SPONSORSHIP PROPOSAL

   NPO NUMBER 137-976
       HOEDPSRUIT
        LIMPOPO
      SOUTH AFRICA

ROCKING FOR RHINOS
                       2014 SPONSORSHIP PROPOSAL
Heading into the third year, the annual Rocking for Rhinos festival continues to merge
conservation, entertainment and the public with one united aim – to SAVE our rhino in
a unique and innovative way. By combining opinion influencers such as big bands or
entertainers with festival goers, the message is clear in a medium that all
backgrounds can understand. Each person’s ticket is their donation to save the Rhino.

The poaching of Rhinos in South Africa has reached an all time high with 333 Rhino
slaughtered in 2010 and increasing at an alarming rate to 448 in 2011, 2012
numbers hit 668 while 2013 saw 1004 Rhinos f al l.
A s of J u n e 20 14 w e a r e a lr e ady o n 4 7 6 R h in os lo st to p o ac hi ng i n
S o ut h A f ri c a.

The time is now. If we don’t make a change today, this moment, the population of South
African Rhinos will be lost forever. There are no more questions, no more ifs or buts.
The only question that remains is when they will become extinct.

Take a stand today and support us in our quest to make a difference so that future
generations will have the privilege of seeing these incredible animals – alive, wild and in
their natural environment.

Rocking for Rhinos was formed in January 2012 with extremely motivated, passionate
and dedicated people, united by one fundamental issue; the now critical plight of our
disappearing Rhino population and the war that must be waged against the poachers and
ring leaders that are the direct cause of the demise of this gentle creature.

Rocking for Rhinos is a registered Non-Profit Organisation (NPO number 137-976)
working towards not only the abolishment of Rhino poaching, but also the protection
and management of the remaining Rhino population.
We are based in Hoedspruit, a small town in Limpopo, surrounded by game farms
and in close proximity to the Kruger National Park. Our mission is to do everything
in our power to contribute to the fight against rhino poaching. This includes spreading
awareness, placing pressure on local authorities and educating as many people as we
can in order to create change.
We will also raise as much funding as we can to assist the teams on ground zero of
this senseless war - Those who risk their lives daily to protect the Rhinos and those
who are involved in the capture and prosecution of the perpetrators.

FESTIVAL DETAILS

The festival will take place on the 26th– 28th September 2014, chosen because of the
proximity to World Rhino Day (22nd Sept) and SA Heritage Day (24th Sept).The festival will
take place at Franklyn Park on the outskirts of Hoedspruit, which provides ample space for
staging, exhibition areas, food & beverage areas, as well accommodation in the form of
cam ping zones. It is a secure, closed venue which will be dedicated to the festival for the
duration of the event.
There are additional accommodation options in close proximity to Franklyn Park which
cover all budgets from 5 Star to backpacker’s retreats.

FESTIVALOBJECTIVES

 Broadly, the focus areas will be:

 • Raise as much funds as possible from ticket sales
 • Bring national and world wide awareness to the critical rhino poaching situation
 • Put pressure on local and foreign players to stop the slaughter
 • Combine trusted opinion with local talent to get the message across & create long term
 change
 • Educate the younger generations who can make a difference
 • To equip the Anti-poaching teams on the ground
 • Care for orphaned Rhinos

BENEFICIARIES

100 % of the profits raised from ticket sales will be used to assist the following
Organizations and projects.

 ProtrackAnti-Poaching –Rhino Task Team
 Vince Barkas-0823852690
 www.protrackapu.co.za

Protrack Rhino Task Team was officially established as a nonprofit company on the 17th July
2013. We realize that there are hundreds, if not thousands of nonprofit company’s all
claiming to raise money to protect the Rhino Population of South Africa. So with that in
mind, why would we start yet another organization? The explanation to this is quite simple.
The founders of the NPC have been operating in the anti-poaching industry for 21 years.
Protrack Anti-poaching unit are the oldest and largest private anti-poaching unit in South
Africa. Our expertise in this industry can therefore be directly carried forward to our Non
Profit Company. We also have the entire infrastructure, the informer network, the mobile
reaction and backup, training, management and years of knowledge that one cannot put a
price to.

Bongi'sQuest
Chris Daniels-072 2035 496

On a different level, Bongi’s Quest is a fun and educational book aimed at children between
the ages of 5 – 10. Bongi gives the rhino a name, identity and personality, allowing children
to familiarize themselves with this character, giving them a more personal connection to this
threatened species and more of a reason to protect the Rhino population as a whole.
This book has been translated into many different local languages, and is being distributed
to children in both rural and urban communities, thus promoting awareness of Rhino
conservation in our youngest generations.

"Education is the most powerful weapon that can be used to change the world"-Nelson
Mandela.

Balule Rhino Conservation Project
Craig Spencer-082 7874 366
craigspencer@transfrontierafrica.org

We currently deploy 26 Black Mambas, 19 armed guards within the Balule boundaries and
10 armed guards on a Tactical Response Vehicle that roams outside of the Balule
boundaries. This has been done in conjunction with the Extended Public Works Program
administered by SANParks; Transfrontier Africa; the Endangered Wildlife Trust (through My
Planet), Rette da nas Horn and Rhino Mercy.

This is a social upliftment program that aims to address unemployment and assist with skills
development in South Africa. The South African National Parks Board (SANParks) will
function as the implementation agent for this program and therefore carries the
responsibility to the National Government for the persons employed by the project.
Transfrontier Africa acts in its capacity as the Host Agent on behalf of SANParks and
accommodates the 26 women and 29 men from the local previously disadvantaged
community. SANParks will pay their wages and the Olifants West Conservation Trust will be
responsible for their training, equipment, uniforms and transport.

Thula Thula Rhino Rehabilitation
Yvette Taylor Tel: +27 31 2662024
yvette@earthorganization.org
www.earthorganization.org

In 2003 Lawrence Anthony launched his rescue of the animals in the Baghdad Zoo
which was later documented in his bestselling book Babylon’s Ark. His rehabilitation of
elephant earned him the name "The Elephant Whisperer" as well as many international
accolades, this along with his work to save the Northern White rhino were also captured
in bestselling books. In September 2012, Thula Thula welcomed two new calves
bringing their elephant herd
number up to 24!

Having lost two rhino to heartless poachers Thula Thula decided to step up and help out
in the fight against this scourge. With this was born the rhino rehabilitation program for
all those baby rhino that lose their mothers to poachers. Baby rhino are very dependent
on their mother even once they are grazing not only for protection but also for company
and if left alone at a young age, even in care centres, will die of loneliness.

SPONSORSHIP

As we are an openly NOT FOR PROFITorganisation, we rely solely on sponsorship in order
for the festival to take place. Sponsorship can be in the form of financial donations,
products or equipment. We will gladly accept services related to the organization of a music
festival, anti poaching, rhino chipping, marketing, rhino autopsies, organization running costs
etc. All proceeds from ticket sales go directly into rhino conservation, anti poaching and to
protecting the remaining rhino population.

WHY SPONSOR?

Business sponsorship is a major source of funding for many events as more and more
companies have discovered this to be a powerful marketing tool.
Building and strengthening your company brand through effective visibility is one of the key
essentials in business strategy. By supporting ROCKING FOR RHINOS, you will not only have
access to new markets, but your brand will be seen as one in support of saving South
Africa’s rhino. Further to this, by supporting Rocking for Rhinos, you will be able to increase
brand loyalty and maximize brand awareness through our marketing material.

BRAND POSITIONING

Your brand will be included in event material and you will have the opportunity to include
signage, and make brochures and other materials available to participants and patrons
attending the festival.

MEDIA (ONLINE, PRINT, RADIO & TELEVISION)

We are in contact with a number of local and national radio stations to advertise with during
the lead up to the event. Further to this, press releases and advertisements will be loaded
into many local and national media publications as well as online media platforms that we
are linked to, such as Facebook, Twitter and our website.For a detailed list of media, please
contact the Rocking for Rhinos team.

Disclaimer
Whilst every effort is undertaken to ensure press releases are placed in publications,
Rocking for Rhinos and associated consultants cannot guarantee placement as this
is at the publications discretion.
As with any sponsorship opportunity, as soon you financially commit to becoming a
sponsor your name will be associated with the event and exposure will commence.
The event marketing is underway with the website and Facebook page up and
running with press releases and exposure being distributed / organized.

WHAT SPONSORSHIP FUNDS WILL BE ALLOCATED TO FOR THE FESTIVAL
(For more information regarding estimated costs of items, please contact the Rocking for
Rhinos team directly)

Staging Equipment, lighting equipment and sound equipment for 2-3 stages
Band accommodation, meals and drinks
Medical Tent, Equipment & Medical Personnel
Fire, Security, Event & Ops Room Tents
Toilets and showers
Printing (Tickets, Wristbands, Road Signage, Venue Signage, Posters, Flyers, Banners,
Flags, Crew ID)
Generators (Stages, Stalls, F&B, Ops Centre)
General Lighting (Parking, Campsites, Backstage, Band Areas, Ops Centre, Ablutions, F&B)
Crew Identification – Shirts, Caps & ID Badges
Venue Hire & security

Rocking For Rhinos member details
CEO    – Gareth Putter         073 237 7269 gareth@rockingforrhinos.org
Sponsorship, Initiatives       015 793 1818

Director – Lauren Saad         083 963 7676 lauren@rockingforrhinos.org
Finance, Initiatives

Member – Ken Whyte        083 225 2196 kenwhyte@rockingforrhinos.org
Stage and technical manager

Member – MekaRavenhill        072 610 3687 meka@rockingforrhinos.org
Production manager

Member – Greg Anderson        072 157 0785 greg@rockingforrhinos.org
Party Liaison

Member - Tami Arthur           071 671 8671 tami@rockingforrhinos.org
Band manager

Member – Kim Heyink         082 985 8222 kimheyink@yahoo.com
Vendor and activities manager

Member- Leicha Ehlers           082 303 6551 leicha@vodamail.co.za
PA to CEO and Office admin      015 793 1818

                           Office -     0157931818
                           (Mon – Fri 08h00 – 16-00)

             Rocking For Rhinos, online details

             Website: www.rockingforrhinos.org
             Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RockingForRhinos?fref=ts
             Twitter: rocking4rhinos