2015 Cattle Baron's Ball of the RGV Underwriting Opportunities

2015 UndeRW riTinG OppoRtuNiTieS
2015 CATTLE BARON’S BALL
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY
September 19, 2015 * Boggus Ford Events Center

Join us and become an underwriter for the American Cancer Society's
Cattle Baron's Ball of the Rio Grande Valley.
Be a part of one of the most impactful charitable events of 2015
2015 Cattle Baron's Ball of the RGV ChaiRMeN
On behalf of the American Cancer Society, it is our
distinct honor to be named the General Chairmen of
the 2015 Cattle Baron’s Ball of the RGV. Please join us as
we get ready to dust off our boots and kick up our heels
for a cure at a "Starry Night Over the Rio Grande."
Young or old, male or female, cancer is a disease that
does not discriminate. We have personally seen the
devastating effects of this terrible disease, and it is my
hope that by supporting and donating our time and
efforts, we might all be able to make a difference.
The Cattle Baron’s Ball of the RGV has a rich history
of hosting the best non-profit event in the Rio Grande
Valley, as well as doing a tremendous job of raising much
needed funds. Said funds allow the American Cancer
Society to continue it's mission of helping people stay
well through prevention and early detection; helping
people get well by reducing barriers to treatments; by
funding cures through ground breaking research, and
by fighting back through public policy efforts.
Last year, the Cattle Baron’s Ball raised $118,000 for
cancer research, and it is our goal to raise even more
this year, but we cannot do it without your help. The
generosity of businesses and individuals in our great
community is something we need to make this year's
event the best yet.
We'd like to thank you for your time and contribution as
we saddle up for a night to remember! Everyone knows
someone affected by cancer, and we invite you to get
involved however you can and help us continue to make
a difference. Together we can finish the fight!
2015 Cattle Baron’s Ball of the RGV Chairmen
Christina & George Cardenas

2015
Honoree ChairmaN
It is our privilege to announce Myssie Cardenas-Barajas as the 2015 Honoree Chairman for
the Cattle Baron’s Ball of the RGV.
In July of 2006, Myssie’s mother, Mimi Cardenas, was diagnosed with Stage IV Colon Cancer.
Three years later, Mimi’s sister, Luz Gomez, was diagnosed with Philadelphia chromosomepositive
Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL). As a family they fought bravely until 2011, when
Mimi’s youngest child and only son, Donny Cardenas, fell victim to the stress that plagues
family and caregivers and died suddenly of a stroke at the age of 38. All three of Myssie’s family
members lost their lives that year within six months of each other.
It was during that year that Myssie made a promise to her family - to be an advocate for
cancer awareness, addressing the issues that her mother and Sissy witnessed during their
battles. Shortly before Sissy passed away, she asked Myssie to start running for her so that
she wouldn’t suffer the health dangers that her family did. Myssie hasn’t stopped running
since and documents her journey in her extremely candid blog, RunMyssieRun.com, through
which she inspires her entire community to do the same and not take health for granted.
Thousands have followed her courageous journey filled with faith, hope and an unwavering
determination to make the impossible possible, specifically a world without cancer. It is with
great adoration that we honor Myssie and her family at this year's Cattle Baron’s Ball.
Sincerely,
Christina & George Cardenas
For more information on becoming a sponsor, contact:
Aida Moreno • American Cancer Society • 956.682.8329 • www.cbbrgv.com

BecominG an UnderWriteR
Programs & Services:
* ROAD TO RECOVERY • TRANSPORTATION
PROGRAM
Provides transportation for cancer patients to and from
treatment
* REACH TO RECOVERY
Volunteers who have been treated for breast cancer
visit patients before and after surgery and offer
understanding, support and hope because they
themselves have survived breast cancer.
* GUESTROOM
Provides hotel room for out-of-town cancer patients
while receiving treatment.
* GIFT ITEMS
Free wigs, scarves, head coverings and comfort pillows.
* PERSONAL HEALTH MANAGER
Resource toolkit designed to help patients keep their
prescriptions, medical bills, insurance information, test
results, appointments organized and also includes resources
and information related to diagnosis, treatment, nutrition and
American Cancer Society programs and resources.
* LOOK GOOD…FEEL BETTER
Provides information to women undergoing cancer treatment
to help them look and feel more comfortable with changes in
their appearance.
* QUIT FOR LIFE TOBACCO CESSATION PROGRAM
A telephone counseling program that provides free, confidential
help 24 hours a day from a counselor at
1-877-YES-QUIT.
$25,000 - TexaS Cattle BaroN
Presenting Sponsor
$15,000 - Lone StaR
Underwriting Opportunities - Choice of One
* Beverages * Headline Entertainer * Catering
Gift Bag Items: * Baseball Cap
$10,000 - TEXAS TYCOON
Underwriting Opportunities - Choice of One
* Main Invitation * Evening Program * Decorations * Venue
Gift Bag Item: * T-shirt * iPad Sleeve
$ 7,500 - WILDCATTER
Underwriting Opportunities - Choice of One
* Sound & Lighting * Rentals * Raffle * Gaming Area
Gift Bag Item: * Gift Bag * USB Drive * Multipurpose BBQ Lighter

Can Make A DiffereNcE!
$ 5,000 - MarShalL
Underwriting Opportunities - Choice of One
* Live Auction * Centerpieces * Photobooth * Opening Band
* Video Screen * Bank * Kick-Off Party * Signage
* VIP Lounge & Gift Item
Gift Bag Item: * Apron * Coffee Mug * iPhone Stand * Plastic Tumbler
* Wine Opener
$ 3,500 - TexaS RanGer
Underwriting Opportunities - Choice of One
* Stars of Hope Tribute * Bid Board * Auction Bid Paddle * Auctioneer
* Silent Auction * Security
Gift Bag Item: * KOOZIE * Mint Tin * Hand Sanitizer
$ 2,500 - SherifF
Underwriting Opportunities - Choice of One
* Save the Date * Boot Shine * Beverage Stations * Food Stations
* Mystery Boxes * Beverage Napkin * Main Invitation Envelope
* Program Inner Back Cover * Program Back Cover * Breakfast Tacos
* Program Inner Front Cover * Bucket Raffle * Check-In
Gift Bag Item: * Small Tote Bag Item (Contact office)
* Indicates First Right of Refusal Given to Last Year’s Underwriter

AS A SPONSOR OF THE CATTLE BARON’S BALL OF THE RGV, you will be leading the way in the fight
against cancer in your community. In partnering with YOUR American Cancer Society, you will continue
our mission of creating a world with less cancer and more birthdays by helping people stay well, get well,
finding cures and fighting back!
Table & Ticket PriceS:
Trailblazer Table of 10 - $1,250 • Cattlemen VIP Ticket-$175 each • Cattlemen Ticket - $100 each
AmenitieS
Texas
Cattle
Baron
Lone
Star
Texas
Tycoon
$25,000 $15,000 $10,000
Wildcatter
Marshall
Texas
Ranger
$ 7,500 $ 5,000 $ 3,500
Sheriff
$ 2,500
Reserved Table Seating
*
2 VIP Gold
Baron Tables
*
*
Reserved Table
1 VIP Gold Seating 1 VIP Gold
Baron Table Baron Table
*
1 VIP Gold
Baron Table
*
*
Reserved Table
1 VIP Gold 1 Silver
Seating
Baron Table Baron Table
*
1 Silver
Baron Table
Recognition in media
promotions
*
Recognition in media
promotions
Recognition in media
promotions
Evening Program
Recognition
(artwork provided
by donor)*
*
Full Page
Evening Program
* Recognition *
Full Page(artwork provided Half Page
by donor)*
*
Half Page
Evening Program
* Recognition *
Quarter (artwork Page provided Quarter Page
by donor)*
Recognition on all
printed materials
(Save the Date,
Invitation & Program)*
Recognition on all
printed materials
(Save the Date,
Invitation & Program)*
* * *
Recognition on all
printed materials
(Save the Date,
Invitation & Program)*
* * *
*
Recognition on event
Recognition on event
website
* *
website
* * * *
Invitation to
Invitation to Kick-Off
Recognition on event
website *
Invitation to Kick-Off
Event *
Kick-Off Event
* * Event * * * *
Tote Bags
*
20 Tote Bags
Signage at the event
* Tote Bags * *
10 Tote Bags 10 Tote Bags 10 Tote Bags
Signage at the event
* Tote Bags * *
10 Tote Bags 5 Tote Bags 5 Tote Bags
Signage at the event
(24” x 36” poster) *
(24” x 36” poster) * * *
(24” x 36” poster)
* * *
Access to VIP Lounge
(Private bar, premium
beverages, private reception
with special menu-upon
arrival)
Society Award from the
Access to VIP Lounge
(Private bar, premium
beverages, private
reception with special
menu-upon arrival)
* * *
Society Award from
the American Cancer
Society
American Cancer Society
* * *
* *
Access to VIP Lounge
(Private bar, premium
beverages, on with
special menu-upon
arrival)
Society Award from
the American Cancer
Society
Video Screen
Video Screen
Recognition * *
Recognition
* * *
Video Screen
Recognition
CattleBaronsBallOfTheRgv
*If commited prior to deadline