The American Parkinson Disease Association Georgia Chapter is hosting an exciting fund raising event and we need your support. Before we ask for your sponsorship donation I would like to give you some information about who we are and how your donation will help the Parkinson’s Disease Community right here in Georgia.
An estimated 1.5 million Americans have Parkinson's disease. Parkinson's is a slowly progressive brain disorder resulting in the loss of dopamine production. Dopamine is the neuro-transmitter responsible for aiding in body movements. Symptoms include slowness of movement, tremor, muscle stiffness, and postural instability. To date there is no cure.
The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) was founded in 1961 to facilitate patient and family support, medical research, and education. APDA Georgia carries out that mission through an Information & Referral Center, support of respite programs for Caregivers and affiliated support groups which provide education, counseling, assistance and referrals for the Parkinson’s community.
Over 80% of ALL donations go directly to helping those in true need.
Below is a list of the sponsorship we have available along with an example of the support they can pay for in our fight against Parkinson’s Disease!
Platinum Sponsorship - $5,000.00
This sponsorship could pay for 20 hours of medical research! What is clear is that investment in medical research that leads to better treatments for Parkinson’s disease can save millions of dollars each year. Studies have indicated that for every dollar spent on high quality research, $13 could be saved in direct and indirect costs.
- Company logo and hyperlink on www.apdageorgia.org
- Two hole sponsor sign at the Driving Parkinson’s Away Golf Tournament
- Full page ad in event program
- 2 Foursomes to participate in the Driving Parkinson's Away Golf Tournament
Gold Sponsorship - $2,500.00
This sponsorship could pay for the annual medical care for one Parkinson’s patient. The financial burden of Parkinson’s disease on individuals and their families is immense. According to the Parkinson’s Action Network, drugs commonly used to treat Parkinson’s disease cost between $1,000 and $6,000 per year per patient. Annual medical care, including doctors’ visits, physical therapies and treatment for co-occurring illnesses (such as depression) is estimated at $2,000 to $7,000 for people in early stages of the disease, and is probably much higher for advanced stages.
- Company logo and hyperlink on www.apdageorgia.org
- One hole sponsor sign at the Driving Parkinson’s Away Golf Tournament
- Full page ad in event program
- 2 Foursomes to participate in the Driving Parkinson's Away Golf Tournament
Silver Sponsorship - $1,500.00
This sponsorship could pay for 75 hours of respite care for a Parkinson’s patient. Parkinson disease takes a toll on caregivers as well. The advanced stages of diseases such as Parkinson’s may require that patients receive around-the-clock assistance, which many times falls to family members. Family caregivers must guard their own health and look to respite care when necessary. APDA Georgia assists various programs through grants and scholarships to make these services available to the Parkinson’s Community.
- Company logo and hyperlink on www.apdageorgia.org
- Half page ad in event program
- One hole sponsor sign at the Driving Parkinson’s Away Golf Tournament
- 1 Foursome to participate in the Driving Parkinson's Away Golf Tournament
Partner Sponsorship - $1,000.00
This sponsorship could fund a support group for one year. The Georgia Chapter APDA offers many programs for Parkinson's patients and caregivers. These programs help families with day-to-day issues, provide a forum for gathering information about Parkinson’s Disease and serve as a place to make new friends who share similar experiences.
- Company logo and hyperlink on www.apdageorgia.org
- One hole sponsor sign at the Driving Parkinson’s Away Golf Tournament
- Business card size ad in event program
- 1 Foursome to participate in the Driving Parkinson's Away Golf
About the Event
When: Monday April 22, 2013, 10 am Shotgun Start
Where: Smoke Rise Country Club – 4900 Chedworth Drive, Stone Mountain, Georgia 30087
Enjoy a round of golf at the recently renovated Smoke Rise Country Club and support Parkinson’s disease research, public awareness and Respite Programs! Each player will receive a player’s gift bag, on course lunch and an Awards Dinner at the clubhouse. Prizes awarded to 1st and 2nd Place teams. Contests include Closest to the Pin, Longest Drive, and a chance at a Hole-in-One prize. Don’t forget the Putting Contest! All winners will be announced at the Awards Dinner Immediately following play.