Corporate Sponsorship Package - Sunrise Performing Arts · sunrise performing arts centre of excellence inc. the space dance act perform media release for immediate release june 19,

Corporate Sponsorship Package

the SPACE dance . act . perform

The SPACE Inc.

(204) 444-3567

[email protected]

Sunshine Photography

Thank you for your interest in Sponsoring the SPACE.

Our Corporate Sponsorship package is designed to provide you with an introduction to the SPACE: who we are, and what we do for our rural community.

Please find enclosed our Fact Sheet with brief facts about the SPACE such as: community demographics and some of our upcoming events for the season. Visit our new website at sunriseperformingarts.cafor more information.

Our Performer's Spotlight piece highlights our most valuable asset...the performers. The SPACE is so proud of our performers, we would have loved to include 20 pages of Performer's Spotlights. But hopefully, this one-pager provides a glimpse of how participating in performing arts at the SPACE impacts people's lives. It truly makes a lifelong impression.

We have also included a sample Media Release pertaining to the Canadian Revenue Agency granting us Charitable Status back in February of 2013. Being recognized as a Charity was a monumental event for he SPACE. It reinforced our long-held belief in providing our rural community with performing arts opportunities in a not-for-profit format. The media release also showcases our ability to write effective media relations materials . We believe sponsorship is a partnership, and our public relations skills will be used to their fullest to make it a lasting relationship.

You can learn more about the SPACE in the History we have provided. We are proud of our history as it reflects our unwavering belief in community and commitment to the performing arts.

On June 24, 2013 Community Futures Winnipeg River presented the SPACE with the 2012-13 Business of the Year Award. After many years of hard work and dedication in establishing and developing the SPACE, this award not only recognizes the progress we've made and the challenges we've overcome: it gives us renewed energy for our future.

Lastly, we have enclosed our Sponsorship Levels. We have tried to anticipate our Sponsor's needs with the outlined benefits. However, we are not limiting our sponsorship partnerships with these levels, we will tailor the benefits to meet your needs whenever possible.

We realize sponsorship is an important decision and will be more than willing to provide you with any other information you require in making that decision.

Please contact the SPACE with any questions, concerns or requests for additional information.

Thank you!

Sincerely,

the SPACE

Office Phone: (204) 444-5673 Office email: [email protected] Executive Director Email: [email protected] (Wendy Bobby) Board of Directors: [email protected]

SUNRISE PERFORMINGARTS CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE INC.

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the SPACE

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TheSPACE is a not-for profit Charitable organization that brings the world of performing arts to rural children through a variety of classes including many styles of dance, theatre, and much more.

Located in Oakbank, Manitoba, The SPACE services the RM of Springfield: Population: 14,069; Land Area: 1,100km2. Agriculture is the dominant land use accounting for 60.8%.

Since inception, The SPACE has been pre-dominantly self-funded (up to 95% in some years). This shows the dedication of its members, the responsibility of its management, and the vitality of our market.

The SPACE has worked diligently to purchase the building and property it has called home over the last decade. Just last year this goal was achieved. The SPACE is located on Main Street Oakbank, Springfield's largest and fastest growing town.

The SPACE is fuelled by dedicated volunteers under the artistic vision of executive director Wendy Bobby. Many of the SPACE's teachers are mature students who have gone through the mentorship program. Together, our mission is to bring performing arts opportunities to people living in rural areas that would never have them otherwise.

UpcomingEvents

Sept 26, 2014 - Bud, Spud & Steak Oakbank Motor Hotel

Dec 6, 2014 - Performing Program Showcase St Boniface College: 240 seats

Feb 17,19,20, 21,22, 2015 - Disney Beauty and the Beast Jr. Oakbank United Church: 150 seats

Feb14, 2015 - Sweetheart Ball Dugald Community Club

May 24, 2015 - The SPACE Recital Pantages Theatre: 1400 seats

June12-14, 2015Springfield Chicken Daze - Oakbank: Parade Float and Performances July 1, 2015 Canada Day Performances Dugald & Lac du Bonnet Manitoba

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Halle Harmatuik Tap, Ballet, Jazz Five-year old Halle Harmatiuk has been dancing at The SPACE since she was two. Now, at just five years of age, Halle's confidence shines through not just when she dances but in all she does. "I feel brave!" she says, "Some people are afraid of being on stage, but I'm not."

Melissa Baert Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Hip Hop, Musical Theatre Mentorship Program, Teaching Over her past 13 years of being involved at the SPACE, Melissa Baerthas done it all. She is an accomplished performer in many styles of dance, in addition to singing and acting in the musical theatre company. "When I perform, I clear my head and forget my problems." says Melissa," I feel confident, I feel free, I feel happy, I feel like I can be anyone." Melissa is a recent graduate of the SPACE's mentorship program becoming a valuable addition to the teaching faculty.

Performer's Spotlight Luc Perrault Musical Theatre At just 11 years of age, Luc Perrault, has already accumulated a very diverse performing resume including acting, singing, dancing, and playing numerous musical instruments. Luc says his training has helped him both on and off stage. " I made it to the provincial level in my 4-H public speaking this year" says Luc, " and at school I was able to sing a solo in the choir festival."

Deanna Flaten Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Hip Hop, Mentorship Program, Teaching Deanna Flaten has been with the SPACE for 14 years. Over those years, she has become an accomplished dancer in a variety of disciplines, travelling around the globe to compete both locally and internationally. Deanna has also been part of the SPACE's mentorship program for a number of years. "I have learned about leadership through the mentorship program and how to teach young dancers how to perform and how to practice" says Flaten, ". I hope to teach and pass on my experiences, as well as create new ones for other dancers and watch them succeed."

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MEDIA RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JUNE 19, 2013

THE SPACE GRANTED CHARITABLE STATUS

OAKBANK-Sunrise Performing Arts Centre of Excellence Inc. (The SPACE) is now a recognized Canadian Charity.

"This is a monumental day for the SPACE." says Executive Director Wendy Bobby, " It's the result of years of hard work and dedicated volunteers. The charitable status gives The SPACE formal recognition in our mission to provide performing arts opportunities to people in our rural community.

While the SPACE has long been a not-for-profit organization, being a registered Canadian Charity will allow donation receipts to be issued to sponsors and supporters.

"Being able to recognize our financial supporters with tax receipts will make a big difference in our ability to raise funds which makes the world of difference for a not-for-profit like the SPACE." says Bobby, "We've come a long way with the support of our members, the community, local businesses and the RM of Springfield. With the purchase of the building we now have a space of our own and we would like to keep building on that."

And space is definitely needed with the growing demand for performing arts in the RM of Springfield. From dance, to theatre, to clowning, to magic - performing arts classes are in high demand.

"I just love dancing," says 6 -year-old Julia Van Ryssel, who has been dancing at the SPACE since she was three. "This year I'm doing ballet, tap, jazz, and even hip hop."

Over the years, the SPACE, has developed its programs to reflect the needs of the community it serves. Cook's Creek Dance Academy, Springfield Theatre Company, and Springfield Performing Programs offer season-long classes, 8-10 week classes, summer day camps, and workshops to people of all ability and economic background.

"We try to keep up with what the community wants, and the variety of programs we offer is quite extensive," says Bobby, "We have created a new brochure and are launching a new website this fallto provide all the information on the different services we offer."

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CONTACT: The SPACE

(204) 444-3567 [email protected]

We are proud of our history. It reflects our fundamental and unwavering belief in community and our commitment to the performing arts.

Established 1992/93

• Originally called Zora Dance Club in the village of Cooks Creek • Classes were held at Zora Community Club • Wendy Bobby 1st Teacher • 31 students, 6 classes • 1st Recital held at Garson Hall

1993/94 • Classes expanded to two days to accommodate growth • Recital moved to Selkirk Comprehensive • 1st Adult Classes added to program

1994/95 • Mentorship Program began with Amie Ballegeer as 1st Assistant

1995/96 • Season expanded to 27 weeks of classes

1996/97 • Season expanded to 29 weeks of classes

1997/98 • Name change to Cooks Creek Dance Academy • Season expanded to 30 weeks of classes

1998/99 • Recital moved to Franco-Manitoban Centre with 2 sold-out performances • 1st Dance Apparel line launched

1999/2000 • A 3rd day of classes added to accommodate growth • A 2nd teacher joined the Faculty

2000/01 • Ballet offered as separate discipline

2001/02 • Schedule expanded to 18 classes • 1st year of Gilbert Tap Exams • 1st year to enter Dance Manitoba Festival • 1st Summer Workshops • Musical Theatre introduced

2002/03 • A 3rd teacher joined the Faculty (Melanie Warbeck)

History of the SPACE

2003/04 • A 4th teacher joins the Faculty (Gloria Chen) • A 4th day of classes added to accommodate growth • Hip Hop introduced through workshops at Oakbank United Church • Sarah Flaten wins Dance Manitoba Scholarship for Junior Tap Solo • CCDA moves from Zora to Oakbank

2004/05 • Classes held in numerous locations in Oakbank including: Oakbank Hotel

Banquet Room, Oakbank Elementary School and Oakbank United Church • Pre-School classes introduced • CCDA begins leasing 573 Main Street (our current location) • RM of Springfield granted $15 000.00 for the renovations at our new location on

Main Street • 573 Main Street building names the SPACE (Springfield Performing Arts Centre

of Excellence 2005/06

• Hip Hop and Musical Theatre added as Single Disciplines • CCDA student population doubles from 25 classes to 46 classes • Classes held 5 days per week in 2 studios • Faculty increases to 9 teachers with 3 Mentorship Students

2006/07 • 1st year of Young At Arts Summer Day Camps. • 1st part-time Administrative Assistant • 1st CCDA students attend International Dance Organization (IDO) World Tap

Competitions in Reisa, Germany • CCDA student, Andrea Chaput, makes the Canadian National Senior Tap Team

and won gold at IDO World Tap Competition in Reisa, Germany 2007/08

• 1st Website • 1st Workshops taught to Springfield Collegiate • IDO World Tap Competition, Reisa, Germany • CCDA students, Sarah Flaten, Matthew Klippenstein, and Kelsey Pruse place 4th

in Germany as part of Manitoba Junior Tap Team • CCDA Student, Sarah Flaten, places 10th for junior solo in Germany

2008/09 • IDO World Tap Competition, Reisa, Germany • CCDA students, Melissa Baert, Meghan Wasylenko, Nicole Fournier and

Matthew Klippenstein place 3rd in Germany as part of Manitoba Junior Tap Team

• CCDA Students, Sarah Flaten and Kelsey Pruse place 3rd as part of Manitoba Senior Tap Team

2009/10 • IDO World Tap Competition, Reisa, Germany • CCDA student, Cassidy Steiner, travels to Germany as part of the 1st Children's

Tap Team to represent Canada • "Building A Dream" Committee established to develop a plan to purchase the 537

Main Street Property (AKA "a SPACE of our own" plan) • "ACCESS" a partnership with the RM of Springfield established to provide

funding for families of low income and children with special needs financial assistance to participate in the SPACE's programs

2010/11

• Springfield Theatre Company established under the direction of Rebekah Jones, with the cast of 25 bringing the production "Willy Wonka" to life

• Springfield Community Performing Programs established with 25 workshops offered during the summer of 2011 with 250 participants

2011/12 • CCDA reincorporated as "Sunrise Performing Arts Centre of Excellence Inc." (the

SPACE) with CCDA, Springfield Theatre Company and Springfield Performing Programs under this incorporated body.

• IDO World Tap Competition, Reisa, Germany • CCDA students, Melissa Baert and Katie Boulet, place 3rd in Germany as part of

Mid-Canada Junior Tap Team • CCDA student, Deanna Flaten, places 6th in Germany as part of Mid-Canada

Senior Tap Team • The "SPACE of our Own" goal is achieved with the purchase of the building at

573 Main Street in Oakbank, Manitoba. The building could not have been purchased without the assistance of our loyal families and friends, along with the Springfield Kinsmen, Eastside Eagles, Willow Lane, Old Dutch Chips, RM of Springfield, MB Community Services Council, and Community Futures Winnipeg River.

2012/13 • 8 CCDA students participate in the 2013 Orange Bowl Half Time Show in Miami,

Florida...a 1st for CCDA • The SPACE is granted charitable status by the Canadian Revenue Agency in

February of 2013 being officially deemed a charitable organization under education in cultural activities and promotion of the arts.

2013/14 • The SPACE launches new (dance/act/perform) image: logo, website, outdoor

sign, and promotional video • The SPACE expands programming to include theatre classes. • The SPACE gets a new roof and A/C units.

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the SPACE

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What does it mean to be a SPACE Sponsor?

The SPACE is a rural-based charity that is dedicated to providing performing arts opportunities of the highest standard to people in rural communities who wouldn't otherwise have those exposures. But it's not just about learning to dance or act or sing: the SPACE is a place for self-discovery. It's a place where young people learn to turn dreams into attainable goals; a place where the feelings and energy within oneself can be expressed through movement and voice and other performing arts. Supporting the SPACE shows that you invest back into the rural community you do business in. It shows that you value the lifelong impact that participating in performing arts has on people of all ages.

Sponsor Levels

Standing Ovation ($2500) In addition to the benefits listed below, the SPACE has a dedicated Corporate Sponsor Coordinator that will work closely with you to ensure an effective public relations approach tailored to fit your needs.

Color Full-page Ad in the "Standing Ovation Sponsor" section of all SPACE event playbills

Media Release

Side of Stage & Theatre Lobby Business Insignia Placard Advertising at all SPACE annual events

Table for marketing materials at all SPACE annual events

Exclusive float signage at Springfield's largest annual parade: Chicken Daze

Exclusive SPACE performance at one of your Company's events

Intermission acknowledgement at all SPACE annual events with mic opportunity

Photo opportunity with SPACE performers

logo placement and link on the SPACE's website home and sponsor page

Logo placement in SPACE newsletter

6 tickets to CCDA Annual Recital at Pantages Theatre

6 tickets to STC Annual Musical Production

8" x 10" Thank you Photo

In the Spotlight($1500) In addition to the benefits listed below, the SPACE has a dedicated Corporate Sponsor Coordinator that will work closely with you to ensure an effective public relations approach tailored to fit your needs.

Color Full-page Ad in the "In the Spotlight Supporters" section all SPACE event playbills

Media Release

Theatre Lobby Business Insignia Placard Advertising at all SPACE annual events

Space on the Sponsor Table for marketing materials at all SPACE annual events

Intermission acknowledgement at all SPACE annual events

Photo opportunity with SPACE performers

logo placement and link on the SPACE's website sponsor page





Curtain Call ($1000) In addition to the benefits listed below, the SPACE has a dedicated Corporate Sponsor Coordinator that will work closely with you to ensure an effective public relations approach tailored to fit your needs.

Color half-page Ad in the "Curtain Call Contributors" section of all SPACE event playbills


Space on the Sponsor Table for marketing materials at all SPACE annual events

logo placement and link on the SPACE's website sponsor page under "Curtain Call Contributors"





Backstage Backers ($500) Color Business card size ad in the "Backstage Backers" section of all SPACE event playbills

Logo placement and link on the SPACE's Website sponsor page under "Backstage Backers"





Pass the Slipper ($300) B & W business card size ad in the "Pass the Slipper" section of all SPACE event playbills

Listing on the SPACE's website sponsor page under "Pass the Slipper"


Post-card size Thank You Photo

Event ($400) Color business card size ad in the "Event Sponsor" section of the sponsored SPACE event playbill

Theatre Lobby logo signage



Logo placement and link on the SPACE's website sponsor page under "Event Sponsor"

Logo placement and link on the SPACE's website event page

2 tickets to sponsoredevent


Summer Camps ($500) Logo signage outside the SPACE for the duration of the SPACE Summer Camps

Logo placement and link on the SPACE's website sponsor page under "Summer Camps"

Logo placement on all Summer Camp promotional materials (Brochures/Springfield Times) or, in the event of late sponsorship, media release announcing your support of summer camp.



Any donation under $300 will be considered a donation to the SPACE and will be issued a donation receipt. The Space gratefully acknowledges and thanks all such donations under the listing "Fans of the SPACE" on our website and in all event playbills.

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