Sponsorship Package

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About eatt. On March 18, 2020, carya will host 200 Calgarians at the St. Louis Hotel for the debut of eatt (everyone at the table). This evening of inspired conversation, cuisine, and music will celebrate the power of community gathering spaces to build belonging and well-being ─ and introduce the highly anticipated carya community hub project in East Village.

Having a strong sense of belonging is one of humankind’s greatest needs. Feeling that you are part of something bigger is an essential ingredient in building confidence, self-esteem, good health, and comfort. As Calgary continues to grow, it needs to establish more opportunities — and more places for people to gather with others in their community to talk, share, move, laugh, and create. Recent Vital Signs research released by the Calgary Foundation shows an increase in feelings of isolation among youth and seniors, which can lead to a host of social problems including mental illness. One of the time-honoured traditions for bringing people together is sharing a meal. When prepared with love, food sets the table for conversation, caring, and nourishment of body and soul. And yet food, and the transformative power of having a meal with others, is not available to all Calgarians. Vital Signs also found that food insecurity is on the rise in Alberta. That’s why the heart of carya’s community hub will be an industrial-sized community kitchen and dining space to welcome multiple generations at one table. eatt will be a long table dining event — a ‘sense’ational night featuring cuisine inspired by cultures around the world served family style, the musical talents of singer-songwriter Calum Graham, a silent auction, night market, local food vendors, artistic works as well as inspired storytelling and a panel conversation with some of our community’s most influential changemakers. By participating, you will have an opportunity to invest in carya and ensure that everyone has a place at the table. Proceeds from eatt will support carya as we work to build strong families and communities for generations.

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Event Program

5:00 PM Registration and Reception

• Pink carpet photos

• Signature cocktail and bites from Bridgette Bar and Lulu Bar’s Chef JP Pedhirney

• Live entertainment from a local acoustic singer-songwriter

• Night market, with local food vendors and artisans

• Silent auction

6:30 PM Dinner Program

• Welcome remarks from your emcee, Matt Masters

• Welcoming messages, carya’s CEO, Sue Mallon

• Spoken Word Artist: carya’s Marie Bryce

• Everyone Is Welcome — Let’s Talk About Belonging! Prominent panel

• Family style dining from Chef JP Pedhirney

8:30 PM Après Dinner Amusements • Live entertainment from Calum Graham, Calgary singer-songwriter

• Night market

• Photo booth

• Raffles

9:30 PM Program Close

Musician: Calum Graham At 27, Calum Graham has already enjoyed a career that would be the envy of most artists twice his age. Recently named one of the World’s Top 30 Guitarists under 30 by Acoustic Guitar Magazine, his signature style has enthralled millions of listeners on YouTube and Spotify, which has led to tours across America, Europe and China. He recently released his fifth studio album, Tabula Rasa.

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Panelist: Julie Van Rosendaal The Calgary author of 10 cookbooks, Julie is the food columnist on CBC Radio One’s Calgary Eyeopener, is the contributing food editor for the Globe and Mail, and for 20 years has been a freelance food writer. She hosts a food podcast called Crispy Bits, and co-hosted (with chef Ned Bell) a TV show called, It’s Just Food. She teaches, speaks, and cooks across the country, and connects with thousands through her blog, Dinner with Julie.

Panelist: Craig Senyk Craig Senyk is President and Vice Chairman at Mawer Investment Management, which he joined in 1997. He is a Chartered Financial Analyst and past president of the Calgary CFA Society. Craig is the current Chair of Theatre Calgary and also co-hosts the Calgary and Toronto Jamboree for Charity with his wife Cara. Bringing together two of Craig’s passions, country music and giving back to the community, this event has raised over a million dollars since its inception in 2014.

Panelist: Nicholas Bell Originally from Vancouver, Nicholas joined the Glenbow Museum as CEO from his position as Senior VP for Curatorial Affairs at Mystic Seaport Museum in Connecticut. He also served as The Fleur and Charles Bresler Curator-in-Charge of the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s Renwick Gallery in Washington DC, where he oversaw an attendance increase from 150,000 annually to one million. Nicholas is the author/editor of 10 books on art, museums, and contemporary culture.

Chef: JP Pedhirney Born and raised in Calgary, JP has put together an impressive career over the last 18 years, spanning Blackbird and Gilt Bar in Chicago to some of Calgary’s finest restaurants, including Rouge. He is currently the Culinary Director for Concorde Entertainment Group, overseeing multiple restaurants including award-winning Bridgette Bar (Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants 2017 and 2018) and newly opened Lulu Bar. In 2017, JP was named Foodie of the Year by Western Living magazine.

Panelist: Dr. Irene Estay Author, university educator, and researcher, Irene has worked in the field of Rehabilitation Psychology for over 35 years. She has done extensive studies in self-esteem, peak performance, and the psychology of achievement, training with Jack Canfield, Chicken Soup for the Soul author. In 1995, she created Openings, which, operating under the auspices of carya, has provided learning opportunities in self-esteem for over 35,000 women. The program has expanded to men and youth.

Master of Ceremonies: Matt Masters Calgary songwriter and CKUA Radio host, Matt Masters has been making music in Alberta for 20 years. A recipient of the Mayor’s Awards for Business and the Arts, Matt hosts a daily radio program on the CKUA Radio network and performs over 80 gigs each year. His band is the house band at the historic King Eddy in East Village and Matt also performs as a member of the touring ensemble, Barney Bentall and the Cariboo Express.

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Why Sponsor?

Sponsoring eatt. comes with many benefits. 200 community influencers, including sponsorship partners and clients, distinguished guests, and friends, will join us for an unforgettable evening. This unique event offers a rare opportunity to align your brand with carya’s vision of strong families and communities for generations and present your organization to an audience of community leaders and changemakers. Participating as a sponsor provides the following opportunities:

• Show your support for the vibrant community of East Village

• Increase corporate profile and brand awareness

• Host clients, friends, and teams

• Demonstrate community leadership by investing in belonging, healthy communities, and mental

and physical well-being

• Enjoy our pre-event reception, including a night market with food vendors and artisans, signature

cocktail, culinary delicacies, silent auction, and live music

• Engage your team ─ eatt requires the talents of capable volunteers to ensure a remarkable and

memorable event and we’d be delighted to talk about engaging your team members for the event

• Showcase your product or services ─ donate products or services to eatt in support of the more

than 40 programs carya delivers to 40,000 Calgarians each year

Exclusive Sponsorship Opportunities

PRESENTING SPONSOR $25,000 [1 Available] SPONSOR BENEFITS

• Reserved seating for 12

• First right to purchase additional tickets

• Corporate logo and recognition as presenting sponsor on all event promotions and signage

• Corporate logo, profile, and a full page ad in the event program*

• Corporate logo in carya’s 2019 Report to Community

• Opportunity to share your sentiments and corporate alignment in supporting the event from the podium

• Corporate logo on live screens during the event as well as the event website and signage*

• First right of refusal to sponsor at the same level at the 2021 event

• Opportunity for a senior or executive team member to sit on the event executive committee

• Opportunity to engage your team ─ through your sponsorship, your team will be given first rights to volunteer for the

event (subject to skills and number of opportunities available)

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NIGHT MARKET / EVENT RECEPTION SPONSOR $15,000 [1 Available] SPONSOR BENEFITS

• Reserved seating for 12

• Corporate logo, profile, and a half page ad in the event program*

• Opportunity to share your sentiments and corporate alignment in supporting the event from the podium

• Corporate logo on live screens during the event as well as the event website and signage*

• Corporate logo in carya’s 2019 Report to Community

• First right of refusal to sponsor at the same level for the 2021 event

• Opportunity to engage your team ─ through your sponsorship, your team will be given first rights to volunteer for the

event (subject to skills and number of opportunities available)

• Corporate profile at the event reception that includes the night market area featuring local vendors and artisans ─ your logo will be on all night market related signage and collateral

EXPERIENCE SPONSORS $10,000 [6 Available] SPONSOR BENEFITS

• Reserved seating for 6

• Corporate logo and a quarter page ad in the event program*

• Corporate mention from the podium

• Corporate logo on event live screens, website, and signage*

• Corporate logo in carya’s 2019 Report to Community

• First right of refusal to sponsor at the same level for the 2021 event

• Choice of one of the following opportunities:

FAMILY STYLE DINNER SPONSOR – THE CONCORDE GROUP

Calling talented chefs. We are seeking the talents of culinary artists to bring a treat to our guests with an unforgettable dining experience. Promote your talents, your restaurant, and your commitment to the art of bringing people to the table.

SPIRIT SPONSOR

Promote your brand at the event. Showcase your products through onsite promotions. Create a signature cocktail (recipe card with your logo will go home with guests). EVERYONE IS WELCOME SPONSOR [PANEL DISCUSSION] Promote your corporate values of belonging by sponsoring our panel of prominent Calgarians who have made it their purpose to bring community together for social good. TELL THE STORY SPONSOR [VIDEO PRODUCTION] Calling talented video production artists. We are seeking the talents of a video production artist to produce an inspiring, hope-filled, impact-driven video for our event. In addition, we will seek your talents to capture the evening event on film for future use. PINK CARPET AND PHOTOBOOTH SPONSOR Guests will leave with photos that will include your corporate logo. Photos will also be used to promote the event impact and 2021 eatt. SUSTAINABILITY SPONSOR Promote your corporate commitment to the planet. eatt will incorporate sustainability measures in the following ways, including compostable waste management collection, recycled paper products, gift bags (made of recycled products), and locally sourced food and beverages. GIFT BAG SPONSOR All guests will leave with a gift bag featuring your corporate logo.

MUSICAL TALENT SPONSOR – EAST VILLAGE Your support will be aligned with the evening’s musicians, your corporate logo and messaging aligned with the evening’s performance.

*Subject to sponsorship commitment prior to print and production deadline

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LONGEST TABLE SPONSOR $7,500 [3 Available,1 sold to Mawer] SPONSOR BENEFITS

• Reserved seating for 12

• Corporate logo in the event program*

• Corporate logo on event live screens, website, and signage*

• Corporate logo in carya’s 2019 Report to Community

• Prominent corporate recognition on one of the long tables

• First right of refusal to sponsor at the same level for the 2021 event

LONG TABLE SPONSOR $5,000 [Multiple Opportunities, 1 sold to Norton Rose Fulbright] SPONSOR BENEFITS

• Reserved seating for 6

• Corporate name in the event program*

• Corporate name on event live screens, website, and signage*

• Corporate name in carya’s 2019 Report to Community

SEATS AT THE TABLE SPONSOR $2,500 [Multiple Opportunities, 1 sold to LNS Accountants] SPONSOR BENEFITS

• Reserved seating for 2

• Corporate name in the event program*

• Corporate name on event live screens, website, and signage*

• Corporate name in carya’s 2019 Report to Community PURCHASE A TABLE $1,500 [Multiple Opportunities] SPONSOR BENEFITS

• Reserved table for six

• Complimentary bottle of wine

*Subject to sponsorship commitment prior to print and production deadline

In-Kind Sponsorship Opportunities

IN-KIND DONATIONS Raffles Full item description, recognition, and value listed in event program. Teaser email with full item description, donor recognition, and value sent to guests prior to the event.

Silent Auction Item description and donor recognition via bidding system. The silent auction will be available online one week prior to the event and widely promoted by carya, our suppporters and

Other In-Kind Photographer, printer, event merchandise, gift bag contribution, public relations, advertising, and other items would be gratefully received, recognized, and corporate brand appropriately promoted. We would love to discuss how we can mutually benefit from partnering on this event. In addition, we are seeking time, talents, and products to help with our programming in our new East Village community hub. FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Contact: Jolene Livingston Phone: 403-703-2631

Email: jolene@bespokeconsult.com

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About carya’s community hub

carya has partnered with the Calgary Housing Company (CHC) and Calgary Municipal Land Corporation (CMLC) to redevelop the second floor of East Village Place as a community hub. Construction is anticipated to conclude by late fall 2020.

Through its central location in East Village, this hub will provide programs and services that connect and assist multiple generations. It is strongly aligned with the City of Calgary’s Family and Community Support Services Social Sustainability Framework, which encourages Calgarians to work together towards the common goals of a healthy, safe, inclusive, and welcoming community. This is work that carya, with little fanfare, has exceptionally delivered in Calgary for more than a century.

carya’s community hub will include: • A commercial kitchen and dining areas to host nutrition, food and cooking programs, community

meals, and special events. • Program breakout rooms for family and children’s programs, recreational programming for seniors,

financial coaching, and more. • A Family Centre providing counselling space, parenting programs, and community connections • Art space for programs and open studio usage

About carya carya is a not-for-profit agency dedicated to building strong families and communities for generations. Since 1910, carya has been providing support through counselling, groups, education, community development, in home assistance, and more. These services help Calgarians of all ages build the skills they need to deal with life's challenges and develop meaningful and thriving relationships. For more information about carya, please visit caryacalgary.ca