Support Northern Illinois Food Bank by donating a Raffle or Silent Auction item

Northern Illinois Food Bank is leading the northern Illinois community in solving hunger by providing

nutritious meals to more than 71,500 hungry each week in 13 counties through innovative programs and

partnerships. Involvement in the Food Bank’s signature events provides a marketing opportunity to your

business by showing your support of the mission of one of the most respected food banks in Illinois.

The success of our special events relies heavily on the silent auction and raffle. As a business leader in

your community, you have the opportunity to showcase your company’s quality products and services,

and in turn, help us provide more meals to our hungry neighbors. In addition to generating funds for

Northern Illinois Food Bank, your generous donation will provide your company with substantial

advertising and exposure at the event. Your gift is 100% tax deductible.

We hope you consider donating to Northern Illinois Food Bank’s events this year. I’ve attached our

auction package featuring more information about our events, an in-kind donation form, and a list of

items that have been successful in previous years. Please submit the in-kind donation form with your

donation. We thank you in advance for your generosity and consideration. For every $1 raised, the Food

Bank is able to provide $8 of food to our hungry neighbors in our community.

On behalf of myself and the event committee, thank you for your support! If you have any questions,

please feel free to contact me.

Kate Thomas

Kate Thomas

Special Events and Promotions Coordinator

630-443-6910 ext. 117

kthomas@northernilfoodbank.org

2017 Event Overview

2017 Event Overview Involvement in Northern Illinois Food Bank’s signature events provides a marketing opportunity to your business by showing your support of the mission

of one of the most respected food banks in Illinois. Northern Illinois Food Bank works

with 800 network partners in 13 counties providing food

assistance to more than 71,500 hungry neighbors each week. Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to increase exposure for your business, entertain clients, and engage employees at one of Northern Illinois Food Bank’s 2017 events.

TIMEFRAME WHAT TO EXPECT EXPECTED

GUESTS

ATTIRE

6th Annual A Taste That Matters,

A Culinary Event

presented by Jewel-Osco®

Thursday

May 18, 2017

6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Drury Lane,

Oakbrook Terrace

An evening filled with

entertainment, an extensive

silent auction, open bar, and

mouthwatering tastings provided

by over 30 Chefs and restaurants

committed to helping fight

hunger in our community.

1,000 Business/

Cocktail

For sponsorship information, to purchase tickets, to participate as a tasting partner, or to donate a silent auction item, contact Kate

Thomas at kthomas@northernilfoodbank.org or 630-443-6910 ext. 117 or visit SolveHungerToday.org/ATasteThatMatters.

19th Annual Hunger

Scramble Golf Outing

presented by West Suburban Bank

Tuesday,

August 22, 2017

8:30 a.m.

Cantigny Golf Club,

Wheaton

A fun, scramble-style golf

outing, including on-course

tastings, giveaways and scenic

views. Immediately followed

by the 19th Hole Reception

including food, open bar, a silent

auction, and raffle prizes. This

event will sell-out!

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2nd Annual A Cup of Hope

Event hosted by Northern Illinois Food

Bank’s Executive Women’s Council

Sunday

Hotel Arista,

Naperville

Enjoy a full English-style tea while

networking and hearing gardening

tips and trends for 2017. Food Bank

President and CEO, Julie Yurko

will share how guests can support

the Food Bank’s hunger relief

programs in our community.

Business

Casual

For detailed information visit SolveHungerToday.org/ACupofHope or contact Monica Marr

at mmarr@northernilfoodbank.org or 847-336-3663 Ext: 748.

4th Annual Foodie 5K

Cantigny Park, Wheaton

Independence Grove, Libertyville

Lewis University, Romeoville

Three unique community

events where participants

enjoy delicious food and

entertainment while earning

incentives from their fundraising

efforts. From seasoned competitors

to first timers, these chipped timed

races are suitable for all and

provide food for our hungry

neighbors.

Event is

outdoors, rain

or shine.

Please dress

accordingly

For sponsorship information, register your food truck, or to register as a volunteer, team or individually, Monica Marr at mmarr@northernilfoodbank.org or 847-336-3663 Ext: 748 or visit SolveHungerToday.org/Foodie5k.

5th Annual Stars and Cars

Steve Foley Motors,

Cadillac, Bentley,

Rolls-Royce, Northbrook

Mingle with Honorary Chair, Brian

McCaskey and local celebrities and

athletes amongst luxury vehicles,

while enjoying entertainment, an

extensive silent/live auction, open

bar, and mouthwatering tastings

provided

by Chefs and popular restaurants.

Business/

Cocktail

For sponsorship information, to purchase tickets, to participate as a tasting partner, or to donate a silent auction item, contact Monica Marr at mmarr@northernilfoodbank.org or 847-336-3663 ext. 748 or visit SolveHungerToday.org/StarsandCars.

EVENT SPONSORSHIP

OPPORTUNITIES

Collared

shirts, no

jeans

Auction Donations Your tax-deductible donation will directly impact our fight against hunger! All donations must be accompanied by a completed In-Kind Donation Form (included) and must be submitted with the item(s). Thank you for your willingness to get involved and help make a difference!

Suggested Donations

Tickets Professional Sporting events

Collegiate Events

Concert /Shows

Skybox Tickets

Travel & Leisure Hotel Certificates

Airline tickets

Resort stays

Timeshares

Vacation home stays

Bed & Breakfast

Fishing trips

Golf with a celebrity-Pro

Chef’s dinner for 2 or 4

Unique – Once in a Lifetime

Sous Chef for a day in your favorite restaurant

DJ for a Day

Studio Tour

Backstage passes to popular performance

Ryder Cup or Masters Tickets

Private meal with celebrity of well-known chef

On the sidelines or on the bench of your favorite team/sport

Autographed Memorabilia

Gift Baskets & Gift Certificates

Salons

Restaurants

Electronics

Grocery Stores

Specialty stores

Wine

Chocolate

Sports

Miscellaneous iPad/Kindle

Cooking classes

Decorating Breakfast lunch with local

celebrities

This is just a sampling of possible donation items. We encourage you to be creative and unique with

your donation. Thank you, in advance, for your generosity!