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Dear Craig Hospital supporter,

Thank you for your interest in the 2016 PUSH. The evening raises money to support Craig Hospital’s Programs of Excellence, including therapeutic recreation, music therapy, return-to-work programs, the PEAK adaptive wellness center, the award-winning Nurse Advice Line and more. These innovative programs are vital to our patients’ success, yet not reimbursed by insurance companies. They are reliant on the support of generous donors like you. Proceeds of the PUSH paddle auction support the Patient Assistance fund, which helps patients with minimal income or inadequate insurance to travel with family members to and from Craig, purchase equipment like wheelchairs and shower chairs, remodel homes for accessibility, train caregivers, pay mortgages, and meet other urgent needs. PUSH funds also support Craig’s cutting-edge spinal cord and traumatic brain injury research. Today, more than 30,000 patients from around the world are leading better lives because of the medical care, rehabilitation services and research of Craig Hospital. Thank you for your support of the programs that change the lives of our patients and their families.

Mike FordycePresident and CEO

3425 S. Clarkson St. | Englewood, CO 80113 | 303-789-8000 | craighospital.org

THE 2016 CRAIG HOSPITAL PUSH An inspirational evening that helps Craig Hospital patients and their families Redefine Possible

Celebrating its 15th year, the annual PUSH dinner, raises money to support programs, research, and the patient assistance fund. Since its inception, PUSH has raised more than 12 million for Craig Hospital programs and patients.

Saturday, April 30, 2016 5:30 p.m. Cocktails and Silent Auction 7:00 p.m. Dinner and Program9:30 p.m. Craig After Dark featuring live music and dancing with the Spotlight Band

Hyatt Regency Denver at the Colorado Convention Center 650 15th St., Denver, CO 80202

craighospital.org/PUSH

ABOUT CRAIG HOSPITALCraig Hospital in Englewood, Colo. is a world-renowned, premier center for specialty rehabilitation and research for people with spinal cord injury and traumatic brain injury. Craig is a 93-bed, nonprofit, free-standing hospital offering inpatient and outpatient medical care, rehabilitation, neurosurgical rehabilitative care, and long-term follow-up services.

Craig has a remarkable atmosphere and culture that is casual but professional, active and upbeat. Staff members are deeply committed to helping people rebuild their lives after catastrophic injuries, providing the comprehensive tools and education people need to gain the highest possible level of independence. Craig offers more than three dozen sub-specialty medical and therapy programs, clinics, and services not found in other rehabilitation facilities Ninety-one percent of Craig patients return home after initial rehab, and 50 percent return to work or school within one year after initial rehab.

With an extraordinary level of customized care and staff whose average tenure is 15+ years, Craig has earned a ranking as a top rehabilitation hospital by U.S. News & World Report for 26 years. Craig is highly focused on cutting-edge advances and research to promote independence and productivity. From robotic walking devices to the latest innovations in adaptive technology, Craig continuously searches for, and develops breakthrough rehabilitation solutions. Craig’s 21 full-time researchers conduct dozens of studies to improve clinical programs and contribute to standards of care in the rehabilitation field.

DAVID AND KRISTY, A PUSH SUCCESS STORYWhen David Larkin was told his insurance company required a co-pay of several thousands of dollars for his new power wheelchair, he was worried. He hadn’t been working since he had been diagnosed with a staph infection that caused spinal epidural abscesses and loss of motor function. His wife was retired, and his Social Security benefits hadn’t kicked in yet.

“I didn’t know where the money would come from or how we’d do it,” says Larkin.

Larkin’s wife Kristy spoke with their Craig inpatient Clinical Care Manager, who arranged for the funds to be paid out of the PUSH-supported Patient Assistance Fund. The fund also provided Larkin with a shower chair and a refurbished donated manual wheelchair, allowing him to discharge to home.

“Craig made sure that I had the equipment I needed, it was such a big weight off our shoulders,” he says.

With the assistance of Craig’s Community Reintegration department and the Driving Program, he was able to return to his job with the federal government. The Larkins are now able to give back to the same Craig programs that helped them.

PRESENTING SPONSOR

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2016 AWARD HONOREES

INSPIRATION AWARD

MIKE UTLEY

The Inspiration Award recognizes an individual who stands out as a positive and influential role model for the community Craig serves. Award recipients have positively impacted others around them and have contributed meaningfully to increasing the quality of life for people with spinal cord and traumatic brain injuries, while achieving significant success in their personal and professional lives.

The 2016 Inspiration Award will be given to Mike Utley. On November 17, 1991, the Detroit Lions’ offensive guard was paralyzed during an NFL game against the Los Angeles Rams at the Silverdome in Detroit, MI. Mike’s courageous “Thumbs Up” gesture as he was carried from the field has come to symbolize his fighting spirit.

Mike rehabilitated from his injury at Craig Hospital. With the help of his agent, he went on to found the Mike Utley Foundation. Established to find a cure for spinal cord injuries, the Foundation supports research, rehabilitation and education for SCI.

DAVE AND GAIL LINIGER SPIRIT OF CRAIG AWARD

BRIAN AND ALICE BROWN This award recognizes a Craig graduate who, through their community service, professional achievement, and personal support of Craig’s patients, graduates, and mission, significantly brings to life the spirit of Craig Hospital to others in the community.

The 2016 Dave and Gail Liniger Spirit of Craig Award will be given to South Metro Fire Fleet Services Bureau Chief Brian Brown and his wife Alice. In 2006, Brian sustained a severe traumatic brain injury in a cycling accident on Mt. Evans. His rehabilitation at Craig made it possible for him to return to work 11 months post-injury.

Brian and Alice became passionate Craig supporters, founding and organizing the Racing For Hope Cycling Classic, a competitive race to raise money for Craig. As faithful volunteers, the Browns have served at Craig’s Family Night and have shared their story in Craig Hospital solicitations, media interviews, and the recent Redefining Possible portrait series. Alice is an active PUSH and Pedal 4 Possible volunteer.

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PUSH COMMITTEE

2016 PUSH CHAIRS

DON CHILDEARS, CEO and president of the Colorado Bankers Association

LINDA CHILDEARS, CEO and president of the Daniels Fund

Linda Childears is President and CEO of the Daniels Fund, which provides grants to nonprofit organizations and college scholarships to deserving students in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming. With approximately $1.4 billion in assets, the Daniels Fund is one of the Rocky Mountain Region’s largest foundations.

She is a past President and CEO of the Young Americans Bank, and served as President of Equitable Bank of Littleton, and Vice President of First National Bancorporation. Linda is active on many local and national boards. She serves on the Public Policy Committee of the Council on Foundations and the Philanthropy Roundtable, and is a member of Mayor Hancock’s Denver Education Compact.

Don Childears is President and CEO of the Colorado Bankers Association, where he has served since 1975. In this role, he leads and supports banking’s national legislative and regulatory agenda and chairs numerous committees and task forces.

Don is involved in many community organizations, including Building a Better Colorado, the First Amendment Council, and the Civil Justice League. A frequent media commentator, he also teaches government, political influence, and banking. Don completed his Juris Doctor from the University of Denver College of Law, and holds a BSBA from Colorado State University.

2016 TABLE SALES COMMITTEEPeter BurgMark CampbellDon and Linda Childears, Co-ChairsSteve ElkenAmy FarnanMary FellerMike FordyceMark GlaserDon KortzBill LindsaySuzanne LynchDan MorrisonNanine OdellSteve PetersArt SeidenMary SisselAlan Weintraub, M.D.Skip Weller

2016 AUCTION COMMITTEEMaureen BrothersAlice BrownTerri FordyceLaurie FenskeCandice KiesowSuzanne Lynch

2016 PROGRAM COMMITTEEJordan AmesMary FellerMike FordyceMark GlaserSuzanne LynchJake Manley, CoordinatorAlan Weintraub, M.D.

EVENT MANAGERSuzanne Lynch

PAST CHAIRSCharlie & Patti Nelson, Chairs 2015John Ikard, Chair 2014Peter & Sandy Burg and Bill & Lonna Lindsay, Co-chairs 2013Mary & George Sissel, Chairs 2012John & Martha Gart, Chairs 2011Al Troppmann, Chair 2010Denny O’Malley, Chair 2009Greg & Sue Stevinson, Chairs 2008Steve Hochhauser, Chair 2007John & Katy Shaw, Chairs 2006Gail Liniger, Chair 2005Thomas Honig, Chair 2004Don Kortz, Chair 2003Art Seiden, Founder, 2002

Individual Tickets are also available for $300.

Entitles you to cocktail and silent auction party,

dinner and program and after-party admission.

Presenting Sponsor

Silent Auction

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Featured Video

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Gold Sponsor

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Silver Sponsor $10

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Bronze Sponsor

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Copper Sponsor

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TICKETS AND ACCESS

PUSH table(s) for ten with premier seating 2 2 2 1

PUSH table for ten with regular seating 1 1 1 1

Reserved table and appetizers at Craig After Dark after-party 2 2 2 1 1

Valet Parking President’s Circle Membership-includes 2 tickets to Fall 2016 program/dinner Player spots at the 2016 Craig Hospital and RE/MAX, LLC Invitational Golf Tournament

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RECOGNITIONThirty second welcome/congratulatory message video aired during dinner, produced by Craig staff (if purchased by Dec. 1)

Company name and logo on invitation (if purchased by Dec. 1)

Use of Craig logo on your company website

Acknowledgement in Craig online publication “Movin’ On” Company name and logo on auction mobile app and auction website

Exclusive recognition as video sponsor on award videos

Acknowledgement from the podium by event emcee

Company name included in event press release

Company Logo on PUSH website

Recognition (name in text) on PUSH website

Company logo on screens in ballroom

Recognition (name in text) on screens in ballroom

Company Logo on welcome signs

Company Logo on your table

Company Name (in text) on Your table Acknowledgement in Craig Hospital Foundation’s Annual Report

2016 Craig Hospital PUSH Sponsorship OpportunitiesThe event will not be successful without the generous sponsorship of donors like you.

Visit craighospital.org/PUSH or call Sue Lynch at (303) 789-8578 to purchase your sponsorship.

Your PUSH sponsorship provides vital support for Craig Hospital’s Programs of Excellence and supports Craig Hospital research.