About the USO The USO (United Service Organizations) lifts the spirits of America’s troops and their families millions of times each year at hundreds of places worldwide. We provide a touch of home through centers at airports and military bases in the U.S. and abroad, top quality entertainment and innovative programs and services. We also provide critical support to those who need us most, including forward-deployed troops, military families, wounded warriors and their families and the families of the fallen.

Trunk-or-Treat

USO Fort Drum will combine the tradition and enchantment of Halloween with a fundraising effort, targeted to achieve our mission of lifting the spirits of America’s troops and their families.

USO will host a “Trunk-or-Treat” style trick-or-treating event in the USO parking lot (10502 S. Riva Ridge Loop) on October 30th, 2012 from 5-8pm; businesses and vendors are asked to donate a “trunk” – give out candy, goodies, or games to Active Duty service personnel and their families stationed at Fort Drum. Wearing of costumes (especially business mascots) and decorating of trunks highly encouraged (promotional prizes awarded for best costume/themed trunk). * Event will be moved inside the USO Fort Drum in the event of inclement weather.

PARTICIPATION BENEFITS Tax-Deductible Charitable Contribution: The USO is a 501(c)3, Congressionally-chartered, private not-for-profit organization. Your donation is fully tax deductible.

Promotional Exposure: The USO will list all businesses and organizations participating in any print material and advertising. During the event, you will have the opportunity to interact with guests and inform about products and services you offer, as well as hand out any promotional/branded materials.

Goodwill: Our troops and families know the USO is there for them; by sponsoring the USO Fort Drum, your business sends the message that you value their service and sacrifice.

SPONSORSHIP TIERS Trunk Sponsor: Provide a vehicle or tent (can be branded for your business) and pass out candy, goodies, or games to guests. Selling products to anyone during the event is strictly prohibited, and all candy or other items you provide must be free to our troops and families. (*limit (1) vehicle/parking space)

Goblin Sponsor: Trunk sponsor + $500 donation to USO Fort Drum. Includes participation benefits above, PLUS two months as a “Featured Page” on USO Fort Drum’s Facebook page, link-back tags on Facebook marketing of event, and business logo on all print/advertising for event. (*maximum limit (3) vehicles/parking spaces)

Ghost Sponsor: $1,000 donation to USO Fort Drum (not sponsoring a trunk). Two months as a “Featured Page” on USO Fort Drum’s Facebook page, link-back tags on Facebook marketing of event, and business logo on all print/advertising for event.

Spooktacular Presenting Sponsor (Limit 1): $2,500 donation to USO Fort Drum, large logo on all promotional material; three months “Featured Page” on USO Fort Drum’s Facebook page, tags, and signage/premier location at Trunk-or-Treat Event. (* maximum limit (5) vehicles/parking spaces) Contact Rachel Millios, Programs Manager, to reserve your spot and sponsor: usoftdrum@uso.org or 315.408.4826

About the USO The USO (United Service Organizations) lifts the spirits of America’s troops and their families millions of times each year at hundreds of places worldwide. We provide a touch of home through centers at airports and military bases in the U.S. and abroad, top quality entertainment and innovative programs and services. We also provide critical support to those who need us most, including forward-deployed troops, military families, wounded warriors and their families and the families of the fallen.

Trunk-or-Treat Registration

Business Name:_____________________________________________________________________________ Contact Person:_____________________________________ Phone Number:__________________________ Mailing Address:_____________________________________________________________________________ Email Address:_______________________________________________________________________________ Sponsorship:

Trunk Sponsor – 1 vehicle and treats for trick-or-treating

Goblin Sponsor – Up to 3 vehicles and treats for trick-or-treating, plus $500 donation to USO Fort Drum

Ghost Sponsor - $1,000 donation to USO Fort Drum – no vehicle at event

Spooktacular Presenting Sponsor – Up to 5 vehicles and treats, plus $2,500 donation to USO Fort Drum My business will be bringing ____________ (#) of vehicle(s) to USO’s Trunk or Treat.

Please email to: usoftdrum@uso.org or fax to: 315-777-8005 by October 12th to participate.

Questions? Please call 315-408-4826 to speak with Rachel Millios, USO Fort Drum Programs Manager.

Thank you for your generosity! We rely on donations from the community and your contribution is tax deductible!