First Annual Thanks Living Awards

Honoring Merri Dee, AARP Illinois State Executive Council & Chicago Broadcasting Legend Denise Ferguson, Director/Community Liaison

Join us!
Thursday March 11, 2010
6:00-9:00pm Networking/Buffet/Cocktail Event
Harold Washington Wing of the DuSable Museum

You’ll enjoy the privilege of hearing how both of these influential women make great contributions to our communities… and WE’RE thankful that they’re alive!

For ticket, sponsorship, gift bag inserts & raffle prize donations Please contact Committee Chair, Sporty King

Motivational Speaker Sporty King will serve as M.C. The evening will include networking, festive music by DJ David Smiley, Award Presentations, gift bags for all attendees, and raffle drawings.

Proceeds from this event go toward serving youth programs for young people ages 8-18, in the East Garfield Park community, and is the principle fundraiser for the WYTEC Computer Clubhouse. The Computer Clubhouse provides opportunities for youth to exchange multicultural information with other teens worldwide. WYTEC Computer Clubhouse introduces youth to computer technologies relevant to 21st century careers in a global arena. We encourage youth to work on projects related to their own interests and aim to create a sense of community where young people work together with support and inspiration from adult mentors.

Tickets are only $75.

Product donations appreciated for raffle prizes: Your company name and product benefits will be announced to the attendees to recognize your generosity.

Small Business Owners: For only $100, your promotional items will be placed in the ThanksLiving Gift Bags. Please provide 200 pieces, or printed announcements for your special offers.

Sponsorship Levels

$5,000

Listing in all pre and post press as Gold Sponsor
12 guest tickets to ThanksLiving Awards
Opportunity to place promotional items in gift bag
Gold Inaugural listing on WYTEC Wall of Fame in clubhouse

$3,000

Listing in all pre and post press as Silver Sponsor
8 guest tickets to ThanksLiving Awards
Opportunity to place promotional items in gift bag
Silver Inaugural listing on WYTEC Wall of Fame in clubhouse

$1,000

Listing in all pre and post press as Bronze Sponsor
4 guest tickets to ThanksLiving Awards
Opportunity to place promotional items in gift bag
Bronze Inaugural listing on WYTEC Wall of Fame in clubhouse