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Visionary Founders & Partners Event

INSPIRE + IGNITE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Presenting Sponsor

The Anixter Family

CHS A Division of Anixter

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ANIXTER CENTER: OUR STORY Lester and Rosalie Anixter Center (Anixter Center) is an innovative not-for-profit organization that serves people throughout Chicago and the surrounding counties.

At Anixter Center we believe Inclusion means all – and disability is not the exception.

It is a simple philosophy rooted in social change that drives human and community impact.

Anixter Center’s story began in 1919, delivering on a promise to provide a home for children orphaned during the 1918 flu pandemic.

While our mission has evolved over the years, we remain steadfast in our commitment to improving the quality of life for the people we support and the communities where they live.

Today, Anixter Center stands as a recognized leader in providing comprehensive and quality services for people with intellectual disabilities, mental health needs, and those who are Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing.

WE SERVE PEOPLE MOST IN NEED, REGARDLESS OF ABILITY TO PAY. That translates to more than 4,500 children, teens, and adults each year – most of whom are living at or below the federal poverty level – in more than 40 programs at over 30 locations.

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OUR STORY: CHICAGO HEARING SOCIETY (CHS) Founded in 1916, over the years, Chicago Hearing Society (CHS) has evolved and grown, merging with Anixter Center in 1997.

Today, our programs and services reach thousands of people throughout the state every year. As a central point of contact for those birth to 100+, our specialized services support and represent the Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing communities.

CHS is a recognized leader in advocacy efforts and can be found in schools throughout Chicago guiding children and youth to realize their potential. In addition, CHS partners with more than 400 corporations for sign language interpreters and training services. .

Inclusion means everyone.

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WHAT WE DO DISABILITY SERVICES Residential Living – Comprehensive housing supports 24/7 residential services.

Learning Academies – Community centers offering enriching day classes and activities.

Employment Services – Employment planning, job training, and placement services.

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Residential Living – Comprehensive housing supports24/7 residential services.

Behavioral Health Clinics – Outpatient mental healthclinics offering counseling, therapy, and drop-in supports.

CHICAGO HEARING SOCIETY (CHS) Audiology Clinics – Comprehensive audiology services from testing to hearing aid fitting.

Deaf Services – Outreach and advocacy services for the Deaf community including youth programs and domestic violence protection.

Interpreter Services – High quality certified interpreters are matched with corporate need as well as events to facilitate communication access.

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PARTNERSHIPS We believe collaboration and strategic partnerships are fundamental to our mission and lasting change.

Research and Demonstration Projects – Partner with leading universities to advance best practice standards for disability inclusion.

Consulting Services - One-stop training and consulting services that are comprehensive and carefully curated employment services to advance disability-forward initiatives.

Non-profit Alliances – Collaborate with non-profit organizations to experiment with various solutions in the pursuit of social and systems change.

Corporate Social Engagement – Partners with businesses to create opportunities for businesses and their employees to participate in initiatives that benefit society are examples of corporate social engagement.

A standard of excellence.

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YOUR INVITATION

INSPIRE + IGNITE will showcase how possibilities have become realities for the people we support - because of YOU. We will honor those who have supported our mission and the positive community impact being realized.

See first hand how your investment IS MAKING COMMUNITIES BETTER

JOIN US as we celebrate our successes PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE

DETAILS

Cocktails || Appetizers || Conversation Thursday, June 16, 2022 • 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm VIP Early Access - 5 pm Steak 48 • 615 N. Wabash Ave. • Chicago, IL 60011

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The Sponsor Advantage Gain brand exposure to business leaders, philanthropists, government officials, community activists, and the community at large through our sponsorships.

Establish your company as a forward leader and advocate.

Sponsorship Levels

IGNITE PRESENTING SPONSOR $75,000 INSPIRE PLATINUM $25,000 INSPIRE GOLD $10,000 INSPIRE SILVER $7,500 INSPIRE BRONZE $5,000 CHAMPION $2,500 AMBASSADOR $1,500 LOOKING FOR A DIFFERENT OPTION? We are happy to customize a sponsorship tailored to your specific needs.

To discuss a customized sponsor package e-mail IGNITE@anixter.org or call (773) 973-7900 x 242

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PRESENTING SPONSOR IGNITE $75,000 EVENT WIDE RECOGNITION - Pre-eminent recognition as the “Presenting Sponsor” in all media promotions and printed materials.

PREMIER RECOGNITION - Prominent verbal recognition and signage at the event as the “Presenting Sponsor.” Recognition, with logo, in the program and in a looped video presentation.

PREMIER ACCESS - Early entrance with valet parking and eight tickets.

PREMIER DIGITAL RECOGNITION - Premier recognition on the website and multiple social media platforms.

PREMIER DIGITAL THANKS - Graphics to share on your social media.

Additional - Opportunity to share your video message at the event.

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VISIONARY SPONSOR INSPIRE PLATINUM $25,000 PROMINENT RECOGNITION - Verbal recognition and prominent signage at the event as the “VISIONARY Sponsor.” Recognition, with logo, in the program and a looped video presentation.

PROMINENT ACCESS - Early entrance with valet parking and six tickets.

PROMINENT DIGITAL RECOGNITION - Prominent recognition on the website and social media platforms.

PROMINENT DIGITAL THANKS - Graphics to share on your social media.

Additional - Opportunity to share your video message at the event.

LOOKING FOR A DIFFERENT OPTION?

We are happy to customize a sponsorship tailored to your specific needs.

To discuss a customized sponsor package e-mail IGNITE@anixter.org or call (773) 973-7900 x 242

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INSPIRE GOLD $10,000 PREMIER ACCESS - Early entrance with valet parking and five event tickets SPECIAL RECOGNITION – Verbal recognition, logo on signage in the program, and in the looped video presentation at the event.

SPECIAL RECOGNITION – On the website and social media posts.

SPECIAL RECOGNITION – Graphic to share on your social media.

INSPIRE SILVER $7,500 PREMIER ACCESS - Early entrance with valet parking and four tickets SPECIAL RECOGNITION – Verbal recognition, logo on the signage, in the program, and in the looped video presentation at the event.

SPECIAL RECOGNITION – On the website and social media platforms.

SPECIAL RECOGNITION – Graphic to share on your social media.

INSPIRE BRONZE $5,000 PREMIER ACCESS - Early entrance with valet parking and three tickets.

SPECIAL RECOGNITION – Verbal recognition, logo on signage, in the program, and in the looped video presentation at the event.

SPECIAL RECOGNITION – On the website and social media posts.

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CHAMPION $2,500 SPECIAL ACCESS - Valet parking and three tickets.

SPECIAL RECOGNITION – Verbal recognition, logo on signage, in the program, and in the looped video presentation at the event.

SPECIAL RECOGNITION – On the website and social media posts.

AMBASSADOR $1,500 SPECIAL ACCESS - Valet parking and two tickets.

SPECIAL RECOGNITION – Verbal recognition, logo on signage, in the program, and in the looped video presentation at the event.

SPECIAL RECOGNITION – On the website and social media posts.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN BECOMING AN EVENT SPONSOR SPONSORS PLEASE NOTE: Now accepting logos, etc. Deadline June 1, 2022

LOOKING FOR A DIFFERENT OPTION?

We are happy to customize a sponsorship tailored to your specific needs.

To discuss a customized sponsor package e-mail IGNITE@anixter.org or call (773) 973-7900 x 242

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Our exclusive INSPIRE + IGNITE fundraising event is extensively promoted, and gathers corporate leaders, philanthropists, and community for an evening of celebration and powerful mission stories.

Thank you for being a sponsor.

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A letter from our CEO and Board President Dear Friends: Following two years of social isolation, Anixter Center is thrilled to host our annual fundraising event once more. We also made the courageous choice to re-imagine our event for this year, with the intention of gathering in person.

Welcome to INSPIRE + IGNITE! An exclusive evening celebrating our visionary founders and partners, the success we have achieved, and the social impact we will realize together. The event brings together a diverse audience of community and business leaders for an inspiration evening. You will have the opportunity to network, enjoy face-to-face conversations, and experience our victories through storytelling.

We appreciate your joining us as we honor the dedication, hard work, and enthusiasm of individuals working to improve our society. Please know that all proceeds from the INSPIRE + IGNITE event, including ticket sales, sponsorships, and donations, will go directly to fund our critical programs, which provide direct services to over 4,500 people across Chicagoland.

See you at the event!

Sincerely, Rebecca Clark CEO

Jonathan Linas Board President

All proceeds directly benefit people with Disabilities, Behavioral Health needs, and people who are Deaf, DeafBlind, Hard of Hearing.

Because of you Anixter Center and CHS are advancing a more hopeful tomorrow for our communities and those we support.

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For more information about the event please e-mail IGNITE@anixter.org or call (773) 973-7900 x 242 ANIXTER CENTER 1945 W. Wilson Avenue • Chicago, IL 60640 (773) 973-7900 • www.anixter.org

CHICAGO HEARING SOCIETY (CHS) 1444 West Willow Street • Chicago, IL 60642 (773) 248-9121 • www.ChicagoHearingSociety.org

CHS A Division of Anixter