On behalf of Therapeutic Paws of Canada and Responsible Dog Owners of Canada, we are pleased to announce that the fifth annual Going to the Dogs Dinner and Race Night is scheduled for Friday, September 10, 2010 at the Rideau Carleton Raceway.
This is a major fundraiser that helps to support the important work that these non profit organizations do for people and dogs in the National Capital Region.
The Rideau Carleton Raceway is well-known for its fabulous all-you-can-eat buffet, featuring more than 100 items. The dining room seats 650 people and is regularly filled to capacity. This is over and above the large numbers of people who play, attend the races and purchase a race program.
We would like to take this opportunity to invite you to sponsor a race, donate an item, purchase an ad package or simply purchase tickets to what promises to be a fun-filled evening where all of the profits are “Going to the Dogs”.
Therapeutic Paws of Canada (TPOC) is a non-profit organization of volunteers that enhances the quality of life and health through the animal-human bond and provides animal resources for human needs (physical, mental, educational, motivational, socialization) through regular visits to hospitals, residences, schools etc. For more information regarding TPOC see www.tpoc.ca
Responsible Dog Owners of Canada (RDOC) is a registered not for profit organization that promotes responsible dog ownership and awareness of dogs and their behaviour through education programs. www.responsibledogowners.ca
Purchase Tickets for the Event
Tickets for the event are available at $40 per person and include dinner, valet parking, coat check, live racing, a complimentary race program, a $2 wager coupon, $5 coupon for the SLOTS, and fabulous door prizes. A silent auction and 50/50 draw will also be available.
Sponsor a Race
As part of the fundraising effort, we are offering race sponsorship packages to a number of local businesses. The cost of a race sponsorship package is $250 and includes the following:
- 4 tickets to the buffet;
- a race dedicated to the business with its name listed in the race program (2 sponsors per race);
- business name listed on the cover of the evening’s race program;
- business name on the outside tote board;
- a full page, black and white (7” X 9”) ad in the race program (sponsor is responsible for ad content and layout but we can help if assistance is required).
Please note that there are two sponsors for each race but each sponsor will receive the above-mentioned package.
Donate for the Silent Auction & Door Prizes
In addition to seeking race sponsors, we are also appealing for the donation of door prizes and items for a silent auction. We welcome any donation, large or small.
Advertise
Ad packages are available for the race program as follows:
- A half page black and white ad (7 X 4 ½ inches) in the race program, $75;
- A full page black and white ad (7 X 9 inches) in the race program, $150;
- Business card size black and white ad in the race progra, $50.
Once again, ad content and layout is the responsibility of the purchaser. However, we have several volunteers who can provide assistance, free of charge. All ads must be in black and white or grayscale and must be submitted by August 20th, 2010 to ensure inclusion in the race program.
Provide Items for the Giveaway Bags
We will be assembling approximately 250 promotional giveaway bags at the event and welcome promotional items like brochures, coupons or sample products. All material for the promotional giveaway bags must be received by September 3rd, 2010.
For more infomation on tickets, advertisement, sponsoring, or donations please contact us at info@gttd.org