More than 66,000 Americans will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer this year. With a survival rate of just 13%, finding a cure is critical.
At Sky Foundation, we are committed to taking on this challenge. Our mission is to raise awareness and fund innovative research for the early detection and treatment of pancreatic cancer. We help life-saving research get off the ground, knowing that any one of the research projects we support could be the one that leads to the breakthrough that ends pancreatic cancer for good.
Through fundraising events, social media and unique public awareness opportunities we seek to educate and raise funding for pancreatic cancer research. We also stress the importance of genetic counseling, when to seek medical attention and potential risk factors and symptoms related to this disease.
We have an ever-growing community with patients, survivors, family members, and loved ones that come together to support one another and our cause.
The researchers are the backbone of helping us find a cure to pancreatic cancer.
Sky awards seed grants for pancreatic cancer medical research, which provide initial funding to researchers for exploratory studies. these grants support innovative ideas, gather preliminary data, and encourage scientists to pursue their research further. such funding plays a crucial role in kickstarting early-stage investigations and supports new approaches that will potentially lead to more significant research opportunities that may one day be the breakthrough to cure pancreatic cancer.
Join us and show your clients, customers and constituents that you are proud to support Sky Foundation in this battle. Sky Foundation offers a variety of opportunities to align your business with our mission and demonstrate your support for the pancreatic cancer community. We hope you will consider partnering with us on any/all of our upcoming events.
🌎THE SKY MOVEMENT
Sky Movement unites supporters across the world through a week of activities. Participants can join or host a team, creating meaningful and fun events in their own community. From walking or biking events to corn hole tournaments and potlucks – the sky is the limit on how teams bring family, friends, and neighbors of all ages together to raise awareness and funds for Sky’s mission. Individuals may participate on their own as well, harnessing the power of social media to spread the word and raise pledges to fund research. We anticipate 500+ participants.
🏓 THE SKY MOVEMENT: PICKLEBALL EDITION
Michigan pickleballers come in dinking and smashing to support pancreatic cancer research! With various pop-up locations, the pickleball events expand the Sky community to all who like to have fun and stay active while supporting a great cause. Everyone is welcome, from kids to seniors, experts to those who have never picked up a paddle. The inaugural event in 2023 saw a sold out crowd of 70 people. Having two locations will allow us to more than double the capacity in 2024.
🍹 SKY'S DOC-TAIL MIXER
At Sky’s Doc-tail party, a variety of doctors will trade their white coats for bar aprons as they present their favorite cocktails and mocktails, serving as our volunteer “mixologists” for the evening. Attendees will critique samples and vote for their favorite cocktail or mocktail while enjoying appetizers and atmosphere. This 21 + event brings in age ranges of 25 and up, with around 100 attendees.
✨ NIGHT SKY GALA
The Night Sky Gala is the Sky Foundation’s largest and most prestigious event, drawing an audience of nearly 300 supporters including individuals, healthcare professionals and corporate partners. Hosted at the Henry Ford Museum, the event features raffles, auctions, cocktail hour, dinner, and conversation that is educational and entertaining.
PARTNER OPPORTUNITIES
THE SKY MOVEMENT - Mission Sponsor
$1,000.00Logo placement on all participant t-shirts (approximately 350) Logo placement on event website and registration page Logo placement in electronic newsletters featuring the event (Contact list of 2,500 +) Mention in paid social media post Mention in pre- and post-event press releases
THE SKY MOVEMENT - Digital Sponsor
$500.00Logo placement on all participant t-shirts (approximately 350) Logo placement on event website Mention in paid social media post
THE SKY MOVEMENT - T-Shirt Sponsor
$250.00Logo placement on all participant t-shirts (approximately 350) Logo placement on event website
✨MOVEMENT: PICKLEBALL ED. - Ace Sponsor
$1,500.00Logo on all Movement T-shirts, including the premium Pickleball Edition shirts Prime logo placement on Pickleball event website and registration page Logo on electronic newsletters featuring the event (Contact list of 2,500 +) Paid social media posts featuring your organization as the presenting sponsor Banner placement at Pickleball event Mention in pre- and post-event press releases
MOVEMENT: PICKLEBALL ED. - Smash Sponsor
$500.00Logo on all Sky Movement T-shirts, including the premium Pickleball Edition shirts Logo on Pickleball event website and registration page Logo on electronic newsletters featuring the event (Contact List 2,500 +)
MOVEMENT: PICKLEBALL ED. - Dink Sponsor
$250.00Logo on all Sky Movement T-shirts, including the premium Pickleball Edition shirts Logo on Pickleball event website
✨DOC-TAIL MIXER - Presenting Sponsor
$1,000.00Premier logo placement on event website Signage at the event Mention in social media posts Mention in pre- and post-event press releases Four (4) tickets to the event
DOC-TAIL MIXER - Mixologist Sponsor
$500.00Logo at mixologist station Mention in social media posts Two (2) tickets to the event
DOC-TAIL MIXER - Craft Sponsor
$250.00Logo at mixologist station Mention in social media posts
✨ NIGHT SKY GALA - Presenting Sponsor
$20,000.00Two Tables (16 tickets) Logo recognition on event website Honor a loved one Dedicated ad during pre event Rotating ad on innovation column in reception space in reception Post on social media Online newsletter presence with personalized ad Invitation acknowledgement Verbal recognition at event
NIGHT SKY GALA - Partner Sponsor
$10,000.00One Table (8 tickets) Logo recognition on event website Honor a loved one Dedicated ad during pre event Rotating column for ad space in reception Post on social media Online newsletter presence with personalized ad
NIGHT SKY GALA - Supporter Sponsor
$5,000.00One Table (8 tickets) Logo recognition on event website Honor a loved one Dedicated ad during pre event Logo on rotating column in reception Post on social media
NIGHT SKY GALA - Advocate Sponsor
$2,500.00One Table (8 tickets) Logo recognition on event website Honor a loved one Logo on rotating column in reception Post on social media
Payment Directions By Check
Please make your checks payable to "Sky Foundation, Inc.".
You can send your check to the following address:
Sky Foundation, Inc.
1780 PO Box Birmingham, MI 48012
Contact us if you would like to make a payment through EFT
Questions?
Contact Annie Dalton Flores
ADalton@SkyFoundationInc.org | 248-514-1716
