We are offering a unique opportunity for businesses who would like to help to support this venture.
The sposorship package will include:
A sticker on the van - the size and position in proportion to the assistance given (as per Grand Prix sponsorship)
Mentions in future press coverage - Local Press, radio and TV? PR campaign to start in October
Acknowledgment on the Web site
Regular news updates on our progress
Invitation to a presention of our trip upon our return - what an incentive for your staff
A real warm feeling that you are doing something good!
Sponsors include:
Neil Bond of Neils Autos of Yate - Tel 01454 312552. Car and Motorcycle Mechanics par excellence - Free mechanical labour on the van
Midway Engineering Sevices - Tel 01454 774071. Food packaging machinery engineers - Purchase and delivery of a Safari Roof Rack
Storm Outdoor Pursuits - Tel 01454 315430. Camping and outdoor wear. - Free camping equipment
Car Components - Tel 01454 313136. Spare parts and accessories for the van
AllSigns Visual Communications - Tel 01454 314600. Sign writing on van
The Fox, Yate - Family pub with great value food. Generous contribution
Condor Ferries - Channel crossing tickets Weymouth to St Malo
Abson Material Supplies - Suppliers of building materials generous donation.
Edison Ford - Insurance brokers and Estate Agents
Modelscape - Leading architectural model makers. Generous contribution www.modelscape.co.uk
Smartcards - producers of cards with chips to track usage, rewards and spending. Generous donation. www.smartcards.co.uk. 01482 880766
Other donors include - Bob Grant, Pete Lewarne, Pylie car breakers, Postman Pat - lots of toys and books and numerous glasses monitors including Manns Opticians plus many others. Plus North Road School, Yate - loads of cuddly toys.
Sponsorship opportunities for companies
The challenge is going to cost in excess of �3500. We would welcome sponsorship for up to 50% of the undertaking. Sponsors may chose to fund specific components of the challenge or items for subsequent donation.
Costs are budgeted as follows:
Entry Fee �250
Van �390
Medical jabs etc �120
Petrol �500
Ferries �200
Visas �100
On route repairs �150
Accomodation �450
Food and provisions �450
Return flights �590
Contingencies �300
Total �3500
