Chili Cook-Off

SPONSORSHIP PLEDGE FORM

Please complete the form below by Thursday, April 1, 2021. Unfortunately, if the form is not turned in The Exceptional Foundation cannot be held responsible for incorrect listing of company name.

SPONSOR INFORMATION

Sponsor Name/Company (as you wish to be listed on printed materials): *

I would like to be a: *

Cayenne Sponsor ($5,000) Jalapeno Sponsor ($2,500) Spicy Sponsor ($1,000)

I would like to be billed for my sponsorship: *

Immediately In March 2021.

Will you be entering team(s) provided with your sponsorship level? *

I will be entering team(s) in the competition. I will not be entering a team in the competition.

How many teams will you be entering? *

1 2

Sponsor Contact Name: *

First Name Last Name

Phone Number *

Area Code Phone Number

Email: *

example@example.com

Address: *

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

City State / Province

Postal / Zip Code

COOK TEAM INFORMATION

Team Name (exactly as you wish it to be listed): *

Is your Team Captain the same as your Sponsor Contact? *

yes no

Team Captain Name: *

First Name Last Name

Phone Number *

Area Code Phone Number

Email: *

example@example.com

Address: *

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

City State / Province

Postal / Zip Code

CAYENNE SPONSOR COOK TEAM 2 INFORMATION

Team Name (exactly as you wish it to be listed): *

Is your Team Captain the same as your Sponsor Contact? *

yes no

Team Captain Name: *

First Name Last Name

Phone Number *

Area Code Phone Number

Email: *

example@example.com

Address: *

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

City State / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Proceeds from the Chili Cook-Off are a significant source of funding for our programs at The Exceptional Foundation, where we strive to meet the social and recreational needs of individuals of all ages with special needs. Corporate sponsorships make events like the Chili Cook-Off possible, and our participants, their families, and our staff truly appreciate your support.

Sponsorship Levels

This event provides an excellent opportunity to market your company in support of a great cause. More than 13,000 people attend this annual, family friendly event. The following levels of recognition are offered in return for your sponsorship:

Cayenne ($5,000)
- Corporate name and logo to prominently appear on advertising (banners, print ads, website, social media, and specialty items)
- Corporate name and logo to be prominently displayed at event
- Two cook teams and 30 complimentary event tickets*
- Teams are permitted to advertise and distribute promotional items
- Ability to choose tent placement
- Additional cooking supplies provided
- Priority breakdown following event

Questions?

Please contact Margaret Cochran ( mcochran@exceptionalfoundation.org , 205-870-0776) or visit www.exceptionalfoundation.org.

Tent Locations

Tent locations will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis in order of sponsorship level.

Mandatory Chefs' Meeting

There will be a mandatory Chefs' Meeting for teams/team captains who have never participated in The Chili Cook-Off before on Thursday, _____ at 6pm at The Exceptional Foundation. If you have participated in the past and are familiar with the rules, the meeting is optional.

Prizes to be Awarded

Best Overall Chili (voted by judges):
- Grand Prize
- First Runner-Up
- Second Runner-Up
People's Choice Award (voted by patrons)
Spirit Award (presented to team with best tent decorations, costumes, etc.)
- 1st Place
- 2nd Place
- 3rd Place
Participant Choice Award (voted on by The Exceptional Foundation participants)

Notes