2015 Partnership Opportunities

Lansing’s Semi-Pro/Minor League Football Team
2015 Partnership Opportunities
2014 Season
10-5 overall record
2014 GLFL West Conference Championship Runner-up
2014 USFA/NFE Mid-States East Football Championship Runner-up
2013 Season
11-6 overall record (4 Championships in 4 years)
2013 USFA/NFE Mid-States East Football Champions!!
2014 Orange Blossom Bowl/USFA AA National Champions!!!!!!!!
2012 Season
14-5 overall record
Finished 2nd in GLFL season standings
2012 GLFL Championship Runner-up
2012 USFA/NFE Mid-States East Football Champions!!
2013 Orange Blossom Bowl/USFA AA Nat’l Champion Runner-up
2010 Inaugural Season
11-3 record - NAFL — Finished Season Ranked 24 in Nation
2010 NAFL - Great Lakes Division Champions!!
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The Capital City Stealth: USFA AA National Champions
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 Sent 15 All-stars to the 2012 GLFL All-Star game held in Fenton, MI.
 Entered and won the USFA/NFE Mid-States East Football Tournament becoming the
2012 USFA/NFE Mid-States East Champions!!!
 Earned 2nd Florida bowl bid to Deltona, Florida to play in the 2013 Orange Blossom Bowl / USFA AA
National Championship game against the Tri-State Sharks from Cincinnati, Ohio. In a hard fought game, the Stealth
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up just 2 yards short of the winning TD. The score ended 20-18.
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Earned 3rd Florida bowl bid to Deltona, Florida to play in the 2014 Orange Blossom Bowl/USFA AA
National Championship, becoming the 2014 Orange Blossom Bowl/USFA AA National Champions!!
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Sent 12 players to the 2014 GLFL All-star game which we hosted in Dansville, MI.
Just fell short of 3-peating as 2014 USFA/NFE Mid-States East Champions losing in Championship game
Earned 4th Florida bowl bid and a chance to REPEAT as USFA AA National Champs in Deltona, Florida in the
2015 Orange Blossom Bowl/USFA AA National Championship Bowl game on January 18, 2015.
The Capital City Stealth: YOUR Team
Partnering with the Capital City Stealth Football is good business. You will receive maximum exposure
in the Greater Lansing Area through our printed programs, social media, press releases and editorials; and in
game and community promotions. We can also showcase your company, product, or service during our home
games with banners, in public announcements and through give-a-ways. You also gain access to our social
media broadcast network of over 2,375 Fans and counting on Capital City Stealth Facebook Fan Page. Your
company can be acknowledged on our Capital City Stealth team website which receives over 150,000 hits per
season. Additionally you can place an ad in our Game-day Program which is handed out to our fans as they
enter the gate at each home game. There are other non-game day opportunities such as our pocket schedules
(30k units) and individual player cards (60 - 80k units total).
This season we are proud to announce our New Home Game Facility will be the newly renovated Hope Sports
Complex on Aurelius Road. Over $1 Million has been spent installing the only artificial turf field in Mid-Michigan
and the Hope Complex has quickly become a multi-sport destination. This means that your sponsor banner will
be seen by 1,000’s of football, soccer & lacrosse fans each week throughout the Stealth 2015 season—That’s
right your banner is up ALL SUMMER LONG at our multi sport field!
An added benefit to our partners is exposure through the GLFL website that will regularly provides links
to the Capital City Stealth website and posts press releases about the Capital City Stealth.
The GLFL is the largest Michigan based league containing 19 of Michigan's 30 teams.
We are known as one of the most competitive leagues in the nation. The GLFL league goal is to
promote local Michigan players, Michigan teams and the State of Michigan on the National Stage.
Partnership Opportunity
We are asking for your support through becoming a proud partner of the Capital City Stealth and helping
us raise our Goal of $25,000 to fund our 2015 season. We are a non profit organization that is 100%
volunteer driven. All money raised goes directly to the Stealth organization to cover items such as our
transportation to away games, cost for field rental & officials, team equipment, uniforms, marketing and
few other small expenses along the way.
Your partnership will help the Stealth continue to excel and continue our reputation as one of the elite
teams in Michigan and across the Nation. It will also allow us to represent Lansing, MI and your business
with a professional image and pride as we compete to bring home more Championships. Please consider
helping us fulfill our dream of repeating as the USFA AA National Champions!
Reach That Coveted 18– 34 Year Old Market
Who are our fans? Those who attend games and follow us on our fan pages are 58% male and 42% female.
A large number of our audience is between the ages of 18-54, with 18-34 year-olds taking the bulk of the
share (65%). The majority of our fans are college-educated or have attended some college. They are football
enthusiasts, sports fans, blue collar and white collar workers — families that represent every segment of the
Greater Lansing area. After All, We Are Lansing’s Semi-pro Football Team.
Capital City Stealth Football
Partnership Opportunities
The Capital City Stealth is a Non-Profit Organization
Checks should be
made payable to:
2015
Top Gun Partnership
$5,000
 A FULL PAGE ad in our 2015 Season Game day Program
 Your logo displayed on all football jerseys (logo patches to be provided by partner)
 Your logo and link to your website on the Home Page of the Capital City Stealth
Capital City Stealth
P.O Box 102
Mason, MI 48854
website for the 2015 season
 A listing on our partner page of our website as our Top Gun Sponsor - includes your
logo and a website link for the 2015 season
www.capitalcitystealth.com
 Five Public Announcements (1 per quarter & 1 prior to the game)
at each Stealth home game
One original team jersey
One team autographed football
One full size authentic team helmet
20 Season Passes to Stealth ALL home games in 2015
(including Preseason & Playoffs)
 Your company banner* seen by 1000’s of fans throughout the 2015 Stealth Season
(May-Aug ) including other Hope Sports Complex events such as soccer and lacrosse.
 Social media mentions through-out the season on our Facebook Fan Page
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Submitting Your
Digital Artwork
In order to properly place
your logo in our marketing
and promotional material,
we
request
that
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submit our company web
address (URL) along with
images in a digital or
electronic format.
The most common formats
that we can use are 300+
DPI JPEG or TIFF. AI, EPS
or Adobe PDFs accepted
with all text in outline
vector format.
Corporate Partnership
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Victory Partnership
No GIFs will be accepted.
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Please submit
your logo to:
Robert Huntoon @
ccstealth@yahoo.com
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$2,500
A HALF PAGE ad in our 2015 Season Game day Program
Your logo and link to your website on the Home Page of the
Capital City Stealth Website for the 2015 season
A listing on our partner page of our website as our Corporate Sponsor
& includes your logo and a website link for the 2015 season
Four Public Announcements (1 per quarter) during each Stealth home game
One mini replica Stealth helmet
10 Season Passes to Stealth home games in 2015
Your company banner* seen by 1000’s of fans throughout the 2015 Stealth Season
(May-Aug ) including other Hope Sports Complex events such as soccer and lacrosse.
Periodic social media mentions through-out the season on our Facebook Fan Page
$1000
A QUARTER PAGE ad in our 2015 Season Game day Program
A listing on our partner page of our website as our Victory Sponsor
- includes your logo and a website link for the 2015 season
Two Public Announcements (1 per half) during each Stealth home game
5 Season Passes to Stealth home games in 2015
Your company banner* seen by 1000’s of fans throughout the 2015 Stealth Season
(May-Aug ) including other Hope Sports Complex events such as soccer and lacrosse.
* Banners can be provided by you or we can print your full color banner for you. Your provided banner can be no
larger than 3’x8’. Stealth printed banners include the words “Proud Supporter of Capital City Stealth football”
and are provided at a special “Stealth Sponsor” rate of only $45 (3’x6’) or $60 (3’x8’).
Join Our Team!
Contact:
Robert Huntoon
Touchdown Partnership
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$500
A Business Card ad in our 2015 Season Game day Program
2 Season Passes to Capital City Stealth home games
A listing on our website as our Touchdown Partner - includes your logo and a website link
Right to hang your company banner* at 2015 Stealth home games (game day only)
General Manager
Marketing &
Public Relations Manager
517-515-2117
ccstealth@yahoo.com
Field Goal Partnership
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$250
A Mention as one of our Field Goal Sponsors in our 2015 Season Game day Program
15 Admission Tickets to Capital City Stealth home games
A listing on our website as our Field Goal Partner - includes your logo and a website link
Right to hang your company banner* at 2015 Stealth home games (game day only)
Or
Frank Cugini
Assistant General Manager
586-863-8338
frank@capitalcitystealth.com
Extra Point Partnership
$100
 10 Admission Tickets to Capital City Stealth home games
 A listing on our website as our Extra Point Partner - includes your logo
First Down Partnership
$50
 5 Admission Tickets to Capital City Stealth home games
 A listing on our website as our First Down Partner
Community Partnership
$25
 2 Admission Tickets to Capital City Stealth home games
 A listing on our website as our Community Partner
Season-Long Banner
$500
 Your company banner* seen by 1000’s of fans throughout the 2015 Stealth Season
(May-Aug ) including other Hope Sports Complex events such as soccer and lacrosse.
Game Day Only Banner
$125
 Your company banner* seen by Stealth fans during 2015 Stealth Home Games
Game Day Partnership Opportunities:
 Red Zone Partner - PA mention as Red Zone partner every time the
$150/game
$100/game
$150/game
$250/game
 Touchdown Partner - PA mention as Touchdown partner every time the
$250/game
 Post Game Party Partner - 6 PA mentions as Post Game Party partner
$250/game
 Pre-Game Partner - Two PA mentions during Pre-game festivities
 Coin Toss Partner - PA mention as Coin Toss partner during coin toss
 Halftime Partner - Two PA mentions during Halftime festivities
Checks should be
made payable to:
Capital City Stealth
P.O Box 102
Mason, MI 48854
Stealth enter the Red Zone (inside the 20 yard line)
Stealth score a touchdown!
1 per qtr, plus halftime, and 4th qtr 2 min. warning
Website Partnership Opportunities:
 Home Page Schedule Partner - your logo on home page near our schedule
 Schedule Page Partner - your logo on our schedule page
 Roster Page Partner - your logo on our roster page
 Bomb Squad (cheer) Page Partner - your logo on our cheer page
 Email Newsletter Partner - your logo in ALL of our e-news blasts
Limit Three Partner —your ad will appear in every newsletter for
a full year—including any off-season announcements!
$250/yr
$100/yr
$150/yr
$150/yr
$300/yr
Game Day Program Advertising Opportunities Also Available!
* Banners can be provided by you or we can print your full color banner for you. Your provided banner can be no larger than
3’x8’. Stealth printed banners include the words “Proud Supporter of Capital City Stealth football”
and are provided at a special “Stealth Sponsor” rate of only $45 (3’x6’) or $60 (3’x8’).
2015 Capital City Stealth Endorsements
Community Endorsements:
"The GLSA focuses on bringing in events that create economic impact, improve the quality of life
for area residents and create opportunities for area athletes. The Stealth impact the Lansing
region in all three areas. ...the Stealth provide on-going opportunities for athletes who otherwise
may become inactive after their high school/collegiate experiences. All of these items combined
help lift up and improve the quality of life for area residents."
-- Mike Price, Exec. Director – Greater Lansing Sports Authority
"The Capital City Stealth represents an elite level of minor league football. The games are highly
entertaining and the team consists of the top talent you are going to find in our area. Crossroads
Church is happy to support this on-the-rise positive influence in Lansing."
-- Noah Filipiak, Senior Pastor - Crossroads Church, Lansing, MI
"The Capital City Stealth, from inception almost four years ago, and after three record-high
seasons, Lansing’s minor league football team has grown exponentially from a local sport to a
proud and respected institution in the community. ...As a proud sponsor and devoted patron of the
Capital City Stealth, I can say with utmost confidence that this is an organization worth every
dollar invested into it."
-- Douglas H. Rubin, Ph.D.
Partnership Endorsements:
"Delta Chiropractic Center is proud to be the official Chiropractors for the Capitol City Stealth football
organization. Our relationship with this team has always been a positive experience, right from the
founding of the team. The players consistently present a positive attitude, both in competition and in
their desire to represent our community in a good light."
-- Dr. Chuck Roost, Delta Chiropractic Center
"Synergy Soup has been proud to be involved with the Stealth over the last three years. We are happy
to support a team that not only represents our community well, but also gives back through their
charities and volunteering. We are excited to extend you our support for this coming season!"
"As the owner of a Lansing Fitness Facility I had the great pleasure of working with the Capital City
Stealth for 3 years. As a small local business owner I take great pride in trying to promote other local
business, events and teams. Robert and Frank have done an amazing job along with everyone else
involved with the Stealth. ...I continue to look forward to working with them."
-- Mitchell Gast, Owner, Infinity Fitness Center / Former Owner, GymBumz Fitness
"At Reddawg Mobile we always seek to align our sponsorships with organizations that seek to make our
community a better place. We were excited to see the Stealth players and cheer team involved in
visiting sick children at Sparrow Hospital... The added benefit for us is your success on the field which
helps us expose more people to our brand!"
"UnoDeuce Multimedia, has been a corporate sponsor for the Capital City Stealth for the last three years
and we are looking forward to a fourth. They are a very professionally run program, and very open and
communicative about their direction and goals. ...We could not be happier with our continuing
relationship with the Capital City Stealth."
-- Paul J Schmidt, Owner, UnoDeuce Multimedia
"We have found sponsoring the Capital City Stealth to be a great pleasure. ...We feel good giving to a
local non-profit that continually gives back to the community and our clients like to see that we invest in
the local community too."
-- Pat & Denise Cole, Grace Legal Services
2015 Capital City Stealth Endorsements
Media Endorsements:
"I have enjoyed having Robert from the Capital City Stealth on my radio program for some
time now. I am excited by the team’s growth and how they have stuck to their guns over the
last few years. I believe this venture is here to stay and I hope you will give serious
consideration to helping them with their missions. ...thank you for considering supporting
positive, family friendly local sports!"
-- Tim Barron, WLMI Radio / Barron Enterprises, LLC
"I am very impressed with the Capital City Stealth because of how well-run this organization
is. Watching the coaches run a practice or the players perform on the field, you really get the
feel of a professional sports team. The athletes have pro dreams and the coaches are serious
about making it happen while trying to be the best team it can be. Fans that come out to
watch a game won't be disappointed."
-- Jason Colthorp, News Anchor, WILX TV 10
"As 1/2 of the CAM-TV play-by-play team in 2010, I have great memories of working with the
Stealth coaching staff for the Live Capital City Stealth TV broadcasts. ...will continue to do
whatever I can to support "Lansing's Football Team."
-- Lawton Lunce, Stealth Broadcaster (2010)
Industry Endorsements:
"As commissioner of the Great Lakes Football League, it has been my pleasure to have Robert
Huntoon and the Capital City Stealth as members of our league. Having been involved with Semipro football for over 12 years I have rarely had a team that operates in such a professional way. I
would have no trouble or hesitation in recommending Robert, his staff and team to represent your
business."
-- Al Seder, Commissioner, Great Lakes Football League
"The All-Star Officials Association endorses the Capital City Stealth. They are more than just
football. They find ways to give back to the community that any potential donor would be proud to
be associated with. For example, they participate in a celebrity flag football tournament that
benefits kids with cancer, host cancer awareness games, visit local hospitals, and much, much
more. The Capital City Stealth is a top-notch organization and is very deserving of your support."
-- Eric Frohriep, President, All-Star Officials Association
"Congratulations on a very successful season. The professionalism of the Capital City Stealth is
something you can be very proud of. The players and staff were an asset to the Mid States Football
Tournament and the Orange Blossom Bowl during National Bowl Weekend. We look forward to
working with the Stealth in years to come."
-- Jim Nugent, Director, National Football Events
"Working with the team and owner were easy as they conducted themselves in a professional and
business-like manner. ...Anyone who wants to work with a professional minor league football team
has found the right team in choosing to be a part of the Capital City Stealth. Their plans for the
future will definitely set them further apart from other teams in minor league football."
-- Robin Williams, Former NAFL Commissioner / Present UNFL Commissioner
Capital City Stealth
2015 Partnership Agreement
Partnership Level - Check All That Apply
— $5,000
— $2,500
— $1,000
— $500
— $250
— $100
— $50
— $25
-LONG BANNER — $500
Date: _______________
— $125/yr
-GAME — $150/game
— $100/game
— $150/game
— $250/game
-GAME TOUCHDOWN — $250/game
— $250/game
— $250/yr
— $100/yr
— $150/yr
— $150/yr
-NEWSLETTER — $300/yr
Team Representative: ________________________________
Partnership Amount $____________ Paid: Check_____ Money Order_____
** Make Checks Payable to “Capital City Stealth“ **
Company Name: ___________________________________________________________
Address: _________________________________________________________________
Contact Person: ______________________________ Phone: ______________________
Email Address: ____________________________________________________________
Business Website: _________________________________________________________
Print Name: _______________________________________ Title: _________________
Sponsors Signature: _______________________________________________________
Checks should be made payable to:
Capital City Stealth - P.O Box 102 - Mason, MI 48854