Menu of Opportunities
STARTERS
Great ideas to get started with Forgotten Harvest.
Name Forgotten Harvest beneficiary for your next event. From a simple Jeans Day collection at the office (collect money from co-workers to wear jeans to work) to a golf outing or dance, third-party events are a great way to get involved and create awareness for Forgotten Harvest. We are happy to assist you in any way we can, from providing a speaker, banners, video or brochures.
Our holiday cards are a great way to show friends, family and colleagues that you support Forgotten Harvest. The cards are designed, printed and donated by local creative agencies and printers, ensuring that 100% of your purchase goes to Forgotten Harvest. Cards and envelopes are sold in packs of 25 for $23. Single cards are available for $1 each. See them all here
Forgotten Harvest’s two annual fundraising events generate support, awareness and publicity. Both events attract over 500 people and provide a great backdrop to showcase your company’s community involvement. Sponsorship benefits include: invitations, signage/banners, program books, website, press releases and more. Product placement opportunities are also available. Our elopment and Events Departments will work closely with you to maximize your sponsorship and benefits. Detailed sponsor benefits are available by contacting Director of Communications & Events, Monica Luoma or 248-967-1500 x102.
SPONSORSHIP LEVELS RANGE FROM $1,000 - $50,000+
Our signature event is an annual favorite of our sponsors and supporters. Local funnyman Tim Allen, a founding friend to Forgotten Harvest, headlined at the first Comedy Night in 1992. Since then, many nationally recognized comic acts have followed in his footsteps to deliver countless laughs and much needed support for Forgotten Harvest. This event has raised over $2.1 million since its inception.
Champagne Cruise 2008
August 15, 2008 | Westborn Market, Berkley
The premier Woodward Dream Cruise Preview Party is a sell-out event each year. It’s an elegant, casual evening of chilled champagne, live Motown music, a taste fest of delicious food from the best area restaurants and plenty of classic car watching. Champagne Cruise has grown year after year and our guests will agree, it’s a party that can’t be missed!
SWEET ENDINGS
Easy ways to support whether you’re one person or a team.
Souper Bowl of Caring®
February 3, 2008
Youth from congregations and schools use large soup pots to receive donations the week before or the Sunday morning of the Super Bowl football game. Every dollar raised is then donated to a local hunger-related agency. Involvement teaches young people that they can make a positive difference in the lives of others. For more information on this opportunity, please visit www.souperbowl.org or contact Stephanie Fries at 248.967.1500 x 115.
Out to End Hunger Campaign - May, 14, 2008
What if metro Detroit donated the money they spent on lunch for one day to Forgotten Harvest? This one-day initative started by Forgotten Harvest is an easy community service project for your office, group or school. This is your chance to get creative, have fun with your co-workers and friends, and make a difference in the lives of hungry families in our community. Our last event raised over $12,000 in one day!
Shop and give back to Forgotten Harvest ...it doesn’t get easier than this! Visit www.giftback.com and shop their site for fresh flowers, gourmet gift baskets, branded items, electronics and much more. They will donate 10% of every purchase when you select Forgotten Harvest as your designated charity at checkout. From corporate gifts to special occasions, shopping just got better!
An easy way to help Forgotten Harvest is through a new search engine powered by Yahoo! called GoodSearch. GoodSearch will make a donation to your favorite charity or school with every search. It doesn’t cost you a thing — the money comes from the advertisers. The more people who use this site, the more money will go to those in need. So please spread the word to your friends and family. Visit: www.goodsearch.com and follow the directions to add it to your search toolbar.
Double Your Dollars! Employee Match Contributions
You can double or triple your gift to Forgotten Harvest if you or your spouse work for one of over a thousand companies! Check with your HR department to find out if your company has a matching gift program. If your company has a matching gift program, you can obtain a matching gift form from your employer. Forms should be available from the human resources department. Just fill out the form according to guidelines and send to us with your donation.
