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LET US INTRODUCE OURSELVES Farm to Table(aux) is a fundraising event concept dreamt up by Studio4Forty, a leader in nonprofit event fundraising with proven successes at over 100 nonprofit organizations worldwide. The Studio4Forty team is stacked with smart, savvy, and sincere experts in the nonprofit and events arenas to set you up for fundraising success—and make sure everyone involved has the most fun possible. KIM PERRY ASHLEE MEIER ELAINE HONIG HEATHER FRANK SARAH OBIALERO JOE BREAUX Founder & CEO President Creative Director Director of Project Director of Business Beverage Director Development Management RAY LAVELLE CHRISTINE HOUSTON KRISTA ELMORE ANGIE CARWILE JENNIFER DOWNES ALLIE OLCESE Auction Winner Winery Relations Project Manager Business Development Project Manager/ Graphic Designer Liaison Business Development
Farm to Table(aux) is a unique and highly creative fundraising event concept leveraging cuisine and art into an engaging and entertaining feast for your supporters. This signature fundraising event playfully unites the widely popular Farm-to-Table culinary trend with a contemporary interpretation of the “tableaux vivants” (living pictures) from French theater - static but dramatic visual depictions using carefully posed actors in costume, appearing in sets adorned with vibrant props and scenery. Farm to Table(aux) events feature fresh, seasonal and locally-sourced dishes prepared by inventive chefs featuring artistic displays and live performances showcasing community artists and entertainers. FARM TO TABLE(AUX) IS A PROVEN WINNER WITH ART LOVERS AND FOODIES, ALONG WITH NONPROFIT DONORS, SUPPORTERS AND FUNDRAISERS BECAUSE IT: • Showcases creativity from art auctions featuring nonprofit clients’ work, table(aux) art installations, and “Mystère” box raffles • Invites participation from the community, your supporters, local culinary creatives along with artists and designers • Celebrates community as guests share delicious dishes “family style” at long feasting tables
EVENT OVERVIEW ATTENDEES: 350 community- minded art & food lovers come together to enjoy: COCKTAIL RECEPTION • 2-5 local designers, directors & artists each produce a unique tableau using local models, costumed actors, or dancers who perform in mini-vignettes. • Farm-to-table appetizers prepared by local chefs or farmers and artfully displayed at food stations and/or as passed hors d’oeuvres. • 2-3 wine stations, 1-2 signature cocktail stations, and 1 craft beer station. SEATED FEAST • Mission communication. • Seated dinner or antipasti and desert platters, preferably served family-style. • Live auction and cash call. • Stage entertainment: performers or models from tableaux, dancers, singers, or musicians. • Mystère raffle presentation
THE OPPORTUNITY ATTRACT NEW SUPPORTERS Media! TV, print and social media love this fresh non-profit event concept. Our events draw new committee members, volunteers, attendees, donors, and sponsors. RAISE MORE REVENUE We help you strategically plan innovative ways to use art, wine, and auction donations to drive a stream of revenue sources and net proceeds: • Ticket sales ($30,000 - $60,000) • Innovative raffle concepts ($10,000 - $20,000) • Silent auction ($5,000 - $15,000) • Live auction ($50,000 - $100,000) • Cash call ($30,000 - $60,000) • Custom sponsorships ($50,000 - $100,000) THE SUCCESS RATE: $200K AVERAGE FIRST-YEAR NET REVENUE 40% NEW DONOR ATTENDANCE 100% PARTNER RETENTION
SET THE STAGE WITH YOUR THEME! Announce your theme with event graphics and branding. • Our graphic design gurus create a complete creative identity for your event that will wow your crowd and supporters. • The package includes your event’s webpage, save-the-dates, PR ES ENTS invitations, posters, email blasts, and ads. Customizable templates are also available for you to use for sponsorship presentations, event programs, and event signage. A R T + S O U L S A V E T H E D A T E ! A P R I L 6 , 2 0 1 9 ART THEME EXAMPLES: POP! Goes the Warhol is one replicable theme that lets guests mingle with Andy Warhol look-a-likes and featured tableaux vivant anchored around Warhol’s famous Marilyn Monroe painting and soup cans made from painted oil drums. This theme also allows for creative sponsorship opportunities and vibrant décor. Past st theme ideas: s: Andy Warhol • Leonardo Davinci • Peace • Wings • Art & Soul • Eat Your Art Out
SURROUND GUESTS WITH ENGAGING ART From tableaux to auctions, décor to entertainment, the options are endless! • Leverage local theater groups, performers, gymnasts, makeup artists and/or face/body painters. • Create a striking stage with dramatic lighting and live entertainment for the seated program. • Encourage guests to interact with your tableaux and performers. • Integrate sponsors into art displays, auctions & branding opportunities. • Use an artist’s iconic work as a backdrop and give your volunteers costumes and props to “put them in character” (as Mona Lisa or the Last Supper)
THINK BIG WITH ART INSTALLATIONS • Create a conversation piece and “still art” installation (no actors necessary) with the help of local artists, then leverage these as a photo backdrops for guest photos. • Turn your volunteers into roaming actors (like Warhols or living statues) by dressing them up and sprinkling them throughout the crowd, adding excitement to the guest experience. SHOWCASE YOUR SPONSORS CREATIVELY! • Ask sponsors to donate an art installation (such as a BMW adorned a la Warhol), or sponsor a tableaux. • Integrate sponsors into your auction by asking them to donate elements of live auction packages. • Create sponsor-branded signature cocktails for your event or creative renditions of a sponsored swag bag. • Ask sponsors to underwrite specific event expenses in creative ways.
FEAST AMONG PHILANTHROPIC FRIENDS • Local chefs, farmers, and food purveyors create culinary masterpieces. • Seating at long tables (also known as a Feasting Tables or King’s Tables) with guests passing dishes family-style enhances a spirit of community, conviviality, and contribution! • Signature (and sponsored) cocktails and premium wines compliment your feast. CULINARY INSPIRATION: Call on the su support of a local culinary y education program to create an exq xquisi site exp xperience for yo your community. y. Students at community colleges and vocational schools can gain valuable experience by planning, preparing, and serving your guests. Ask sk local farmers s or food purve veyo yors s to partner with local chefs s and rest staurants s to create a culinary ensemble for your event. These supporters will be thrilled by the visibility gained at your large event!
Our Services L E T ’ S C R E AT E A M A S T E R P I E C E ! WE OFFER $35,000+ IN TANGIBLE BENEFITS FOR A COMPLETE PACKAGE COST OF ONLY $22,000. $7,000 Exclusive Annual License to FTT for your location. $6,000 Branded Design Package customizing your promotional materials from event webpage to e-blasts, printed invitations & advertising. $5,000 Event Consulting and project management. Learn enhanced revenue generation strategies, budgeting, venue selection & negotiation, sponsorship & auction concepts and committee management. 30 hours. $5,000 Premium Wines shipped in for your event. Up to 12 cases @ $15-35/bottle. $3,000 - 4,500 Live Auction Prize of a trip to Napa Valley (2 couples/2 nights or 1 couple/3 nights) with 4 unique winery experiences. $3,000 Proprietary FTT “How-To” Guide including step-by-step roadmap, best practices, timelines, budget templates, sponsorship materials, music playlists, and more. $2,000 ”Day Of” On Site Experts for event set-up, management and logistics. 12–16 hours. $1,000 - 2,000 Cash Call. Our on site experts are all experienced auctioneers and can conduct your cash call. Value Varies Discounts of 25-30% on electronic check-in and mobile bidding software from Greater Giving, plus hands on training and set up assistance. OUR FEE* $22,000 ove ver three inst stallments s = 1/3 upon signing • 1/3 midway • 1/3 upon completion of event *Travel costs for onsite event management are not included. Guest count does not include non ticketed attendees such as volunteers and vendors.
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