GIVE TO THOSE IN NEED
The Clubhouse relies on the generous donations of those that can give to those that struggle each & every day to overcome the devastating effects of their brain injury or stroke.
MAKE A DONATION
Send a check to: Midwest Brain Injury Clubhouse, 300 N. Elizabeth St., Suite 310C, Chicago, IL 60607
$6000 will provide one year of paid internship for a veteran with brain injury or stroke. The Clubhouse provides paid internships for veterans to assist them in transitioning from therapy into competitive employment. Because of their brain injuries, special accommodations need to be addressed for memory deficits, migraines, issues with organization and PTSD. We assist the veterans in using these techniques and compensatory devices within the job setting. Sponsors will have their company name, logo and link placed on our website and in our donor newsletter that is mailed out primarily to donors and healthcare professionals. A veteran in the program will be available to the company for press conferences or community events. A press release will be sent out. $1500 will provide 3 months of rehabilitative services at the Clubhouse to a veteran or person with brain injury or stroke. Persons with brain injury and stroke require life long services and will continue to improve given stimulation. State funding cuts have left many without services. Insurance companies continue to reduce benefits leaving many with serious disabilities and tremendous burdens to families both physically and financially. Sponsors will have their company name, logo and link placed on our website and in our donor newsletter. A recipient survivor of this sponsorship will be available to for press conferences and community events. $2500 will sponsor the appetizers and cocktails for the Annual Gala Saturday, September 25th, 2010 at Hub 51 in Chicago Join over 125 supporters for an elegant cocktail party celebrating our Clubhouse Family. The evening will include appetizers, complimentary wine & spirits, a silent auction & raffle. Tickets will be $75. Sponsors will be given 6 free tickets and will have their company name, logo and link placed on our website and in our donor newsletter. They will be publically recognized at the event and in any marketing opportunities. $1500 will sponsor our 4th Annual Comedy Show at Joe’s on Weed St. on April 22nd Each year more than 300 firemen, healthcare professionals and supporters of the Clubhouse join local comedians to raise much needed funds for services for persons with brain injury and stroke. Tickets are $20 each. Sponsors will have be given a booth at the event and receive 10 free tickets as well as their name and logo on the posters and mailers as well as our donor newsletter and our website. In addition, sponsors will be publically recognized at the event. $800 will sponsor the postage for the Annual Gala Saturday, September 25th, 2010 at Hub 51 in Chicago Join over 125 supporters for an elegant cocktail party celebrating our Clubhouse Family. The evening will include appetizers, complimentary wine & spirits, a silent auction & raffle. Tickets will be $75. Sponsors will be given 4 free tickets to the event and have the company name and link on our website and in the donor newsletter. In addition, sponsors will be publically recognized at the event. $500 will sponsor the printing for the Annual Gala Celebration Saturday, September 25, 2010 at Hub 51 in Chicago Join over 125 supporters for an elegant cocktail party celebrating our Clubhouse Family. The evening will include appetizers, complimentary wine & spirits, a silent auction & raffle. Tickets will be $75. Sponsors will be given 4 free tickets and have their company name and link placed on our website as well as the donor newsletter. Sponsors will be publically recognized at the event. $300 will sponsor our Meet & Greet celebrating our New Clubhouse Location Thursday, July 8th, 2010 & Saturday, July 10th, 2010 This is a special opportunity for healthcare professional, the community, members, & families to spend time at the Clubhouse to learn more about the organization & what it has to offer. Evening will include a tour of our new space, a presentation by Executive Director & a veteran’s success story. Sponsors of this event will have a booth at the event to display their materials and be able to present their company’s services to our guests. $100 will sponsor one month of Adaptive exercise classes and activities at the Clubhouse Many persons with disabilities are less active and struggle with physical impairments. They require specialized adaptive exercise equipment and knowledgeable instructors. The Clubhouse will partner with the Chicago Park District, the Judd Goldman Adaptive Sailing Program and Great Lakes Adaptive Sports Association. Sponsors of this activity will be listed in our donor newsletter and receive recognition in our e-newsletter. $75 will sponsor one month of meals for a member Many of our members come from homes with little means and come without a healthy lunch. The Clubhouse provides meals for these individuals that are nutritious. Sponsors for this will be listed in our donor newsletter and receive recognition in our e-newsletter. In-kind donations and volunteers are welcome donations. Each month the Clubhouse utilizes over $1500 worth of supplies include paper products, office supplies, cleaning supplies and food. Please inquire for our Wish List. As we serve 20-30 people with disabilities per day, we frequently need extra help whether it’s working one on one with a member at a computer or accompanying our members on an outing to a restaurant or museum. We also welcome motivated individuals to share their expertise on our Board of Directors. The Clubhouse is a not for profit 501(c)(3) organization and donations are tax deductible as determined by IRS.
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