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7th Annual Hook and Ladder Run Informational Page
Event:
Our 7th annual race features a 5K run/walk, 10K run and Kids 1 mile fun run
Date & Time: Sunday June 7th 2015 8:00 a.m. 5K and 10K (Participant check-in begins at 6:30 a.m.)
Place:
Wente Vineyards - 5050 Arroyo Rd, Livermore, CA 94550
Course:
The 5K is a run/walk which is 50% paved and 50% dirt road. Entire course is stroller friendly.
The 10K is 90% dirt road and 10% paved road. Strollers are not allowed in the 10K. Both runs
travel through Sycamore Grove Park and are very flat with only one hill on the 10K. No dogs.
The Kids 1 Mile Fun Run (ages 12 & under) will take place at Wente Vineyards at 9:30 a.m.
Finisher ribbons, ice cream, and fire prevention material for all kids.
Participants: Our event hosts 1500 participants. There are nearly 100 volunteers, and over 200 spectators, who
help make our event a success.
Expected participants in 2015:
825 - 5K
525 - 10K
150 - Kids Fun Run
Amenities:
All participants receive a Hook and Ladder t-shirt and Gift Bag. Sponsors are encouraged to
include a sample product, an ad or coupon good for their business, or other promotional item.
Awards:
3 deep in each age group (M & F) 12 and under,13-17,18-29,30-39,40-49,50-59,60-69,70-79,80+
(Special prizes for top 3 Male and Female race winners 5K AND 10K RUN)
Top 20 Male and Female both 5 and 10K receive a “TOP TWENTY” technical tee shirt
Special top 3 Firefighter overall awards both 5 and 10K
Great Raffle prizes eligible to all runners and additional tickets available for purchase
Beneficiaries: The event benefits- Injured and Fallen Firefighters, the Burn Foundation, and local charities in
the Tri Valley. The Livermore-Pleasanton Firefighters Foundation has helped many firefighters,
burn victims, and thousands of others through assisting numerous local charities. This is all
made possible because of your support of our main fundraiser: The Annual Hook and Ladder
Run.
The Hook & Ladder Run has grown each year and has been a huge success because of the support of our
wonderful sponsors. It is through your help that we have been able to raise over $180,000 in our first six years,
while providing a high-caliber run which has become an event that has showcased the Livermore and
Pleasanton communities, and their community spirit. Your potential sponsorship of this event will ensure its
continued success and help us reach our goal of raising over $40,000 again in 2015.
The Livermore-Pleasanton Firefighters Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)3 with a tax ID #: 26‐1572487
Your contribution is tax deductible.
7th Annual Hook and Ladder Run Sponsorship Levels:
Diamond
(Overall Race Presenting Sponsor)
$5,000
Name or Logo on cotton race T-Shirts given to all participants
Company name or logo put on our active.com race registration website
Product sample, coupon or brochure (your company provides) put in our coveted runners Gift Bag given
to all participants
A premium booth space at the finish line for direct contact with participants
Your signs or banners prominently displayed at both the race start/finish line and booth area
Special recognition at race start line and before awards ceremony
10 Complimentary race entries
Recognition plaque
Platinum
$1,500
Name or Logo on cotton race T-Shirts given to all participants
Product sample, coupon or brochure (your company provides) put in our coveted runners Gift Bag given
to all participants
Booth space at the finish line for direct contact with participants
Your sign or banner prominently displayed at the race
Special recognition at race start line and before awards ceremony
5 Complimentary race entries
Recognition plaque
Gold
$750
Name or Logo on cotton race T-Shirts given to all participants
Product sample, coupon or brochure (your company provides) put in our coveted runners Gift Bag given
to all participants
Booth space at the finish line for direct contact with participants
Your sign or banner prominently displayed at the race
Special recognition at race start line and before awards ceremony
2 Complimentary race entries
Recognition certificate
Silver
$350
Name or Logo on cotton race T-Shirts given to all participants
Product sample, coupon or brochure (your company provides) put in our coveted runners Gift Bag given
to all participants
Booth space at the finish line for direct contact with participants
Special recognition at race start line and before awards ceremony
Recognition certificate
Bronze
$150
NAME LISTED on cotton race T-Shirts given to all participants
Product sample, coupon or brochure (your company provides) put in our coveted runners Gift Bag given
to all participants
Special recognition at race start line and before awards ceremony
Recognition certificate
Important Dates
Checks due by May 15th
Logo for T-Shirt due by May 22nd
Items for Gift Bag due by May 29th
For additional information or questions, please contact Foundation Director, Matt Thau at (510) 909-5401 or
mthau@lpfire.org
7th Annual Hook and Ladder Run Sponsor Participation Form
I/we would like to participate as a sponsor of the 7th Annual Hook and Ladder Run, which provides
funding for: Injured and Fallen Firefighters, the Burn Foundation and Local Charities in the Tri Valley. I/we
would like to contribute in the following way(s).
Sponsor Level
Booth Space
_______ Diamond $5,000
_______ Platinum $1,500
_______ Gold
$750
_______ Silver
$350
_______ Bronze $150
Logo For Shirt
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Item For Gift Bag
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In addition to the above sponsorship levels the Livermore-Pleasanton Firefighters Foundation welcomes
Product Sponsorship, Raffle Prize Sponsorship and Charitable Donations. If you would like to contribute
to one of these please fill out the information below.
_______ Product Sponsorship
_______ Raffle Prize Sponsorship
_______ Charitable Donation
Product________________________
Prize ___________________________
Amount $______________________
These sponsorships levels get your company name printed on our Thank You poster displayed at the race. You
will also be announced at the run.
Required Sponsorship Information for all Levels:
Company Name__________________________________________________________________
Company Contact Person __________________________________________________________
Phone #______________________________________________
Email ________________________________________________
Address_________________________________________________________________________
Important Dates
Checks due by May 15th
Logo for T-Shirt due by May 22nd
Items for Gift Bag due by May 29th
Make check payable to: Livermore-Pleasanton Firefighters Foundation (LPFF)
Livermore-Pleasanton Firefighter Foundation
4847 Hopyard Road, Suite 4, PMB 303
Pleasanton, CA 94588
Signature: __________________________________ Date: _________________
Thank you very much in advance for your support and we look forward to working with you at this event.
The Livermore Pleasanton Firefighters Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)3 with a tax ID number of: 26‐1572487
For additional information or questions, please contact Foundation Director, Matt Thau at (510) 909-5401 or
mthau@lpfire.org