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CARDIFF MASTERS - WELSH CAPITAL MASTERS SWIM MEET
In May 2008, the eighth Welsh Capital Masters will be moving into its new home in the new state-of-the-art facilities at Cardiff International Swimming Pool. The club is very proud to be the first national gala to be held in these new facilities. In previous years the Welsh Capital Masters has been a short course event, but still attracted swimmers from outside of the UK, including competitors from the USA and Australia. With the move to a long course event at one of the UK's top sporting facilities, the profile of the event can only grow. For sponsors, this is an opportunity to link their brand to • one of the biggest Masters swimming clubs in Wales, Cardiff Masters • a high profile swim meet on the British Amateur Swimming Association calendar • the first major swimming event to be held at the new Cardiff International Swimming Pool. Promotional opportunities include advertising space within the gala programme; space for the sponsor's brand in the pool facilities on the day itself (either banners or display boards); the sponsor's brand on the Cardiff Masters and Welsh Capital Masters website; the sponsor's brand on any merchandise associated with the event; the sponsor's brand on the ribbons for the individual event medals. Exclusive sponsorship opportunities exist to sponsor the Club and Age Group awards. Sponsors should contact Martin Neal, chair of Cardiff Masters Swimming Club at martinjneal@btinternet.com or the gala committee at gala@cardiffmasters.co.uk to discuss associating their brand with the Welsh Capital Masters for 2008 and further events in future years. Contact: Martin Neal, Club Chairman. Address: 39 Pomeroy Street, Cardiff CF10 5GS. Tel.: 07817 185408. E-mail: martinjneal@btinternet.com (Cardiff Masters Swimming Club); gala@cardiffmasters.co.uk (Gala Committee).
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DURHAM AMATEUR ROWING CLUB
Durham Amateur Rowing Club boasts a position as one of the most successful rowing clubs in the UK, regularly achieving the most wins of
any club in open events. The club is proud of having a broad range of members, from international medalists to leisure rowers - and catering for beginners of all ages: juniors, seniors, veterans and disabled. The club is recognised as a centre of excellence, pioneering Amateur Rowing Association schemes such as Project Oarsome and World Class Start. Durham ARC members compete in all major national competitions each year and the club is the largest in the north of England. Durham ARC are currently re-developing their clubhouse and boatstore facilities with the help of National Lottery funding for a project expected to cost in the region of £960,000. Other major funders include the Northern Rock Foundation, the Amateur Rowing Association and the Department of Education & Skills's Playing for Success scheme. Durham Amateur Rowing Club is to be the only amateur club within the highly acclaimed Playing for Success scheme (www.dfes.gov.uk/playingfor success) in which some 150 professional sports clubs participate, including Premiership football clubs. The club is seeking sponsors and donations to help fund this project and the expansion and replacement of its boat fleet. Contact: Mr. B Hudson, Club Secretary. Address: Green Lane, Old Elvet, Durham City DH1 3JU. Tel.: 0191 386 6431. E-mail: enquiries@durham-arc.org.uk.
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Current opportunities
Club Sponsor
Sponsors can have their company name and logo on all racing kit, oars, signage, trailers and letterhead.
Boat Sponsorship
£3,000 to £8,000. Company name/logo on boat. Sponsors select the name for the life of the boat and attend a naming ceremony. Boat sponsors have the use of the boathouse/marquee for corporate functions (once at no cost, repeat hire at members' rates) and will receive press coverage.
Event Sponsorship
Durham ARC are responsible for holding three of the largest events in the rowing calendar, set against the backdrop of Durham Cathedral and Castle. These are:
Durham City Regatta
Whole event and individual race sponsors are wanted for this two day event held annually in May.
Durham Small Boats Head
An event held during February over an 1,800 metre course, with crews rowing against the stream of the river. This is a one day event which has an entry level capped at 400.
Durham Veterans and Juniors Regatta
A one day sprint event held in September over a 500 metre course. The event attracts competitors from around the country and caters solely for veteran and junior rowers.
Durham Allcomers Regatta
A fun event with corporate overtones whereby crews created from beginners are made up from companies, friends and schools. Crews are coached for 4 outings, after which they race on the event day for a prize. This event is designed to promote rowing and teamwork and many adults take up rowing afterwards.
Transport
Durham ARC is situated in the north east of England and has to travel far to events. The club is seeking sponsorship/supply of two towing vehicles to cope with towing large trailers and assist in transporting junior members.
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GREG SHAW - FINN HEAVYWEIGHT DINGHY RACER
Greg Shaw is looking to secure sponsorship in order to compete in the ISAF Finn International Racing Circuit in 2007 and beyond. The lead sponsor's name will appear on both the sail and hull of his boat, as well as on all clothing - and the motor vehicle used to tow the boat to events. Major events such as the World Championships are televised and feature on Sky Sports, and further publicity can be expected, for instance via sporting press reports in local newspapers covering results at events. The level of sponsorship Greg is seeking would enable him to compete in the United Kingdom Circuit, which will incorporate the UK National Championships and the Skania Sail For Gold Week in Weymouth. International events will include the World Masters Championships in Mar Menor, Spain, from the 24th May to the 1st June, 2007 - Greg's entry has been accepted - and the Dutch, Belgian and German Open Championships. Whether Greg competes in ISAF (International Sailing Federation) events in the USA, Australia and further afield will be determined by the level of sponsorship gained - but potential media coverage is most impressive. Contact: Greg Shaw. Address: 55 Stalker Avenue, Tillicoultry, Clackmannanshire FK13 6PS. Tel.: 01259 752769 (H); 01786 434492 (O). Fax: 01786 433671. E-mail: ndyag@btinternet.com.
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MONOFOIL
In April 2008 , the Monofoil team will be attempting to smash the World Speed Sailing Record. The record currently stands at 48.7 knots and, with a craft designed for a top speed in excess of 100 knots, the opportunities for publicity are enormous. Designed by experienced aeronautical engineer Jon Howes, this 40 foot, asymmetrical craft is well placed to succeed in its attempt. However, Monofoil requires input from sponsors if the team is to reach its target of becoming the fastest unassisted craft on water by 2008. The team are already filming the construction of the craft and will be doing so right through testing in November 2007 and on into the record attempt in 2008 - significantly increasing the possibilities available for sponsorship exposure. Sponsorship of Monofoil enables every investor in the project to be part of the most exciting challenge in the sailing world today, say the team. Moreover, the elegance and sheer scale of the craft make Monofoil a very eye-catching and appealing proposition for the media, ensuring that sponsors receive high-value exposure for their brands in return for investment. Contact: James Macnaghten. Address: 10 Jesus Lane, Cambridge, Cambs. CB5 8BA. Tel.: 07968 110946 or +44 (0) 845 206 2070. Fax: +44 (0) 845 206 2071. E-mail: us@monofoil.com.
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NORFOLK FISHING TRIPS AND CHARTER
Norfolk Fishing Trips & Charter are currently seeking sponsors looking to invest in a high profile part of the leisure industry. The company's customers can enjoy the sheer exhilaration of powering across the water, exploring the beautiful North Norfolk coastline, excellent offshore fishing or just lazing around sunbathing on deck. Norfolk Fishing Trips & Charter is based in Thornham. Set between Brancaster and Hunstanton on the North Norfolk coast, Thornham offers superb accommodation in holiday cottages and historic inns. The area is rich in wildlife and there are many unspoilt beaches that rate among the best in the UK. Trips normally depart from nearby Brancaster Staithe harbour. The company has commissioned the building of a brand new catamaran that combines superb performance, sleek lines and luxurious interior with unsurpassed levels of stability, comfort and speed for boats in her class. She will be as much as forty times more stable than mono-hulled vessels making her safe and enjoyable for all. The boat will be a prominent feature in sailing and fishing magazines and, say the owners, will get the sponsor's company noticed in harbours and marinas. During the summer months she will sail from North Norfolk's busiest yet exclusive harbour at Brancaster Staithe, and, in the winter months, from the marina of the Royal Norfolk and Suffolk Yacht Club in Lowestoft. A 12m vessel with a maximum speed of 35 knots, the new boat will be able to carry up to ten passengers in comfort with their own fishing stations. The vessel, which carries the latest sonar and fish-finding equipment, will benefit from a 150 mile Code of Practice (MCA) certificate. The principal sponsors will have their name and logo displayed prominently on the exterior of the boat, which will be appearing at the Southampton Boat Show for five years. The costs of this five year appearance are being sponsored by Gemini work boats. The principal sponsorship, suggest the owners, would suit large corporate organisations wishing to promote or maintain a high-class image to the affluent outdoor type, in particular, the sailing community. Sponsorship need not necessarily be financial, as the company is looking for equipment, mechanical machinery and electronics suppliers to take part, perhaps by showcasing products on board. They are also seeking sponsors for their onboard fishing tackle shop. They expect sponsors for this venture to come from the fishing tackle industry, outdoor clothing suppliers and the like. However, they would consider a business relationship with organisations from any sector that would bring mutual benefit. Contact: Adam Wright. Address: Norfolk Fishing Trips & Charter, 9 Green Lane, Thornham, Norfolk PE36 6NG. Tel.: 01485 512474. Mobile: 07787 557357. E-mail: info@norfolkfishingtrips.co.uk.
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V24 POWERBOATS
V24 is changing the face of offshore powerboating. As one design class, no alterations can be made to the stylish V24 race boat nor its 5.7l standard Volvo production engine. This new class has been designed to ensure that the best team wins and not the one with the biggest budget. The boats look superb, sound fantastic and produce superb racing. The courses are close to the shore and complete with chicanes and tight turns to test driver skill and provide thrilling action. The organisation is now looking for a major sponsor to maximise the potential of the V24 series. The V24s have the 'wow' factor. Sponsorship can take the form of series sponsor, event sponsor, boat sponsor or utilising V24 for the sponsor's own corporate hospitality days. New V24s cost from £36,000 plus VAT, tow behind the family car and a season's racing will cost around £6,000 per team - a relatively inexpensive entry to powerboat racing. The V24 series is new and flexible. The organisation will build a series to meet your marketing requirements, its aim being to find a sponsorship partner with as much enthusiasm as they have to fully utilise the potential of the V24 series. Contact: Bambi Gardner, Marketing Manager. Address: Unit 3, Oak Park Industrial Estate, Northabour Road, Portsmouth PO6 3TJ. Tel.: 023 92 221133. E-mail: pr@v24powerboats.co.uk.
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Angling
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EUROPEAN FEDERATION OF SEA ANGLERS
The EFSA was formed in 1961 by a group of international anglers who were taking part in a fishing festival being held out of Looe in England. Within three months of its formation, no less than sixteen countries were represented in the federation, either by formation of member sections or by the affiliation of existing clubs. In 1962, the federation joined the International Game Fish Association and has been in membership continuously since that date. One of the functions of the federation is to stage the European Sea Angling Championships. These championships have been held annually since 1962 and are held in a different country each year. Host countries have included Gibraltar, Scotland, Iceland, France, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, England, Holland and Wales. In addition to the European Championships, a European Tope Festival and a European Cod Festival are held each year, with the more recent addition of the European Game Championships and Shore Championships. A range of sponsorship opportunities is available. Contact: David Proudfoot, Chair Organising Committee. Address: 3 Bardnaclavan Place, Janetstown, Thurso KW14 7XG. Tel.: 01847 895810. Fax: 0870 7059432 Email:david@efsa-scotland.org
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Lifestyle events
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GOLDCOAST OCEANFEST 2008: 20TH-22ND JUNE
Probably the coolest surf and music festival north of the equator! Since its inception nine years ago, GoldCoast has proved that its sponsors can successfully build brand equity, place product in the hands of its target audience and create an experience that guests take home and share with others, thus expanding their reach. Sponsors wishing to discuss key opportunities and benefits, the marketing plan, target markets, realistic participation and audience numbers, timelines and other essential facts, should get in touch. Contact: Warren D. Latham, Event Director. Address: Unit One, Velator Business Park, Braunton EX33 2DX. Tel.: 01271 817000. Fax: 01271 815926. E-mail: info@goldcoastoceanfest.co.uk.
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Rowing
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ATLANTIC ROWING CHALLENGE
Rachel Smith and Lin Griesel will be taking on the challenge of a lifetime when they embark from La Gomera in November 2007 in their bid to smash the current British women's record for rowing across the Atlantic during the Atlantic Rowing Race. Rachel and Lin will aim to complete the gruelling 2,935 mile journey from the Spanish island that will hopefully see them arrive triumphantly in Antigua early in February 2008, with only each other for company. During the race they expect to experience extremes of blistering heat, stark conditions and thirty foot waves, dodge large tankers and meet a variety of wildlife, not all of which is friendly! As well as setting a new record, their second challenge will be to raise over £100,000 for Breast Cancer Care, the UK's leading provider of breast cancer information and support. Friends for over ten years, Rachel and Lin have wanted to do something for charity for several years. Since both women have seen family members affected by breast cancer in the past, Breast Cancer Care was a natural choice. Lin and Rachel will be rowing a Woodvale Pairs boat, designed specifically for the race and measuring just 7 metres (23.4 feet) long and 1.9 metres (6.3 feet) wide. They will need to pack their entire supply of food for the journey, use a de-salination machine to turn sea water into drinking water and use the boat's solar panels to power any electrical equipment they take on board with them. A very small cabin provides shelter for sleeping, although the women plan to run a 'two hours on, two hours off' system to maximise rowing time. Breast Cancer Care has been working for over thirty years listening and talking to people about breast cancer. They provide accurate, easy to understand information, as well as practical and emotional support. They are the only charity working across the UK to provide these services. Every year they are contacted almost two million times for support and information through their services including their helpline, website and publications. All their services are free. 41,000 women and 300 men are diagnosed with breast cancer each year in the UK. Every thirteen minutes someone receives the devastating news that they have breast cancer. With their challenge, Lin and Rachel are raising money to help ensure that these women and men receive support and information when they need it most. The charity is supporting Lin and Rachel's campaign with a two year PR campaign supported by various charity events. Here are just a few examples of how sponsorship donations can help: £15.00 enables Breast Cancer Care to send out breast cancer factsheets and booklets to thirty people in urgent need of information. £35.00 ensures Breast Cancer Care can give someone calling their helpline the crucial one-to-one support they need. £65.00 enables Breast Cancer Care to provide support to someone via their online 'Ask the Nurse' service. "Please visit our website regularly as we will update it with more information as the campaign progresses". Contact: Lin Griesel or Rachel Smith. Address: 179 Guildford Road, Lightwater, Surrey GU18 5RB. Tel.: 07980 898016. E-mail: lin@atlanticrowingchallenge.co.uk.
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IMPERIAL COLLEGE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE BOAT CLUB
Contact: Will Denby, Sponsorship, Development and Alumni Officer. Address: 41 Rannoch Road, London W6 9SS. Tel.: 07786 543996. E-mail: william.denby@ic.ac.uk
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INDIAN OCEAN ROW: MIKE NOEL-SMITH
In 2007, Mike Noel-Smith will set off to finish a journey he started in 2003, to become the first ratified Guinness World Record holder for rowing across the Indian Ocean. Back in 2003, after nearly 2,000 miles and fifty days at sea, Mike and his partner Rob had to abandon the row due to injury and damage to their boat. But now they are back! Sponsorship is sought for Mike and his team to complete the final year of preparation. Mike is also able to offer management training, team development activities and coaching programmes for any business. The main benefits promised to sponsors will be multi-level, high profile exposure in national and world press and television, plus a documentary to follow the project. Contact: Mike Noel-Smith. Address: The Pebbles, 16 Fore Street, Budleigh Salterton, Devon EX9 6NG. Tel.: 07971 094604. E-mail: mike@indianoceanrow.com
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MOLESEY BOAT CLUB
Molesey Boat Club boasts a position as one of the most successful rowing clubs in the UK - and is proud of having a broad range of members, from international medallists in all age groups to beginners, juniors, veterans and the disabled. The club is an ARA-designated centre of excellence for heavyweight men. It competes in all major national competitions and several international events each year. The club is looking for sponsors for the coming season to help it maintain a competitive fleet of boats, and enable its athletes to meet their true potential. Contact: Tom Bray, Deputy Captain. Address: Molesey Boat Club, Barge Walk, East Molesey, Surrey KT8 9AJ. Tel.: 01932 429079. Fax: 020 8549 7275. E-mail: post@tom-bray.co.uk.
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Current opportunities
Club sponsor: £35,000. Have your company name and logo on all racing boats/oars, company name/logo on racing kit. Includes hire of boathouse for corporate functions (Once at no cost, repeat hire at members rates). Maximum exposure of the sponsor at televised events, eg National Indoor Rowing Championships, by members of the national team. Be involved in the naming of any boats purchased. Regional press coverage. National rowing press coverage.
Boat sponsor: £10,000-£15,000. Company name/logo (or anything else of your choice) can be incorporated into the boat's name. Includes hire of boathouse for corporate functions (Once at no cost, repeat hire at members rates). Regional press coverage. National rowing press coverage.
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BEN HARRIS - GB YACHTS & POWERBOATING
Ben Harris is looking for £4,900.00 to enter and train for the UK Half Ironman 2008 and the full Ironman in 2009. The money will be spent on events entered leading up to the Ironman, equipment, sports treatment and (sponsors') branded clothing. The UK half Ironman consists of a 1.2 mile swim, 56 mile biking and a 13.1 mile run. The full Ironman is double the distances. In return, Ben can offer three days' yacht charter on a luxury 46ft yacht and one day to charity. Ben has many contacts in the press and guarantees to deliver PR in the Dorset Echo. Channel Four will present the events. Ben is also happy to assist in PR work for sponsors. "I shall look forward to working with you" - Ben. Contact: Ben Harris. Address: 34b North Street, Charminster, Dorchester, Dorset DT2 9QZ. Tel.: 07738 635088. E-mail: ben@gbyachts.com
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BRITISH BLIND SAILING RACING ASSOCIATION
Blind Sailing is a charity set up to enable all visually impaired sailors to get out on the water. The charity tries to cater for all - from the young to the old, from the beginner to the experienced racer. It also provides advice to those who have recently lost their sight or to clubs with visually impaired sailors looking to join. The charity also supports the British Blind Sailing Team, helping to fund their attendance at events and to hold their own events. To date the team has had great success, becoming World Champions twice. Later this year, in Rhode Island, USA, the British Blind Sailing Team are looking to defend the World Champion title they achieved in Italy. However, they need the help of sponsors to be able to send the three teams of different sight categories, two sighted and two visually impaired on each team, to the USA. Currently the team are funding their own training and also work hard to raise the money for the events in which they compete. Through hard training they have developed strong communication and show tremendous commitment to their sailing. The team will be delighted to take part in photo opportunities with sponsors and will happily wear a uniform bearing the sponsor's logo. They will promote the sponsor's company as best they can whilst competing in the World Championships during 2006. Hopefully this brief information has given potentail sponsors an insight into what the team hopes to achieve. More information is available via the contact shown or from the charity's website. "If you can see some way how your company may assist us with the funding we need to be able to send a competitive team to the next World Championships this would be greatly appreciated". Contact: Lucy Hodges. Address: 92 Lesney Gardens, Rochford, Essex SS4 1TZ. Tel.: 07736 306046. E-mail: stephen.griffiths@coutts.com
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GIRLGUIDING CHESHIRE BORDER DINGHY SAILING CLUB
Girlguiding Cheshire Border Dinghy Sailing Club is looking for sponsorship or sports match funding to help them to buy three or four RS Feva dinghies in order to develop sailing skills with Guides. They offer taster days and sail training opportunities to Guides, Brownies and their Leaders from all over Cheshire, and have a full and active programme of events using an ancient fleet of high maintenance wooden dinghies. This is a part of an ongoing programme of sailing development for Guides and Scouts in Cheshire. It has a potential of 500 to 1,000 users throughout a normal season, rising to 2,000 when supporting Cheshire Scouts International Jamboree (every four years). In order to achieve their first goal they need to raise at least another £10,000. Any sponsors who donate £1,000 plus will be able to display their logo on one of the sailing dinghies. Contact: Libby Mooney, County Boating Adviser. Address: 16 Tatton Street, Knusford, Cheshire WA16 6AF. E-mail: libby.mooney@ntlworld.com.
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JOHN ALLEN: CLIPPER 07-08 YACHT RACE: DEVON AIR AMBULANCE
At the end of this year, John Allen intends to undertake the challenge of a lifetime. During December, he will be part of the crew that sails across the 'Southern Ocean' in the third leg of the Clipper 07-08 Round The World Yacht Race - Durban, South Africa to Fremantle, Australia. "Who am I? For the past ten years I have managed the home farm of the Maristow Estate, a mixed dairy and arable farm on the south west edge of Dartmoor. I am married with three children, who along with my employers fully support my desire for this challenge. Until recently I had no sailing knowledge but having completed the initial training for the race I have embarked on a steep learning curve". Challenges such as this do have their costs, of course, including training, insurance, equipment and travel - and so many of the participants seek sponsorship to cover some of the costs. "There are many way in which I can offer a return on sponsorship", says John, "writing articles, for instance, or delivering presentations on my experiences. These could be related to my sailing challenge or to the farming industry. I will be donating 50% of all sponsorship received to the Devon Air Ambulance Trust. The Trust is a worthy cause, providing fast and appropriate emergency treatment to casualties, often in remote, inaccessible or congested areas". Contact: John Allen. Address: Middle Park House, Common Lane, Roborough, Plymouth, Devon PL6 7BN. Tels.: 01752 732815/07831 732450. E-mail: john.allen@maristow.com.
link to Clipper 07-08 website
link to Devon Air Ambulance Trust website
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"LIVE YOUR DREAM" - MARK TAYLOR
In 2008, Mark Taylor will set off alone around the world in The Vendee Globe Challenge. Sponsorship is sought for Mark to complete the final six years of an eight year campaign in ocean yacht racing. He has already completed the first two years having funded it himself. His project management team are now looking for help to be able to compete against the top international ocean racers. Mark is also able to offer management training, team building activities and corporate sailing events. The main benefit promised to sponsors will be multi-level, high profile exposure in the world press and television, due to the increased interest in international yacht racing. Contact: Peter Ellis, Project Manager. Address: 41 Kittersley Drive, Liverton, Newton Abbot, Devon TQ12 6YX. Tel.: 01626 821069. Fax: 01626 821208. E-mail: pete@pellis11.fsnet.co.uk.
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OCEAN YOUTH TRUST SOUTH
Ocean Youth Trust South is a registered educational charity (no. 1079959) which offers adventure sail training to young people aged 12-25 on board the 72-foot yacht John Laing. The organisation gives young crew members the chance to overcome personal challenges and achieve things they would never have believed themselves capable of doing. They would like to hear from sponsors who are interested in being associated with their work in one of three ways: 1. Major sponsors are sought to help replace John Laing with an exciting modern vessel that should set the standard for sail training yachts for years to come. Naming rights and other sponsorship benefits are available - there is a £1.4 million appeal. 2. Sponsorship is also sought in connection with the vessel's maintenance and refit (there is an annual £60,000 appeal). 3. Bursary funding for deserving and disadvantaged young people who cannot otherwise afford to sail is also sought. Costs are as follows: £325 per person for a five night voyage; £3,900 for a full group of twelve young people. The charity is seeking support currently for groups including siblings of life-limited children in local hospices; for a Portsmouth-based teenage sea shanty group to sail to a festival and perform there; for young carers, homeless teenagers and victims of bullying or abuse; and also for people with physical or learning difficulties. Adult sailing, corporate days, client days and marketing opportunities are also available to sponsors. Contact: Caroline White. Address: Ocean Youth Trust, PO Box 203, Gosport, Hampshire PO12 9AZ. Tel.: 0845 365 6781. E-mail: webmaster1@oytsouth.org.
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PERSONAL EVEREST
Geoff Holt is paralysed from the chest down and confined to a wheelchair. For the past twenty years he has set numerous records in disabled yachting. Personal Everest is the ultimate sailing challenge which will see him sail the 1,600 miles around Great Britain in his specially adapted 15ft trimaran dinghy. He will sail a maximum of eight hours a day and the event will take approximately fifty days to complete. Never before has such an attempt been made and success will see Geoff and his sponsors enter the record books. Geoff's support team will consist of his wife, who will be driving the specially modified, wheelchair accessible motor home. At sea, he will be followed by a RNIB dinghy which will be crewed by two qualified persons - they will deliver food and drink to him and provide immediate safety cover. There will also be a yacht which will act as a "mothership", providing a secure platform for the RNIB crew between shifts and also accommodation at night. The BBC have expressed an interest in following the challenge and discussions are currently underway with a TV production company who aim to make a one hour documentary for a major TV network. A book deal is also being discussed. With fifty ports of arrival and departure, each one will provide extensive PR opportunities to a sponsor. Contact: Geoff Holt. Address: Ty Melyn, St Anne's Lane, Shedfield SO32 2HR. Tel.: 01329 835151. E-mail: info@personaleverest.com.
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SAIL TRAINING INTERNATIONAL
UK-based Sail Training International organises races and events for Tall Ships in many parts of the world, including The Tall Ships' Races for young people every summer in European waters. These events attract large fleets and huge crowds in participating host ports. A range of sponsorship opportunities are available, including Title Sponsor, Presenting or Supporting Sponsor, and sponsorship of trainee bursary packages. Contact: Gwyn Brown, Business Director. Address: Sail Training International, 5 Mumby Road, Gosport, Hants. PO12 1AA. Tel.: 023-9258-6367. Fax: 023-9258-4661. E-mail: gwyn.brown@sailtraininginternational.org
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SALAMIS AFLOAT
Salamis is a 20-foot family classic sports cruising boat, built in 1987. She is white with a blue band around her hull and is the last known boat made by the Cheetah boat building company of Southampton. She is well loved by the family which owns her, who regularly cruise to marinas on the south coast, mainly in the Brighton, Littlehampton and Chichester areas. With a new trailer the owners would be able to trail her to marinas further afield. Keeping a little known classic cruiser afloat is now costing around £2,000 to £3,000 a year in mooring fees and maintenance, which has become a difficult cost for the owners to meet with a young teenage family dependent on their income. So they would like to offer the hull and superstucture of Salamis for advertising banners, in exchange for the cost of her upkeep. Contact: Salamis. E-mail: robbie.lewis@btinternet.com.
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Swimming
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(WALES) AMATEUR SWIMMING ASSOCIATION (WASA)
A range of sponsorship opportunities is available. Contact: Julie Tyler. Address: Roath Park House, Ninian Road, Cardiff CF23 5ER. Tel.: 01222-488820. E-mail: welshasa@technocom.com.
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