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ING NYC Marathon Posts Big Numbers -- Toronto Hit by Marathon Wars
Good news out of New York: Charity programs associated with the ING New York City Marathon raised a record $34 million+ for the 210 official charities and 180 unofficial charities tracked by the New York Road Runners.
With the economy in such lousy shape, it's amazing to see such numbers posted. Lets hope that politics and competing event organizers don't get in the way.
It could happen. The Toronto Star reports that "marathon wars" have broken out in that city over dates on which to hold major road races.
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"Banding Together for a Cause" author Rachel Armbruster to lead our
December Masters Series Teleconference  December 6, 1:30 to 2:30pm EST The former director of development at the Lance Armstrong Foundation, Rachel Armbruster played a key role in the creation of the LIVESTRONG wrist brand campaign, a program that transformed that organization. The author of the recently published "Banding Together for a Cause," Rachel will share insights gained from that experience that can help other nonprofits enhance their overall performance and event programs. Click here for all the details.
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The A to Z of Event Sponsorship Sales
A Three-Session Teleconference Training led by Maureen Carlson  January 17, 24 & 31 1:30 to 2:30pm EST Make funders run to support your event. Are you finding it challenging to attract more sponsorship dollars to your run, walk or ride? If so, join us in the three-part tutorial The A to Z of Thon Fundraising Event Sponsorship for the tools and insights you need to reach the next level. Click here for all the details. Speaker Profile: Good Scout Group EVP Maureen Carlson earned her sponsorship sales stripes leading the corporate alliances team at City of Hope. She's now a sought-after consultant focused on cause marketing and sponsor development. |
