Provincetown Schooner Regatta

You will never know the world aright,
till the sea itself floweth in your veins
and you are clothed with the heavens,
and crowned with the stars.
-- Camoes, Portuguese poet

In Memory of its Founder, Capt. John Bennett
Photo Deirdre Tasha

THE GREAT PROVINCETOWN SCHOONER REGATTA & YACHT RACE SEPTEMBER 3-6, 2008

e-mail: schoonerrace@yahoo.com ~ (310) 617-8554

Become a Sponsor

Dear Sponsor,

We hope you will consider the benefits of contributing to the 7th Annual Great Provincetown Schooner Regatta & Yacht Race (GPSR) held every September to celebrate our rich heritage.

GPSR is recognized as a premier historical, educational and competitive event that appeals to a wide array of locals and tourists alike. The races include both historical schooners and modern sailing vessels in several classes. Last year, commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Lipton Cup in which Provincetown‚s Rose Dorothea triumphed, we had the largest turnout in the regatta‚s history.

In 2008 we are expanding to a weeklong event that will be kicked off with a schooner challenge across Massachusetts Bay just as they did in 1907 for the famous Lipton Cup. The Captains of the American Schooner Association from New England and beyond want to bring back the Lipton Cup Race for the honor and pride of their home ports.

The challenge is on! The schooner Hindu will represent Provincetown against several vessels from Boston, Gloucester and Martha‚s Vineyard, in a race from Gloucester to Provincetown, Massachusetts on September 3, 2008.

This will be followed by our traditional Great Provincetown Schooner Regatta & Yacht Race event in Provincetown Harbor. A new opportunity is at hand to capture the attention of cities across the region to see who will bring home the Cup and the Glory.

The additional race provides new opportunities for our sponsors to capitalize on the expanded press and audience. We have provided a detailed sponsorship benefits package for your consideration.

Schooners no longer operate as fishing vessels that contributed to the cultural and financial legacy of so many New England ports. Today they are part of a booming tourism and sailing school industry. Whether restorations or replicas, these majestic schooners sail into our modern consciousness, captivating our imagination and reminding us of our unique place in American history.

My personal involvement in the schooner regatta has helped me realize the broad appeal our event has for both spectators on-board during the race and those who view from the many vantage points around the harbor. To witness what Provincetown Harbor once looked like is a rare treat to the eyes for locals and visitors alike who offer heart-felt thanks for those who make the event possible.

Our sponsors build a lasting brand loyalty knowing their contribution is money well spent. The Lipton Cup is considered the single most important event and source of pride in the history of Provincetown. Now, your company can be recognized as part of that local pride by supporting this important historical and competitive event.

Sponsor Benefits

Regatta Week Overview September 3 - 6, 2008

The 7th annual Great Provincetown Schooner Regatta & Yacht Race (GPSR) week is recognized as one of the premiere historical sailing event not only on Cape Cod, Massachusetts but state wide and regionally as well. The Figawi Race Weekend kicks off the Cape Cod and Nantucket summer season just as The Great Provincetown Schooner Regatta & Yacht Race Week celebrates the official close to the summer season. Entries attract sailors and historic schooners from several states. A variety of 60+ boats and over 3000 sailors and visitors, as well as locals, attend this event.

Regatta Demographics

· Median Age: 45-50 years

· Ages 25-55: 70%

· College Degree: 65%

· $100,000+ Income: 68%

· Net Worth $1+ Million 60%

· Owns Home 85%

· Average Boat Size 40‚

Become a Sponsor: Corporate Sponsorship Benefits

We are happy to discuss how we can tailor our sponsorship opportunities to meet your corporate and marketing needs. GPSR offers a number of options for sponsors to participate in the mission of the organization and its various events.

Gold Level Sponsor $5000

· Your logo and link on the home page of the Official GPSR web-site

· Full page four color ad in the Official Race Program Book (5000 distributed).

· Your banner prominently displayed at all events.

· Your logo prominently displayed on all posters and print ads.

· All access VIP bracelets for 2 to all events. Including a VIP Sail on the Schooner Alabama.

· Accommodation (1 room for two) at a sponsoring hotel.

· Your collateral distributed in skippers bags.

Silver Level Sponsor $1000

· Your logo and link in the sponsor section of the official GPSR web-site home page.

· Half page four color ad in the Official Race Program Book(5000 distributed)

· Your logo prominently displayed at the foot of all posters and print ads.

· Two tickets for the Crew Party.

· Two tickets for the VIP Sail on the Schooner Alabama.

· Supporting sponsor poster to display at your business location.

· Your banner prominently displayed at all events.

· Your collateral distributed in skippers bags.

Bronze Level Sponsor $250

· Your name and logo listed on a link page of additional supporting sponsors of the official GPSR web-site.

· Quarter page four color ad in the Official Race Program Book (5000 Dist).

· Two tickets for the Crew Party.

· Your collateral distributed in skippers bags.

· Supporting sponsor poster to display at your business location. If sponsoring a specific event, your banner prominently displayed at the event.

Thank you for your time and consideration, should you have any questions or concerns please don't hesitate in contacting me.

Sincerely,
Kenneth DiGregorio
Co-Chair
Phone 310-617-8554
schoonerrace@yahoo.com

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