T.H.E.

Center for Disordered Eating

OF WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA

2014 Annual Campaign

Catalyst for disordered eating awareness, education, support, and advocacy in Western North Carolina.

Sponsorship levels available for any size company or organization!

THE Center for Disordered Eating 297 Haywood Street Asheville, NC 28801

828.337.685 www.THECenterNC.org 501(c)(3); Tax ID #: 02-0739589

Public Awareness
Educate the public to understand, prevent, and reduce stigma of disordered eating.

Advocacy
Advocate for access to care, appropriate attention to prevention, and adequate resources for treatment.

T.H.E. Center for Disordered Eating

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Professional Education
Enhance the proficiency of healthcare professionals in the diagnosis and treatment of eating disorders through education, trainings, and community outreach.

Community Education and Support

Empower individuals and families who are at risk or affected by disordered eating to understand, find support, and resources to manage their health needs and find effective treatment.

Linking hope.
Treatment, Healing, and Education (THE) Center for Disordered Eatingis a tremendous resource and asset insupporting my patients along their journey to recovery. Eating disorders often leave patients feeling very isolated and vulnerable. It is difcult to take the necessary steps toward recovery. THE Center for Disordered Eating is a unique local resource that makes those steps less isolating and scary. My patients have found comfort and strength in the weekly support groups led by local professionals with expertise in eating disorders. THE Center also provides resources and information for my patients to help them nd the help that they need to battle their eating disorders. I am also impressed with the work THE Center does in community education and outreach which is so vital in prevention of eating disorders. We are lucky to have such an organization in this community. -Dr. Emily Diznoff, Asheville Family Medicine

Dear Future Sponsor, We are excited to present to you the Treatment, Healing, and Education (THE) Center for Disordered Eating 2014 Annual Campaign! Your company is invited to participate in a wonderful marketing and philanthropic opportunity to sponsor a year of support groups, events, library, and community education and outreach for THE Center for Disordered Eating of Western North Carolina (WNC). THE Center for Disordered Eating is dedicated to the prevention and treatment of disordered eating through education, support, prevention, and advocacy in WNC. We aim to be the knowledge hub on eating disorders and a proactive agent of change to ensure that all those at risk or affected by eating disorders receive the treatment and support they need. Week in and week out, THE Center for Disordered Eatings support group has been the one constant in my recovery. It has provided encouragement, support and friendship. Without it, I wouldnt be where I am today. -JL

PICTURES in 4 Quadrant
As the THE Center for Disordered Eating continues to grow,

By sponsoring THE Center for Disordered Eating you will be supporting the only 501(c)(3) in the state of North Carolina that serves people and families affected by disordered eating. Since our mission is unique in the state, our programs are vital to the people we serve. Your involvement provides lifesaving services that foster community around a potentially lifethreatening illness seldom talked about or understood affecting more than 30 million Americans. THE Centers Helpline connects people to help and treatment in WNC. The annual Healthy Eating and Living (HEAL) Conference and Voices of Hope event brings together the public and experts in the eld to provide a consortium for learning and application in schools, medical and behavioral healthcare communities, and the general public. The school prevention program, Healthy Bodies, offers school and health educators a comprehensive curriculum addressing body image, eating, tness, and weight concerns in today's challenging environment for boys and girls. This curriculum is culturally relevant, gender-neutral, involves family participation, and meets the diversied needs of our community. Our lending library and support groups serve to connect, inform, and support individuals and families who are affected by disordered eating. And National Eating Disorders Awareness Week (NEDAW) educates our region on signs and symptoms for early detection and intervention.

You can help...

Individuals and families access support services regardless of ability to pay Reduce stigma and increase awareness of eating disorders amongst the public Promote eating disorders detection, diagnosis, and treatment Empower youth to be comfortable in their bodies in today's challenging environment Its Time to Talk About It! 5-Part Educational Series at Malaprops Bookstore/Cafe in Downtown Asheville Bring hope that recovery is possible and help is available

THE Center's support groups and HEAL Conference were instrumental in getting me into the treatment that saved my life. I look forward to working with them in years to come to spread a message of education, advocacy, and hope! -MB

As THE Center for Disordered Eating continues to grow, so do the opportunities and advantages for the THE Center for Disordered Eating sponsors! In addition to being acknowledged on the THE Center for Disordered Eating website, you can receive recognition in various mediums the organization provides, including printed materials, exhibitor booths, admission tickets, and recognition as a partner in the monthly newsletters. You have the opportunity to have an exhibition table at the HEAL Conference, Voices of Hope, and NEDAW. You can further increase your companys visibility and gain additional benets depending on the specic level of sponsorship. The higher your level of sponsorship, the higher your visibility and outreach to the hundreds of participants who take part in THE Center for Disordered Eatings mission and programs each year!

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Director (thecenternc@gmail.com) at THE Center for Disordered Eating. Thank you in advance for your consideration in championing hope and access to resources for disordered eating in WNC! Sincerely, Heather Wingert, LCSW Director THE Center for Disordered Eating

Among the many valuable programs offered by THE Center for Disordered Eating, one particularly memorable collaboration with UNC Asheville drew students, educators, and community members to our campus to learn more about this critically important topic. It was my honor to host this vital discussion for our community. - Anne Ponder, Chancellor, University of North Carolina at Asheville

School Prevention Program

HEAL Conference 2013

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Did You Know?

THE Center for Disordered Eating Offers...

Free therapist and dietitian-led weekly adult support groups for women and men and monthly family support groups for friends and families affected by disordered eating Free therapist led teen support group starting in Fall 2013 Referral Helpline A school prevention program for elementary and middle school students Educational programs, including: Voices of Hope, National Eating Disorders Awareness Week (NEDAW) programs, and an annual 2-day Healthy Eating and Living (HEAL) conference Online and print directory of professionals treating disordered eating in WNC Only lending library with over 130 books specic to disordered eating in WNC Speakers' bureau for presentations and community outreach Professional Opportunities: membership, eating disorders peer supervision groups, and partnership programs

In the United States, 20 million women and 10 million men suffer from a clinically signicant eating disorder at some time in their life, including Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating Disorder, and Eating Disorder Not Otherwise Specied (EDNOS). The number of people who struggle with an eating disorder have been increasing signicantly since 1950. Eating disorders dont discriminate. They affect non-Hispanic whites, Hispanics, AfricanAmericans, and Asians at similar rates. Most people with an eating disorder also struggle with one or more other psychiatric disorders which can complicate treatment and make recovery more difcult. Dieting & body dissatisfaction are among the greatest risk factors for the development of an eating disorder. Eating disorders affect over 30 million people but only receive $28 million in government funding for research. In contrast, Alzheimers affects 5.1 million people and receives $450 million. The treatment cost of an eating disorder in the United States ranges from $500 to $2,000 a day. 35-57% of adolescent girls engage in crash dieting, fasting, self-induced vomiting, diet pills, or laxatives. One-third of teenage boys use unhealthy weight control behaviors such as skipping meals, fasting, smoking cigarettes, vomiting, and taking laxatives.

As a spouse of someone struggling with an eating disorder,

it is hard to nd another spouse or parent that can relate to my experiences. T.H.E. Center for Disordered Eating provides an opportunity each month for me to connect with others who are "walking in my shoes", which is a great help for family members dealing with the stresses an eating disorder brings. Without T.H.E. Center, I would not have this valuable experience. -CL

T.H.E. Center for Disordered Eating

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2014 Sponsorship Levels and Benets

AMBASSADOR OF HOPE: $10,000

Name and logo on all marketing materials for the HEAL Conference, Voices of Hope, and National
Eating Disorders Awareness Week events. Stage recognition at each event Company logo included on all THE Center printed materials & website Company logo on THE Centers website footer of every page Organization listed rst on THE Centers Treatment Providers Page Display of your company banner at events Primary Sponsor of THE Centers Professional Networking Event Primary Sponsor of Voices of Hope event Inclusion in all media releases Opportunity to host workshop for families, parents, clients during NEDAW Sponsor table at HEAL, Voices of Hope and NEDAW events Opportunity to distribute literature to attendees Dinner hosted on your behalf to showcase your organization to THE Center Professionals 5 complimentary registrations for HEAL Conference Logo and recognition as a partner on each of THE Centers monthly e-newsletters One year corporate membership

ADVOCATE OF WELLNESS: $7,500

Name and logo on all marketing materials for the HEAL Conference and National Eating Disorders
Awareness Week. Company logo included on all THE Center printed materials & website Company logo on THE Centers website footer of every page Opportunity to host workshop for families, parents, clients during NEDAW Sponsor table at HEAL, Voices of Hope and NEDAW events Opportunity to distribute literature to attendees 4 complimentary registrations for HEAL Conference Opportunity to provide a speaker for a Professional Member workshop Logo and recognition as a partner on each of THE Centers monthly e-newsletters One year corporate membership

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CHAMPION FOR CHANGE: $5,000

Name and logo on all marketing materials for the HEAL Conference Company logo included on all THE Center printed materials & website Company logo and link on THE Centers website footer of every page Sponsor table at HEAL, Voices of Hope and NEDAW events Opportunity to distribute literature to attendees 3 complimentary registrations for HEAL Conference Opportunity to provide a speaker for a Professional Member workshop Logo and recognition as a partner on each of THE Centers monthly e-newsletters One year corporate membership

PARTNER IN AWARENESS: $3,000

Company logo included on all THE Center printed materials & website Company link on THE Centers website Sponsor table at HEAL, Voices of Hope and NEDAW events Opportunity to distribute literature to attendees 2 complimentary registrations for HEAL Conference Logo and recognition as a partner on each of THE Centers monthly e-newsletters One year corporate membership

FRIEND OF COURAGE: $1,000

Sponsor table at HEAL and Voices of Hope events Opportunity to distribute literature to attendees 1 complimentary registration ticket to HEAL Conference One year corporate membership

Commitment Deadlines to Receive Full Sponsorship Benefits Printed Promotional Materials: November 30, 2013

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THE Center for Disordered Eating Sponsorship Form

Please check the box of your selected sponsorship level. ____ Ambassador of Hope ____ Advocate of Wellness ____ Champion for Change ____ Partner in Awareness ____ Friend of Courage $10,000 $7,500 $5,000 $3,000 $1,000

Organization/Business Name (as it will appear in all acknowledgements): __________________________________________________________________________________________ Address: __________________________________________________________________________________ City: ______________________________________________ State: ___________ Zip: __________________ Telephone: _______________________________________Fax:______________________________________ Web Address: ______________________________________________________________________________ Contact Person: ______________________________________ Title: _________________________________ Contact Email: ____________________________________Phone (if different from above):_______________ Payment Information _____ Enclosed is my check for $___________________made payable to: T.H.E. Center for Disordered Eating _____ I will make an online payment using PayPal for $______________. Sponsor must meet print deadlines to receive certain benets. THE Center for Disordered Eating is a 501(c)(3) not-for-prot organization - Federal Tax ID#02-0739589. Your donation is tax deductible to the extent permitted by the law. Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license are available from the Charitable Solicitation Licensing Section at 888.830.4989. The license is not an endorsement by the State. Email/scan or mail this form and your donation to: T.H.E. Center for Disordered Eating, 297 Haywood Street Asheville, North Carolina 28801

Authorized Signature - Sponsoring Institution Signature: _______________________________________________________Date: _____________________

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In-Kind Contribution Form Donated Item(s) Name & Description: __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ Fair Market Value Each: $_______________ # Contributed:____________ Total Value: $_______ Donor Name (and Business if relevant): ________________________________________________________ Address: __________________________________________________________________________________ City: ______________________________________ State: _________________ Zip: ____________________ Contact Person (if different): __________________________________________________________________ Phone Number: ____________________________________________________________________________ Email Address: _____________________________________________________________________________ THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTRIBUTION!
*THE Center for Disordered Eating is a 501(c)(3) not-for-prot organization Federal Tax ID#: 02-0739589. THE Center for Disordered Eating mobilizes support and resources for individuals and families affected by disordered eating and related body issues. Your donation is tax deductible to the extent permitted by the law. Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license are available from the Charitable Solicitation Licensing Section at 888.830.4989. The license is not an endorsement by the State.