May 20, 2014
Dear Friends,
ASHA – Ray of Hope, a non-profit, 501 (c) (3) organization exists to support and counsel
individuals and families affected by domestic violence in the South Asian community including
the countries of India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. Through advocacy, collaboration,
and awareness activities, ASHA helps educate the greater community and connects individuals
and families with the resources they need to achieve self-reliance. ASHA’s volunteers and staff
who are culturally competent, licensed counselors assist clients with a variety of needs, including
but not limited to: residency and immigration issues pertaining to child custody, spousal and
child support, mental health counseling, transportation, language and interpretive services,
connection to resources such as housing, medical care, and providing emergency funds. In
addition to assisting clients, ASHA coordinates several awareness events each year, conducting
educational workshops, screening instructive films and bringing speakers to increase awareness
of domestic violence and the impact of such violence on all people with a focus on the unique
issues within the South Asian and immigrant community.
After having completed our 11th year of service to the community we need funds to meet the
needs of growing number of clients and for the following services:
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Support for a part time Case Worker
Reimburse clients for transportation, food, rent, health care, legal expenses, emergencies
etc.
Support training of volunteers
Continue outreach activities such as speakers engagement at various cultural sites,
schools and mainstream domestic violence organizations, organizing public awareness
programs, etc.
In an effort to achieve our mission we are raising funds by hosting a cultural dance performance
event by students and professionals from over 10 local schools. These local cultural centers are
known for their training of next generation of performers in classical and contemporary dances
unique to the South Asian region. This cultural performance will be staged at Jeanne B. McCoy
Community Center for the Arts on June 13, 2014. As a sponsor you will have the opportunity
to share information about your organization and show support in addressing the domestic
violence issues in our communities.
We are seeking for the sponsorship at the following levels:
GRAND ($10,000 & up): Donors will be highlighted in all signage at the event; full back
page color coverage in the event brochure distributed to all attendees; public
acknowledgement during event, 12 complimentary premium seats and invitation to reception
during the event
1505 Bethel Road, Suite 103, Columbus, OH 43220. Phone 614-326-2121
E-mail: asharayofhope@sbcglobal.net Website: www.asharayofhope.org
PLATINUM ($5,000 & up): Donors will be highlighted in a sign at the event; full color
page coverage in the event brochure distributed to all attendees; 10 complimentary premium
seats and invitation to reception during the event
DIAMOND ($3,000 & up) : Donors will be highlighted in the event brochure, full page
B&W coverage distributed to all attendees; 8 complimentary premium seats and invitation to
reception during the event
GOLD ($1,500 & up): Donors will be highlighted in the event brochure, half page B&W
coverage distributed to all attendees; 6 complimentary premium seats and invitation to
reception during the event
SILVER ($750 & up): Donors will be highlighted in the event brochure, quarter page B&W
coverage distributed to all attendees; 4 complimentary premium seats and invitation to
reception attendance r to event
BRONZE ($350 & up): Donors will be highlighted in the event brochure distributed to all
attendees; 2 complimentary premium seats and reception attendance prior to event
Your sponsorship is tax deductible, we will provide you with the required documentation. Please
contact us at 614-326-2121 if you need additional information.
We look forward to your participation and your support in working towards the reducing
Domestic Violence and creating ‘healthy relationships’ in our community.
Sincerely,
Shantha Balaswamy
President
1505 Bethel Road, Suite 103, Columbus, OH 43220. Phone 614-326-2121
E-mail: asharayofhope@sbcglobal.net Website: www.asharayofhope.org