2010 Tourism Month: Save Bayworld Campaign

02 September 2010

Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism is committed to making a difference in Tourism Month, September 2010, by reviving the Save Bayworld campaign and Friends of Bayworld support group.

Bayworld has hit troubled times, the worst ever. The facility has financial resources to last it until October 2010. So, all those who are serious about the growth and development of Nelson Mandela Bay need to rally together now to help Bayworld survive.

No city that is serious about developing tourism should be without iconic museums. It makes sense for NMBT to assist Bayworld in troubled times. Bayworld has limited public relations and fund-raising capacity, so NMBT has stepped in to try and alleviate the problem, as part of its commitment to creating awareness and developing tourism during Tourism Month.

NMBT, together with the people of Nelson Mandela Bay and even further a-field, would like to raise at least R300 000 during tourism month. This will be used to feed and medically care for the animals at Bayworld and also towards the redevelopment of the history exhibitions of Nelson Mandela Bay, inclusive of Uitenhage, Despatch and Colchester.

Citizens all over the world, get behind their city treasures. Let us in Nelson Mandela Bay be challenged and inspired by that. For 154 years, Bayworld has played an integral part in the cityscape and many of our lives. Its museum has taught our children and it has provided endless entertainment to millions of visitors.

As part of 2010 Tourism Month, Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism will host a “Surf ‘n Turf Day at the Races” (Fairview Racecourse, Greenbushes) on 10 September 2010 to raise funds for the Save Bayworld Campaign. The day will start at 11.30 and continue to about 17.00. Entertainment will be provided in the VIP area and an American Auction will be held to raise additional funds. Guests are encouraged to dress up in the theme of the day and to enjoy horse racing to benefit Bayworld.

We would appeal to you to get involved through one of the following options:

Option one:

Naming rights for one of the races (there will be a total of 8 races for the day) – R 10 000

Naming Rights for the Main Race of the day – R15 000

Return on investment:

· Advertisement of the race in the local as well as the national racecard booklet

· Inclusion on leaflets in Goody Bags on the day

· Advertisement of race on the Teletrack channel on Dstv on the day

· Branding to be displayed at the event on the day

· Acknowledgement of sponsorship in the programme for the day

· On course interview at the end of the race

· Dvd of the raceday

Option two:

Corporate table for 10 guests at R1800.00 per table.

This includes starter, main meal, dessert, cheese & biscuits, afternoon tea table. Cash bar available.

Guests are encouraged to dress up in the theme for the day as there will be prizes for the best dressed guests as well as numerous other prizes and lucky draws.

Return on investment: Distribution of leaflets on your table

Option three:

Prizes for the American Auction held on the day – this could be wine, activities, accommodation, gift hampers etc etc

Return on investment: Acknowledgement of sponsorship during auction

Option four:

Prizes for the Day – these are prizes for lucky draws and best dressed prizes, could be wine, gift hampers, accommodation, etc

Return on investment: Acknowledgement of sponsorship during prizegiving

Option five:

Motor vehicle exhibition space of 10m x 10m at a cost of R1000.00. This will allow for 4-5 vehicles as well as your branding in the designated area.

Alternatively, if you are not able to support any of the above options, please donate directly to Bayworld:

Name: PE Museum

BANK: Standard

Account Number : 08 003 227 3 (Cheque Account)

Branch: 05001700

Pickering Street, Port Elizabeth

Reference Code 1806 plus name eg. 1806 AConradie

Donors should ideally send confirmation of direct deposit, via email or fax indicating full name and contact details.

Email: finance@bayworld.co.za

Fax: 041 5840661

We sincerely hope that you will be able to take part in this worthy fundraising effort and looking forward to hearing from you soonest.

To help, contact Phrosné Phillips at:

Tel: 041 582 2575
E-mail: events@nmbt.co.za.

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