2013 On the Move Luncheon
Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2013
The Depot Minneapolis
Agenda
10:30 a.m. — Silent auction and networking
Noon — Keynote speaker and live auction
1 p.m. — Auction check-out
PURCHASE YOUR SEAT • $100
This year’s keynote speaker is California native Ronda Giangreco. After being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2008, Ronda made an audacious vow to her family and friends that she would create a big Italian feast every Sunday night for an entire year as a meansto cope with her MS. Over the course of 52 weeks, Ronda learned from the stories of others that the challenges we face help form the core of who we are and give us insight into our own strength. Attend the On the Move Luncheon to hear Ronda’s inspiring story. Thanks to Acorda Therapeutics for sponsoring Ronda’s travel fees.
While many families struggle with the financial demands of sending a child to college, the impact on families affected by multiple sclerosis is particularly severe. The National MS Society provides scholarships to help local students with MS or those who have a parent with MS pursue post-secondary education.
It's not uncommon for some students to defer college acceptance to work and save, for others to resist asking their parents to co-sign student loans and for others to turn down a scholarship for lack of funds to cover all the non-tuition expenses. This is why the National MS Society started an MS scholarship program and this year, the Upper Midwest Chapter awarded scholarships to 72 students.
Want to help plan the luncheon? Join the volunteer committee! They make important decisions about the luncheon, host tables and secure auction items. If you're interested, contact Lindsay at lindsay.anderson@nmss.org or 612-335-7976 for more information.
Table hosting opportunities
Table sponsorship opportunities ($2,000)
Table sponsorship is a great way for companies to recognize employees for their continued good work or recent accomplishment. Anyone may purchase a table in honor of a special individual.
Sponsorship benefits
- One table of 10 with premiere seating
- Private reception with keynote speaker
- Company and honoree name on reserved table signage
- Company and honoree listing in the program
- Ribbon on nametag of honoree
- Increase your company's visibility by donating a live or silent auction item with approval by the auction committee
- Opportunity to invite a scholarship recipient to sit at your table
PURCHASE YOUR SEAT • $100
For more information about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Lindsay at 612-335-7976 or lindsay.anderson@nmss.org.