Horsin’ Around 2009 Fact Sheet
WHY
Hosin' Aroundis an auction hosted by the Board of Trustees to benefit Atlantic Center for the Arts. Through its artists-in-residence program and outreach efforts consisting of art classes, presentations, partnerships and special events, 50,000 people are served yearly.
WHO
Over 550 affluent Central Floridians attend annually, 47% from the Orlando and Winter Park areas, and 41% from Daytona, New Smyrna and Ormond Beaches, collectively spending $210,000 on auction items.
WHAT
The event features 300 items in the live and silent auctions, unlimited gourmet food and fine wines, and a vintage car show. Businesses and patrons support the event by donating highly-prized items to the auctions such as stays in homes and resorts in exotic locations, tickets to sporting and cultural events, valuable artwork, gift certificates, weekend getaways, rounds of golf, and interesting items imported from countries such as India and Mexico.
WHEN
Sunday, April 5, 2009
11 AM to 4 PM
New Smyrna Beach Municipal Airport, U.S. 1 in New Smyrna Beach

AUCTION DONOR BENEFITS
- Donor inclusion in publicity releases and promotional pieces; receive significant press in Orlando Sentinel, Daytona News-Journal, NSB Observer, Island Voice magazine
- Inclusion in Atlantic Center’s newsletter and Annual Review
- Listing on website, www.atlanticcenterforthearts.org
- Acknowledgements by auctioneer and on event signage
- Tax-deductible contribution
SPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES:
Silver Sponsor ($2,500)
- Priority upscale seating for eight
- Select wines on table and service by a professional waiter
- Sponsor inclusion in publicity releases and promotional pieces, and Atlantic Center’s newsletter; listing on website, www.atlanticcenterforthearts.org; full page advertisement in event program; banner at event
- Acknowledgements by auctioneer and on PowerPoint auction presentation
Host Sponsor ($1,000)
- Table for eight, reserved seating
- Inclusion in publicity releases and promotional pieces, and Atlantic Center’s newsletter; listing on website, www.atlanticcenterforthearts.org; an in event program
- Acknowledgements by auctioneer and on PowerPoint auction presentation
TICKETS
- $100 admits one to auction (70% tax-deductible) - Includes gourmet food and drink
- Check this website periodically for an updated list of auction items!
INFORMATION
Nancy Lowden Norman, Director of Advancement
P: 386.427.6975 F: 386.427.5669 E: nlowden@atlanticcenterforthearts.org |