NATIONAL GUARD ASSOCIATION OF MINNESOTA

3530 EAST MEDICINE LAKE BOULEVARD

PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55441

PHONE# 763-545-1391 FAX # 763-543-8034

January 22, 2010

Dear Prospective Sponsor,

     The National Guard Association of Minnesota (NGAMN) is proud to be a non-profit association that works for the betterment of National Guard Soldiers and Airmen with the community-based Minnesota National Guard. The Minnesota National Guard is part of a strong American tradition serving with valor and distinction in every conflict in our country's history since 1856.  Made up of over 1500 active and retired National Guard Officers state-wide, our purpose is to promote the security of the United States of America and the State of Minnesota through support for our soldiers and their families. The Association's primary goals are to petition for obtaining better equipment, standardizing training and more combat ready forces, benefits and future mission issues for our men & women in the MN  Army and Air National Guard. These missions have become ever more critical with the continue mobilization and deployment of our Soldiers and Airmen in support of the Global War on Terror. We deliver these priorities to the National Guard Association of the United States (NGAUS), our Governor and members of our congressional delegation.

    With the help of our Corporate Sponsors, together as a team, we have been very instrumental over the last several years in securing additional, much needed resources with which to accomplish our missions more effectively. We also are able to provide better quality of life benefits for our members within the Guard  it becomes possible for us to educate our membership on current issues and legislation in Congress.

      Once again, this year the Association is focusing its efforts on further development of MN National Guard Youth Camp-the future of MN Guard, and MN Military Appreciation Foundation. We have incorporated two scholarships in amount of $500 for our soldiers or immediate family members who qualify.

SPONSORSHIP PURPOSE:

   * Establish or expand relationships with military and other potential users of your company's products and/or services.

   * Marketplace for your company's products and services, both civilian and Military related.   

        > Many officers of the National Guard are business executives throughout Minnesota

Our 105^th State General Conference will be held at the Sofitel Hotel, Bloomington, MN.

 23 – 25 April 2010.  400+ Officers and spouses will attend the Spring Conference.    

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:

      * Full or Partial Sponsorship of the following Conference activities:

              > Hospitality Room at National Guard Association of United States (NGAUS) in    

                  Austin, Texas 20-23 August 2010.

              > The President's Reception at National Guard State Conference in Bloomington on 24 April 2010

 SPONSORSHIP VENUES:              

        * Booths or tables set up during the state conference.

        * Advertising in our Vikang newsletters

        * Published on our web www.ngamn.org

        * Recognized at our Business Meeting on 24 April 2010

        * Colonel level also receives two complimentary dinners at our states dinner on 24 April.

The MN National Guard has been and continues to be a key player in the war on terrorism both at home and abroad. The NGAMN leads the way in addressing vital soldier, airmen, and organization requirements associated with future operations and missions. We thank you in advance for your participation and look forward to having you on the team as a proud supporter of the Minnesota National Guard.

If you are interested in sponsoring the Minnesota National Guard Officer Association, please fill out the form on the following page. We are also excepting items for our silent auction which is held the 24^th of April (Saturday) during our conference.

Sincerely,   

Paul Cummings                                                              Walter Schulz

President NGAMN                                                          Executive Director NGAMN