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Greg explains that he and his wife initially contacted the shelter about providing Christmas gifts to families staying there. The shelter’s faith-based mission resonated with them, prompting Greg to sign on first as a volunteer and then as a board member. He is now beginning his second year as Board Chairman. As head of the Colts’ premium seating and ticket sales, Greg has been able to bring the mission of Sheltering Wings to the attention of many new supporters. He is quick to give credit for his ability to be as involved as he is to Colts owner, Jim Irsay, saying “Mr. Irsay leads by example and does a great job himself. He challenges us all to get involved in the community. I feel that when I’m representing the shelter, I’m also representing the Colts.” About the many other companies and individuals Greg has introduced to the shelter, he says, “These are good people who are looking for ways to reach out to the community. It’s really just a matter of making them aware of the shelter and its mission.” Like Greg, many donors are attracted to the faith-based component of Sheltering Wings. As Greg says, “They may have heard of the shelter before, but didn’t realize that we have things like a pastor on staff and voluntary bible study for shelter residents. It’s something that is here for the women who want to work toward healing spiritually as well as physically.” Greg’s experiences in working with the shelter have made a strong impression on him personally. He says, “You can see God working here. When we have a need for something, it shows up…within hours. I just don’t know where else I could go and see that kind of impact.” When speaking about his involvement with the shelter from a father’s point of view, Greg says simply, “I hope I’m setting a good example for my kids.” With two daughters just entering the teen years, he’s especially troubled by the percentage of teens involved in dating violence. “I had no idea it was so prevalent,” he says. “I want to make my daughters aware of this problem and how harmful it is to our society.” Greg has also been taken aback by the sheer number of calls for help coming into the shelter. “We had 1,415 crisis calls this past year. That translates to more than four calls a day,” he expresses with surprise. “We’re expanding right now in our effort to help support the women and children who come to us for assistance…to help them realize that what they’re experiencing is not the norm, and that it is possible to be in a loving relationship.” Ultimately, Greg says that he wants to help the shelter end the cycle of domestic violence, and as he says, “We are being very proactive in talking with schools about educating teens on this topic. On stopping the cycle before it gets started.” He adds, “I hope that people understand the impact that this place has on the community, and I hope that they’ll continue to support the shelter, both financially and with their time.” After all, he says, “We are here first to help heal the women who come to us for help. But if we can stop it before it ever starts, we’re going to make this a much better community.” If you know of someone or are that someone who needs help please call 317-745-1496 or send a confidential email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Download a copy of this newsletter to learn more. |
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Courtyard Brick Paver
Leave a lasting mark with this commemorative 4" x 8" brick in the courtyard of Sheltering Wings. You may include an optional 2-line message (limit of 19 characters* per line) by entering your message below.
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| Cost: $100 |
Courtyard Brick Paver
Leave a lasting mark with this commemorative 8" x 8" brick in the courtyard of Sheltering Wings. You may include an optional 4-line message (limit of 19 characters* per line) by entering your message below.
Simply click "DONATE" when you are ready to submit your order and finalize payment through Google Checkout.
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| Cost: $250 |
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Patron Sponsor ($1,000)
• Company name included in evening’s program
• Company name listed on signage at event
• 1 complimentary table for 8
• Private reception invitation with auction preview for 8 people
• Engraved paver with company name to be placed in new courtyard of shelter expansion
Program Sponsor ($2,000)
• Company name included on back cover of the evening’s program
• Company name listed on signage at event
• Verbal recognition at event in front of 700+ participants
• 1 complimentary table for 8
• Private reception invitation with auction preview for 8 people
• 4” engraved crystal presented at the dinner for you to proudly display at your company
• Engraved paver with company name to be placed in new courtyard of shelter expansion
• Invitation to give a presentation about your company at a Brownsburg Sertoma Club meeting
Centerpiece Sponsor ($3,000)
• Company name included in evening’s program
• Company name listed on signage at event
• Verbal recognition at event in front of 700+ participants
• 1 complimentary table for 8
• Private reception invitation with auction preview for 8 people
• 4” engraved crystal presented at the dinner for you to proudly display at your company
• Engraved paver with company name to be placed in new courtyard of shelter expansion
• Company name and logo displayed with each centerpiece
• Invitation to give a presentation about your company at a Brownsburg Sertoma Club meeting
Presenting Sponsor ($5,000)
• Company name and logo printed on half page of evening’s program
• Company name on signage near stage
• Verbal recognition at event in front of 700+ participants
• Company name on website 2nd quarter of 2011
• 1 complimentary table for 8
• Private reception invitation with auction preview for 8 people
• 8” engraved crystal presented at the dinner for you to proudly display at your company
• Engraved paver with company name to be placed in new courtyard of shelter expansion
• Special invitation for 8 people to receive a private tour of our shelter to meet women and children
• Invitation to speak to Sheltering Wings’ Board of Directors
• Invitation to give a presentation about your company at a Brownsburg Sertoma Club meeting
Title Sponsor ($10,000)
• Company name and logo on full page of evening’s program
• Company name and logo showcased at main stage
• Invitation to address audience night of dinner dance
• Verbal recognition at event in front of 700+ participants
• Logo/link on website 2nd and 3rd quarters of 2011
• 2 complimentary tables for 8
• Private reception invitation with auction preview for 16 people
• 10” engraved crystal presented at the dinner for you to proudly display at your company
• Engraved paver with company name to be placed in new courtyard of shelter expansion
• Company name included in all media coverage, including press releases related to event
• Special invitation for 16 people to receive a private tour of our shelter, where you will meet women and children who are recipients of our services and staff who provide services
• Invitation to speak at Sheltering Wings’ (invite only) annual meeting and to the Board of Directors
• Invitation to give a presentation about your company at a Brownsburg Sertoma Club meeting
• Company name and logo included in Sheltering Wings’ Spring 2011 newsletter reaching 12,000 readers
Private Reception Sponsor ($4,000) – Exclusive
• Company name and logo included in evening’s program
• Company name and logo placed at entryway to the reception
• Verbal recognition at event in front of 700+ participants
• 1 complimentary table for 8
• Private reception invitation with auction preview for 8 people
• 6” engraved crystal presented at the dinner for you to proudly display at your company
• Engraved paver with company name to be placed in new courtyard of shelter expansion
• Invitation to address participants of private reception
• Cocktail napkins with company logo at reception
• Special invitation for 8 people to receive a private tour of our shelter
• Invitation to give a presentation about your company at a Brownsburg Sertoma Club meeting
Premier Sponsor ($7,500) - Exclusive
• Each guest to receive a complimentary item containing company logo (item to be determined and coordinated with sponsor)
• Company name and logo printed on half page of evening’s program
• Company name on signage near stage
• Verbal recognition at event in front of 700+ participants
• Company name on website 2nd quarter of 2011
• 1 complimentary table for 8
• Private reception invitation with auction preview for 8 people
• 8” engraved crystal presented at the dinner for you to proudly display at your company
• Engraved paver with company name to be placed in new courtyard of shelter expansion
• Special invitation for 8 people to receive a private tour of our shelter to meet women and children
• Invitation to speak to Sheltering Wings’ Board of Directors
• Invitation to give a presentation about your company at a Brownsburg Sertoma Club meeting
