2. At the age of twelve I learned firsthand about Autism
when my brother Dee was diagnosed. While I was a
busy young man in school, playing baseball and
helping my mother (Mama), Dee’s life was taking a
different path. Mama was dedicated to caring,
protecting and advocating for her child with special
needs and did so with consistency and grace.
Mama’s commitment made a lasting impression.
Once I became a professional baseball player, it
became clear to me how many parents were
managing a child with Autism and all of its life alter-
ing effects with far fewer resources than our family.
As participants in my brother’s lifelong journey, my
wife Wyndee and I realized our purpose and began
the dream of assisting families with much needed
services. Services that are a fundamental right for
their special needs child.
As we began our journey, we learned that children
with Autism in communities of color often fall
between the cracks. Studies demonstrate that these
children are often diagnosed later than their
non-minority peers, misdiagnosed at a higher rate
than mainstream counterparts, labeled emotionally
disturbed and are often over medicated. Many are
denied insurance benefits, medical care and
treatment. Because of these challenges, they are
unable to realize and actualize their fundamental
right to an education and a “hereafter”.
The Reggie Sanders Foundation strives to advance
social justice, equality and dignity for all children
with special needs and disabilities. It is our firm
belief that working together we will find all the
pieces of the puzzle.
By working with charities and community groups
that share this mission; we can meet the challenge
of building a community where everyone is offered
the opportunity to reach their full potential. The
Reggie Sanders Foundation believes this is both
our public duty and personal responsibility. Please
join us in this pursuit –
“You have to do, to be!”
“It is our firm belief that working
together, we will find all of the pieces of
the puzzle.”
It all started with a purpose and a dream...
3. AUTISM PREVALENCE RATE
National
The Centers for Disease Control released the latest autism prevalence rates. These statistics are based on 2012 data.
Researchers reviewed both the health and educational data for the last 8 years from 11 states across the nation. Based on their
research, the CDC announced the autism prevalence rate at 1 in 68. This is nearly a 30% increase over the previous rate of 1 in
88 that was based on 2010 data. Boys continue to be affected by autism at much greater rates than girls. For boys, an estimated 1
in 42 has an autism spectrum disorder, while for girls the rate is 1 in 189. The research also showed that almost 50% of those with
autism have average or above-average intelligence.
Part of South Carolina Included in Autism and Developmental
Disabilities Monitoring, 2010
23 counties: Allendale, Bamberg, Barnwell, Beaufort,
Berkeley, Charleston, Chesterfield, Clarendon, Colleton,
Darlington, Dillon, Dorchester, Florence, Georgetown, Hampton,
Horry, Jasper, Lee, Marion, Marlboro, Orangeburg,
Sumter, and Williamsburg
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012
1 in 40
1 in 50
1 in 60
1 in 70
1 in 80
1 in 90
PREVALENCERATE
1 in 88 Autism Prevalence
1 in 68 Autism Prevalence
2012 Statistics
2010 and Prior
FLORENCE
MARION
DILLON
GEORGETOWN
HORRY COUNTY
TOP FIVE UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES
IN SOUTH CAROLINA
4. 50% Services
20% Research
15% DWY Campaign
15% Administrative
20%
15%
15%
50%
WHERE DOES YOUR
MONEY GO?
Service:
50% funds local Health Care
Centers that provide services
specializing in high-quality early
intervention and parent empower-
ment programs for families living
with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Research:
20% funds Research
Centers that aim to provide
a comprehensive network of
support for children and
families living with Autism
Spectrum Disorders.
Administrative Costs:
15% covers Administrative,
Financial, Legal, and all
unexpected expenses the
Foundation incurs each year.
The Dream Within You
Campaign:15% will go to
the Dream Within You
Campaign Fund. This fund
aims to be the financial
means to open a Transitional
Living Center in the Greater
Pee Dee Area.
THE REGGIE SANDERS FOUNDATION TOOL KIT
Service: When children
grow up we provide methods
and measures by which they
can transition into adulthood
seamlessly while connecting
their inherent skill set to
others in need in their
communities.
Survival: The Early
Detection Programs allow
families to properly
diagnose and assess
where their child falls on
the Spectrum and where
to go for help in their area.
Success: Upon detection
intervention programs are
implemented to ensure each
child has access to quality
education, wellness and
exemplary legal support in
Elder Law.
Significance: As part of the
Advantage Games / Dream
Within You Campaign, both
children and adults find
collective value in a safe space
to collaborate with each other
on and off the field with peer
to peer activities.
5. The
"As a parent of a
child with special
needs, it is my
responsibility to
challenge my child"
-Thelma Sanders
THE EVENT THATAIMS
TO ENCOURAGE, INSPIRE
AND SUPPORT
The Advantage Games serve as a symbol for
hope, inspiration, and education for families
affected by Autism. With your help, we can
bring together a community of support for
generations to come.
WE ARE ALL
IN THIS
TOGETHER
APRIL 2ND - 3RD | MYRTLE BEACHAND FLORENCE
6. The Advantage Games is a one-day event designed to give participants with Autism and Autism related
disorders a chance to participate in a variety of life challenges. Without judgement or force, each
participant will move through a variety of stationed activities that have been carefully and considerably
planned by Trained Autism Specialists and other community experts. With the help of peer buddies and
volunteers, this is a day of Encouragement, Empowerment and Personal Achievement! Our goal is to
change not only the way they are viewed and sometimes marginalized, but to provide a safe place for
them to showcase their skills. We don’t just level the playing field - we make new ones. Not to mention
it’s just plain FUN!!!
SURVIVAL
SIGNIFICANCE
SERVICE
SUCCESS
Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon of the
United Nations said, “Together, let us
travel this road toward a more caring and
inclusive world.”
7.
8. April 2nd, 2016 | Sponsorship Opportunities
• Recognition on print and electronic
materials related to the event as well as
T-Shirts presented by:
• Join Reggie Sanders Foundation
representative on stage for open and closing
ceremonies
• Large booth at event to promote your
company
• Name on PSA’s, advertisements, brochures,
and signs at all the RSF Advantage Games
activities leading up to the event
• Sole sponsor of a main area tent (Your
Company)
• Promotion on social media and website
• Logo on event registration page
• Name and Logo printed T-Shirts
• Name and Logo printed on Jerseys
• Advantage Games Game Sponsor
• Ceremonial First Pitch
• 4 players for the Celebrity Softball Game
• Personalized Advantage Games Softball
Jersey for each player
Solving the Puzzle - $50,000
• Large booth at event to promote your
company
• Name on PSA’s, advertisements,
brochures, and signs at all of the RSF
Advantage Games activities leading up
to the event
• Sole sponsor of a main area tent (Your
Company)
• Promotion on social media and website
• Logo on event registration page
• Name and Logo printed on T-Shirt
• Advantage Games, Game Sponsor
• 2 players for the Celebrity Softball
Game
• Personalized Advantage Game Softball
Jersey for each player
Angels for Autism - $25,000
Sponsorship Levels
The
9. You have to do, to be. - Reggie Sanders
3584 Saint James Avenue Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 (843) 712-1947 info@reggiesandersfoundation.org
• Name on PSA’s, advertisements,
brochures, and signs at all the RSF
Advantage Games activities leading up
to the event
• Promotion on social media and website
• Name and Logo printed on T-Shirt
• Advantage Games, Game Sponsor
• 1 player of the Celebrity Softball Game
• Personalized Advantage Game Softball
Jersey
• Logo Format - must be submitted in EPS or 300 dpi, jpg, or 300 dpi tif
• Corporate names will be substituted for logos in other formats not meeting these
requirements
Please mail or fax by March 15th to:
Reggie Sanders Foundation
3584 Saint James Ave - Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Phone: (843) 712-1947 Tax ID # 45-3191507
1 in 68 - $10,000
Commitments must be received no later than March 15th for
the corporate logo to be on the t-shirt and banner.
• Advantage Games, Game Sponsor
Rock the Spectrum - $1,000
• Promotion on social media and website
• Advantage Games, Game Sponsor
• 1 player for the Celebrity Softball Game
• Personalized Advantage Games Softball
Jersey
Making Great Strides - $5,000
