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Strategic Partner Programs Aligning your business with social impact Contact Us For more information or to inquire about partnering your company with Leader Dogs for the Blind, contact us at 248/659.5007 or email us at [email protected]. Leader Dogs for the Blind 1039 S. Rochester Road Rochester Hills, Michigan 48307-3115 leaderdog.org The mission of Leader Dogs for the Blind is to empower people who are blind or visually impaired with lifelong skills for independent travel through quality Leader Dogs, highly effective client instruction and innovative services. Some of our partners Apparel and Gifts Inspired by DogTM

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Strategic Partner ProgramsAligning your business with social impact

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Contact UsFor more information or to inquire about

partnering your company with Leader Dogs for the Blind, contact us at 248/659.5007

or email us at [email protected].

Leader Dogs for the Blind1039 S. Rochester Road

Rochester Hills, Michigan 48307-3115leaderdog.org

The mission of Leader Dogs for the Blind is to empower people who are blind or visually impaired with lifelong skills for independent travel through quality Leader Dogs, highly eff ective client instruction and innovative services.

Some of our partners

Apparel and GiftsInspired by DogTM

Leader Dogs for the Blind Offers Your Organization a Unique OpportunityCompanies have always been expected to deliver quality products and services. Today, companies are also being asked to demonstrate effective corporate social responsibility.

We know that 65% of Americans own pets and that the beloved dog is the most popular pet of all. And when dogs are paired with people to give them greater independence, confidence and travel, it is powerful and moving!

Leader Dogs for the Blind is a national brand with a global reach. Since 1939, we have been the premier organization for guide dogs, serving nearly 15,000 clients in 39 countries around the world.

Partnering with Leader Dogs for the Blind is a strategic way to add value to your employees and the community. We look forward to making our impact in the community part of your company’s success story.

Employee Engagement

Sponsor (and Name) a Future Leader DogSponsoring a Future Leader Dog is a great way to involve your employees in our mission for a full year. You can name the puppy after your brand or founder, or host a contest to involve everyone in choosing the dog’s name. Throughout the puppy’s first year of development you will receive updates on the puppy’s progress and get at least one site visit from the puppy.

Raise a Future Leader DogYour team can play a big part in empowering a Leader Dog client with advanced travel opportunities by raising a Future Leader Dog. This project is a unique way to build team cohesiveness around a great cause. While raising a Future Leader Dog only takes 12–14 months, the personal impact to your team and Leader Dog’s client will last a lifetime.

Matching GiftsA matching gift program is a great way to let your employees know that you are a good corporate citizen and that you support Leader Dogs for the Blind. The program is easy to set up and can be promoted via your existing newsletters, intranet sites or meetings.

Auto-withdrawEmployees can set up direct contributions to Leader Dog or designate Leader Dog in their United Way gifts. We will be happy to provide literature and help set this up.

Host a Fundraising EventJeans day, casual Fridays, golf outings, movie marathons or ping pong tournaments; however your team defines fun, you can do it while supporting Leader Dogs for the Blind. Turn your work or social event into a fundraiser by charging an entry fee, running raffles or collecting sponsorships. In many cases, we can arrange for a Future Leader Dog to attend your event.

Employee Enrichment

Keynote SpeakerPowerful keynote presenters motivate their audience to see the world and your business in a different way. Our professional speakers will present your conference or corporate goals from a different point of view using unique insights and personal experiences. By connecting with the audience as an individual and business leader, our speakers’ goal is to change how you view relationships and perspective inside and outside your organization.

Leadership DevelopmentHarness the Power of Leadership is a one-day, one-of-a-kind experiential workshop using the profound relationship between a person and their Leader Dog to give new meaning to the word “team.” When working together can literally mean life or death on a daily basis, the abilities to communicate proficiently and give direction clearly take on new meaning. A great experience for seasoned executives looking for fresh ideas, managers charged with executing change, and cross-functional or newly-formed teams.

Consumer Engagement

There are many ways to partner with Leader Dog through your company initiatives. Show your clients and customers that you are socially responsible through cause-related marketing, donating a portion of proceeds, co-branding or cross promotion. These are just some of the ways we can work together.

Event Sponsorships

Leader Dog University: HomecomingCome celebrate with 600+ dog enthusiasts and their four-footed friends. First held in 1987, this annual event gives volunteer puppy raisers and breeding hosts a place to learn about, share and celebrate everything Leader Dog. Program presenter and merchandise display opportunities are available.

Lead in the HolidaysHighlight your support at this elegant annual fundraiser. Attended by more than 500 guests including individual supporters, national corporations and regional business leaders, this event features silent and live auctions, delicious food and the chance to meet our puppies and Leader Dogs in training. A wonderful way to entertain your best clients before the holiday season kicks into full gear.

Program Grants

By including Leader Dogs for the Blind in your company or foundation’s grantmaking, you have the option to support programs in the areas of canine development, health, human services, youth, technology or disability. Each year we identify a number of projects and initiatives that provide unique opportunities for grantors wishing to recognize a legacy or specific priority area. We can collaborate in several ways with every type of foundation seeking to work with a vital Michigan-based nonprofit.

Leader Dog Daisy proudly attends a golf outing sponsored by Toyota.

Future Leader Dog August, named after Audi founder August Horch

Be On the Look Out...

One puppy will change how

you see the world

The Bolo Project is a year-long

fund-raising effort put forth by

Dog is Good to benefit

Leader Dogs for the Blind.

To learn more about BOLO, the

project, and to make a donation, visit

www.theboloproject.com

BOLOFutureLeader Dog

LabradorRetriever

Born8/1/2013

9 ounces

A portion of the proceeds from the sale of BOLO products made by Dog is Good support Leader Dogs for the Blind.

Our annual Lead in the Holidays event is a great way to entertain clients and key employees.

Jim Platzer and Leader Dog Mica engage the audience during a keynote presentation.

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65% of Americans own pets