Sesquicentennial Sponsorship Packet

SPONSORSHIP PROPOSAL MEHARRY SESQUICENTENNIAL

OFFICE OF CORPORATE AND FOUNDATION RELATIONS PREPARED BY

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OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT

Meharry Medical College 1005 Dr. D.B. Todd Jr. Blvd Nashville, TN 37208

Dear Friend, As Meharry Medical College approaches its 150th anniversary , we find ourselves at a sacred intersection—where reflection meets vision, and legacy becomes a launchpad for the future. Since our founding in 1876, Meharry has stood as a beacon of hope, healing, and opportunity, committed to training healthcare leaders, advancing groundbreaking research, and addressing the most pressing health disparities in underserved communities. Our Sesquicentennial Celebration will unfold over an inspiring year-long series of events, exhibitions, and initiatives designed to honor the past, elevate the present, and boldly shape what lies ahead. It is not simply a celebration—it is a clarion call to continue the sacred work of health equity and social justice for the next 150 years and beyond. To mark this historic occasion, we are launching a transformative campaign —one that will strengthen the foundation of our mission and expand our reach to meet the challenges of tomorrow. This campaign invites partners like you to join us in building a legacy that will impact generations to come. We are offering exclusive sponsorship opportunities for individuals, foundations, and organizations who share our commitment to equity and excellence. From Community Sponsor to Legacy Champion , each level offers unique benefits: recognition at high-profile events, access to Meharry’s leadership and scholars, and opportunities to support our academic, research, and health outreach efforts in meaningful ways. Your partnership at this pivotal moment will not only commemorate 150 years of impact—it will help drive the next era of innovation, education, and care. Together, we can uplift lives, transform systems, and shape a healthier, more just world. I invite you to review the enclosed sponsorship details and consider joining us on this journey. Should you wish to discuss how your philanthropic goals might align with this vision, please contact Dr. Courtney Blakemore, Director of Corporate & Foundation Relations, at 615-327-6203 or cblakemore@mmc.edu. Thank you for your unwavering support of Meharry Medical College. We hope you will stand with us as we honor our past and illuminate the path to a brighter, healthier future for all.

With warmest regards,

James E.K. Hildreth, Ph.D., M.D. President and CEO

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A BRIEF HISTORY OF MEHARRY MEDICAL COLLEGE

The idea of Meharry Medical College began more than 150 years ago because of an act of kindness. In the 1830s, a young man with a wagon load of salt found himself and his cargo mired on a country road, and, as fate would have it, he was rescued by a family of freed slaves who took him in for the night and helped him free the wagon the next day to set him on his way. As he turned to leave, he told his benefactors, “I have no money, but when I can I shall do something for your race.” The young man was 16-year-old Samuel Meharry. And decades later, after the nation had split and healed from a civil war with multitudes of newly freed slaves intertwined in the fabric of the country, Samuel and his brothers, now well established in life, took up their duty based on Samuel’s promise and gave $15,000—at the time quite a generous sum—for the founding of a medical school as part of Central Tennessee College, a Methodist chartered college for freedmen. The medical school opened in 1876 as the first of its kind in the South for Blacks. It received a separate charter in 1915 as Meharry Medical College, and, among other programs, opened a dental school in 1886 followed by a nursing school in 1901. A survivor of the 1910 Flexnor Report, Meharry was one of two Black medical schools (Howard was the other) to continue forward. Across the decades, Meharry adapted as a trainer of health care professionals. Graduates of the college formed the National Medical Association, established hospitals across the nation, and distinguished themselves in their respective careers. Programs at the College closed and others thrived, but Meharry Medical College succeeded as a major provider of African Americans in the U.S. health care workforce. The College added a School of Graduate Studies in 1938, adding a master of science program in 1947, a Ph.D. program in 1972, an M.D./Ph.D. program in 1982 and a physician assistant science program in 2023. As one of four historically Black health sciences centers in the U.S.—numbered with Howard University College of Medicine, Morehouse School of Medicine, Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science—Meharry Medical College is a leading national educator of African Americans with M.D. and D.D.S. degrees and Ph.D. degrees in the biomedical sciences. Nearly a third of Black practicing dentists in the U.S. are Meharry graduates.

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A BRIEF HISTORY OF MEHARRY MEDICAL COLLEGE

Meharry is a major provider of Black physicians across the country, with approximately half graduating each year in primary care specialties where the need is greatest.

In the past five years, the schools of study at Meharry Medical College have increased from three to five, adding the School of Applied Computational Sciences (2021) to bridge data science and health care disciplines, and the School of Global Health (2024)—the only one of its kind in the U.S.—examining health equity and determinants of health beyond the health care space. The College has also grown into a robust research facility, including recent forays into genomics through The Diaspora Human Genomics Institute (DHGI), established with the mission to improve the quality of the human condition and its environment with a particular focus on persons of African ancestry. Meharry has accomplished all of this in its first 150 years. The number of lives touched by “health caring” Meharrians is uncountable. And the stage is set for the next 150 years with the support of our many champions and friends.

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ABOUT MEHARRY MEDICAL COLLEGE

Established 11 years after the Civil War to teach formerly enslaved individuals in the healing arts, we proudly stand as the nation’s premier historically Black health science center. In all we do, we bring a focus on primary care , a history of leadership in scientific innovations and initiatives, and a commitment to serving the underserved. As a comprehensive academic health science center — with schools of medicine, dentistry, graduate studies and research, applied computational sciences, and global health — we are uniquely positioned to address health policy and health inequities from a holistic social perspective. And our record of impact speaks for itself. We educate more than 40% of Black dentists, 1 in 10 Black physicians, and we are a top-10 educator of Black biomedical Ph.D.s. More than 39% of our medical graduates and 82% of our dental graduates practice primary care, and four out of five graduates serve in underserved communities. Now is the time for Meharry to soar to a higher level of outreach and impact — and bring our strengths to the work of a more equitable healthcare system for all. No mission is more urgent. No students are more deserving. No impact is more expansive. No potential is more exciting.

ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT

Dr. James E. K. Hildreth President and CEO Dr. Juan A. McGruder Senior Vice President of Institutional Advancement Dr. Courtney Blakemore Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations

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MISSION AND VISION This is the moment for a new approach to medicine and health sciences education that benefits underserved communities

Meharry Medical College (MMC) is a global academic health sciences center advancing health equity through innovative research, transformative education, policy-influencing thought leadership, and compassionate health services with a standard of excellence. True to its legacy, Meharry empowers diverse populations to improve the wellbeing of humankind. Mission To change the face of American healthcare and the future of underserved communities across the United States and the world at large. Vision

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At the highest level, Legacy Champions are visionaries whose investment of $250,000 ensures the enduring legacy of Meharry Medical College for the next 150 years and beyond. Sponsors at this level will receive the most prominent recognition across all events, marketing, and publications, including featured sponsorship of the Gala or another premier event. Legacy Champions will have unparalleled access to private gatherings with key decision-makers and be celebrated for their transformative impact on the institution and the communities it serves. As a Visionary Leader , sponsors with a $100,000 contribution exemplify bold leadership and longterm support for Meharry’s mission. This level includes top- tier recognition at all events and in all marketing materials related to the celebration. Visionary Leaders will be prominently featured in event programs and have the opportunity to host exclusive gatherings with Meharry’s executive leadership and guest speakers, amplifying their role in shaping the future of healthcare. The Trailblazing Supporter level recognizes those committed to pushing the boundaries of innovation and excellence. For a $50,000 investment, sponsors will receive prominent recognition in all media, including a feature in a sesquicentennial highlight video. Additionally, Trailblazing Supporters will enjoy special access to VIP receptions and exclusive opportunities to engage with Meharry’s faculty and students. This level represents a deeper investment in the future of health equity and education. SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

LEGACY CHAMPION

VISIONARY LEADER

TRAILBLAZING SUPPORTER

FOUNDATIONAL PARTNER

COMMUNITY SPONSOR

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A Foundational Partner is a key contributor to the success of the sesquicentennial celebration. With a $25,000 donation, sponsors at this level will be featured in event signage, publications, and digital promotions. Foundational Partners will receive reserved seating at major events and have the opportunity to connect with Meharry’s leadership, fostering meaningful partnerships to advance our shared goals. At the foundational level, Community Sponsors demonstrate a strong commitment to supporting Meharry’s mission and vision. With a $10,000 contribution, sponsors at this level will be acknowledged in all event communications and receive invitations to special events throughout the celebration year, ensuring visibility among Meharry’s network of stakeholders. Community Sponsors play an essential role in helping us engage our wider community. SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

LEGACY CHAMPION

VISIONARY LEADER

TRAILBLAZING SUPPORTER

FOUNDATIONAL PARTNER

COMMUNITY SPONSOR

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EVENT SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

DIAMOND SPONSOR

PLATINUM SPONSOR

GOLD SPONSOR

SILVER SPONSOR

BRONZE SPONSOR

PATH SPONSOR

SESQUICENTENNIAL ANNIVERSARY GALA Diamond Sponsor – $150,000 – Presenting Partner with Speaking Role Platinum Sponsor – $100,000 – Dinner & Entertainment Gold Sponsor – $75,000 – VIP Reception

Silver Sponsor – $50,000 – Wine & Décor Bronze Sponsor – $25,000 – Table Sponsor Path Sponsor – $15,000 – Program Advertiser

DR. MOSES APPRECIATION MURAL

Diamond Sponsor – $100,000 – Naming rights to the mural wall; permanent plaque installation Platinum Sponsor – $75,000 – “Brought to you by…” recognition in all mural press releases Gold Sponsor – $50,000 – Invitation to mural unveiling ceremony + recognition on signage

Silver Sponsor – $25,000 – Name/logo in printed mural commemorative program Bronze Sponsor – $15,000 – Group sponsor plaque installed near mural site Path Sponsor – $10,000 – Listed as supporter on mural webpage and printed flyer

GRAND ROUNDS

Silver Sponsor – $25,000 – Event program sponsor recognition Bronze Sponsor – $15,000 – Inclusion in digital recap video and printed signage Path Sponsor – $10,000 – Name listed on tour map and photo backdrops

Diamond Sponsor – $100,000 – Exclusive naming rights for the tour; headline sponsor across all cities Platinum Sponsor – $75,000 – Speaking opportunity during launch + branded digital invites Gold Sponsor – $50,000 – Logo featured on bus wrap or backdrop for tour media

MEHARRY RESEARCH WEEK & SYMPOSIUM

Diamond Sponsor – $100,000 – Headline sponsor of the keynote panel or welcome reception Platinum Sponsor – $75,000 – Naming rights to research awards or poster session Gold Sponsor – $50,000 – Logo on symposium tote bags and program booklet

Silver Sponsor – $25,000 – Host branded roundtable or breakout session Bronze Sponsor – $15,000 – Recognition on event signage and printed abstracts Path Sponsor – $10,000 – Digital sponsor badge on registration confirmation + thank-you mention

FAMILY AND FRIENDS DAY & BLOCK PARTY

Diamond Sponsor – $50,000 – Naming rights for event stage or headlining musical act Platinum Sponsor – $25,000 – Branded food tent or hydration station Gold Sponsor – $15,000 – Branded volunteer shirts and event wristbands

Silver Sponsor – $10,000 – Branded game/activity zone (e.g., kids zone or health fair booth) Bronze Sponsor – $5,000 – Logo on flyers, banners, and social media promotions Path Sponsor – $2,500 – Recognition on Meharry website and community emails

Diamond Sponsor – $75,000 – Naming sponsor of the art exhibit + private preview night Platinum Sponsor – $50,000 – Custom artwork gift from a featured artist Gold Sponsor – $25,000 – Logo on printed exhibition guide and signage DR. HILDRETH ART SHOW

Silver Sponsor – $15,000 – Name on digital gallery site and printed materials Bronze Sponsor – $10,000 – Mention on all show press and social posts Path Sponsor – $5,000 – Name in gallery welcome board and program handout

SESQUICENTENNIAL HOMECOMING

Diamond Sponsor – $150,000 – Title sponsor of Homecoming Weekend Platinum Sponsor – $100,000 – Branded lounge or VIP area Gold Sponsor – $75,000 – Logo on all swag bags and banners

Silver Sponsor – $50,000 – Inclusion in digital homecoming guide/app Bronze Sponsor – $25,000 – Table sponsor at featured event Path Sponsor – $15,000 – Recognition in homecoming thank-you video

NDA CONFERENCE RECEPTION

Diamond Sponsor – $50,000 – Reception naming sponsor + host toast opportunity Platinum Sponsor – $25,000 – Branded cocktail/mocktail bar or photo booth Gold Sponsor – $15,000 – Logo on printed reception invites and signage

Silver Sponsor – $10,000 – Reserved premium seating and VIP passes Bronze Sponsor – $5,000 – Recognition on social media and program Path Sponsor – $2,500 – Name listed on reception welcome signage

NMA CONFERENCE RECEPTION

MEHARRY DAY OF SERVICE

Diamond Sponsor – $50,000 – Presenting Partner with speaking role, logo on marketing materials, and press recognition. Platinum Sponsor – $25,000 – Naming rights for events with logo on signage and digital recognition Gold Sponsor – $15,000 – Sponsor for volunteer kits with logo placement on thank-you cards and event signage

Silver Sponsor – $10,000 – Sponsors volunteer transport and meals with recognition on buses, tables, programs, and signage. Bronze Sponsor – $5,000 – Recognition on social media, event signage, and program Path Sponsor – $2,500 – Name listed on reception welcome signage and volunteer materials

SUNDAY BRUNCH & CHOIR PERFORMANCE

1005 Dr. D.B. Todd Jr. Boulevard Nashville, Tennessee 37208-3599 P: 615-327-6203 | F: 615-327-6134 | www.mmc.edu

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