# Sponsorship Proposal for World Championship Ironman at Kona, Hawaii on October 26, 2024

## Tri-athlete Nouns Sponsorship

## Summary
My name is Joe Costa. I am a competitive triathlete competing in my 17 triathlon as part of the Ironman series. I am thrilled to present this sponsorship proposal to Nouns for my upcoming participation in the prestigious World Championship Ironman at Kona, Hawaii, on October 26, 2024. This event represents the pinnacle of endurance sports, where only the most elite athletes in the world qualify to compete. I am incredibly proud to have earned my spot for the first time, a testament to the years of dedication, training, and commitment to the sport of triathlon. As an athlete who regularly competes in Ironman events, this milestone marks the beginning of what I hope will be a long and successful journey in this sport.

I am seeking Nouns’ sponsorship to support my participation in this iconic event. In return, I offer extensive visibility and brand promotion opportunities through various means, both during and leading up to the race.

## Sponsorship Request:
1. **Personal Gear for Branding**:

- *Nouns Cap and Warm-Up Shirt*: I would like to wear a knit cap and long sleeve warm-up shirt featuring the Nouns logo. This gear will be prominently displayed during my pre-race preparations and post-race activities, offering significant exposure for the brand.

2. **Supporter Gear**:

- *Contents For Lightweight Backpacks*:
- Baseball cap or bucket cap with ⌐◨-◨ logo
- Water bottle with ⌐◨-◨ logo
- Lip balm
- Sunscreen
- Lotion
- Hand sanitizer
- Mints
- Nuts
- Energy powder
- Granola bar
- Band-aids
- Aspirin
- *⌐◨-◨ Stickers*

4. **Sponsorship Celebratory Dinner**:

- *Post-Race Celebration*: I would like to host a celebratory dinner for my supporters, sponsored by Nouns. During the dinner, I will record a thank-you video expressing my gratitude for Nouns’ support. This video will be shared across all my social media platforms, reaching a broad audience of athletes, enthusiasts, and followers.

## Team
- **Joe Costa** : Tri-athletooor
- **Tim Costa**: Submitooor
- **SQX**: Sponsooor

## Budget Request
- 1 ETH

### BREAKDOWN
- Branded merchandise: Hats / Tshirts / Stickers / BackPacks
- .xx
- Race Day Essentials
- .xx
- Celebretory After Party
- .xx

## Background on the Ironman World Championship

The Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii, is one of the most grueling and challenging endurance races in the world. Athletes are required to complete a 2.4-mile swim, a 112-mile bike ride, and a 26.2-mile marathon, all within a single day. Qualifying for this event is a rare and significant achievement, requiring a combination of exceptional physical fitness, mental toughness, and a relentless drive to succeed.

## Conclusion
This sponsorship opportunity offers Nouns a unique platform to align with a prestigious global event and reach a highly engaged audience. By supporting my participation in the Ironman World Championship, Nouns will benefit from extensive brand exposure, both on-site in Kona and across my digital channels. I am excited about the possibility of partnering with Nouns and look forward to representing your brand on this incredible journey.

Thank you for considering my proposal. I am happy to discuss any additional details or answer any questions you may have.

## Future Plans
- [Cleveland Tri-Athlete Club](https://www.clevetriclub.com/) Sponsorship
- Custom Tri-Athlete gear
- Nounish Tri-athlete Apparel and Accessories

## Success Metrics
- N/A as this is strictly a sponsorship / introduction to the DAO.
- Organic Social and branded merchandise at the event.