The Alzheimer’s Association, National Capital Area Chapter welcomes corporate support of our annual fund, underwriting of educational programs, and sponsorship of our special events.
Alzheimer's Disease: The Costs to U.S. Businesses
Why should my company participate?
Sponsorship Opportunities
Other Ways for Companies to Get Involved
Contact Us
Alzheimer's Disease: The Costs to U.S. Businesses
Alzheimer’s costs American businesses an estimated $61 billion a year in health care expenses and caregivers’ lost productivity, absenteeism, and worker replacement. With the aging of the Baby Boom generation, Alzheimer’s is becoming our next major health crisis. The urgency to act has never been more critical.
To learn about how Alzheimer’s affects the corporate community, read: Alzheimer's Disease: The Costs to U.S. Businesses, a study commissioned by the Alzheimer's Association.
Why should my company participate?
If statistics hold true, one out of 10 of your employees has a close family member with Alzheimer’s disease and may be struggling to balance caregiving and work responsibilities.
By supporting the Alzheimer’s Association, National Capital Area Chapter, your company will gain recognition among your customers, clients, employees, and the general public as a responsible corporate citizen and valued partner in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Corporate Annual Fund—Support the work and mission of the Alzheimer’s Association and enjoy tailored benefits packages designed to promote visibility, provide services to your employees and clients, and afford opportunities to participate in a wide array of Chapter events and programs.
National Alzheimer’s Gala
Join many of our nation’s most influential and respected political, business, and civic leaders at this annual event that has raised the profile of Alzheimer’s and its devastating toll on America’s families and has recognized key advances in Alzheimer research. Each year, attendees have included at least one First Lady, numerous political officials of both parties, and celebrities from the entertainment industry.
Washington Monuments Luncheon
The Washington Monuments Luncheon was created in 1994 to honor an individual or individuals who significantly contributed to the culture, civic, and community life of Washington. Presented by the Alzheimer’s Women’s Association for Research and Education (A.W.A.R.E.) [link to: Page Id: 10476], this event benefits the National Capital Area Chapter and its mission to serve the more than 500,000 individuals, including those diagnosed, their families, and care partners in the District of Columbia, Northern Virginia, and Suburban and Southern Maryland.
National Memory Walk
This high visibility event will attract an estimated 3,000 participants on the National Mall. The day will include live entertainment, family activities, refreshments, a Mission Village about Alzheimer’s, along with one- and three-mile walk options.
Tour de Canal
Each year, devoted bicycle riders embark on this weekend off-road ride along the scenic Chesapeake and Ohio Canal from Cumberland, Maryland to Georgetown in Washington, D.C. Three ride distances are available: 184 miles, 100 miles, and the 20-mile “Memory Ride.”
Alzheimer’s Golf Tournament
Held at the exclusive River Creek Club, this tournament attracts more than 120 golfers from 30 corporations at includes a morning shotgun start, lunch, dinner reception, silent auction, and contests.
Alzheimer’s Research Symposia
Geared to family members, caregivers, and individuals in the early stages of the disease, this symposium will feature an evidence-based information exchange on the latest research findings and trends. It will include presentations by nationally recognized researchers and will afford the opportunity for families to network and share experiences with one another.
Other Ways for Companies to Get Involved
- Conduct a fundraising event at your office, with proceeds benefiting the Alzheimer’s Association.
- Have employees and their friends form a company team for our National Memory Walk and/or Tour de Canal bike ride events.
- Invite Alzheimer’s Association staff to give a talk at a company event or meeting.
- Survey your employees to see how many are caregiving for a close relative with Alzheimer’s and offer to help them connect with the Alzheimer’s Association.
- Provide the Alzheimer’s Association with in-kind contributions such as office furniture, computers, media exposure, reception space, etc.
- Speak to us about a pro-bono consulting project.
- Have an employee serve on one of our volunteer leadership committees.
- Have one of your executives apply to join our Board of Directors.
Contact Us
For more information on Corporate Giving and sponsorship opportunities, please contact:
Susan Sandler, Corporate Relations and Foundations Manager
Alzheimer's Association, National Capital Area Chapter
(703) 766-9013
susan.sandler@alz.org
