Special Announcements

Wanted : Corporate Sponsors for Murat Circus!

Nobles and Ladies! Let's get corporate sponsors for our circus (the largest fundraiser for Murat), and let's do it in memory of our late Circus Director, Larry Selig. Larry recently passed away while he and Adrian were vacationing in the Czech Republic. Let us continue Larry's efforts to make our circus a great success!

The 63rd Annual Murat Shrine Circus will be held from February 28 through March 2, 2008 in the Pepsi Coliseum at the Indiana State Fairgrounds.

A successful circus will be assured by having a successful Corporate Sponsorship Program. Corporate Sponsorships are available in amounts of $500, $1,000 and $2,500. At each level, a plaque is presented, the name of the Sponsor is listed in the Activity Book and the sponsor receives two complimentary tickets to the the Ringmaster's Banquet. In addition, a $500 sponsor receives 20 tickets to the circus. A $1,000 sponsor receives 40 tickets, and a $2,500 sponsor receives 100 tickets.

Clubs and Units can now be a part of the Corporate Sponsorship Program! If a Murat Club or Unit contributes as a Corporate Sponsor, the Club/Unit will receive the same "rewards" listed above for personal and company sponsorships.

Note: This is a great way for a Club/Unit to provide tickets to children and adults in their community.

All Nobles and their Ladies are urged to go out and get a Corporate Sponsor. Remember, a successful Shrine Circus means another successful year of excitement for thousands of school children, physically/mentally challenged children and adults and the public in general. The Shrine Circus is our greatest public relations tool we have by raising awareness for membership and getting potential Shriners Hospital patients.

Please do not forget - We must make all corporate sponsors, advertising purchasers and ticket purchasers aware the circus is a fraternal fundraiser, and payments are NOT tax deductible as charitable contributions.

Contact the Shrine Office, Larry Jefferson or Lin Coner to get more information and Corporate Sponsorship forms. The time is now! Get out there and search for Corporate Sponsors. The "rewards" will be many.

Thank you for helping.

Indianapolis Colts Super Bowl Pin Set

As a Murat fundraiser, Sports Mint Editions is producing a beautifully framed and matted pin set, consisting of a Super Bowl pin and a Colts logo. Only 750 sets will be produced, which should enhance future value as a collectible. The earlier you order, the lower the serial number. Go to www.sportsminteditions.com/shop/index.php?source=indshriners to place your order, and you will see a photo of the framed set. If you choose to order by phone, call 404-766-4428.

This would be a great gift for a Colts fan. The price is $89.99 plus shipping and handling. Murat receives a portion of each sale, to support its fraternal operations. Payments are not tax deductible as charitable contributions.