Twicket for the needy

Last year it was a rock concert, this time it’s a cricket match. Bengaluru, is back. An initiative by the Twitter users in the city, Twestival 2010 promises to reach out to the masses on March 28.
The festival is into its second year already. Internationally, Twestival is popular for rallying around an important cause. This is done by hosting local events to have fun while creating awareness.
Six teams will be finalised for the charity cricket tournament, the proceedings of which will be given to Concern India, who in turn will use the contributions to ‘raise cash for needy children.’

Each innings will be limited to 10 over, per side. Teams will have to play round robin matches and semi-finals before making their way to the finals. Interestingly, the games will be played with stitched balls.
“With IPL coming up, cricket fever is evident among people. So, we decided to use the concept for charity,” says Hrish Thota, a techie, also the head organiser of Twestival Bengaluru.
Some of the corporate teams that have shown interest in playing for the tournaments are Bosch, SAP and AOL.

Though, most other cities in the world will celebrate Twestival on March 25, it’s only on March 28 that Bengalureans will celebrate the occasion. This is because most corporate teams involved with the tournament will be free only during the weekends. But, March 25 will see the opening of the Twestival with a party at one of the popular venues. The organisers are in talk with Lucky Ali for a performance at the inaugural event.

“Twestival is associated with a global cause and a local one too. We kickstart the global cause on March 25,” says Rahul Dwivedi, an employee with SAP and an organiser.
Hosting a match to raise funds to support needy children from around the world may be an out-of-the-box idea. But, on a closer look, it’s the game of bat and ball that attracts the maximum crowd support.
“Over 90 per-cent of the public will not say ‘NO’ to cricket. After all there is a good cause attached to it. Also, cricket in itself is a world of fun in itself,” says Deepak Gupta, a twitter member who’s also in-charge of the event.

Already many are excited about being part of a brand new cricketing format — 10 over a side. For others, it will be an opportunity to bring forth their hidden talent. Says, Twitter user Vicky D, who works for IBM, “If my team takes part in the tournament, I will try and score a century in 10 overs, a world record in its own right,”

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Hi,

Bangalore Twestival Global 2010 is looking out for sponsors and co-sponsors to support a global cause of Education through Concern Worldwide.

Twestival is a Fund-raising event initiated by Twitter users in hundreds of cities around the world, coming together to rally around an important cause, by hosting local events to have fun and create awareness.

The last Twestival happened in September 2009 for a local cause where we raised over Rs.30,000 from Bangalore which went completely to the charity ‘Dream a Dream’. This year, we are working towards a bigger and better event. As aforesaid, this Twestival is supporting the global cause of Education through Concern Worldwide. With Global Media supporting us and Local Media giving us an arm, we Volunteers of Twestival largely work on propagating the event widely over Social Media like Twitter, Facebook, Blogs and others.

At this Twestival Global- Bangalore we, the Bangalore Twestival Organizers plan to roll out two absolutely super events:
1. A Rocking Fund-raising Party on Thursday 25th March: plan to raise funds through entry tickets
2. Corporate Cricket Tournament on Sunday 28th March: plan to raise funds through corporate participation and ticket sales

It would be great, if we could have your brand support us by sponsoring the twestival related events. The Artists would perform at the event to support the cause, pro-bono. However, the event would need to be ticketed and sponsored as the proceeds will go towards Concern Worldwide for the education of deprived children all around the globe. It would be a wonderful social responsibility for You, the Artist and Volunteers involved.

HOW CAN YOU ASSOCIATE?

• Sponsoring the event cost covering venue, artist, entertainment, and/or food
• Sponsoring the venue itself in case you own real estate suitable for a festival/fair/cricket match
• Sponsoring prizes in the form of gift coupons or products
• Sponsoring goody bags of your products to be given away during the event
• Donating cash that goes towards the selected cause or the event operating costs and expenses
• If you can think of any other way to sponsor, you are welcome to do so too

IN RETURN, YOUR BRAND WILL GET:

• Mention of your name in all communications about the event
• Online visibility and ripples at Twitter, Facebook, and other social networks
• Prominent presence of your logo/name in all banners & other related materials displayed at the event venue
• A chance to reach the participants of Twestival - typically young and tech-savvy customers
• We can even consider co-branding the Twestival with your brand name if your sponsorship is substantial
• Press coverage as part of the event
• And many more benefits including Goodwill.

SAMPLE SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES:

Platinum Sponsors: Co-branding with the event name and Opportunity to present/display services and products during the event along with the regular benefits outlined above.
Cost: Rs.75,000

Gold Sponsors: Opportunity to present/display services and products during the event along with the regular benefits outlined above.
Cost: Rs.50,000

More information about Bangalore Twestival Global 2010 is available at this URL - http://bit.ly/twbang10

Kindly let me know how we could collaborate to make this event a Grand Success. Thank you!

Awaiting your positive response..

Best regards,
Hrish Thota
+91-9845150845

Twestival Bangalore - Sep 09 held at Kyra was an absolute fun event. The feedback has been overwhelming and this wouldn’t have been possible without our sponsors.

We, the whole team from Twestival Bangalore deem it a great privilege to have been associated with each one of you at Twestival Bangalore - Sep 09.

Our Main Sponsors:

1. Kingfisher (@kingfisherworld) : Thank you for all your support since the start. The free beer was very inviting and helped us support our cause with some ease. it was great to be associated with Kingfisher - The King of Good Times. You truly helped us have a Good time.

2. Kyra (@kyraBLR) : This amazing venue had a very accommodating management. We are grateful to have found a venue like Kyra for Twestival Bangalore - Sep 09.

3. Red Bull (@redbull ) : Thank you for your support and free Red Bull. It was great to be associated with you.

Our Performers:

1. Swarathma

(@swarathma ): *a standing ovation* Thank you ssooo much for having performed at Twestival Bangalore. We all owe it to you guys for having made Twestival Bangalore a Great entertaining event.

2. Nakul Shenoy (@nakulshenoy): Thank you for your mesmerizing acts. The magical aura that you spread had taken everybody away by awe.

3. Papa CJ & Aron Kedar (@PapaCJ): Though we could only have you guys for a while, we enjoyed every minute of your performance. Thank you for making us laugh till it ached !

4. Preetham Venkky (@ideasmaverick): Venkky - Thank you for coming down @ such a short notice and MC-ing. We might have screwed up with the mike big time without you :p

To all our Prize sponsors:

Thank you all for being a part of Twestival Bangalore - Sep ‘09 and supporting our cause. It was great to see a smile, when we disbursed the Gifts

1.@shiokmoss

At Shiok Far-eastern Cuisine, we aim to give you a unique fine dining experience with a selection of authentic and delicious dishes from South-east Asia - Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia.

Please visit : http://www.shiokfood.com/

2. @thebombaystore

For some great contemporary and ethnic apparel, accessories, personal care, home furnishing and more visit The Bombay Store on MG road.

Please visit : http://www.bombaystore.com/

3. @southindies

For some great authentic south indian delicacies in Bangalore, Hyderabad and Pune in an ambiance that is truly tasteful.

Please visit : http://www.thesouthindies.com/

4. @inkfruit

For some TEE’LICIOUS DESIGNS

Please visit : http://www.inkfruit.com/

5. @flaunturego

6.@grassroutes

The Bangalore Twestival was brilliant with over 140+ people attending a rocking performance by Swarathma, Nakul Shenoy, Papa CJ and Aron Kader. Check out this movie by @raghur which captures the wonderful moments of the twestival!

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1. ‘Swarathma’: Swarathma is the sound of today’s India - rooted in India and its values and traditions yet not afraid to look beyond the 21st Century to adopt the best of the West. The sound is contemporary Indian folk, with a fusion of rock, Carnatic and jazz. Most of all, the stage act is unforgettable! Swarathma’s songs talk of joys and sorrows, of hope, pain and loss, optimism and despair of life. For more info about this amazing band, please visit: http://www.swarathma.com/

2. ‘Nakul Shenoy’ presents ‘Beyond Magic!’ An internationally-acclaimed psychic entertainment show where Nakul reads minds, projects thoughts, predicts the future, and demonstrates super-human memory with equal ease! Nakul Shenoy is a leading corporate entertainer based in Bangalore and travels the world entertaining his audiences — typically including corporate big-wigs, visiting dignitaries, and high-fliers of the society. His clients have included Fortune-100 companies, with performances spanning Asia, Middle East, Europe, UK, and America. Beyond Magic! is an internationally-acclaimed psychic entertainment show where Nakul reads minds, projects thoughts, predicts the future, and demonstrates super-human memory with equal ease! For more info about Nakul’s mesmerising acts please visit www.nakulshenoy.com or www.youtube.com/nakulshenoy

3. Stand Up Comedy byPapa CJ and Aron Kedar: Come laugh your HEART Out - full of attitude, energy and caustic observations about society. He has sold-out not just his tours in India, but performances across North America, Europe, Africa and Asia

Details about Twestival:

• FREE beer sponsored by our Kingfisher friends!
• Entry Charges : Rs 249 only
• Venue : Kyra, 2001, Katti-Ma Centre, Above Adidas Showroom, 100 feet road, Indiranagar,
  Bangalore - 38
• You can reach us, for more details at: 080 43419999, 9632203333, 990100 1600

Get partying to Swarathma’s tunes, Nakul Shenoy’s mesmerizing acts, Stand up to Papa CJ - Aron Kedar’s comedy and feel GREATabout making a difference to the world around you. Your participation with help us fulfill a child’s Dream as part proceedings of the event will be donated to ‘Dream a dream‘.

Buy tickets at Kyra or reach out to one of the twestival organizers here. Just Rs.249 gives you a party with the most happening rock band in India, free beer and the good feeling of having donated to Charity!

Venue: Kyra Theatre, Bangalore
Time: 12:30 - 4:30pm
Official Sponsors: Kingfisher, Red Bull & Kyra
Official Radio Partner: Radio One

Prizes Sponsored by:

@shiokmoss
@southindies
@thebombaystore
@flaunturego
@inkfruit

Reliance Time Out stores, Cunningham road - who also have A Movie & Music Festival with upto 70% off !!

To WIN exciting gift vouchers, T-Shirts, Bags && have a fun-loaded Saturday ..

Saturday - 12th September, 2009 - Kyra : Be There !

Check out the articles on Twestival Bangalore:

Times of India
MSN
Silicon India
My Bangalore
Bangalore concerts
Upcoming Yahoo Events
EventNU

Twestival Bangalore Organizers Introduction and glimpse of how we are organizing the event, sharing responsibilities and having fun in the process.

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We are one of you, the youth, who have been moved by the reality that surrounds us, the reality that - We are Fortunate, Blessed and Happy - but there are many who are NOT.  As much as we find progress and development in today’s world, we have come to wake up to the fact that out there, there are a million children for whom, the simple dream of having a full stomach and a decent education still remains a Dream. It is this reality that has motivated us to come together and work for our Dream: a dream to Fulfill the dreams of many underprivileged young kids from Dream A Dream.

So heres the deal people, Twestival brings to you an evening loaded with energy, great Rock Bands, happening music and a cause to live it up, the proceeds of which will be given entirely to Dream A Dream. So come, lets make a difference and party for a cause, for the future of kids that some day might be future of our country and humanity as we know it. If you think having fun is all you could do - You can now have fun and also contribute to help a child live his or her Dream. Lets change the world, one kid at a time.

It all begins at Twestival - 12th September 2009, be there.”