Overview
The UAMS Partners Card is an annual 10-day fundraiser held in Little Rock, Northwest Arkansas, and Conway to support the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute, a leading cancer treatment and research center. The UAMS Partner’s Card is in its 22nd year.
How It Works
- Purchase: Buy a Partners Card for $50.
- Benefit: Receive a 20% discount on merchandise at participating stores during the event period.
- Impact: 100% of proceeds go to the Cancer Institute Auxiliary for grant allocation.
Using the Partners Card
- Presentation: Show a signed Partners Card at the time of purchase to receive the 20% discount.
- Verification: Retailers must verify the cardholder’s signature and photo ID.
- Restrictions:
- The card is valid for the signee only (not transferable to groups or family members).
- Lost cards cannot be replaced.
- Discount does not apply to:
- Sale items, layaway payments, gift certificates, or previously purchased merchandise.
- Special orders (unless permitted by the store).
- Other offers or promotions.
- Merchandise cannot be discounted or held before October 25.
- Additional restrictions may apply at individual stores.
Partners Card Etiquette
- Present the card at the time of purchase.
- Ensure the card is signed; it is non-transferable.
- Respect store-specific restrictions.
Selling Partners Cards
- Price: $50 per card (non-discountable, not tax-deductible).
- Payment Methods:
- Cash: Record the purchaser’s name, address, and zip code on the Sellers Sheet.
- Checks: Payable to UAMS Auxiliary with “Partners Card” in the memo line.
- Credit Cards: All major cards accepted. Complete the Credit Card Form, including the billing address and zip code.
- Processing: Payments are handled by UAMS Auxiliary. Credit card charges appear as “UAMS Auxiliary” on statements and may take up to 30 days to process.
- Seller’s Sheet: Complete for every purchase, including the purchaser’s details.
After Partners Card Week
Prepare the following for pickup the week after the event:
- Brochure/counter card holder and money envelope.
- Partners Card Collection Envelope containing:
- Cash, checks, and credit card forms.
- Unsold cards.
- Completed Sellers Sheet.
Contact Information
For questions or to request additional Partner Cards:
- Phone: 501-686-8286
- Email: jonessusank@uams.edu
- Office: Cancer Institute Volunteer Office