Now to the most important part: As this is a task that can be done non-locally I would be willing to help along with it, for example creating an "information pack" (introduction, key facts, links and contacts) that can be e-mailed with a cover letter to potential companies and then if requested also mailed. I believe that this task is too large to be just manned by one person and would like to do this, if I am asked to get involved, in a small team and open to suggestions, contacts and so on.
I wouldn't send out such a pack unless requested. Start with just a simple email explaining the concept briefly and asking if they're interested. If they are, we can then send them the info pack. No-one likes receiving unsolicited attachments.