Become A Fundraising Captain!
We are excited to announce our first major fundraising campaign for the new administration. We’ve teased it during the first couple chapter meetings of the fiscal year, and now we are ready to launch The Captain’s Initiative!
A central purpose of our chapter is to raise funds to support our chapter’s operations and scholarship fund and to support initiatives, projects, and programs associated with the Southern University System. Last year alone, our chapter administered over $16,000 in scholarships to area students attending Southern, and we are on track to do the same (and some) again this year. In the past, we’ve also purchased equipment and supplies for several of the University’s sports teams and the Human Jukebox; hosted students interning or attending conferences in the DMV; provided support to clubs and organizations; and assisted students experiencing financial hardship. We’ve been able to support such efforts because of your giving, your participation in our fundraisers, and your solicitation of donations and sponsorships from within and outside of your network. My gratitude cannot be expressed enough!
Join the SUAF-WDC Executive Committee in becoming a Fundraising Captain!
A Fundraising Captain (hereafter “Captain”) is a SUAF-WDC chapter member or friend of the chapter who raises a minimum of $550 for the SUAF-WDC Chapter through the selling of ads for the digital 2024 Mardi Gras Ball souvenir booklet; securing sponsorships for the Mardi Gras Ball or other signature chapter events; and/or soliciting donations to support the chapter's operations and scholarship funds. Captains may also make personal monetary donations to achieve their goal. Ticket and table purchases for SUAF-WDC events do not apply.
You’ll be entitled to several incentives once you officially reach Captain status! Such incentives include an invitation to an exclusive reception for Captains at the end of the fiscal year; exclusive SUAF-WDC Chapter apparel; a “Captain’s Spotlight” feature on our website, social media pages, and Mardi Gras Ball slideshow; and name appearance on the ballot for our inaugural SUAF-WDC Mardi Gras Ball Royal Court!
As much as we love and value community, we also have an appreciation for a healthy dose of competition! Therefore, your placement on the ballot for the Royal Court will be based on the amount of funds you raise. I know you didn’t think we were going to ask you to bow out gracefully once you’ve reached the $550 mark?!
To qualify for the following positions on the Royal Court, you must raise a minimum:
Marquess and Marchioness: $550
Duke and Duchess: $1,000
Prince and Princess: $2,500
King and Queen: $3,500
Your name will only appear on the ballot once at the appropriate designated level.
We have a few additional surprises for Captains who reach “The Captains’ Circle” by raising a minimum $5,000!
Ready to become a Captain and start raising funds?
Visit www.suafwdc.com.
Click the "Get Involved" Tab.
Fill out the “Get Involved” form and select "Fundraising Captain" for Chapter Engagement option.
The First Vice President (Fundraising), Mr. Anthony Baise, will send you the Captain’s Initiative Informational Packet that includes pertinent information to get you started with raising funds and meeting your goals.
Thanks for your attention, and I hope you will partner with us for this critical fundraising initiative!
Please contact Mr. Baise at 1stvp.suafwdc@gmail.com for questions regarding the Captain’s Initiative and other fundraising efforts.