The Art of Giving

A fundraiser to celebrate and support Dress for Success Philadelphia

Thursday, November 5th, 2009
6:00pm-8:00pm
Comcast Center
Ralph’s Café 43rd Floor
Cocktails and heavy hors d’ oeuvres will be served. 

Event Details:
·        Art work for sale directly from artist including beautiful handmade jewelry -- BRING CASH & CHECKBOOKS!
·        Bring gently used professional accessories to donate to Dress for Success (DFS) Philadelphia – including belts, handbags, shoes, scarves (no clothing please) & gift cards to local grocery stores, Target & Wal-Mart
·        Raffle Auction Items include Dooney & Bourke handbags, 2 Coach Class Airline Tickets, Gift Basket of Wine & Spirits, Mary Kay Gift Basket, Sprout Studio Tour, Personal Training Sessions, Macy’s Gift Card, Sony Gift Card, and more!
·        How to get raffle tickets? 
           -   Buy artwork at the event
           -   Bring a professional accessory to donate to DFS
           -   Purchase raffle tickets at the event ($1 per tix, $15 for 20 tix, $30 for 50 tix)

Join us this fall as WICT supports women in need in their quest for economic independence as we define the Art of Giving.   WICT is proud to support the Dress for Success Philadelphia chapter with a fabulous fundraiser that showcases the work from emerging and established local artists. You’ll be able to purchase it directly from the artist or bid on some amazing pieces via our silent auction

Proceeds will be donated to Dress for Success Philadelphia and WICT Philadelphia’s scholarship program.  Stay tuned for more details.  If you’d like to volunteer, we can use your help!    Please contact:  Sarah Deleo at sarah_deleo@cable.comcast.com.

About Dress for Success

Dress for Success is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the women of Philadelphia.  The mission of Dress for Success is to promote the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and the career development tools to help them thrive in work and in life.  

About WICT

Developing women leaders is WICT’s mission. As the oldest and largest organization serving women professionals in cable and telecommunications, Women in Cable Telecommunications (WICT) is at the forefront of an industry undergoing constant change. Since its founding in 1979, WICT has remained steadfast in its resolve to advance the position and influence of women through proven leadership programs and services at both the national and local level.

Please note the Art of Giving event is in place of the Liberty Awards.

When Thursday, November 5th, 2009 6:00pm-8:00pm

Where Ralph’s Café 43rd Floor Comcast Center 1701 JFK Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19103 Note: All Non-Comcast Corporate Employees will need to register with the front desk before proceeding to Ralph's.

Fee $75 - Individual Ticket* $1,000 - Silver Sponsorship 10-pack (includes 10 tickets and $250 donation)** *Invoice payment option is ONLY for WICT members; all non-WICT members must use the PayPal option. **PayPal Option Only. Please only input “1” ticket into the registration (due to system restrictions) to ensure accurate billing and then e-mail Carol Ann Sweeney with your list of 10 names.

RSVP Click here to register for this event. Registration closes 5PM Monday, Nov. 2nd. Due to on-site security, all attendees must register online in advance.

For refunds or ticket transfers, e-mail Carol Ann Sweeney.

Calling all artists!
Come showcase your talent, network with hip industry professionals and raise money for charity by selling your art!! 
$50 Artist Entrance Fee to sell, or consider donating a work to our silent auction.
To register as an artist for the Art of Giving event, please contact Lauren Simmonds at Lauren_Simmonds@comcast.com.

Art of Giving Flyer

Art of Giving Statement of Purpose

Artist Registration Form

 

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