Fundraising for Wilson Crew 2008-2009

The Wilson Crew wreath sale is on.  Rowers, all wreath orders and funds are due to Sheila Evans by Sunday, November 23rd.  Wreaths will be available for pick up at the Tabaku's house Tuesday, Dec 2 through Friday, Dec 5 after 6 pm in the evenings, and from 9 to noon on Sat. Dec. 6. 

Rowers and parents please call or e-mail Lisa Tabaku at 202 722 2922, tabakurl@yahoo.com if available to help unload the truck on Tuesday, Dec. 2.

 Packets were distributed at the Bash and at practice, but for those of you who did not get them, Email smchurchill@worldnet.att.net and Susanne will send them.  There is a general information form with all the important dates and information , an order form and a receipt you can copy to leave with your clients.  Wreaths are 22" wide, with a big red bow and are made of Nova Scotia balsam fir.
 
This is the easiest fundraiser of the year.  Wreaths are $20 and rowers will receive $10 credit for each wreath they sell.
 
Varsity rowers - your fundraising requirement for the year is $450 - so sell 45 wreaths and you are done for the year.  Any additional wreaths you sell will be credited in full to your away regatta fees.
 
Novice rowers - your fundraising requirement for the year is $250  - so sell 25 wreaths and you are done for the year.  And though not all novice go to the away regattas, if you do get to go, any additional wreaths you sell will go to your away regatta costs.
Novice parents - if you would like additional information - please e-mail Marc Pfeiffer or me.   If your child plans to row in the spring you should have them participate in this fundraiser.
 
 
CONTEST INFO
The top "boat" - the top 9 sellers -  will win a Chipotle gift card.
 
The team - the boys vs. the girls - that sells the most wreaths will win a "fun day" of practice....no ergs!
 
 
QUICK SUMMARY
how much are they -  $20 each
 
when are the orders due  - orders due Nov 23
where to send the order forms and the checks Sheila Evans - 3906 Yuma St, NW DC 20016
 
when do we pick up the wreaths - they will be delivered the week of Dec 1 - we'll let you know.
and where to pickup the wreaths  Lisa Tabaku - 1720 Taylor St, NW DC 20011
 
Happy selling!
 
 
 

Wilson Crew has a variety of fundraising opportunities which serve to:
      - build team unity
      - create opportunities for parents to actively participate in various ways
      - let families get to know one another
      
Special Events

The Boosters organize several events each year, including:
      Boathouse Bash:  Annual dinner and auction, held at the charming Potomac Boat Club in Georgetown.  Very casual, lots of fun.  Live and silent auctions, great food and drink.
      Restaurant Nights:  About once a month an area restaurant hosts a benefit; we publicize these events and encourage friends, family and teammates to attend.  A portion of the proceeds are donated to the team.
      Modell's Sporting Goods:  Two times this year, this store will give Wilson shoppers a 10% discount and donate a portion of sale proceeds to Wilson Crew.  (First sale in September and second sale in February before we go on the water, just in time to get cold weather gear.)

Other Fundraising

      Sally Foster Gift Wrap:  Gifts, gift wrap and gourmet goodies; now it's easier than ever -- it's online.  Go to Sallyfoster.com and click "seller selection" at the top of the page, then sign up as a NEW seller.  Wilson High School Crew Boosters, account number FL536749.  50% of sales come back to us.  This can count as partr of your fundraising requirement.

    Giftcards:  Purchase these giftcards for grocery and many other shopping needs.  A percentage of each purchase is donated to Wilson Crew.   

  eScrip:  The easiest fundraiser of all.  By enrolling in this program a percentage of the dollars you spend will come back to Wilson Crew.  You must re-enroll every year.  To enroll for the 2008-2009 school year, sign up before November 1st.  You may also sign up your SAFEWAY BONUS CARD and/or your DEBIT or CREDIT card(s).  To sign up, go to escrip.com and follow the very easy steps.  Search by ID number 500002681 to find Wilson Crew Boosters; you may sign up several cards.  Macy's in the DC metro area and Giant will part of this program soon.

Corporate/Foundation funding:

      We have have won grants from local foundations and organizations in past years and need to continue this success.  If you have contacts or suggestions regarding these significant funding opportunites, or if your employer makes matching gifts, please contact Leslie White at lesliedc@earthlink.net.  Wilson Crew Boosters is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt charitable organization and all donations are fully tax deductible.