Purses with Purpose 2024
Gala/Party for Mckinney Education FoundationOct 23, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Deadline: September 6, 2024
Who's Going
Fundraising Goal $350,000
Expected Attendance 450
Reach 10,000
Ticket Price $250
Metro Area Dallas, TX
Exempt Status 501(c)(3) (IRS Form 990 Filed)
Nonprofit Category B - Education
Attendee Gender Ratio 25% Male, 75% Female
Potential Item Uses Online Auction Silent Auction
How Donors Promoted Event Program
Attendee Ages 25-34 Years 35-44 Years 45-54 Years 55-64 Years 65+ Years
Attendees' Children's
Ages Unsure
Special
Populations Moms Active People Health Conscious
Description
Our signature event of the year, Purses with Purpose will be held on October 23rd. This event is all about FUN and supporting MEF flagship programs, including:
- Scholarships – Awarding over $800,000 in scholarships to graduating high school seniors this year!
- College Advisors – Assisting students and families navigate college and vocational program applications, admissions, & financial aid!
- Classroom Grants – Granting over $100,000 towards new & innovative educational projects across all grade levels this year!
Our popular Purses with Purpose event will fill the McKinney Sheraton Hotel event space with game-show style games, designer handbags, and over 400 guests gathered to make a difference in a child’s life through education! The event committee is working hard to make this year the best yet. Guests will enjoy dinner and wine while playing games, earning chances to win designer handbags, bidding on a silent auction, and enjoying a new Top Model competition.

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