Dueling for Schooling Fundraiser

{"version":"0.3.0","atoms":[],"cards":[],"markups":[["strong"],["b"],["a",["href","mailto:jtipton@aiaakron.org"]],["a",["href","https:\/\/aiaakron.square.site\/shop\/design-awards-celebration\/9 ","target","_blank"]]],"sections":[[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"\n"],[0,[0],1,"AIA Akron\u0027s much-anticipated annual fundraiser"],[0,[],0," is just around the corner, and we\u0027re excited to extend our warm invitation for you to join us!"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[0],1,"Once again at Our Lady of the Cedars in Fairlawn, Ohio, the festivities will kick off at 5:30 PM on Thursday, November 9, 2023. "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"As a proud supporter of education and aspiring architects in our region, AIA Akron is thrilled to announce a significant change to our annual fundraiser. This year, we are dedicated to raising funds for student support. Local students face financial hardships while pursuing their passion for architecture. Your generous donation will directly impact aspiring architects by:"]]],[3,"ul",[[[0,[0],1,"Providing Scholarships:"],[0,[],0," Your contribution helps provide scholarships that ease the financial burden for architecture students at Kent State University\u0027s College of Architecture and Environmental Design, allowing them to focus on their studies and achieve academic excellence."]],[[0,[0],1,"Enhancing Technology Resources:"],[0,[],0," The architectural field relies heavily on cutting-edge technology. Your support enables AIA Akron to provide tools students and young professionals need (such as laptops and ARE study materials), empowering them to excel in their coursework and projects."]],[[0,[0],1,"Facilitating Workshops and Events:"],[0,[],0," The fund supports AIA Akron\u2019s \u201cFirm Crawl\u201d visits and educational programs, offering real-world experiences that prepare students for successful careers in architecture."]]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"This exciting event will feature dueling pianos, a silent auction, raffles, and various prizes available to our attendees. With a variety of ways to participate, we hope you can join us either as a sponsor, donor, or attendee. "]]],[1,"h3",[[0,[],0,"\n\n"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[1],1,"If you would\nlike to donate silent auction items,"],[0,[],0," reach out to\nJillian R. Tipton, AIA Akron\u2019s Executive Director before October 27, 2023, by\nemailing "],[0,[2],1,"jtipton@aiaakron.org"],[0,[],0,".\n"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"\n\n"],[0,[1],1,"If you would\nlike to participate as a sponsor or attendee "],[0,[],0,"and purchase\nevent tickets, visit "],[0,[3],1,"https:\/\/aiaakron.square.site\/shop\/design-awards-celebration\/9 "],[0,[],0,"\n\n"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Thank you for\nyour consideration and support. Together, we can foster a new generation of\narchitects who will shape our communities and transform the world through their\ninnovative designs and vision."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"With\ngratitude,"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[1],1,"AIA Akron Fundraising Committee"],[0,[],0,"\n "]]],[3,"ul",[[[0,[],0,"Melinda Scalfaro, AIA, SoL Harris\/Day Architecture \n "]],[[0,[],0,"Elizabeth Eaken, AIA, Metis Construction\n "]],[[0,[],0,"Julie Whyte, AIA, SoL Harris\/Day\n Architecture \n "]],[[0,[],0,"Dana Libert, AIA, PRIME AE Group, Inc.\n \n "]],[[0,[],0,"Ashley Lyons, AIA, CESO Inc.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n"]]]]]}