FE is giving back..Le Sanctuary Book Club & Red Carpet Events Presents: A Gathering of Family & Friends...The ALL White Edition

Hey guys, our owner, Reagan Sidney, is working on an amazing fundraiser AND phenomenal event. She wholeheartedly believes that she has been given a plethora of gifts and so she must give back to the society that has given HER so much. So with that being said, we present to you an amazing event that will take place during the Essence Music Festival 2013. Take a few minutes to read through the information, process it, and then CONTACT US to be apart of something great!!!!

Check out our video from last year's event! 

Our Event/Our Audience

On Saturday, July 6, 2013, Le Sanctuary Book Club of New Orleans will produce a scholarship fundraising event during the Essence Music Festival in New Orleans, La.

 

This event will be an all-white affair vs. the formal luncheon that we’ve produced in past years and we’ve partnered with Dr. Stan Wiltz of Red Carpet Events to do it BIG! Introducing: Le Sanctuary Book Club and Red Carpet Entertainment Presents: A Gathering of Family and Friends…The ALL White Edition.  The daytime party is open to everyone.  Our hosts for the event will be Thomasina “GooGoo” Atkins, reality TV star and celebrity stylist AND Keenan Lewis, cornerback for the New Orleans Saints. Special invited guests include: Robert Pack, NBA Coach | Mike McKenzie, former NFL player | Deuce McAllister, former NFL player. Local businessman, Nathanael K. Scales of NKS Enterprises, serves as Honorary Chair.

 

The ticketed event will take place at The Stage Door Canteen, located inside The American Sector in The National WWII Museum, 945 Magazine St. in the Warehouse District from 1:00pm-4:00pm. The daytime party has a two-fold purpose. First, to raise money for Le Sanctuary’s scholarship program which benefits college bound seniors attending a Louisiana university. Secondly, this party with a purpose will give local New Orleanians and Essence Fest goers from around the world a unique Essence Music Festival experience by offering a chance to gather, fellowship and network…New Orleans style.

 

Angela Young, founder/president of Le Sanctuary Book Club said, “Each year we try to incorporate new and exciting experiences for our guests and this year won’t be any different.  I’m especially excited about this year because we will award book scholarships to 6 graduating seniors that are headed to a Louisiana university in the fall of 2013 and 2 first year graduate students.  Guests come from Atlanta, New York, Memphis, Houston, Dallas, Washington, DC etc.  We hope to attract people from all over the world. Our goal is to provide a great opportunity for a positive networking experience and a chance to make a difference in the lives of young people in New Orleans.”

 

This year marks the 9th anniversary of the gathering and we never know who’s going to stop by this party with a fantastic purpose! El Debarge (RB singer/songwriter), Wendell Pierce (Actor), Fred Hammond (Gospel singer/songwriter/producer), NO Saints and other NFL football players, Antonia “Toya” Wright (Reality TV star, best-selling author), popular radio personalities etc. are amongst the many high profilers that have been in attendance in years past. 

 

Daphney Young, vice-president of Le Sanctuary said, “Our book club has always been a place of growth and sharing amongst women.  We promote reading because we realize the impact that literacy has in the lives of individuals. Our goal is to continue to make a difference because we are women empowered through words”.

 

about Le Sanctuary

Le Sanctuary was formed in October, 2003.  The vision of the book club is to promote stimulation for a diverse group of women both socially and mentally through reading, culture and outreach.  Le Sanctuary provides an opportunity for women to escape from the mundane routine of everyday life (i.e. husbands, children, jobs etc.). The organization is a sanctuary for all of its members.  Le Sanctuary Book Club is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to serving the community and helping to meet the needs of people through various outreach activities and events (i.e. sponsoring Le Sanctuary Too, a book club for 6^th & 7^th graders at Fannie C. Williams, McDonough 15 and Benjamin E. Mayes Prepatory School, facilitating a coat drive that benefited the women of Bellereve (a facility that houses women with HIV), participating in the UNCF Walk/Run, sponsoring a bead drive that benefited The Strive Center, etc.

 

Sponsorship Levels

 

Premium Sponsor for $1000 and you will receive the following:

·       Reserved table with seating for five (5 tickets to event)

·       Personal wait service

·       Prominent mention in printed program

·       Acknowledged throughout the event

·       Large company logo placed on all world wide marketing

·       A Scholarship will be awarded in your name or the name of your company

·       Allowed to distribute promotional literature

 

 

 

Gold Level Sponsor for $750 and you will receive the following:

•        Reserve table with seating for five (5 tickets to event)

•        Mention in program

•        Acknowledged during the event

•        Medium company logo placed on all world wide marketing

 

Silver Level Sponsor for $500 and you will receive the following:

•        Reserved table with seating for three (3 tickets to event)

•        Mention in program

 

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You can support by making a contribution of any amount and/or by purchasing tickets. Tickets are $40. Purchase tickets online: www.lesanctuary.org.

 

Celebrity Supporters Quotes:

Deuce McAllister said: “I am happy to be a part of Le Sanctuary Book Club’s “give back” event. I understand that education is a critical key to success. Everyone has something to teach and the Catch 22 Foundation is glad to support this great event.”

 

Keenan Lewis said: “Higher education is so important for young ladies. I am the father of a little girl and I am teaching her the importance of education now. So it’s my pleasure to support Le Sanctuary Book Club and their scholarship fund.”

 

Dr. Stan “Big Stan” Wiltz said, “There are several times in our lives where we can do something to touch another person's life, but so often do we refuse to acknowledge that call. Well on Saturday, July 6th, don't ignore Le Sanctuary Book Club's calling and come support the beautiful young ladies that this event will touch!” 

 

“GooGoo” said, “It breaks my heart to know that there are hardworking young adults out there who are striving for excellence, and are limited only because they lack the financial backing necessary to equip themselves on their educational journey. When the scholarship recipients prove that they want it, Le Sanctuary is there to help by providing resources. It does my heart good to be a part of such an organization. Le Sanctuary, I salute you.”

 

Thank you very much for your careful consideration and generous donation in advance. Please don’t hesitate to contact us at 504.905.0385 or foresceneevents@gmail.com with questions and/or comments. With your support, we can make a difference!