Transforming Families Luncheon

Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Earle Brown Heritage Center, Brooklyn Center
Noon – 1:00 pm

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Support DAP by becoming a Table Captain today!

Being a Table Captain is one of the most impactful ways you can influence the success of our fundraising efforts and help DAP to provide hope and healing to the families in our community. Any individual, couple, company or group can be a Table Captain.

What does a Table Captain do?

A Table Captain invites 9-11 other people to join them at their table to learn more about the work that DAP has been doing in our community for 30 years. Family, friends, neighbors and work colleagues make excellent potential guests. The luncheon is free to you and your guests. Although everyone will be asked to consider a contribution, there is no minimum and no maximum gift level. It will be our job to inspire your guests to give.

Why should I be a Table Captain?

Not only do you raise money to support DAP’s efforts, your friends will appreciate you for introducing them to DAP. You are giving them the opportunity to support DAP’s mission to promote safe and healthy family relationships by stopping domestic violence as it occurs and working to prevent it in the future. By bringing new people to the luncheon, you are expanding our community of supporters essential to the growth and stability of DAP’s programs. Our goal is for you to feel very proud of your connection to DAP and of your role as a Table Captain.

What if I can’t fill a table?

There is no penalty if you can’t fill a table. We can often help you fill your table or you can choose to co-captain a table with a friend.

How do I begin to fill my table?

Filling your table begins with extending the invitation. The best invitation for your guests is a personal one. Invite them in person, by telephone or even email. DAP can provide a sample evite. When a guest accepts your invitation, you will send them a Save The Date postcard or e-postcard, provided to you by DAP. Follow up with phone calls and/or emails to re-confirm their attendance a week before the luncheon.

Are there any “veteran” Table Captains that can share their experiences?

Yes. Join us for one of our two scheduled Table Captain Kickoff events in August. The first one, on August 21 from Noon – 1:30pm, is combined with our Justice Tour at the Public Safety Facility in Minneapolis. We will provide lunch. The second Table Captain Kickoff, August 26 from 5:00 – 6:00pm, will be held at DAP’s main office and refreshments will be provided.

But there is no need to wait until the Kickoff to start inviting your guests. Start today!

Our goal for 2009 is to have 50 Table Captains. We invite you to join us this year as a Table Captain and a champion for families in our community!

If you have questions about being a Table Captain or would like to learn more about the Transforming Families luncheon, please contact Sonia Palmer at spalmer@mndap.org or 612.874.7063 x217.

Comments from past luncheon guests…

“I was really nervous about inviting my friends, because I didn’t want them to feel uncomfortable. But after the luncheon THEY were thanking ME for inviting them!”

-Table Captain

“Thank you for the work you do, I’m happy to support DAP’s mission.”

-Luncheon Guest

“I thought it would be hard to fill a table of ten, but it was easy. I was surprised at how willing my co-workers were to join me.”

-Table Captain

“A powerful, moving and inspiring luncheon! I’ll be back next year.”

-Luncheon Guest