Fraternal 1 - Spring Symposium — American Fraternal Alliance

Fraternal1 Common Bond Race & Fundraiser

Get ready to cheer for your common bond racecar during our Fraternal1 competition. Remote control cars representing societies’ shared purposes will compete for bragging rights and raise money for a worthy cause. During this fun networking event which kicks off May 1 and crosses the finish line on May 2, attendees will have the chance to watch their favorite car race to victory. Catholics versus Christians, Polish versus Slovaks, Policemen versus Teachers and more – our competition won't leave anyone out! Associate Members, see the “Ways to Donate” section for details on how to get involved.

When:

The first heat will take place during the networking event on May 1st from 3:15 – 4:15 p.m. in the foyer area of the 2nd floor of the conference center.

The final heat will take place during the second pep rally on May 2nd from 9 – 9:30 a.m. Location to be determined.

Why:

For a good cause, of course! This networking fundraiser will support the Gift of Adoption (GOA). This organization helps families get to the financial finish line to complete adoptions which often involve kids with special needs and sibling groups. Alliance CEO Allison Koppel is affiliated with GOA and encourages attendees to support this amazing organization. See below for ways to donate before and during the Spring Symposium.

Ways to Donate:

Stop by the Alliance registration desk and make a donation
If you prefer to make an online donation, click here. If you make an online donation and would like to “purchase” one of the items below, please send an email to info@fraternalalliance.org with those details.
Society Branded Race Car: $2,000 (Alliance-supplied car affixed with society logo. You assign your attendee driver. Includes 1 VIP seat in “gallery”. Must be purchased in advance by April 15.)
Logo over finish line: $2,500 (one total available; includes 1 VIP seat in “gallery”; present winner with trophy at end of event on May 2. Must be purchased in advance by April 15.)
Be the official Race Starter - (Yell Ready/Set/Go) - $1,000 (maximum available = 1) SOLD
Buy an obstacle:
- Your logo on a traffic cone obstacle: $500 SOLD
- Be a human obstacle! Stand in the track at a designated spot and distract drivers: $1,000 (maximum available = 4)
Join Sargeant-at-Arms squad who serve as official judges and help keep order – Only available to Sponsors and Associate Members: $500 (maximum available = 4)
Purchase a seat in the VIP viewing section for the F1 race – $250 each (3 single seats available; 4 are included in other options)

Interested in any of these options? Email info@fraternalalliance.org to claim your spot and obtain the details for your donation.

Who Can Donate & Support the Event:

Any society, company or person can make a general donation in advance or on site.
Any society, company or person can buy an obstacle or VIP seat, be the starter, or sponsor the finish line.
Only fraternal benefit societies may purchase a race car.
Only sponsors and associate members may join the Sargeant-at-Arms

The Alliance team will provide directions on how the races will be conducted at the event. Each common bond will have the opportunity to determine who drives and time will be set aside for “practice rounds”. If you have questions about this event or the Gift of Adoption, please send an email to info@fraternalalliance.org.