Join us for HSZ&W's SECOND Annual Community Connections Event - 

TRUE COLORS

80’s Dance Party & Fundraiser!

🌈 Get ready to rewind to the neon decade and dance the night away at our totally rad 2nd Annual HSZW “True Colors” 80s Dance Party & Fundraiser! 🎉

Join us for a blast from the past as we transport you back to the era of big hair, leg warmers, and vibrant tunes, all in support of our vibrant Trans and Nonbinary community.

🎶 Groove to the beats of your favorite 80s hits spun by a DJ, who will be mixing the best tracks from Cindy Lauper to Run-DMC and everything in between. Break out your best dance moves and show off your retro style!

🌟 Dress to impress in your finest 80s attire – think fluorescent colors, spandex, shoulder pads, and don't forget the glitter! Costumes are optional but encouraged, so bring your A-game and let's see your best throwback fashion.

🍹 Quench your thirst with cocktails and mocktails at the cash bar, along with delicious bites to keep you energized as you groove through the night.

🎉 But wait, there's more! Get ready for a silent auction, a photo booth, and prizes for the top fundraisers. It's going to be totally tubular!

🌈 Your ticket purchase and contributions will directly support HSZW’s mission - to support Transgender and Nonbinary people by empowering their families, communities, and allies to create life-saving, inclusive environments.

So lace up those roller skates, tease that hair, and let's make memories as we dance for a cause at our TRUE COLORS - 80’s DANCE PARTY!!

📅 Date: March 23, 2024

🕖 Time: 6-10pm

📍 Location: Diversity Richmond

🎟️ Tickets: $40 in advance, $50 at the door. 

Let's make this night one for the history books!

If you’d like to fundraise to help us grow and reach more families that need our education, support, and advocacy services, here’s how it works:

1. Sign up to fundraise by clicking “I want to fundraise for this” button above and create your own “Dance Team”

2. Follow the prompts sent to your email to customize your campaign

3. Invite your friends and family to help you reach your goal
   
   

Prizes will be given to the team who raises the most money as well as to the one with the highest number of supporters. 

FAQ:

• Do I need a ticket to attend?
  Yes! If you plan to come to the event, you can purchase a ticket here: True Colors Dance Party Ticket Order Form!
  
  

• Is there a minimum amount to fundraise?
  There is no minimum. However, set your own goal high, and ask others to join in giving!
  
  

• What if I don’t want to dance, can I still fundraise?
  Yes! You don’t have to dance OR wear a costume in order to fundraise.
  
  

• If I don’t want to fundraise, can I still attend? 
  Sure. Simply click here and purchase a ticket to attend. Bring some friends, too!
  
  

• What if I don’t want to dance or fundraise? Can I still attend?
  Yes! Simply click here and purchase a ticket to attend. We would love to see you there! 
  
  

• Will there be food and drinks? 
  Yes! There will be appetizers and sweet treats provided with a cash bar and mocktails for purchase.

• Can I sponsor this event?
  We have many options for sponsorships with perks! Click here for sponsorship information.
  
  

WHY we need YOU

There is an attack on transgender youth and their families right now in Virginia and all across the US. Your support is crucial so that we can continue to organically expand to bring our vital programming to more neighborhoods and communities. If we can grow our capacity by hiring additional staff, we can reach more families that need our education, support, and advocacy services.

YOUR DONATION IS CRUCIAL TO OUR WORK. In addition to helping us host this signature event, your contribution will go directly to support our programming:

• Provide training for our volunteer facilitators and organizers that provide support directly to the families we serve.

• Provide professional development training to schools so they know how to work with transgender and nonbinary students.

• Support Family Connections monthly social program for K-12 students and their families in Hampton Roads, Blue Ridge, New River Valley, Hill City, Northern Virginia, and Central Virginia regions.

• Buy books for our lending libraries that every In-person HSZ&W meeting is building to support their attendees.

• Increase our outreach efforts at community events across Virginia.

• Support transgender and nonbinary individuals as guest speakers, sharing their personal experiences with others.