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                                                      within walking distance from the convention hotel. The venue

                                                      prominently displayed the  Foundation  logo on the  pianos
                                                      and video screens throughout  the two-level space.  They
                                                      also provided hors d’oeuvres offered by roving servers and a
                                                      delicious buffet to enjoy as the pianists performed hit songs,
                                                      primarily  from the  60s  and 70s.  Guests enjoyed requesting
                                                      their favorite songs  and  singing  and  dancing  along  to  the
                                                      music.
                                                          The interactive event allowed state  organizations or
                                                      chapters to display a favorite motto or saying on the lighted

                                                      mirrors for the price of a tip. The management noticed the
                                                      spirit and energy of DKGIEF’s guests, sharing, “This is the most
                                                      enthusiastic group we have had in weeks!” The DKGIEF Board
                                                      extends their sincere appreciation to the members and guests
        Author Margot Lee Shetterly presents at the   who supported  the  Foundation during  the  Bobby McKey’s
        Wednesday luncheon.
                                                      event.
            Besides these events, DKGIEF directors created two convenient ways for members to donate at any time.

        First, an area was marked on the convention registration form where members could choose to donate to the
        Area of Greatest Need. Second, those who purchased a beautiful 2024 DKG Convention pin featuring the Capital
        Wheel from Award Concepts also donated to DKGIEF, as Award Concepts is donating half of the proceeds from
        the sale of each convention pin to the Foundation.
            The Foundation appreciates individuals, chapters, and state organizations for their generous contributions.
        To show appreciation, individual donors received DKGIEF Donor and DKGIEF Luminary convention ribbons to
        wear. On the Foundation web page, members will find a complete list, organized by DKGIEF Donor Recognition
        Level, of the individuals, chapters, and state organizations who contributed to DKGIEF.
                       See page 13 to learn more about how you can maximize your contributions to DKGIEF.




























        Attendees enjoyed a rockin’ night at Bobby McKey’s Dueling Piano Bar.


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