You're Invited: 2026 Signature Event Fundraising Brunch - April in Paris

Join us for a memorable day celebrating Parisian elegance, community, and giving back.

· Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026

· Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

· Venue: The Hotel @ UMD, 7777 Baltimore Ave, College Park, MD 20740

· Afternoon of live entertainment

· Mixing & mingling with fellow supporters

· Scrumptious buffet featuring delicious brunch favorites

· Showcasing your most elegant, Parisian-inspired attire for a truly chic experience

· Capturing the mood & magic to preserve the timeless moments

· Supporting the cause

· Art walk

· Visit to the vineyards

· Cash Bar

· And more….

Your participation helps support our ongoing community initiatives and scholarship programs. Each dollar that is given is more than a donation— it’s an investment in our community and future leaders. Scholarships: Every gift helps a student break barrier, pursue higher education, and unlock their full potential. Community Development: Contribution strengthens neighborhood, builds resources, and creates lasting change that uplifts entire communities. When investing in education and community, you’re planting seeds of progress. These seeds growing into graduates that give back, communities that thrive, and futures filled with promise. Let’s make a difference together while enjoying an enchanting Paris-themed afternoon. We look forward to sharing this magical afternoon with you—merci!

· $115 (Individual seating)

· $920 (Group seating for 8)

· $1,150 (Group seating for 10)

Parisian Inspired: Casual and Sophisticated timeless pieces/Upscale Chic

Donations are accepted through the Coalition for Stronger Community Inc. Paypal link, https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/cscfdn. Please note your donation with your "first and last name, SE26 - Donation.”

The Hotel @ UMD

7777 Baltimore Ave, College Park, Maryland 20740

https://reservations.thehotelumd.com/book/dates-of-stay?groupID=5082388

Please RSVP by purchasing your seat(s) by March 28, 2026.

Parking: Valet ($24), Hotel garage ($12), On-street metered parking may be available.

For questions or more information, contact: [email protected]

Proceeds will go towards S.O.CD. (Scholarship, Operations, & Community Development).

Refund policy: All sales are non-refundable.

Must be 21 to attend and present valid I.D.

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Photographs and/or Audio / Video recordings may be taken at Fort Washington Alumnae Chapter (FWAC) events and may be used in chapter publications, brochures, websites, social media or other printed or digital materials, to promote FWAC. By attending and/or participating in this event you acknowledge that your likeness, captured in photographs and/or audio/video recordings taken at this event, may be used by Fort Washington Alumnae Chapter as described above, without payment of any fees, royalties, special credit, or other compensation.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Hotel at The University of Maryland, 7777 Baltimore Avenue, College Park, United States

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