Support Showcase 2010
The African Student Union at UF was established in December 1972 to support, unite and promote awareness of African issues and culture to all African students at UF and the surrounding community.
Our grandest event is the 38th Annual Showcase which will take place April 10th, 2010 in Gainesville, Florida. Our showcase is the largest display of African Culture in the Southeast organized by African college students. Every year we have had various African dance performances, storytellers, fashion shows, poets, and plenty of free West African food. This year we are trying to provide the community with even bigger entertainment while helping our continent. We would like to make this showcase a type of benefit concert/show, by inviting up and coming African artists residing in the U.S that fulfill our theme this year of “Bridging the Gap”. Profits from the show will go to a noteworthy charity that will help rebuild the infrastructure in various African countries.
Unfortunately, in order to afford these performers along with others we are planning to have, we need financial assistance from you, the African community. Although we are an organization representative of the University of Florida, we are not seen as a top priority by our Student Government when it comes to funding. The only way that booking performers will be possible, is by your support through your donations or sponsorship. We plan to raise $3000 by early February, and with your support you can make this goal a reality.
If you would like to help donate financially please visit our secure website at www.ASUatUF.com. This is the fastest and most secure way for you to donate. Checks can also be made payable to the African Student Union and mailed to 38-310 J. Wayne Reitz Union PO Box 118505 Gainesville, FL 32611. By partnering with us, we will advertise your business or name on our flyers, posters, programs,etc. For more information about the African Student Union and how you or your business could help, feel free to contact us at ufafrisu@gmail.com.
Thank you for your support!
Happy Holidays!