2024 Gather & Give Fundraiser FAQ’s

Message from the Board of Directors

Last year, we moved from a membership model to a per-person charge to attend the Gather & Give fundraiser luncheon. Life Members have been grandfathered and will not have to pay a luncheon fee for the lifetime of their membership.

We believe this solution aligns most with our beloved organization’s priorities of increasing impact, heightening awareness, expanding giving, and maintaining our stellar reputation of excellent stewardship.

Why is Good Friends making this change?

Good Friends takes pride in that 100% of all money raised at the Gather & Give fundraiser goes back into our community. It has been central to Good Friends’ mission since its founding. As costs to host a fundraiser event continue to rise, we returned to a luncheon charge to appropriately cover costs. We shifted from a membership/dues model and replaced it with a per-person charge to attend the luncheon. This allows us to stay true to our mission.

I am a Life Member. What does this change mean for me?

Thank you for your immense support of Good Friends by joining as a Life Member! Your status as a Life Member did not change. Since you committed to membership prior to this update, your attendance at the fundraiser will continue to be at no charge. As a Life Member, you will not be charged for any future luncheon.

How do I know if I am a Life Member?

You may check to see if you are a Good Friends Life Member HERE.

May I still invite guests to the luncheon?

Absolutely and please do! We also hope you will serve as a Hostess. Unless you or your guest/s are Life Members, the $75 fee per seat will apply.

Can I still be a Good Friend even if I cannot attend the luncheon?

Yes, you are a Good Friend by donating to Good Friends Charlotte anytime during the year.

What’s next?

Keep a lookout for our emails. Over the next couple of weeks, you will receive information on how to serve as a hostess and how to reserve your seats.

Have a question and don’t see it answered here? If so, please contact host@goodfriendscharlotte.org.