Join Us for the 40th Annual Black & Gold Gala

The Ira Dorsey Scholarship Endowment Fund (IDSEF) is thrilled to host its 40th Annual Black & Gold Gala, a distinguished scholarship gala celebrating 40 years of empowering future leaders through education.

📅 Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025

🕕 Time: 6:00 p.m. – Midnight

📍 Location: Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel

2800 S. Potomac Ave., Arlington, VA 22202

🎉 Event Schedule:

    • 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.: Cocktail Hour

    • 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.: Formal Program (Dinner & Awards)

    • 9:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.: After-Party Celebration

For the past 40 years, the IDSEF has proudly awarded over $500,000 in scholarships to nearly 300 students, advancing its mission to uplift the next generation of leaders. Your attendance at this milestone event supports these life-changing initiatives.

🎟️ Ticket Options:

    • Early Bird Admission: $175 (Limited Availability)

    • General Admission: $195

    • Early Bird Table (10 Seats): $1,750

    • General Table (10 Seats): $1,950

    • VIP Table (10 Seats + Premium Seating & Exclusive Perks): $2,500

📢 Secure Your Tickets Today: https://bit.ly/blackandgoldgala

For questions or sponsorship inquiries, please contact Chair Burt Foster at burt.foster44@gmail.com.

Join us for this elegant evening of celebration, community, and purpose. Together, we’ll honor our scholarship recipients, recognize our impact, and celebrate 40 years of transformative work.