What: Thirty-five African American men will walk side-by-side with African-American boys — the leaders of tomorrow — at the annual Well-Suited Tuxedo event committed to the growth and development of the next generation.
The men come donning their best suits and tuxedos and spend the afternoon teaching the young boys how to prepare to live their best lives. The youth learn grooming techniques, how to tie a tie, important manners and even dress up in a tuxedo of their own. The special event is designed to instill positivity, pride and purpose in African American boys.
The men and boys participate in a community walk starting at Beyond the Baseline, 1540 West 12th Street in Davenport, and continuing along 12th Street to the Putnam Museum amd Science Center to proudly show off their tuxedos. Members of the community are welcome to line the streets to support the boys.
Following the community walk, keynote speaker Skubie Mageza of KWQC will share his own personal story of overcoming obstacles to achieve success.
When: Sunday, June 9 (see schedule below)
Time Activity
1:30–2:30PM Boys arrive and prepare for the dinner
2:30–2:45PM Community Walk from Beyond the Baseline to Putnam
2:45-3:45PM Photoshoot with men and boys
4pm Program starts
5pm Dinner
Who: Contact United Way of the Quad Cities African American Leadership Society Manager Tracy White for interviews.
Visuals: Media will have the opportunity to capture photos and b-roll of the group walking in the Tuxedo Walk and learning throughout the program.
Media RSVP: Please contact Sarah Larson, slarson@mindfirecomm.com, (855) 646-3347 x220.
For more information about United Way of the Quad Cities, visitwww.unitedwayqc.org.
