Centurions NOW - December 12, 2022
Dec 12, 2022
COMMUNITY LINC CENTURIONS CHALLENGE
The Centurions Alumni Projects Committee is excited to partner with Community LINC to host a volunteer challenge to support the organization. This challenge is open to all Actives and Alumni and those who complete all three challenges will be entered into a raffle drawing.
Challenge one: Coat Drive
NEED: They are especially in need of XL, plus size, and in particular men’s coats. But please bring any and all.
WHERE: Please bring the coats to our Alumni Holiday Social December 13, 2022. If you are not able to attend, please arrange pickup/drop off with Gretchen FitzGerald (Gretchen.FitzGerald@BlueKC.com).
Challenge two: Adopt a family
NEED: Donate money to help adopt a family of five.
WHERE: Send donation via Venmo to @centurionsKC. The total will be donated to Community LINC on behalf of Centurions. The deadline to donate is December 17.
Challenge three: Volunteer
NEED: December 17! Hours between 8:30-12:30 pm for volunteering for move-in. Two shifts.
WHERE: Community LINC apartments. 4012 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64110
ALUMNI: Signup to volunteer HERE
ACTIVES: Signup to volunteer HERE
PINNACLE
IUC: ALCOHOL & DRUG ABUSE – AWARENESS, PREVENTION, & RECOVERY
December 12, 2022
3:45-5:00 p.m.
During this Issues Up Close session, leaders from First Call will lead a discussion on substance abuse awareness, prevention and recovery and the impact that it has on the larger Kansas City community, including how to create sober friendly/sober curious work and civic environments that promote inclusivity of all. First Call is a non-profit organization that provides clinical, educational and prevention services to individuals and families in the Greater Kansas City area impacted by substance use disorders. Register here >>
CENTURIONS ACTIVES AND ALUMNI – ANNUAL HOLIDAY SOCIAL
December 13, 2022
5-8:00 p.m.
Feeling festive? Join us for the annual Centurions holiday mixer bringing together all Actives and Alumni for a jolly good time. We’ll toast the season and celebrate another year of Centurions at CrossFirst Bank on the Country Club Plaza, where we will have an amazing view of the Plaza lights. Registration is currently full for the event, feel free to add yourself to the waiting list. If you are registered but no longer able to attend, please let Chamber staff know. Register here >>
IUC: PREPARING FOR THE NFL DRAFT
January 12, 2023
3-4:45 p.m.
Are you excited about Kansas City hosting the NFL Draft in 2023? Join us to learn what Kansas City is doing to prepare for the NFL Draft and how our city intends to make this a great experience for fans, tourists, and KC residents. Our speaker will explore logistical and social issues related to hosting the draft in Kansas City and how you can help make the draft a success. Register here >>
INTERNATIONAL SOCIAL DANCING
January 13, 2023
5-8:00 p.m.
Join us for a night of social dancing! All levels of dancers are welcome! Instructors from Redux Society will be teaching an introduction to bachata, salsa, and kizomba class. Please arrive by 5 p.m. for some light appetizers and a welcome drink. A cash bar will be available throughout the rest of the night. Dance lessons will begin at 5:30 p.m. and conclude at 7:30 p.m. Feel free to register and bring a guest, but a dance partner is not required! Register here >>
CLASS OF 2023 GRADUATION
January 20, 2023
7-10:00 p.m.
They’ve learned, they’ve served and they’ve led. Now, join us as they graduate! The Social Committee cordially invites you to gather with your fellow Centurions and their guests as we celebrate the important work that the Second Years have achieved during their time with us. We’ll also announce the winners of three big honors—Centurion of the Year, Outstanding First Year and Task Force of the Year. Deadline to register is December 12, 2022. Register here >>
REMINDER: SIGN UP TO ACCESS SERVICE PROJECTS ON VOLUNTEERMARK
There are several volunteer opportunities that are open and are on a first-come, first-served basis.
Ready to serve? Check out VolunteerMark for a few opportunities that are still in need of volunteers. Check the calendar regularly as new projects are added weekly and look for newsletter announcements or GroupMe to sign-up for projects in which spots still need to be filled.
Upcoming Projects In Need of Volunteers:
- December 13 – School of Economics Marketplace
- December 14 – School of Economics Marketplace
- December 14 – Reach out and Read KC moving day
- December 14 – Snow Much Fun
- December 15 – School of Economics Marketplace
- December 15 – Snow Much Fun
- December 15 – Reach out and Read KC moving day
- December 16 – School of Economics Marketplace
- December 16 – Reach out and Read KC moving day
- December 17 – Community LINC
- December 22 – Salvation Army Bell Ringing
- December 22 – Turkey De-boning
APEX
CENTURIONS ACTIVES AND ALUMNI – ANNUAL HOLIDAY SOCIAL
December 13, 2022
5-8:00 p.m.
Feeling festive? Join us for the annual Centurions holiday mixer bringing together all Actives and Alumni for a jolly good time. We’ll toast the season and celebrate another year of Centurions at CrossFirst Bank on the Country Club Plaza, where we will have an amazing view of the Plaza lights. Registration is currently full for the event, feel free to add yourself to the waiting list. If you are registered but no longer able to attend, please let Chamber staff know. Register here >>
SOCIAL LUNCH
December 14, 2022
11:30-1:00 p.m.
Recurring Social Lunches will be held at various locations around KC on the Second Friday of every month. Check GroupMe for locations and specific event contact people each month. Lunches will be available for purchase at the venue. Please register for the event on GroupMe so we will have an accurate headcount for the event.
IUC: ALCOHOL & DRUG ABUSE – AWARENESS, PREVENTION, & RECOVERY
December 12, 2022
3:45-5:00 p.m.
During this Issues Up Close session, leaders from First Call will lead a discussion on substance abuse awareness, prevention and recovery and the impact that it has on the larger Kansas City community, including how to create sober friendly/sober curious work and civic environments that promote inclusivity of all. First Call is a non-profit organization that provides clinical, educational and prevention services to individuals and families in the Greater Kansas City area impacted by substance use disorders. Register here >>
SOCIAL COFFEE
January 11, 2022
8-9:30 a.m.
Recurring Social Coffees will be held at various locations around KC on the First Wednesday of every month. Check Official GroupMe for locations and specific event contact people each month. Coffees will be available for purchase at the venue. Please register for the event on GroupMe so we will have an accurate headcount for the event.
IUC: PREPARING FOR THE NFL DRAFT
January 12, 2023
3-4:45 p.m.
Are you excited about Kansas City hosting the NFL Draft in 2023? Join us to learn what Kansas City is doing to prepare for the NFL Draft and how our city intends to make this a great experience for fans, tourists, and KC residents. Our speaker will explore logistical and social issues related to hosting the draft in Kansas City and how you can help make the draft a success. Register here >>
REMINDER: SIGN UP TO ACCESS SERVICE PROJECTS ON VOLUNTEERMARK
There are several contact-free, small group, or outdoor volunteer opportunities that are now open and are on a first-come, first-served basis.
Ready to serve? Check out VolunteerMark for a few opportunities that are still in need of volunteers. Check the calendar regularly as new projects are added weekly and look for newsletter announcements or GroupMe to sign-up for projects in which spots still need to be filled.
Upcoming Projects In Need of Volunteers:
- December 13 – School of Economics Marketplace
- December 14 – School of Economics Marketplace
- December 14 – Reach out and Read KC moving day
- December 14 – Snow Much Fun
- December 15 – School of Economics Marketplace
- December 15 – Snow Much Fun
- December 15 – Reach out and Read KC moving day
- December 16 – School of Economics Marketplace
- December 16 – Reach out and Read KC moving day
- December 17 – Community LINC
- December 22 – Salvation Army Bell Ringing
- December 22 – Turkey De-boning
ALUMNI
CENTURIONS ACTIVES AND ALUMNI – ANNUAL HOLIDAY SOCIAL
December 13, 2022
5-8:00 p.m.
Feeling festive? Join us for the annual Centurions holiday mixer bringing together all Actives and Alumni for a jolly good time. We’ll toast the season and celebrate another year of Centurions at CrossFirst Bank on the Country Club Plaza, where we will have an amazing view of the Plaza lights. Registration is currently full for the event, feel free to add yourself to the waiting list. If you are registered but no longer able to attend, please let Chamber staff know. Register here >>
CENTURIONS ALUMNI SATISFACTION SURVEY
The Alumni Board is instituting a new annual survey to hype engagement and ensure it is set up to exceed expectations moving forward.
- As a reminder, Centurions Alumni dues ($75/annual) go toward:
- Alumni programing, including the annual Homecoming event each Spring
- Existing scholarships for actives, including the DEI Legacy full-ride scholarship
- Guaranteed access to the annual Alumni Directory and more