This, I believe, is JWI's major fundraiser. The ad book was filled with congratulatory notes from the colleagues of these business leaders. Those same leaders have family & friends who can afford to fly to DC and buy table(s). It's fair to question whether special events are the most efficient way to raise funds, but if you are going to do special events, honoring people with wealthy friends is a good way to ensure you meet fundraising goals.
This, I believe, is JWI's major fundraiser. The ad book was filled with congratulatory notes from the colleagues of these business leaders. Those same leaders have family & friends who can afford to fly to DC and buy table(s). It's fair to question whether special events are the most efficient way to raise funds, but if you are going to do special events, honoring people with wealthy friends is a good way to ensure you meet fundraising goals.