Celebrity Waiter Fundraiser Gala
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Phi Alpha Omega Chapter and the Tea Rose Foundation of Northwest Arkansas proudly present the 26th Annual Celebrity Waiter Fundraising Gala: The Opulent Ivy—Honoring Excellence in Athletics & Community Impact.
This annual tradition is one of Northwest Arkansas’s premier philanthropic events, blending elegance, entertainment, and purpose. Our “celebrity waiters”—current and former collegiate and professional athletes, athletic trainers, and athletic managers—will bring energy and fun to the evening as they serve guests and compete for the most “tips,” all in the spirit of raising funds for scholarships and community programs.
The Celebrity Waiter Gala is more than a celebration—it is a fundraiser with lasting impact. Proceeds from the evening directly support the philanthropic and educational work of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Phi Alpha Omega Chapter, and the Tea Rose Foundation of NWA. Together, these organizations fund:
Guests can look forward to:
General admission tickets are $125 and include dinner and access to all evening activities. VIP tickets are $150, which include an exclusive reception, a commemorative gift, and preferred seating.
Join the fun, support your favorite waiter, bid on one-of-a-kind auction items, and help us reach our fundraising goal! Every contribution makes a difference.
Your presence at the 26th Annual Celebrity Waiter Gala ensures that we can continue to provide scholarships, uplift families, and drive meaningful change in Northwest Arkansas. We invite you to be part of this unforgettable evening of purpose, elegance, and impact.
Saturday, November 8, 2025
Embassy Suites, Rogers, AR
7PM
Attire: Formal
This annual tradition is one of Northwest Arkansas’s premier philanthropic events, blending elegance, entertainment, and purpose. Our “celebrity waiters”—current and former collegiate and professional athletes, athletic trainers, and athletic managers—will bring energy and fun to the evening as they serve guests and compete for the most “tips,” all in the spirit of raising funds for scholarships and community programs.
The Celebrity Waiter Gala is more than a celebration—it is a fundraiser with lasting impact. Proceeds from the evening directly support the philanthropic and educational work of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Phi Alpha Omega Chapter, and the Tea Rose Foundation of NWA. Together, these organizations fund:
- Scholarships for deserving high school and college students in Northwest Arkansas.
- Community service initiatives that promote education, health, and economic empowerment.
- Collaborations with local nonprofits that address urgent needs such as food insecurity, youth mentorship, and family support.
Guests can look forward to:
- Live entertainment from the dynamic Rodney Block Collective, a regional favorite known for their jazz, soul, and R&B fusion.
- Casino-style gaming, live and silent auctions, and a 50/50 raffle, offering exciting opportunities to give while having fun.
- Celebrity Waiter fun, as our athlete waiters showcase their personalities, charm, and competitive spirit while raising funds at their tables.
General admission tickets are $125 and include dinner and access to all evening activities. VIP tickets are $150, which include an exclusive reception, a commemorative gift, and preferred seating.
Join the fun, support your favorite waiter, bid on one-of-a-kind auction items, and help us reach our fundraising goal! Every contribution makes a difference.
Your presence at the 26th Annual Celebrity Waiter Gala ensures that we can continue to provide scholarships, uplift families, and drive meaningful change in Northwest Arkansas. We invite you to be part of this unforgettable evening of purpose, elegance, and impact.
Saturday, November 8, 2025
Embassy Suites, Rogers, AR
7PM
Attire: Formal
