5th Annual divine nine membership drive - complete rules
1. Eligibility:
The 2024 Divine Nine Competitive Membership Drive is open to chapters and members of Divine Nine organizations. The Divine Nine organizations include Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. (AΦA), Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. (AKA), Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. (KAΨ), Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. (ΔΣΘ), Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. (ΩΨΦ), Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. (ΦBΣ), Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. (ZΦB), Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. (ΣΓΡ), and Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. (ΙΦΘ).
Entrants must be 18 years or older and a current member of one of these organizations as of their entry date to qualify. This membership drive is subject to federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Participants in this competition agree that non-members are prohibited from purchasing, owning, or possessing items designated for Divine Nine organizations, except when purchasing for the benefit of an NPHC member.
2. Sponsorship:
The sponsor is the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, located at 315 E. Warren Ave, Detroit, MI 48201. The museum will conduct the 2024 Divine Nine Competitive Membership Drive as described in these Official Rules.
3. Agreement to Rules:
By entering the 2024 Divine Nine Competitive Membership Drive, entrants ("You") agree to abide by the Official Rules and decisions of the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, which are fully binding. The museum reserves the right to refuse, withdraw, or disqualify any entry at its discretion. By entering, you confirm that you meet the eligibility requirements outlined in the Official Rules and accept the museum's decisions as final.
4. 2024 Divine Nine Competitive Membership Drive Entry Period:
The promotion begins on November 1, 2024, at 12:00 AM Eastern Standard Time and ends on December 31, 2024, at 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time. Entries must be received within this period to be eligible.
5. How to Enter:
Eligible entrants can participate by submitting a membership application via the online form at thewright.org. All entries must meet the membership drive requirements specified in the Official Rules. Incomplete applications or those that do not comply will be disqualified.
During the competition period, points will be awarded for the purchase, renewal, or gifting of select memberships and related Divine Nine merchandise sold online.
Point Values:
- 5 Points: Divine Nine membership
- 2 Points: Family membership
- 2 Points: Individual membership
- 1 Point: College Student membership
- 1 Point: Senior (62+) membership
- 1 Point: Purchase of a "THIS IS OUR MUSEUM" shirt
Points are weighted by the national organization’s overall membership, resulting in a percentage. The top fraternity and sorority with the highest percentages will win the competition, and the chapters generating the most points for their organizations will be awarded the grand prize: a complimentary rental of the Ford Freedom Rotunda at The Wright.
The Metro Detroit NPHC will assist in coordination and communications as an impartial body.
6. Prizes:
The two winners of the 2024 Divine Nine Competitive Membership Drive will each receive one complimentary rental* of the Ford Freedom Rotunda. The winners will be announced on MLK Day 2025, January 20, 2025.
The grand prize must be claimed and booked by February 28, 2025, 4:59 PM Eastern Time, or it may be forfeited. Reservations are valid from March 1, 2025, through July 31, 2025, pending availability. Mondays, Tuesdays, and federally observed holidays are excluded from booking. Other restrictions may apply. For complete contest rules, visit thewright.org or contact the membership department at (313) 494-5800 or membership@thewright.org.
The rental value is $5,000.00 USD, and it is non-transferable. No cash alternatives will be awarded. Winners are responsible for all event-related expenses beyond the rental fee, including A/V support, catering, equipment rental, décor, and other event expenses.
*The complimentary rental includes up to four hours of event time, with an additional two hours for set-up and one hour for post-event teardown. Limited tables and chairs are provided. The winning organization is responsible for a $500 refundable cleaning deposit and any additional staff, furniture, overtime staffing, or associated fees.
By accepting the prize, winners allow the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History to use their name and membership status for promotional purposes.
7. Odds:
The odds of winning depend on the total number of eligible entries received.
8. Selection and Notification of Winner:
The winners will be selected according to the criteria established by each Divine Nine organization and the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History. Winners will be notified by phone and email within three days of selection. The museum is not liable for failed notifications due to incorrect contact information or security settings.
9. Rights Granted by You:
By entering the membership drive, you grant permission to the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History and Divine Nine organizations to use your name, likeness, statements, and biographical information for news, publicity, advertising, and promotional purposes without further consent or compensation.
10. Terms & Conditions:
The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History reserves the right to modify, suspend, or cancel the membership drive if fraud or other factors compromise its integrity.
11. Limitation of Liability:
By participating, you release the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History and its affiliates from liability for any claims or damages arising from your participation in the drive or acceptance of a prize.
12. Disputes:
The drive is governed by U.S. and Michigan laws. Any disputes shall be resolved individually in Michigan courts.
13. Privacy Policy:
Information provided in the application is subject to the museum’s Privacy Policy, available on its website.
14. Winners List:
To request a list of winners, email membership@thewright.org or mail your request to: Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, 315 E. Warren Ave, Detroit, MI 48201, Attn: Membership Drive. Requests must be received by January 31, 2025.
15. Social Media Channel-Specific Rules:
This membership drive is not associated with any specific social media channel.
16. Agreement:
By participating, you accept these Official Rules in their entirety.
Participation Disclaimer:
The purchaser agrees that items bought are for a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. (AΦA), Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. (AKA), Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. (KAΨ), Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. (ΔΣΘ), Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. (ΩΨΦ), Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. (ΦBΣ), Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. (ZΦB), Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. (ΣΓΡ), and Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. (ΙΦΘ) only.
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