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NOIR "Why February?" Presents

1st Annual Gala and Scholarship Fundraising Event for The Colonel John H. McPhaul Jr. Memorial Endowed Scholarship Fund
 
Reston, VA – February 22, 2022 – Please join Why February on March 12, 2022 for the 1st Annual Gala and Scholarship Fundraising Event, NOIR “Why February?” at the Google Building, Reston, VA.   This event is a celebration of the life and legacy of Colonel John H. McPhaul Jr.    The Colonel John H. McPhaul Jr. Memorial Endowed Scholarship has a vision that young men and women of various backgrounds are given every opportunity to develop their unique gifts, skills and will be encouraged to reach their full potential to positively impact and become valued members of their communities.  
 
An endowed scholarship was established to provide resources for students who embody the character, service, and achievement Colonel John H. McPhaul Jr. embodied in his academic and military career.   His commitment to excellence in developing leaders will continue by providing financial awards to deserving recipients in the Army ROTC and the Blue and Gold Marching Band programs at his alma mater, the North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.  
 
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Guests will enjoy a private dinner at the adjoining Matchbox restaurant, an open bar, guest speakers on men’s health, a live performance by jazz saxophonist Merlon Devine and the renowned DJ Rich.  This will be an inspiring and fun-filled evening to help raise funds for young men and women to reach their academic goals, embody leadership and contribute to the community at large. We invite you to join us in raising funds to ensure a bright future for young and women for years to come. All proceeds from ticket sales and the silent auction will benefit the endowment.  
 
A link to ticket sales can be found at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/noir-why-february-tickets-230428396537.
 
The NOIR “Why February?” would like to thank its incredible sponsors!

 

Supporting Sponsors

6x6 Pro Fitness & Health, AfterBurns Performance and Fitness, Angela Kerri, Cartoon Artist Brian Washington, Darrell Green, Focused Marriages, HomeGrown Wellness, Ife Fara, Janice Harvey Designs, Kelly Illustration, Let Beauty, Look Live Stylish, Molecular Food & Cocktails, Posh Couture: It’s Jewell, Ripped Performance, Speaking from the Lens Photography, Sports Massage Pros, Thirty Won Photography, Tucker Hill Home, Whimsical Art Celebrations, and Wonder & Paper.
 
ABOUT Noir Why February
Why February is a non-profit organization devoted to promoting Black men’s health.  The major focus is on cancer awareness.  The founder, DeeDee McPhaul lost her husband, Colonel John H. McPhaul Jr. to stomach cancer at the age of 57.   John was active, physically fit, and training for a fitness competition.  He was proactive with his health.  He was misdiagnosed with advanced acid reflux.   The pain of losing her husband, turned into a passion to educate others on health.  Black men have the lowest life expectancy of any demographic.  Our goal is to change that statistic through educating Black men on health issues, the importance of medical care, patient advocation, second opinions and recognizing symptoms of diseases that are often ignored in the black community.
 
For information about sponsorship, media inquiries, and how to donate, please contact us via the website, www.WhyFebruary.com.