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Causes: Philanthropy
Mission: Z krewe, inc. Is a social organization dedicated to perpetuating the spirit of mardi gras. Through its volunteer activities and contributions, z krewe, inc. Also helps to support charitable organizations and provide community services within and around the galveston, texas area.
Programs: Perpetuating the spirit of mardi gras through a processional (parade) through downtown galveston for one day during the mardi gras season. Royal court is given special recognition and beads are thrown to the crowds. Crowd numbers affected are estimated at 2,000.
perpetuating the spirit of mardi gras by holding a balcony bead throwing parties, affording opportunity for members and guests to throw beads to the crowds, dress in costume and celebrate the coming of fat tuesday. Held the two weekends before fat tuesday. Estimated crowd affected is 200,000.
perpetuating the spirit of mardi gras by holding a combined krewe royalty coronation and costume/formal ball for members and guests. Occurs once a year, approximately three weeks before fat tuesday. Estimated number of attendees is 150.
perform charitable work in support of the special people's ball held during mardi gras for disadvantaged children. Provide beads and photo opportunities with krewe royalty. Estimated number of children is 300. Other charity work throwing party for nursing home and galveston beach clean-up. Estimated affected for nursing home is 30 and beach clean-up unknown.
celebration of choice of krewe big daddy and big momma. Applies to all krewe members, approximately 100 people.
prepare a traditional pancake breakfast for children, parents and staff of a local school on fat tuesday. Royalty is present to hand out beads. Number of participants is around 75.
promote spirit of mardi gras and recruit members by hosting a crawfish boil.
promote spirit of mardi gras and recruit membership by hosting a season kick-off party.