The Social Room: Help Us Launch
Help us in creating a space where every event is the celebration our guests dream of, at a price that is affordable for every budget.
Project Description
Mission
The Social Room offers our guests an opportunity to make their event vision a reality in an upscale, affordable, and flexible space that believes in community, celebration, and family-oriented values. We strive to provide a welcoming environment where people can come together to celebrate, socialize, and connect.
Our Why
Finding an affordable, versatile, and secure venue for various events can be challenging, especially for families and small community groups. Many available spaces are either too expensive, not flexible enough to cater to different types of events, or lack a family-friendly atmosphere. The Social Room’s purpose is to remove some of the pressure and stress that often comes with event planning, and assist our guests with an aesthetic and upscale event space but with a realistic and affordable budget.
Opportunity
The market opportunity for event spaces is sizable due to the increasing demand for flexible venues that can host a variety of events such as birthday parties, community events, weddings, corporate meetings, and the list goes on. Our focus on affordability and flexibility positions us to capture a significant share of this growing market and make booking an easy pain free process. You’ll be able to view and book the space virtually through online platforms or in person.
Service
The Social Room offers a versatile space that is both affordable and flexible for our guests needs. By providing customizable rental packages and a growing variety of decor, we ensure that our venue can accommodate a wide range of events as we grow.
Funding Needs
We are seeking funding to cover initial operating expenses as we establish our presence in the market and build a loyal customer base or guest list as we like to call it.
In order to achieve the goal, we would need to:
- Secure a rental space
- Enhance the space to meet functional, safety, and aesthetic standards
- Purchase additional equipment and furnishings to provide a more versatile and comfortable experience for our clients
- Invest in marketing efforts to increase awareness and attract more bookings
- Develop community outreach programs to engage local families and organizations.
Our Team
The Social Room team is made up of 3 dedicated family members who bring diverse skills and experiences to the business
- Kierrah (Myself) : Founder and Manager. A mother and educator with a passion for community building and event planning.
- Gina: An experienced accountant, she brings financial expertise and ensures the business operations are efficient and sustainable.
- Christopher: A military veteran with a background in logistics fit to oversee the logistical aspects of the business, ensuring smooth operations and excellent customer service with prospective vendors.
Updates
The Campaign FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions:
- What is this campaign for?
This campaign is to raise funds for launching The Social Room, a minority- and female-owned event space designed to provide a safe, affordable, and flexible venue for community and family events. - What makes The Social Room unique?
The Social Room is family-operated business that believes in the power of community, once launched, The Social Room intends on giving back to the community it serves. - Why should I support this campaign?
Supporting this campaign means helping to create a family-oriented business that fosters community connections, promotes positivity, and offers affordable event solutions for all. - How will the funds be used?
The funds will go toward securing a location, renovations, furniture and equipment, permits, marketing, and operational expenses needed to launch The Social Room. - What happens if the funding goal isn’t met?
If the goal isn't met, all funds raised will still be used to move forward with the business, adjusting the plans to match the available budget. - Where will The Social Room be located?
We are in the process of securing a location, with a focus on areas accessible and convenient for local families and communities in the southwest suburbs of the Chicago area. - What types of events can be hosted at The Social Room?
The Social Room will cater to events such as community events, birthday parties, family reunions, corporate meetings, baby showers, pop-up shops, and much more as we grow.
Just Because I Care
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