How do I get to be a contestant?
Your first step is to contact luewwd@gmail.com. You will then need to pay a $10 entry fee to secure your spot. From there you will work on your character/persona, come up with a name, write a brief bio, and send us a picture. We are always available to help brainstorm so be sure to ask if you’re having a hard time coming up with something.
What if I get caught up in the moment and want to arm wrestle at the event?
At nearly every LUEWWD event we save some time for ‘open table’ bouts. This is where a crowd member can pay to wrestle or even pay to see 2 other people wrestle. We certainly encourage this!
How can I help out LUEWWD in other ways?
Depends on your talents! Volunteers can help with press/media, website design, recruiting contestants, finding sponsors, and much more! We also need help on the night of the event.
How do you choose the beneficiary?
We look for non-profits that benefit women and girls in the Durham community. Once we have a few suggestions we research, discuss and vote. We’re always looking for new beneficiaries so if you have ideas please let us know! If the organization has a website and/or you know of a contact person, please include this info in your email.
Do the event organizers get paid?
No, all event organizers (we call them Board Members) donate their time and energy to LUEWWD. Any expenses incurred during the process are reimbursed with LUEWWD funds before a check is given to the beneficiary.
What if I want to be a contestant but I’m not that strong and don’t know how to arm wrestle? You do not need to be strong or have any experience arm wrestling. It’s more about the fundraising and pageantry than flexing muscle. If you are a female over the age of 21 you are qualified. We have a mandatory contestant meeting prior to every LUEWWD event to go over the rules, mechanics and safety precautions.
I know this is a fundraiser but do I win anything?
You most certainly do! Other than the natural prizes of glory and pride we hand-make prizes for best costume, tournament champion and top fundraiser.
Will there be any drink specials?
There usually are some promotions at LUEWWD events and it depends on our drink sponsor.
What’s up with the club membership at the Casbah?
The Casbah is a private club and admits members only (which is mandated by the state of NC because the Casbah does not serve food). Becoming a member is easy to do- just pay a one-time only fee of $5 and you’re good to go…for life. And as long as you become a member before the night of the event you can sign in 2 guests. However, everyone will still have to pay the $5 entry fee to the fundraiser, which goes directly to the beneficiary.
I’m an entourage member, shouldn’t I get in for free?
No, sorry. If you think about it…there are 32 entourage members at 5 bucks a pop. That means the beneficiary would lose $160 in donations. $5 bucks is not a lot of money for you, but 160 bucks can mean a lot to Durham non-profits!
