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Trial Team Black Friday Fundraiser

Join us to help raise money for UB School of Law Trial Teams!

It will be an evening of music, basket raffles, 50/50, silent auctions, and more! Below are ways you can contribute toward our Trial Team Fundraiser.

Questions?
Contact Jennifer Scharf at jrscharf@buffalo.edu

Or our Trial Team Fundraising Chairs:

Attend the Fundraiser

Live band performing on stage at Sportsmen’s Tavern, with colorful stage lighting and musical instruments including guitars, keyboard, and drums.

Friday, November 28, 2025
5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Sportsmens Tavern
326 Amherst St, Buffalo, NY [View Map]
Suggested donation at the door $20;
Law students $5; Trial Team students FREE!

Enjoy live music, good company, and a chance to support our students in style, featuring live music from:

    Judge Tim Franczyk and The Kensingtons

Can't make the event? You can still invest in the next generation of Trial Advocates.

Contribute to our Raffle or Silent Auction

  • Donate a themed basket
    Think: coffee lovers, spa night, law school survival kit, or get donations from your favorite local vendors
  • Offer an experience for our silent auction
    Are you a wine fan? Host a wine tasting. Chef? Prepare dinner for a small group. Have access to a cool venue or local experience? Let’s make it part of the auction!

To contribute to our Raffle or Auction, contact Jennifer Scharf (jrscharf@buffalo.edu).

Become a Sponsor

All Sponsors receive:

  • Direct communication and updates from the UB Law students on their designated team
  • Listing on event materials and sponsor signage
  • Verbal thank-you acknowledgment at the fundraiser, major trial team events, and the annual banquet

National Champion Sponsor — $10,000
Fully funds one competition run for a team of four, plus essential coaching and tech support.
Recognition: Premier logo placement, full-page feature on our website with a linkback, opportunity to address students at fundraiser and trial team events, and premier signage at competitions and the fundraiser.

Trial Team Advocate — $7,500
“Send-a-Team” level. Directly supports four students at a national event.
Recognition: Prominent logo display and linkback on our website, inclusion in competition press releases, and personalized updates from your sponsored team.

Winning Argument Partner — $5,000
Supports regional travel for two students on a national stage.
Recognition: Logo featured on event signage and programs, social media  recognition, and a virtual meet-and-greet opportunity with student competitors.

Sustained Supporter — $2,500
Funds coaches, witness actors, technology, and training resources.
Recognition: Logo listing on printed and digital materials, acknowledgment in
newsletters and online features, and student updates.

Jury Consultant Contributor — $1,000
Supports hospitality, practice rounds, and operational essentials.
Recognition: Name listed on sponsor roster, group thank-you social media
post, and recognition at trial team events.