About the Alamo Empire
The Royal, Sovereign and Imperial Court of
the Alamo Empire, Inc. was founded in 1990 by a group of hard working
individuals that wanted to combine the fun and frivolity of a social group with
the serious task of raising funds for the San Antonio community.
The Alamo Empire, Inc is a proud member of
the United Courts of Texas, which is comprised of Courts in Austin, Corpus
Christi, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, Waco and of course the River City, San
Antonio. These courts are all members of International Court System, (ICS) that
was founded in San Francisco in 1965, by Empress I Jose Sarria, the Widow
Norton.
In addition to the Texas Courts, there are
Courts in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Although we are affiliated with an
international organization, each court is a self governing organization in its
own right. Each court is required by Empress I Jose Sarria and the International
Court Council to be a non-profit body governed by a Board of Directors that
answers to the community it serves.
From the beginning, The Alamo Empire has
crowned an Emperor and an Empress each year at a gala event known as Coronation.
Coronation is the Alamo Empire’s biggest event of the year. This event
celebrates the successes of the reigning monarchs year of fund raising and also
the crowning of their successors. Coronation Ball is a formal event that blends
the splendor of a royal gala with the fun and entertainment of a true San
Antonio party. The Alamo Empire invites the San Antonio Community to join in the
excitement. During this weekend the Alamo Empire hosts members of the ICS and
guests from across the country, Canada and Mexico. The monarchs serve as
co-chairs of the organization and are charged with the responsibility of raising
money for charitable organizations. The Monarchs must hold functions, membership
meetings and fundraisers for the enjoyment of the community and through these
efforts, provide assistance for those in need. In addition, the Monarchs travel
thousands of miles each year to attend other court’s functions and serve as
goodwill ambassadors for the Gay, Lesbian, Bi-Sexual and Transgender Community
of San Antonio.
The court has an outstanding record of
community service and financial contributions to San Antonio. The Alamo Empire,
Inc. has raised in excess of $375,000.00 since it’s inception for agencies such
as: Gay & Lesbian Community Center SA, BEAT AIDS, Hope Action Care, Metropolitan
Community Church SA, Alamo Breast Cancer Foundation, Pink Ribbon Project, Alamo
AIDS Resource Center, Make A Wish Foundation, BullFrog Benevolence Fund, NAMES
Project, San Antonio AIDS Foundation, Women’s AIDS Task Force, Jennifer’s Camp,
Providence Children's Home, Krissie’s Kids, Amethyst Scholarship Foundation,
American Veterans for Equal Rights just to name a few. As you can see, we work
hard but we also have a lot of fun in what we do!
Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF THE COURT?
The purpose of the Court is to raise funds for the San Antonio community while
providing fun and entertaining events for the community. Our members not only
help by raising funds, but also by volunteering time and person power to worthy
projects. If there is a cause or an event that needs help, one is likely to find
members of the Court pitching in and lending a hand.
HOW WILL FUNDS BE RAISED FOR THESE PROJECTS?
The Court will sponsor a variety of fund raising events, including shows, theme
parties, pageants, and dinners, just to name a few. At some events, an admission
is charged, while at others we simply ask attendees to make whatever donation
they can.
WHERE DOES THE MONEY GO?
The reigning Monarchs designates the recipient(s) of the funds raised by the
activities of the Court. Members may also designate specific charities or
projects that they wish to support through the activities of the Court with the
approval of the Board of Directors.
WHO IS IN CHARGE?
The Court is governed by the dues paying members of the organization which
includes the Board of the Directors and reigning Monarchs.
The Board of Directors oversees all business activities and financial matters of
the organization.
The reigning Monarchs are members of the Board of Directors, and are the public
leaders of the organization and oversee all fund raising activities during their
one year reign.
THE MONARCHS
The Monarchs are selected by a general election each year. Voters must be at
least 18 years of age with valid identification and reside in the boundaries of
the Alamo Empire. The winners are announced within 24 hour of closing of
election and crowned at the Coronation Ball, which is held annually.
WHAT IS CORONATION?
Coronation is the annual fund raising gala that benefits designated charities
for the current reign. It celebrates the end of the reign for the current
monarchs and the start of a new reign.
You do not have to be a member of the Court to attend Coronation. It is open to
the public and everyone is encouraged to attend and support this event.
Courts from across the United States, Canada and Mexico travel to attend
Adornments/Coronations in cities such as San Antonio each year, and
representatives of The Alamo Empire will attend Adornments/Coronations in other
cities in which Courts are located.
WHAT PRIVILEGES DO I HAVE AS A MEMBER OF THE COURT?
Membership in the Court entitles one to voting rights as outlined in our By-Laws
and the Policies and Procedures Manual. Members participate in the election of
the Board of Directors and have the right to vote on any motions that are made
at our general membership meetings.
IF I JOIN, WHAT IS EXPECTED OF ME?
Your level of involvement is completely up to you.
You may choose to perform at court shows and events, to help out by selling
raffle tickets, passing out flyers, helping on various projects, and/or
assisting with advertising events sponsored by the Court.
You may choose to run for Emperor or Empress or seek a seat on the Board of
Directors.
You may wish to chair a committee or participate as a member of a committee.
Every member contributes in whatever way he or she chooses. It is your decision
as to how you would like to participate and how much time you can devote to the
Court.
If you join the Court, you have already contributed to our success.
HOW DO I JOIN?
You may join by completing a membership application form available from any
member or at any general membership meeting. These meeting are held monthly. We
require dues of $30.00 per year.
HOW CAN I LEARN MORE?
If you would like to find our more about the Royal, Sovereign and Imperial Court
of the Alamo Empire, Inc. and what we do, contact us in any of the following
ways:
Postal mail: R.S.I.C.A.E., Box 780625, San Antonio, TX 78278-0625
or
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