CARLOS CORREA Is “RESTLESS for the CAUSE”
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idstuff FALL 2016 R K I D S “ O U A R E E V E RkY B O ” D Y ’ S K I D S CARLOS CORREA iS “RESTLESS FOR THE CAUSE” N MARCH OF THiS YEAR, Houston Astros shortstop, Carlos Correa, announced his partnership with Houston Children’s Charity benefiting the “A Better Night’s Sleep” program. His initiative, “Restless for the Cause,” is Iguaranteeing 2,000 beds for 2016 alone! Carlos’ dedication and support of the Houston community is nothing short of impressive. “Ever since i became aware of Houston Children’s Charity and its charitable goals, i have wanted to be a part of them to better the lives of our city’s population,” said Carlos. We are truly grateful for Carlos and his support of our “A Better Night’s Sleep” program. Thanks to that passion, this is the first time in the history of this program that there will be no child on a wait list for a bed. With Carlos’ help, Houston Children’s Charity has already been able to increase the number of beds given out to date by 50%. if you’d like to join the “Restless for the Cause” initiative, go to www.restless1.org to pledge your support! IN THIS ISSUE: Texans Mingle Party |2 HONORARY CHAiRMAN Chairman’s Award |2 Executive Director Letter |2 ” s 3 d OUSTON ASTROS SHORTSTOP CARLOS CORREA Man of the Year | i th will serve as Honorary Chairman of the 20 Annual Gala |3 K s ’ TH Title Sponsors |3 y 20 Annual Gala. He was drafted first-overall d Back2School |4 o by the Astros in 2012 and named AL Rookie b H y Chariots for Children Van Recipients |4 r e of the Year in 2015. We are so proud v Fant Foundation |4 E to have Carlos on our team. He e Gala Auction Highlights |5 r possesses a true passion for our A Making A Difference |6 s community and the children we Easter Spring Fling |6 id K r care for. His support for our Dear Santa |7 u “A Better Night’s Sleep” program Family Ultimate Night |7 “ O has allowed the charity to provide more Downtown Aquarium HCC Day |7 beds to children in need than ever before! Our Children, Our Community |7 Board of Directors |8 TM We look forward to honoring him at this 2016 Upcoming Events |8 year’s gala and continuing a partnership on behalf of our Volunteer Corner | 8 special children. Stay Connected |8 Out in the Community |8 HOUSTON CHILDREN’S CHARITY • FA L L 2 0 1 6 • 1 Texans Mingle 2 ” Under the Stars 1 s d Paige & Tilman Fertitta hosted Houston Texans coaches and i K players, and guests of several dealerships alongside s ’ Hannah & Cal McNair as part of a live auction package y d purchased by the BMW group at HCC’s 2015 o b Annual Gala. The evening included food y 3 r Landry’s 4 6 e representing various eateries in the v E Group, including a fresh sushi bar and e gourmet desserts. Guests were also able 5 r A to have their Houston Texans memorabilia s d i autographed throughout the night. We are K truly thankful to Paige & Tilman Fertitta for r u hosting an unforgettable evening. Your O unwavering support means so much to HCC and the special children we care for. 7 8 General Managers of the attending BMW dealerships include: David Beer - Advantage BMW Midtown, Randy Stine - Advantage BMW Clear Lake, Randy Lozmack - BMW of Houston North, Lony Soza - BMW of The Woodlands, 11 Maria Moncada Alaoui - BMW of West Houston, 9 “ and Tommy Kuranoff - Momentum BMW Southwest. Maria and Tommy have been loyal friends of HCC for 9 consecutive years and their generosity has changed the lives of so many children. Past and present Houston Texans in attendance were: Marissa & Jeff Allen, 10 Devi & Duane Brown, Megan & Brian Cushing, Ericka Graham, 13 14 Jonathan Grimes, Amber & Kareem Jackson, Travis Johnson, 15 16 Jonathan Joseph, Kraig Killough, Whitney Mercilus, Nick Novak, Colleen & Bill O’Brien, Amobi Okoye, Glen Oskin, Brian Peters, Latoya & Chester Pitts, D.J. Reader, 12 Brittany & John Simon, Tiffany & Rick Smith, Rita & Wade Smith, Amanda & Jon Weeks, and Bianca & Vince Wilfork. HCC is incredibly grateful to Hanna & Cal McNair for coordinating an all-star guest list that made the evening memorable for all. 17 18 19 20 1. Whitney Mercilus 6. Megan & Brian Cushing 11. Laura Ward, Susan Haber, 17. Travis Johnson, 2. Jonathan Grimes 7. Dana & Taft McWhorter Rania & Ramy Mankarious Jonathan Grimes entertains 8. John Simon, 12. Tammy & Lony Soza 18. Amber Hartland, Travis Johnson, Brian Cushing, 13. Amber & Kareem Jackson Jon Weeks, Tilman Fertitta and Whitney Mercilus, 14. Joseph Alaoui, Bethany Hartland party goers Brian Peters Maria Moncada Alaoui, 19. Tommy Kuranoff, 3. Tiffany & Rick Smith 9. Joanna & Brad Marks Omar Alaoui Matt Harris, 4. Vince Wilfork, 10. Cal McNair 15. Marissa & Jeff Allen, Gil Harris Hannah McNair Chester Pitts 20. Nikki & Eric Lacey 5. Amanda Weeks, 16. Devi & Duane Brown Brittany & John Simon CongratulationsMelissa H. Juneau! 2015 CHAIRMAN’S AWARD nnually, this award is given to a well-deserving Board Member who has gone above and beyond. in 2015, without a doubt, Melissa Juneau exhibited amazing support to the 19th Annual Gala. Her unquestionable dedication to the HCC Closet has made it what it is today. Melissa exceeds the standards set and is a Ahands-on Board Member at every HCC event she attends. This is Melissa's second time receiving this award. She is truly a blessing to Houston Children's Charity and the special children we serve. "MELISSA IS A DEDICATED AND HARDWORKING BOARD MEMBER. WE ARE BLESSED TO HAVE HER WORK WITH US FOR THE CHILDREN." —LAURA WARD Letter from the Executive Director Dear Friends, remarkable as the last nineteen years community – because when one child and for continuing to believe in our is cared for, they can go on to care for This is the time of year we reflect on mission. The impact of our organization another. This makes the work we do the impact already made while looking is only made possible by people like you. truly exponential. to the horizon for what’s still to come. Please know that your time, gifts, and After Two Decades of Caring, i dollars go toward creating a better continue to be in awe of the generous future, not just for the children and contributions from our devoted families we care for, but for the entire supporters. Houston community as a whole. Laura Ward The Board of Directors and i would like it’s not always easy to quantify the Executive Director to thank you for making this year as impact or reach we have in our “I ALONE CANNOT CHANGE THE WORLD, BUT I CAN CAST A STONE ACROSS THE WATERS TO CREATE MANY RIPPLES.” — MOTHER THERESA 2 • HOUSTON CHILDREN’S CHARITY • FA L L 2 0 1 6 E ARE SO PLEASED TO HONOR Founder & Chairman of the Board, Tilman J. Fertitta “Man of the Year”... 20 years! For more than two decades, his steadfast leadership has taken Houston Children’s Charity to a Wphenomenal level, impacting thousands of children each year. Houston Children’s Charity is proud to salute Tilman J. Fertia – a global business♥ giant with aBIG HEART– who remains commied to the city he loves. Simply Put… Unprecedented!!! 20thAnnual Gala As the calendar turns closer to fall, preparations are in full swing to make Houston Children’s Charity’s 20th Annual Gala simply the best! Please join BMW of West Houston and Momentum BMW Southwest on November 5, 2016 as we honor our dear friend, Tilman J. Fertitta “Man of the Year”… 20 years! No one in our city has done more to support and enhance Houston Children’s Charity than Tilman. Houston Astros shortstop and 9 YEARS….WOW!!! HCC’s newest partner, Carlos Correa, will serve as Honorary Chairman of the event. TWO DECADES OF CARING!! Let’s Rock & Roll as Houston E ARE PROUD TO ANNOUNCE Children’s Charity celebrates its 20th Anniversary at the that BMW of West Houston and Hyatt Regency Houston Downtown. The intimate WMomentum BMW Southwest 1 9 9 6 - 2 0 1 6 setting of the imperial Ballroom will afford you the are confirmed as Title Sponsors of the opportunity to be up close and personal with the 20th Annual Gala. award winning band …FOREIGNER! With ten multi-platinum albums and sixteen top 30 hits, this band continues to rock the charts for more than thirty Houston Children’s Charity Board of Directors years. A performance like this is not to be missed!!! would like to extend a special thank you to Maria Moncada Alaoui – BMW of West Houston Children’s Charity is dedicated to improving the Houston and Tommy Kuranoff – Momentum quality of life for our city’s underprivileged, abused, and disabled BMW Southwest for their UNPRECEDENTED children, who might otherwise be left behind. Remember, “Our kids are everybody’s kids” SUPPORT for 9 years in a row!! Their generous and your support is more critical now than ever! contributions have made a huge difference in the lives of so many children. We are grateful On behalf of the special children we serve, we thank you for your consideration and look for their continued loyalty and unwavering forward to seeing you on November 5th. For more information please visit support. Thank You Maria and Tommy, you www.houstonchildrenscharity.org. Call today to reserve your seats 713-524-2878 Ext.