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BENEFITING
BARBARA BUSH HOUSTON LITERACY FOUNDATION
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BARBARA BUSH FOUNDATION FOR FAMILY LITERACY
SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION
T H U R S D AY, A P R I L 2 1 , 2 0 2 2
H O B B Y C E N T E R F O R T H E P E R F O R M I N G A RT S
The Living Legacy of Barbara Bush
Barbara Bush believed everyone deserves an
equal opportunity to live the American Dream
and that the path to achieving it begins with
learning how to read. That is why she chose
literacy as her cause while in the White House
and led a movement to raise awareness about
the importance of reading and to expand
literacy programs across America.
Dedicated to breaking the intergenerational
cycle of low literacy in America, in 1989
Mrs. Bush founded the Barbara Bush
Foundation for Family Literacy, a charitable
organization focused on programs that enable
parents and their children to learn together.
Two years later, she played an integral role
in the passage of the National Literacy Act of 1991, our country’s first congressional
bill enacted to coordinate and increase access to adult literacy programs. Because
of her efforts, millions of adults have had a second chance to earn their high school
diplomas and/or learn to read, write, and speak English. She truly earned the title
“First Lady of Literacy.”
Mrs. Bush’s work in promoting and advancing the literacy cause did not end when
she left the White House. She did so for nearly 30 years, both nationally and in
her hometown through the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation. She never
stopped caring and giving.
As a role model for leading a life of service to others and a champion of the literacy
cause, Barbara Bush will forever be our inspiration for helping people reach their
fullest potential in life through the power of literacy.
Mrs. Bush encouraged all of us to get involved in something bigger than ourselves, in
the big ideas of our time, and live a life of purpose and meaning. The most befitting
way to honor Mrs. Bush’s legacy is to continue advancing her vision of literacy for
all. T
hank you for helping us make this possible.
Committee Chairs
Maria & Neil Bush
Co-Chairs
Shahla and Hushang Ansary Iris and Bill Griffiths
Susan and Jim Baker Betty and John Hrncir
Ginger Blanton Elizabeth and Drayton McLane
Lynn Coneway Janice McNair
Gail and Greg Garland Sue Smith
Committee Members
Kelli and Eddy Blanton Lisa and Ray Garcia Melanie and Mace Meeks
Leslie and Jack Blanton Grace and Robert Givens Karen and Scott Miracle
Susan Bruch Rhonda and Michael Graff Alice and Keith Mosing
Adriana and Tony Canales Joanie and Don Haley John L. Nau, III
Deborah and Gardner Cannon Terri and John Havens Sally and Charles Neblett
Martha and Mark Carnes Lisa and Mark Jakel Roxann and Tim Neumann
Charlene Carroll Mary and Dennis Johnston Mariloli and Marvin Odum
Wendy and Bill Chiles Pat and David Jones Kay Onstead
Cathy and Joe Cleary Carolyn Keating Susie Peake
Lisa and Mark Coffin Terri Lacy and Jim Baird Stephanie and Scott Pierce
Molly and Jim Crownover Lisa and Ryan Lance Gloria Portela and Richard Evans
Rosanette Cullen Amy and Gentry Lee Mary Ellen and Scott Prochazka
Brenda Duncan Carolyn and David Light Nathalie and Charles Roff
Cary Dunham Soraya and Scott McClelland Limor and Stuart Smith
Terri and Greg Ebel Amy and Kyle McCully Deborah and Monte Stavis
Patricia and Lon Edwards Kathrine McGovern Ty and Lee Tillman
Licia and Rodney Ellis Linda and Jim McIngvale Stephanie and Frank Tsuru
Sidney Faust Ann and Rob McKee Dick Wainerdi
Ellen and Tommy Ford Hannah and Cal McNair Jennifer and George Wilson
Lily and Charles Foster Andrea and Bill WhiteThe Celebration
For the past 26 years, the Bush family has been recognizing the tremendous power of literacy at
A Celebration of Reading, a unique event featuring national bestselling authors and notable entertainers
who bring their talent to the stage of the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts. Former First Lady
Barbara Bush designed the event to shine the light on her cause of literacy and demonstrate to everyone
that reading is joyful and a foundational skill for living the American Dream. A Celebration of Reading is
indisputably one of Houston’s top charitable events and is hosted by one of the most beloved families of
our nation.
VIP guests begin their special evening with a reception during which they mix and mingle with members
of the Bush family and the line-up of bestselling authors, while enjoying cocktails and hors d’oeurves.
All guests then proceed to the theater to enjoy the program, a professional production in which prominent
authors artfully share their stories and entertainers delight guests with their talents. As hosts for the
evening, the Bush family enlightens guests with their humor, while at the same time creating a sense
of intimacy and connectedness through their love for one another and passion for the literacy cause.
Following the program, guests enjoy a seated dinner and more time to converse before going home with a
book written by one of the authors.
In addition to the event on April 21, 2022, at the Hobby Center, through our incredible partnership
with KPRC 2, A Celebration of Reading will be produced and broadcast on the station at a later date for
enjoyment by the public, garnering extraordinary visibility for our sponsors and the important work in
Houston and across the country.
Proceeds from A Celebration of Reading benefit local literacy programs through the
Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation and national efforts through the
Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy.
Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation
The Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation was established in 2013 to carry forth former
First Lady Barbara Bush’s legacy in her hometown and help more people realize their fullest potential
in life through the power of literacy. The Foundation serves as the champion for the literacy cause in
Houston, mobilizing the community through volunteerism and supporting programs and services to
increase literacy rates among people of all ages, particularly our youngest and most vulnerable chil-
dren and underserved adults.
Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy
1989, former First Lady Barbara Bush pioneered the national family literacy movement, launching the
Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy. The Foundation is the nation’s leading advocate for
family and adult literacy focused on providing innovative programs and solutions that support its
vision of building a future where more people can navigate the world with dignity.Author Alumni
Stephen Ambrose Dominick Dunne Larry McMurtry
Jean Auel David Eagleman Jon Meacham
Susan & Peter Baker Richard Paul Evans Brad Meltzer
David Baldacci David Feherty Candice Millard
Rondé Barber Antwone Fisher Mary Tyler Moore
Tiki Barber Marlin Fitzwater Blake Mycoskie
Dave Barry Fannie Flagg Jim Nantz
Jean Becker Karyn Frist Mary Neal
Ted Bell Jim Gaffigan Bob Newhart
Michael Beschloss Elizabeth George Chuck Norris
Maeve Binchy Doris Kearns Goodwin Susan Orlean
Cherie Blair Sue Grafton Dianna Ossana
Eric Blehm Amy Grant Susan Page
Barbara Taylor Bradford John Grisham James Patterson
James Bradley David Halberstam Richard North Patterson
H.W. Brands, Ph.D. Elin Hilderbrand Nathaniel Philbrick
David Brooks Tami Hoag Julia Reed
Bill Browder Karen Hughes Kathy Reichs, Ph.D.
Marc Brown Immaculée Ilibagiza Al Roker
Sandra Brown Walter Isaacson Arnold Scaasi
Jill Conner Browne A. J. Jacobs Brent Scowcroft
Christopher Buckley P. D. James Sidney Sheldon
Barbara Bush Dan Jenkins Anita Shreve
George H. W. Bush James Earl Jones Mark K. Shriver
George W. Bush Jan Karon Hugh Sidey
Jeb Bush Mary Karr Daniel Silva
Margaret Bush John Kasich Alan Simpson
Donovan Campbell Christina “CK” Kerley Gary Sinise
Stephen Carter Baine Kerr, Jr. Lester Smith
Carol Higgins Clark Tracy Kidder Ellie LeBlond Sosa
Mary Higgins Clark Greg Kincaid Kathryn Stockett
Bill Clinton Christina Baker Kline Jennifer Thompson &
Harlan Coben Kevin Kwan Ronald Cotton
Jackie Collins Dorie Lawson Mark Sullivan
Robin Cook Jim Lehrer Brad Thor
Patricia Cornwell Robert Ludlum Scott Turow
Kelly Corrigan P.M. John Major Ronan Tynan
Michael Crichton James McBride Andrea White
Deborah Crombie Matthew McConaughey Lawrence Wright
Stanley Crouch Frank McCourt
Li Cunxin David McCullough
Clive Cussler Reba McEntireSponsorship Levels
TITLE
P R E S E N T I N G (2 Additional Available)
$150,000
✭ Recognition as Presenting Sponsor in event ✭ Invitations for 4 to attend an intimate Authors’
marketing and press materials, including program Luncheon on day of event with authors and
(digital and print), Save the Date, Invitation, Sponsor members of the Bush Family at a private residence
Brochure, Update recognition levels, website, ✭ Invitations for 14 to VIP Authors’ Reception hosted
newsletter, and dedicated social media post by Maria and Neil Bush
✭ Logo recognition in opening billboard and closing ✭ 3 reserved tables for 10 at the dinner and 30 Front
credits of event broadcast on KPRC 2 Orchestra section event tickets plus 2 tickets for
✭ Full-page advertisement in event program (digital guests to be seated with author at the program and
and print) dinner (total of 32 tickets)
✭ Logo on the Foundation website ✭ Set of souvenir books autographed by authors
✭ Logo on event slideshow as a Presenting Sponsor
P L AT I N U M
$100,000
✭ Recognition as Platinum Sponsor in event ✭ Invitations for 10 to VIP Authors’ Reception hosted
marketing and press materials, including program by Maria and Neil Bush
(digital and print), invitation, website, newsletter, ✭ 3 reserved tables for 10 at the dinner and 30 Front
and dedicated social media post Orchestra section event tickets plus 2 tickets for
✭ Logo recognition in closing credits of event guests to be seated with author at the program and
broadcast on KPRC 2 dinner (total of 32 tickets)
✭ Half-page advertisement in event program (digital ✭ Set of souvenir books autographed by authors
and print)
✭ Invitations for 4 to attend an intimate Authors’
Luncheon on day of event with authors and
members of the Bush Family at a private residenceSponsorship Levels
GOLD
$50,000
✭ Recognition as Gold Sponsor on event website, ✭ Invitations for 6 to VIP Authors’ Reception hosted
invitation, program (digital and print), newsletter, by Maria and Neil Bush
and dedicated social media post ✭ 2 reserved tables for 10 at the dinner and 20 Front
✭ Logo recognition in closing credits of event Orchestra section event tickets plus 2 tickets for
broadcast on KPRC 2 guests to be seated with author at the program and
✭ Half-page advertisement in event program (digital dinner (total of 22 tickets)
and print) ✭ Set of souvenir books autographed by authors
✭ Invitations for 2 to attend an intimate Authors’
Luncheon on day of event with authors and
members of the Bush Family at a private residence
S I LV E R
$30,000
✭ Recognition as Silver Sponsor at live event, on ✭ Invitations for 4 to VIP Authors’ Reception hosted
event website, newsletter, invitation and program by Maria and Neil Bush
(digital and print) ✭ 2 reserved tables for 10 at the dinner and 20
✭ Name recognition in closing credits of event Orchestra section event tickets
broadcast on KPRC 2 ✭ Set of souvenir books autographed by authors
BRONZE
$15,000
✭ Recognition as Bronze Sponsor on event website, ✭ Invitations for 2 to VIP Authors’ Reception hosted
invitation, newsletter and program (digital and print) by Maria and Neil Bush
✭ Name recognition in closing credits of event ✭ 1 reserved table for 10 at the dinner and 10
broadcast on KPRC 2 Orchestra section event tickets
PEARL (VIP FOR TWO)
$5,000
✭ Recognition as Pearl Sponsor on event website, ✭ Invitations for 2 to VIP Authors’ Reception hosted
invitation and program (digital and print) by Maria and Neil Bush
✭ Name recognition in closing credits of event ✭ Two orchestra section and Dinner Tickets
broadcast on KPRC 2
LEGACY
$5,000
✭ Recognition as Legacy Sponsor on event website, ✭ 1 reserved table for 8 at the dinner and 8 Orchestra
invitation and program (digital and print) Section event tickets
✭ Name recognition in closing credits of event broad-
cast on KPRC 2
INDIVIDUAL TICKETS
Available for purchase at a later date upon release of the formal event invitation.“The American Dream is about equal
opportunity for everyone who works hard.
If we don’t give everyone the ability to simply
read and write, then we aren’t giving everyone an
equal chance to succeed. ”
-B A R B A R A B U S H
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