2025 Fall Friends Luncheon
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
11:00am - 1:00pm
The Junior League of Houston
11:00am Champagne Reception & Silent Auction
11:30am Lunch & Live Auction
L.I.F.E. Houston Board Members
Ayo Lawal, Ernst and Young
Qiana Luckett, MS, Trustmark National Bank ​
Christy Pontious, CPA Ridgemar Energy ​​
​Gerardo Rojas, The Awty International School
Jorge Olvera, MSW, Alzheimer Association, Houston and Southeast Texas Chapter
​Raven Watson, Pulse Staffing/Uptown Homecare
Roxann Caballero Borgman, MPS, Grocery Services Inc.
Stephanie Bottos, Valero Houston
Henry Caldwell, Transwestern Real Estate Service
Kelsey Giltner, J.D., Northern Trust
Jonathan Goh, Frost Bank
Angelica Gonzalez, CPA, Embark
Dr. Owais Khan, Pediatrix Medical Group
Host Committee
Jessie Blackmon
Kathryn Boeker
Aoife Cunningham
Colleen DiFonzo-Lewis
Dr. Joanie Hare
Ashley Hodge
Alle Houstoun
Elyse Kearns
Sarah Kelly
Caroline Kennedy
Sandy Ma
Emilie McClellan
Jorge Olvera
Gary Pearson
Rebecca Pinckney
Nina Rand
Emily Rinaldi
Jessica Trammell
Sterling Tramonte
Lorraine Winslow​
Dr. Kavon Young
Our Sponsors
Friends in High Places Sponsor - $10,000
Guardian - $1,000+
Paul and Marian Cones
Grocery Services
BFF – $5,000
Mary Morgan Stevens/Rachel Morris Rosson
John and Bain Pitts
Besties - $2,500
Acerobella
Kathryn Boeker
Robin and Geoff Boykin
Friends of Mary Morgan
Alle Houstoun / Jessie Blackmon-Rychricki
Sarah Kelly
Jessica Trammell
The Gonzalez Law Group
Tommy and Connie Wright
Truist
Valero
Sara Fallon
Dr. Joannie Hare
Ashley Hodge
Elyse Kearns
Caroline Nettles Kennedy
Sandy Ma
Emilie McClellan
MAVEN Coffee + Cocktails
Nina Rand
Jorge Olvera
Emily Rinaldi
Sterling Tramonte
Dr. Kavon Young
Pals - $500
Colleen Difonzo
Rebecca Pickney
Ana Shu Rau
Tamberello Dental Associates
Silent & Live Auction Exclusives Await!
We are deeply grateful to our generous auction donors whose contributions will make our luncheon’s live auction—auctioned by the dynamic Johnny “Bravo” Holloway—possible. Your support helps us create unforgettable experiences while raising vital funds for our mission. Because of you, every bid brings us closer to making a lasting difference in our community.
Acero Bella - Fine Home Fittings
Axelrad
Barry's Bootcamp
Black Swan Yoga
Baldwin Plastic Surgery
Blessington Farms
Carrabba's - The Original on Kirby
Cinthya Alvarado
Children's Museum Houston
Clinic Concierge
Della Coffee
Discover Gymnastics
Dr. Kristy Hamilton Plastic Surgery
Duylinh Tran
EMS Enhanced
everywine
Fajita Pete's
First Watch
Frock Shop
Hai Hospitality
Hannah Dean Fine Art
Hermann Park Conservancy
Ashley and Colin Hodge
Houston Museum of Natural Science
Houston Sports Adventures
Hunter Dance Center
Hush Hush Tan
Hyatt Lost Pines
Jorge Olvera
Katie Hilburn Homes
LAM Bespoke
Language Kids World
Little Party Co.
Loyly Sauna Lounge
La Vie Photography
Maggiano’s Little Italy
Messina Hof Bryan Estate Winery
Method Pilates
Mind Body Genes
Miron Crosby
MIRTH
Orangetheory Fitness
Original Chop Shop
Gary Pearson
Tiny Boxwoods
Paloma
Petite Portraits
Pomp + Circumstance
Prelude Music
Prestige Laser at The Guest House Spa
River Oaks Donuts
ROCO
ROMA
Ryde
Sarah Bray Bermuda
Soccer Shots
St. Bernard
Steffie's
Stylist to the Stars - Michael DeMarse
The Astros Foundation
The Briar Club (sponsored by The Boeker Family)
The Grand 1894 Opera House
The Lymbar - Kitchen and Cocktails
The Mad Potter
The Monogram Shop
The Motherhood Center
Tiny Boxwoods
TLSx Houston
Tulum Wellness Spa
Victoria House Resort & Spa - Belize
4th Wall Theatre Company
Community LIFE-Line Award
Advertisement Opportunities
If you are unable to attend the luncheon in person, we offer the opportunity to showcase your support by purchasing an advertisement to be included in the event program. This is an excellent way to enhance your visibility and align your brand with a distinguished audience of CEOs, community stakeholders, and key clients. We would be pleased to include your advertisement and ensure your presence is felt at this important gathering.
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Sponsorship Opportunities
Friends for L.I.F.E. - $25,000
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One Premier table for 12
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Invitation to honoree reception
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Company logo featured prominently on all event marketing materials, including invitations, programs, website, and social media
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Full-page, color ad in the event program
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Two-minute commercial (provided by the sponsor) prominently on L.I.F.E. Houston's website and social media platforms
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Opportunity to present an honoree and/or recognize a mother within your organization
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Prominent logo placement at the event (stage and banners)
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Acknowledgment as the lead sponsor during event speeches and in press releases
Friends in High Places Sponsor - $10,000
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One Premier table for 10
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Invitation to honoree reception
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Company logo featured on all event marketing materials, including invitations, programs, website and social media
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Full-page, color ad in the event program
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Opportunity to present an honoree and/or recognize a mother within your organization
BFF – $5,000
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Priority table seating for 10
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Invitation to honoree reception
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Company logo featured on all event marketing materials, including invitations, programs, website and social media
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1/2-page, color ad in the event program
Besties - $2,500
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Select table seating for 10
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Company logo featured on all event marketing materials, including invitations, programs, website and social media
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1/4-page, color ad in the event program
In-Kind Underwriters
Printing -$2,500
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Recognition as an In-Kind Underwriter for the event
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Listing as an In-Kind Sponsor in the event program
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Recognition of your company’s contribution (e.g., donated products, services, or venue) during the event
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Reserved seating for four guests
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1/4 ad in a program
Audiovisual (AV) -$2,500
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Recognition as an In-Kind Underwriter for the event
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Listing as an In-Kind Sponsor in the event program
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Reserved seating for two guests
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1/4 ad in a program
VIP Gifts -$2,500
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Recognition as an In-Kind Underwriter for the event
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Listing as an In-Kind Sponsor in the event program
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Reserved seating for two guests
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1/4 ad in a program
Raffle Prizes -$1,500
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Recognition as an In-Kind Underwriter for the event
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Listing as an In-Kind Sponsor in the event program
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Reserved seating for two guests
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1/4 ad in a program