ANTI-DEFAMATION LEAGUE Southwest Region presents
HOUSTON IN CONCERT AGAINST HATE AN EVENING WITH THE HOUSTON ROCKETS
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2016 JESSE H. JONES HALL FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
The Anti-Defamation League, Southwest Region cordially invites you to attend
HOUSTON IN CONCERT AGAINST HATE AN EVENING WITH THE HOUSTON ROCKETS
featuring the musical talent of the world-renowned
HOUSTON SYMPHONY
with guest conductor DAMON GUPTON and featured vocalist CAPATHIA JENKINS and the WHEELER AVENUE BAPTIST CHURCH CHOIR
Thursday, October 20, 2016 Jesse H. Jones Hall for the Performing Arts 615 Louisiana Street, Houston, TX 77002
H ON O R IN G COMMUNITY CHAMPION
CIVIL RIGHTS HERO
Leslie Alexander
Ellen Cohen
Owner, Houston Rockets
Mayor Pro Tem, City of Houston
EVEN T C HA IRS
CIVIL RIGHTS HERO
Carol & Michael Goldberg
Cecil Fong Executive Director, Diversity Summit
JULIE AND BEN ROGERS ECUMENISM AWARD RECIPIENT Reverend Mike Cole Presbytery of New Covenant
6PM VIP Meet & Greet Reception with Rockets Players 6:30PM Rockets Reception
HOUSTON IN CONCERT AGAINST HATE AN EVENING WITH THE HOUSTON ROCKETS presents the Houston Symphony and stories of ADL’s work to combat hate and promote respect.
HOUSTON IN CONCERT AGAINST HATE
The night begins with a VIP meet and greet with the Houston Rockets players, followed by a cocktail reception with the team and silent auction with items exclusive to the event. The highlight of the evening is a spectacular performance by the Houston Symphony. At the conclusion, all guests are invited to the dessert finale in the Grand Lobby.
AN EVENING WITH THE HOUSTON ROCKETS
Jesse H. Jones Hall for the Performing Arts 8PM Grand Lobby 9:30PM Dessert Finale
One member of the audience will place the winning bid for the once-in-a-lifetime chance for them and a guest to fly with the Houston Rockets on their private plane to an away game and stay at the Rockets’ hotel. Attire: Red Tie Valet parking is complimentary for those attending the Rockets Reception. Self-parking is available for concert attendees in the Theater District Parking Garage.
FEATURING
DAMON GUPTON
Guest conductor
CAPATHIA JENKINS
Featured vocalist
For over 100 years, the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) has been a force for change, a champion of our nation’s values and a shield against hate and extremism. Today the organization, with 28 offices across the country, is an internationally recognized civil rights/human relations agency fighting anti-Semitism and all forms of bigotry. ADL is a leader in developing anti-bias materials, programs and services, building bridges of respect and strengthening communication and understanding among diverse groups. The ADL Southwest Region headquarters is in Houston and serves South Texas. Anti-Defamation League • Southwest Region • 713.627.3490 •
[email protected] • www.adl.org/houstoninconcert
PRESENTER
Leslie Alexander & the Houston Rockets
BENEFACTOR
H-E-B Tournament of Champions
PATRONS
Baker Botts L.L.P./Carol & Michael Goldberg • Rochelle & Alan Jacobson Arlene & Marvin Nathan • Regina Rogers • Lois & George Stark Sysco • Warren/Spector Family
GUARDIANS
Joan & Stanford Alexander Foundation • Nancy Beck-Deane • Bender/Levy Family Mark S. Finkelstein & Deborah L. Barnette/Shannon, Martin, Finkelstein, Alvarado & Dunne, P.C. David Harvey & Michele Hebl • Margolin Family • Nathan Sommers Jacobs • Lyn & Carl Schmulen Shirley & Marvin Rich • Stein Family/Triple S Steel • Spectra Energy • TRISTAR Productions, Inc. Vinson & Elkins LLP/Glen Rosenbaum
SUPPORTERS
Amegy Bank • Andrews Kurth LLP • Susan & Jerry Axelrod • Barish Family & Chair King Backyard Store Michele & Michael Davis • Martin & Kelli Cohen Fein • Audrey Fersten & Bradley Sabloff Karen & Franklin J. “Jay” Harberg, Jr. • Judith R. Hoffberger Family Foundation • Jeanne & Frank Ingraham Jackson Walker L.L.P. • Chris Kase • Caroline & Eddie Kuntz • Legacy Community Health Services Cheryl Lipshutz & Jim Lerdal • Marathon Oil Corporation • Gloria & Joe Pryzant • Reliant, an NRG Company Rusty Hardin & Associates, LLP • Jane & Larry Wagner • Karen & Tommy Westall
LEADERSHIP ADL SOUTHWEST REGION George R. Gibson Chair Ian Scharfman Immediate Past Chair
EVENT CHAIRS Carol & Michael Goldberg PLANNING COMMITTEE Jerry Axelrod Katy Caldwell
NATIONAL
George R. Gibson
Marvin D. Nathan National Chair
Franklin J. Harberg, Jr.
Jonathan A. Greenblatt CEO Kenneth Jacobson Deputy National Director Abraham H. Foxman National Director Emeritus
Sherry Bender Levy
NO PLACE FOR HATE® PARTNERS
SUPPORT ADL USING This year we are excited to offer mobile bidding for our silent auction, which means you’ll be able to bid on our auction items using your smartphone (or utilizing an iPad with the help of someone on site)! You can register when you check in on October 20th, but you’ll expedite the process and enjoy early access by visiting this link to pre-register in 2 minutes or less:
www.qtego.net/qlink/hicah2016 Simply visit the link, click the orange “Register for the auction” button and fill out the fields. It’s easy! Bidding will begin on October 13th and if you pre-register using the link above, you’ll receive a text notification alerting you when the auction is officially live. Be sure to bring your fully charged smartphone to HICAH so you’ll be ready to walk away with one (or many) of the amazing items we’ve lined up this year! YOU CAN ALSO PARTICIPATE IN OUR RAFFLE FOR AN APPLE WATCH 2!
SUPPORT ADL USING
This year’s auction includes amazing experiences and items ranging from a round of golf for your favorite foursome from Riverbend Country Club and a chef’s dinner for 10 at the locallyacclaimed Holley’s Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar to a long weekend at a private home in Vail, Colorado, plus a vacation package to Marfa, TX, fashion apparel, fitness packages, beer tours around town, and rare sports memorabilia. Stay in your seats after the Houston Symphony plays their final note—we’re auctioning a ROCKETS ROAD TRIP! Feel the excitement of being on the road with the Houston Rockets players and coaches! You and a guest will enjoy the first-class experience of flying on the Rockets private charter when you travel with the team to a road game during the 2016-17 NBA Season. This exclusive Rockets package also includes hotel accommodations at the team hotel, meals, and transportation to and from team events. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and a very generous gift from our friends the Houston Rockets.
Anti-Defamation League - Southwest Region Thursday, October 20, 2016 Jesse H. Jones Hall for the Performing Arts
HOUSTON IN CONCERT AGAINST HATE
AN EVENING WITH THE HOUSTON ROCKETS
SPONSOR LEVELS & BENEFITS $100,000 – PRESENTER
$50,000 – BENEFACTOR
$25,000 – PATRON
RECOGNITION BENEFITS
RECOGNITION BENEFITS
RECOGNITION BENEFITS
GUEST BENEFITS • 6 VIP Meet & Greet tickets • Up to 30 Rockets Reception tickets • Up to 60 Performance and Dessert Finale tickets • Additional complimentary Performance tickets upon request and based on availability
• National and Regional recognition for your leadership in the fight to promote diversity and respect • Premier logo recognition in ADL’s Southwest Region No Place for Hate® 2017 publications • Premier logo and full-page ad placement in the Concert printed program • Special verbal acknowledgment and introduction during the Concert • Corporate banner displayed at Jones Hall as well as recognition in the Rockets Reception slideshow • Branding opportunities for recognition/logo inclusion on event collaterals, including invitation • Logo displayed on marquee outside of Jones Hall
GUEST BENEFITS • 4 VIP Meet & Greet tickets • Up to 16 Rockets Reception tickets • Up to 30 Performance and Dessert Finale tickets • Additional complimentary Performance tickets upon request and based on availability
• National and Regional recognition for your leadership in the fight to promote diversity and respect • Prominent logo recognition in ADL’s Southwest Region No Place for Hate® 2017 publications • Prominent logo and full-page ad placement in the Concert printed program • Corporate banner displayed at Jones Hall as well as recognition in the Rockets Reception slideshow • Branding opportunities for recognition/logo inclusion on event collaterals, including invitation
GUEST BENEFITS • 2 VIP Meet & Greet tickets • 10 Rockets Reception tickets • Up to 20 Performance and Dessert Finale tickets
• Prominent logo recognition in ADL’s Southwest Region No Place for Hate® 2017 publications • Regional recognition as an ADL Supporter • Corporate banner displayed at Jones Hall as well as recognition in the Rockets Reception slideshow • Recognition on event collaterals, including invitation • Logo and full-page ad placement in the Concert printed program
SPONSOR LEVELS & BENEFITS, continued $18,000 – DEFENDER
$10,000 – GUARDIAN
$5,000 – SUPPORTER
RECOGNITION BENEFITS • Logo recognition in ADL’s Southwest Region No Place for Hate® 2017 publications • Recognition in the Rockets Reception slideshow at Jones Hall • Recognition in Concert invitation • Logo and half-page ad placement in the Concert printed program
RECOGNITION BENEFITS • Name recognition in ADL’s Southwest Region No Place for Hate® 2017 publications • Recognition in the Concert invitation • Logo and quarter-page ad placement in the Concert printed program
RECOGNITION BENEFITS • Recognition in the Concert invitation • Name recognition in the Concert printed program
GUEST BENEFITS • 10 Rockets Reception tickets • 10 Performance and Dessert Finale tickets
GUEST BENEFITS • 6 Rockets Reception tickets • 6 Performance and Dessert Finale tickets
GUEST BENEFITS • 2 Rockets Reception tickets • 4 Performance and Dessert Finale tickets
$500 – CONCERT SPONSOR TICKET
GUEST BENEFITS • Single Performance and Dessert Finale ticket (this sponsor level does not provide a ticket to the Rockets Reception) RECOGNITION BENEFITS • Name recognition in the Concert printed program
Please note, only two donors can be recognized with each gift.
Anti-Defamation League - Southwest Region Thursday, October 20, 2016
HOUSTON IN CONCERT AGAINST HATE AN EVENING WITH THE HOUSTON ROCKETS
DONOR REPLY CARD To be included as a sponsor in the printed program, RSVPs must be received by Thursday, September 29, 2016. ALL RSVPs must be received by Thursday, October 6, 2016. ❍ Yes! I/we will participate at the following level: ❍ $100,000
PRESENTER
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$50,000
BENEFACTOR
❍
$25,000
PATRON
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$18,000
DEFENDER
❍
$10,000
GUARDIAN
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$5,000
SUPPORTER
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