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Scholars Luncheon

Event 

Title:
Scholars Luncheon
When:
July 20, 2012 11:30 am - 01:30 pm
Where:
Ruthe Jackson Center - Grand Prairie
Category:
Focus on Workforce Development

Description

This Luncheon is a time for the business community to assist willing students, both graduating high school seniors and qualifying adults chosen by one of our community non-profit organizations.  The major criteria to receive a Chamber scholarship is that they have created for themselves, or in accordance with their family an environment where they can find success, but need financial aid to take the first step. The Organizations that are participating this year are:

Brighter Tomorrows - The mission of Brighter Tomorrows is to empower survivors of domestic and sexual violence.

Children First - Children First Inc. is dedicated to providing for the mental health needs of children, adolescents and adults through education and counseling with emphasis on the prevention of and recovery from abuse, neglect, and victimization.

Christian Woman’s Job Corp - The mission of Christian Women’s Job Corps is to empower women with employment and life skills through classroom instruction and mentoring in a faith-based environment.

Grand Prairie Boys and Girls Club - The mission of the Boys and Girls Club is to enable all young people to reach their potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.

Lifeline Shelter – The mission of the Lifeline Shelter is to reduce homelessness among families of school children in crisis who are enrolled in the Grand Prairie School District by providing emergency assistance, temporary shelter and life skills training for their parents.

“It takes a Village to raise a child.”  - Old African Proverb

Opportunities available are:

Presenting Sponsor                 $1000

Package: 4 tickets with premier Signage, Listed as presenting Sponsor in all pre-press and on the Major Sign Board and presentation

 

1 Student lunch ticket             $  25

1 Scholarship                          $  250

presented in the name of your choice

1 Scholarship                          $  500

presented in the name of your choice

1 Scholarship                          $1000

presented in the name of your choice

presented by the representative of your choice

T-Shirt Sponsorship               $2500

2010 Souvenir T shirt designed by a student

Bears your company logo and name

Venue

Ruthe Jackson CenterMap
Venue:
Ruthe Jackson Center   -   Website
Street:
3113 S Carrier Pkwy
ZIP:
75052
City:
Grand Prairie
State:
TX
Country:
Country: us

Description

A beautiful 32,000 square foot facility - the perfect spot for your next meeting, banquet or special event!

Facility Description


In the heart of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, the Ruthe Jackson Center features southern elegance with down-home hospitality. The facility, with Austin stone exterior and architectural style of a Texas Hill Country Lodge, features a main lobby with stone tile and a spectacular waterfall. Each room is equipped with the latest audio-visual technology and upgraded, ergonomic chairs.

The Ruthe Jackson Center team takes great pride in providing the best in service. For no additional charge, the Center offers ample parking, courtesy phones, turnkey service, and on-site maintenance and management staff. Food and beverage needs are met by an experienced caterer. Any additional items you may need to make your event a success - audio-visual equipment, staging, dance floor, decorations, and more! - can also be secured by your Ruthe Jackson Center event professionals. For more information or to book your next event, call or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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