21st Annual Tribute Luncheon
A Celebration of Community Philanthropy
Tribute Luncheon serves as the Foundation’s annual celebration of philanthropy to honor the ongoing good works of civic leaders and volunteers for sharing their time, talents and financial resources in support of a better community.
Come alongside us as we honor community servants for their selfless service, giving hearts and generosity as we recognize their collective impact on countless charities and nonprofit organizations—enhancing the quality of life where we live and work.
Luncheon features include video tributes celebrating the impact of our honorees, recognition of an annual Community Champion for Business Giving, and a Philanthropist of the Day Raffle event.
Proceeds from this luncheon serve as an important funding source for the annual operational needs of a vibrant Community Foundation.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.
College Station Hilton and Conference Center
Honoring
Frank Ashley Doris Light Daisy and John White
$5,000 ‘Your Legacy’ Sponsor [8 sponsorships] – premiere seating for 8 including logo/business name recognition in printed invitation, print media, and digital/social media; full-page color advertisement in printed program; thank you recognition in local publications; two [2] reserved parking spots at the luncheon; two [2] centerpieces will be our gift to you.
$2,500 ‘For Good’ Sponsor – reserved luncheon seating for 8 including exclusive logo recognition in invitation and digital/social media; ½ page advertisement in printed program, and thank you advertisement in local publications; one [1] centerpiece will be our gift to you.
$1,500 ‘Forever’ Sponsor – reserved luncheon seating for 8 including name recognition in invitation, and digital/social media, printed program, and thank you advertisement in local publications.
$400 ‘Community Giving’ Sponsor – luncheon reservations for 2 with preferential seating and special name recognition in the invitation, printed program, and thank you advertisement in local publications.
$100 Luncheon Reservation [unreserved seating]
Deadline for sponsorship commitments to appear in the printed invitation is Friday, February 27, 2026.
Submit your sponsorship information online by clicking here.
To process payment via credit card or for additional information call the Foundation Office at (979) 589-4305.
A SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR 2026 LUNCHEON SPONSORS
“PHILANTHROPY” PRESENTING Sponsor
Former Tribute Luncheon Honorees:
2025 Kara and Doug French, Andrea Derrig, Sue Ellen and Fred Davis
2024 John Anderson, Amber and Hunter Goodwin, Lorraine and Chuck Hermann
2023 Phoebe Watts, Gina and Bill Flores, and Ben Downs
2022 Lina and Kenny Lawson, Keith Halsell, and Becky and B. Don Russell
2020 [COVID] and 2021 Sue M. Lee, Denise Fries, and Timothy N. Bryan
2019 Pat Allen and Don Rice, Kay and Britt Rice, and Tom Wilkinson
2018 Judy and Larry Holt, Brigadier General Joe E. Ramirez, Jr. USA [Ret.], and Ron Schmidt
2017 Celia Goode-Haddock, Gary Blair, and Larry Hodges
2016 Reba Ragsdale†, Candy Rust and Royce Hickman
2015 Cherry and J.J. Ruffino
2014 Caroline and Tom McDonald
2013 Nancy and Leonard Berry
2012 Tedi and Chuck Ellison
2011 Stephanie Sale and Jim Singleton
2010 Kathy and Gene Joyce
2009 Janie and Fain McDougal
2008 Red Cashion†
2007 Susan and Bill Birdwell
2006 Julia and David Gardner
2005 Ann and Bob Wiatt