The Thomas Howard Foundation's (THF) Inaugural Athletic & Academic Awards Reception will honor distinguished athletes locally and nationally across a variety of sports on Thursday, March 29, 2012 from 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. MT at the renowned Coronado Country Club in El Paso.
The Thomas Howard Foundation is among the first to recognize athletes like Howard, who embraced a walk-on status at the college level and furthered their careers to higher achievement. This event will honor these athletes while also fundraising to initiate the THF Walk-On Scholarship Endowment.
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Howard, former University of Texas El Paso (UTEP) standout will welcome around 200 guests to a private evening of networking, priceless memorabilia in the silent and live auction, exceptional food, and an opportunity to take full advantage of the scenic, terrain views of the Franklin Mountains. Additionally, Howard has welcomed recognizable players from across the NFL, distinguished athletes from both junior college and universities as well as members of UTEP are expected.
“I’m excited for the opportunity to host my first Foundation event. As a walk-on athlete in college, I have always wanted to recognize and embrace what walk-ons experience, which is far different financially and academically than participating in college with a full-ride scholarship. I am blessed to have achieved a higher level and want to recognize others who have done so as well.”
A limited number of tickets are available for $100 per person by visiting Mr53.com, or by calling 510-484-7022 or emailing bcoates@exposurebbc.com. Proceeds from sponsorships and ticket purchases will benefit the Thomas Howard Foundation and its continued support to enhance both athletic and academic programs.
About The Thomas Howard Foundation
Thomas Howard Foundation, launched September 2009, works to build partnerships and programs to enhance student’s academic and athletic goals. The Foundation benefits youth ages 9 to 18 who seek to excel in both education and organized sports activities, including the YFL Football Uniforms Scholarship Fund and the Are You Smarter than a 4th Grader program for school curriculum enhancement, and its support for After-School All-Stars organization. THF is currently raising funds to initiate the THF Walk-On Scholarship Endowment. For more information, please visit Mr53.com.
