Please join us to celebrate the resilience and bright futures of Howard County students!
Date: Monday, May 6, 2024
Time: 6-8:30pm
Location: Cured 18th & 21st, 10980 Grantchester Way, Columbia MD
Join business and community leaders for an inspirational evening to support education in Howard County. Featuring a brief program, engaging speakers, and networking. Key speakers will share the impact of programs offered by Bright Minds and HCPSS. Remarks by HCPSS Acting Superintendent William J. Barnes.
Two individuals and one business will be recognized for their contributions to Howard County public schools. Suzi Padgett, Sales Manager for Compass Real Estate, is the inaugural recipient of the Bright Minds Philanthropist of the Year award. Marcy Leonard, Principal of Wilde Lake High School, will receive the Outstanding Alumni Award. Sheehy Toyota of Laurel will receive Bright Minds Business Partner of the Year Award.
All proceeds of this event will support Bright Minds programs focused on improving education outcomes for all Howard County students. With your support, this event will raise critical funds for early literacy, resources for learning, college scholarships, and teacher grants.
Cured 18th & 21st will be offering a selection of its most popular menu items, signature cocktails, wine, beer, and other beverages.
Help us congratulate our honorees by sending a congratulatory note!
Philanthropist of the Year – Suzi Padgett
Outstanding Alumni Award – Marcy Leonard
With Special Thanks to Our Presenting Sponsor:
Sponsorship Packages
We are seeking sponsors for this event. Please click on each sponsorship title to learn more.
$10,000 – RESERVED
- Recognition on all event materials, Bright Minds website, social media
- Profile in Bright Minds newsletter distributed to 2000 engaged friends of education
- Opportunity to greet guests during arrival & distribute promotional items
- Pre-event reception with HCPSS and select sponsors
- 6 complimentary tickets, plus reserved seating at event
- Includes Masters sponsorship (foursome, tee sign, recognition) at Bright Minds Golf Classic on October 16, 2024
$5,000 – Limited to five
- Recognition on all event materials, Bright Minds website, social media
- Pre-event reception with HCPSS and select sponsors
- 5 complimentary tickets
- Includes Masters sponsorship (foursome, tee sign, recognition) at Bright Minds Golf Classic on October 16, 2024
$2,500
- Recognition on all event materials, Bright Minds website, social media
- 4 complimentary tickets
- Includes foursome at Bright Minds Golf Classic on October 16, 2024
$1,500
- Recognition on all event materials, Bright Minds website, social media
- 3 complimentary tickets
- 10% discount on any sponsorship or foursome at Bright Minds Golf Classic on October 16, 2024
$500
- Recognition on all event materials, Bright Minds website, social media
- 2 complimentary tickets
Purchase tickets and sponsorship packages below.
You may also pay by sending a check to Bright Minds Foundation, 10910 Clarksville Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21042. All payments will be gratefully acknowledged.
Please call 410-313-8992 or email events@brightmindsfoundation.org with any questions.