Event Date: October 26, 2024Location: Hilton Americas-HoustonEvent: GalaBeneficiary: interfaith Ministries Greater HoustonNo. in attendance: 600Money raised: $700,000Chairpersons: Paula Sutton & Bill Gross and Nadia Tajalli & Dr....
Scott Evans
Social Book Contributor
Scott Evans is a native Houstonian and the Publisher of The Social Book. His career has included success as a musician, management consultant, public relations firm owner, and technology consultant─all of which have injected him actively into the social scene for many years. Drawing on his musical background, in 1992 Scott co-produced a double CD called "Voices for Life" benefiting AIDS charities featuring Houston artists and highlighted by a music video of 200+ local celebrities singing Scott's original composition "Shades of Gray." Scott has hosted numerous events over his career and believes his best quality is his ability to make people feel a part of something special. (Photo: D. Jones Photography)
Best Buddies Texas 4th Annual Champion of the Year Gala—“Carnival of Inclusion” Brought Hundreds Together for a Wild Inclusive Night
Event Date: November 9, 2024Location: Ballroom at Bayou PlaceEvent: GalaBeneficiary: Best Buddies TexasNo. in attendance: 320Money raised: $280,000+Chairpersons: CC and Duke EnsellPresenting Sponsor: Admiral Transfer & RiggingEmcees: ...
“Once You Choose Hope, Anything is Possible” as Hope Biosciences Research Foundation Raised $1 Million at Inaugural Gala
Event Date: October 26, 2024Location: Post Oak at Uptown HoustonEvent: GalaBeneficiary: Hope Biosciences Research Foundation (HBRF)No. in attendance: 400Money raised: $1,000,000+Chairpersons: Jessica Rossman and Gordon BethuneCo-Founders: ...
A Stroll Down Avenue 360 Brought “Voices for Hope” to Omega House
Event Date: November 8, 2024Location: River Oaks Country ClubEvent: GalaBeneficiary: Avenue 360No. in attendance: 215Money raised: $215,000Chairpersons: Alicia Smith and Brigitte KalaiHonorees: Ken Bohan, Dr. Mark Nichols, and Sandy...
“It Takes a Village” at Houston Hospice 26th Annual Community Spirit Award Dinner
Event Date: October 23, 2024Location: River Oaks Country ClubEvent: GalaBeneficiary: Houston HospiceNo. in attendance: 270Money raised: $300,000Honorary Chairs: Chris Knapp and Liz WinslowChairpersons: Jenny Kempner and Isabel...
A “Fiesta Fantastico” $1.1 Million Evening for Houston Police Foundation 16th Annual True Blue Gala
Event Date: November 1, 2024Event: GalaBeneficiary: Houston Police FoundationNo. in attendance: 600Money raised: $1,100,000Chairpersons: Tilman Fertitta and Houston Police Chief J. Noe DiazDinner Chair: Laura WardDécor: The Events...
Big Hats, Big Hearts and Safe Schools Were “High Up” at Crime Stoppers of Houston “Raise ‘Em Up for Texas” Gala
Event Date: October 24, 2024Event: GalaBeneficiary: Crime Stoppers of HoustonNo. in attendance: 400Money raised: $2,000,000+Chairpersons: Dr. Elizabeth McIngvale-Mackey & Matt Mackey and Michelle & Jonathan ZadokStrategic...
Scott Rozzell Shares His Passion for Aviation and the Lone Star Flight Museum
Q&A with Scott Rozzell,Lone Star Flight Museum Lifetime Achievement Award Honoree The Lone Star Flight Museum will honor Scott Rozzell, immediate past board chair, with a prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award on Saturday, Nov. 16, at the...
Scott’s Decadent Pecan Pie Cupcakes for Fall and Holidays
Scott’s Decadent Pecan Pie Cupcakes Serves 12-14 | Cook and prep time: 1 hour and 25 minutes These pecan pie cupcakes are moist brown sugar cupcakes stuffed with delicious pecan pie filling and topped with decadent pecan pie buttercream! Enjoy them this fall and...
Ghosts, Goblins, Witches and Ghouls Flew Into Ronald McDonald House “Boo Ball” for a “Once Upon a Time” Bash
Event Date: October 25, 2024Location: Hilton Americas-HoustonEvent: GalaBeneficiary: Ronald McDonald House Charities Greater HoustonNo. in attendance: 700Money raised: $1,000,000+Chairpersons: Jennifer and Scott AllisonHonorees: Main...
A Country-Western Shindig, Auction and Prized Bourbon Celebrated Dec My Room “Kick Up Your Boots for Kids”
Event Date: October 24, 2024Location: House of BluesEvent: GalaBeneficiary: Dec My RoomNo. in attendance: 250Money raised: $350,000Chairpersons: Laurel Bashaw and Dodi WillinghamFounders: Susan Plank and Kendall PlankEvent Coordination: ...
A “Rip-Roarin’” “Two-Steppin'” Good Time at Sunshine Kids “Boots & Bourbon” Gala
Event Date: October 18, 2024Location: Ballroom at Bayou PlaceEvent: GalaBeneficiary: Sunshine KidsNo. in attendance: 350Money raised: $450,000Chairpersons: Chelsea Collmer and Laurie SandersHonorees: Talos Energy and Dr. Michael...
A Celebration of All Things Italiano at Italian Cultural and Community Center’s “Bella Roma Luncheon & Fashion Show”
Event Date: October 22, 2024Location: River Oaks Country ClubEvent: Luncheon and Fashion ShowBeneficiary: Italian Cultural and Community CenterNo. in attendance: 350Money raised: $212,000Chairpersons: Karen Remington and Saula Cente...
A Record-Setting $6.2 Million “Saturday in the Park” at Houston Children’s Charity 27th Annual Gala
Event Date: October 21, 2024Location: Post Oak at UptownEvent: GalaBeneficiary: Houston Children's CharityNo. in attendance: 700Money raised: $6,200,000Honorees: Jana and Richard FantGala Title Sponsors: Porsche River Oaks and Porsche...
Scott’s Delicious Flaky Apple Pie Scones-A Fall Treat!
Scott’s Delicious Apple Pie Scones Serves 4-6 | Cook and prep time: 40-50 minutes These Apple Pie Scones make a Fall morning a little bit more joyful, a chilly day a little warmer, a holiday brighter and the pastry a whole lot more delicious! Enjoy! INGREDIENTS:2-1/4...
Hope for a Better Future Was Built at Mission of Yahweh Second Annual Leaders & Legends Gala
Event Date: September 27, 2024Location: River Oaks Country ClubEvent: GalaBeneficiary: Mission of YahwehNo. in attendance: 400Money raised: $600,000+Honorary Chairs: Samantha Kennedy, Warner Roberts and Saula ValenteChairpersons: ...
Seventh Annual HPFFA “Red Hot” Gala-A “Red Hot” Evening for a “Red Hot” Cause
Event Date: October 5, 2024Location: Royal Sonesta HotelEvent: GalaBeneficiary: Houston Professional Fire Fighters Association Charitable FoundatioNo. in attendance: 500Money raised: $850,000Chairpersons: Elizabeth and Alan SteinPresenting...
Scott’s Parmesan and Lemon-Roasted Broccoli
Scott’s Parmesan and Lemon-Roasted Broccoli Serves 4-6 | Cook and prep time: 35-40 minutes I worship at the kitchen of Ina Garten, The Barefoot Contessa! I was inspired by her timeless recipe and have added several things to make it my own. Family and friends love it!...
Guests Discovered the New World at Houston Symphony Opening Night Concert & Gala
Event Date: October 4, 2024Locations: Jones Hall for Concert; Corinthian Houston for GalaEvent: Concert & GalaBeneficiary: Houston SymphonyNo. in attendance: 300Money raised: $550,000Chairperson: Mary Lynn MarksPresenting Sponsor: ...
Twenty Years in the Making: Bringing Some Revelry to ROCO 20th Anniversary Gala
Event Date: September 28, 2024Locations: St. John the Divine for Concert; Thompson Hotel for GalaEvent: Concert & GalaBeneficiary: ROCONo. in attendance: 300Money raised: $275,000Chairpersons: Ginger Blanton, Elizabeth Blanton and...