A “Burning Bright” 8th Annual “Red Hot” HPFFA Gala Lights the Way for Houston’s Firefighters

by Scott Evans | Nov 3, 2025 | Snapshots

Chairs Alan and Elizabeth Stein (Photo by Daniel Ortiz Photography)Hallie Vanderhider and Bobby Dees (Photo by CatchLight Group)Noemi Scantlebury and Lenny Matuszewski (Photo by CatchLight Group)Marty Lancton, Edna Meyer-Nelson and Carlos Pascualli (Photo by...

To Celebrate a Day and a Lifetime of Joy, The Mission of Yahweh Dedicates Two New Dormitories to Support Houston’s Homeless Women and Children

by Scott Evans | Oct 30, 2025 | Featured, Scott's Spot

The Warner Roberts Building at The Mission of Yahweh (Photo by Larissa Harris)One of the two dormitory buildings at The Mission of Yahweh (Photo by Larissa Harris)HomeAid Board President Scott Black and Chris Weekley with David Weekley Homes (Photo by Larissa...

A Night of Firsts for Houston Children’s Charity—“If You’re Gonna Play in Texas”—A Groundbreaking Hometown Gala

by Scott Evans | Oct 27, 2025 | Snapshots

Richard and Jana Fant, Laura S. Ward and Honorees Frances Moody Buzbee and Tony Buzbee (Photo by CatchLight Group)Omar Alaoui and Sponsor Maria Moncada-Alaoui (Photo by CatchLight Group)Michael Vanderhider, Ashley Gibson, Hallie Vanderhider and Bobby Dees (Photo by...

A “Saluta” to All Things Italian at the Annual Italian Cultural & Community Center Luncheon

by Scott Evans | Oct 18, 2025 | Snapshots

ICCC Executive Director Erika Myers with Chairs Franelle Rogers and Cheryl Byington (Photo by Daniel Ortiz)Julian Fertitta, Regina Rogers and Honorable Joanne King Herring (Photo by Daniel Ortiz)Nancy Strohmer and Leila Perrin (Photo by Daniel Ortiz)Franelle Rogers,...

“Feet Were Stomping” and “Boots were Kicked Up” at the Eighth Annual Dec My Room Gala

by Scott Evans | Oct 12, 2025 | Snapshots

Chair Chelsea Collmer and Laurie Sanders with Founders Susan Plank and Kendall Plank (Photos by Daniel Ortiz)Honorees Aimee and Wynne Snoots (Photos by Daniel Ortiz)Honorees Jen and Matt Brice (Photos by Daniel Ortiz)Kat Pressly, Chelsea Collmer and Julia Morales...

25 Years in the Making Hails “Lost is not Alone,” as Texas EquuSearch’s Most Successful and Inspiring Gala

by Scott Evans | Oct 5, 2025 | Snapshots

Founder Tim Miller and Honoree Ryan Moffitt (Photo by Wilson Parish)Michael Hoctor, Marianne Brunel, Presenting Sponsor Gary Petersen, George Dodge (Photo by Wilson Parish)Honorary Chairs Roger Clemens, Andre Johnson and Dan Pastorini (Photo by Jacob Power)Laura Ward...

Leaders & Legends Saluted, a Child’s Story Told and a Heavenly Auction Brought Mission of Yahweh its Biggest Gala Evening Ever!

by Scott Evans | Sep 28, 2025 | Snapshots

Chairs Leila Perrin, Beth Wolff and Cynthia Wolff (Photo by Daniel Ortiz)Honorees Nichole and Benny Agosto, Jr. (Photo by Jacob Power)Honoree Rose Cullen, Honoree Sidney Faust and Cora Sue Mach (Photo by Daniel Ortiz)Doug And Honoree Winell Herron (Photo by Jacob...

An Evening of Hope, Beauty and Inspiration Flourishes as Stravinsky’s “The Firebird” Renews Our Houston Symphony Opening Night Concert and Gala

by Scott Evans | Sep 27, 2025 | Snapshots

Chairperson Carey Kirkpatrick and Neil Hershey (Photo by Daniel Ortiz)Margaret Alkek Williams and Executive Director/CEO Gary Ginstling (Photo by Daniel Ortiz)Musical Director Juraj Valčhua, Yoonshin Song and Gary Ginstling (Photo by Daniel Ortiz)Lindy and John...

Heroes Seen and Wishes Granted at Make-A-Wish “Wish Ball-The Hero Within” Gala

by Scott Evans | Jun 25, 2025 | Snapshots

Adonis Braithwaite with Batman (Photo by Jacob Power)Honorary Chairs Dan and Beth Bellow (Photo by Jacob Power)Honoree Mandy Williams with Board Chairman Jason Jennaro (Photo by Jacob Power)Kay Austin at the Ice Bar (Photo by Jacob Power)Drs. Jeff and ZoAnn Dreyer...

Guests Traveled to the French Countryside at Houston Symphony League President’s Luncheon

by Scott Evans | Jun 24, 2025 | Snapshots

2024-25 President Heidi Rockecharlie and 2025-26 President Leslie Nossaman (Photo by Jacob Power)Chairs Beth Wolff and Saula Valente (Photo by Jacob Power)Beth Wolff and Heidi Turney (Photo by Jacob Power)Betty Tutor and Beth Wolff (Photo by Jacob Power)Alex Soares,...