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Celebrate Early Education Excellence at the 2025 Building Blocks Luncheon

Join us in shaping the future of child care and early learning in Greater Houston.

Thursday, September 25, 2025
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
River Oaks Country Club

Honoring: PNC Bank

SAVE THE DATE!

 

Co-Chairs: Sarah & Dan DeSnyder and Kaitlin & Charlie Yardley

Luncheon Sponsorship Opportunities

Collaborative for Children Builds Strong Foundations for Early Learners

We empower child care centers, educators, and families with tools to deliver high-quality early childhood education. Our Centers of Excellence (COEs) are transforming how children learn and thrive from birth to age five.

Core Capabilities

– Certified early childhood education (ECE) training for teachers and staff

– Business coaching for child care center owners to become COEs

– Parent engagement programs to extend learning into the home

– STEM and STEAM-based curriculum to build 21st-century skills

– Mobile learning labs and digital tools to reach underserved communities

Why It Matters

– 90% of brain development happens before age 5

– Children in COEs are more likely to be kindergarten-ready

– We close achievement gaps before they widen

Our Process: How We Deliver Impact

Technology + Training = Future-Ready Kids

We integrate robotics, AI, and hands-on learning to prepare children for a tech-driven world. Our COEs are equipped with tools and coaching that make learning fun, measurable, and equitable.

Testimonials “Becoming a Center of Excellence changed everything. Our teachers are more confident, our kids are thriving, and our families are engaged like never before.” — COE Director, Houston
Testimonials “The Collab-Lab brought learning right to our neighborhood. My child is excited about school and learning every day.” — Parent, Third Ward

Outcomes and Opportunities

What You Make Possible

– Launch of new COEs in underserved communities

– Expansion of mobile learning labs and digital access

– Scholarships for ECE training and parent workshops

Special Experiences

– For Parents: Tools to support learning at home

– For Educators: Certified training and coaching

– For Center Owners: Business support and COE certification

– For Donors: Measurable impact and community transformation

Help Build Brighter Futures for Houston’s Children

Your support helps us expand access to high-quality early education across Greater Houston.

Make a Gift Today



2025 Luncheon Amenities

Catalyst – $50,000

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Sponsor Benefits:

• Table of 10 – Premier Seating

• Name Recognition on all Event Digital and Printed Materials

• Social Media Spotlight

• Logo on Electronic Event Banner

• Recognition in Annual Report

Curiosity Champion – $25,000

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Sponsorship Benefits:

• Table of 10 – Prominent Seating

• Name Recognition on all Event Digital and Printed Materials

• Social Media Spotlight

• Logo on Electronic Event Banner

• Recognition in Annual Report

Visionary Leader – $10,000

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Sponsorship Benefits:

• Table of 10 – Prime Seating

• Name Recognition on all Event Digital and Printed Materials

• Logo on Electronic Event Banner

• Recognition in Annual Report

Innovator – $5,000

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Sponsorship Benefits:

• Table of 10 – Preferred Seating

• Name Recognition on all Event Digital and Printed Materials

• Name on Electronic Event Banner

• Recognition in Annual Report

Problem Solver – $2,500

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Sponsorship Benefits:

• Table of 10

• Recognition in Program Booklet

Underwriter – Program – $7,500

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Underwriter Marketing Benefits:

• 6 seats

• Logo Recognition on Event Screen, Logo Recognition on all Event Digital and Printed Materials

• Name on Electronic Event Banner

• Recognition in Program Booklet

Underwriter – Reception – $5,000

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Underwriter Marketing Benefits:

• 4 seats

• Logo Recognition in Lobby and at Drink Stations

• Logo Recognition on all Event Digital and Printed Materials

• Recognition in Program Booklet

Empowering Young Minds with Technology and Innovation in Early Childhood Education