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Friday, April 10, 2026

Irma & Emilio Nicolas Media Center

321 W Commerce St.

We are thrilled to invite you to our second annual Illuminate & Inspire Changemakers Gala

An opportunity to show your support for local journalism & classical music with:

Kai Ryssdal Host and Senior Editor of Marketplace, the nation’s most-listened-to program on business and the economy. A former Navy aviator and Foreign Service officer, Kai brings a global perspective and a gift for making complex economic stories accessible and human. With markets in flux and economic uncertainty shaping headlines, Kai’s insight and clarity make him the perfect voice to guide this year’s conversation. We are honored to welcome him as our featured speaker.

Sponsorship & Ticket Options

Don't miss your chance to save - Early Bird Pricing ends on January 31, 2026.

Changemaker Sponsor

$25,000

  • Recognition as the Changemaker Sponsor in all event materials
  • Prominent logo placement on marketing materials and at the event
  • Full  page ad in the digital event program
  • 15 on-air thank  you spots
  • Opportunity to speak during the event
  • Two VIP tables (16 seats) with premium placement
  • Exclusive gift for each guest at the sponsor's tables
  • Recognition in press releases and on the event website

Illuminate Sponsor

$15,000

  • Recognition as an Illuminate Sponsor event materials
  • 30 brand spots (to be used within calendar year)
  • 10 on-air thank you spots
  • Logo placement on marketing materials and at the event
  • Half page ad in the digital event program
  • Recognition in press releases and on the event website
  • Exclusive gift for each guest at the sponsor's table
  • One VIP table (8 seats) with premium placement

Inspire Sponsor

$10,000

  • Recognition as an Inspire Sponsor in all event materials
  • 5 on-air thank you spots
  • Logo placement on marketing materials and at the event
  • Quarter page ad in the digital event program
  • Recognition on the event website
  • One premium table (8 seats)

Storyteller Sponsor

$5,000

  • Recognition as a Storyteller Sponsor in select event materials
  • Logo placement at the event
  • 5 post event thank you
  • One table (8 seats)

VIP Ticket

$500

  • Includes premium seating, dinner, wine & beer, and an exclusive gift

General Ticket

$250

  • Includes general seating, dinner, wine and beer

During our Gala, guests will have the opportunity to bid on exciting Silent Auction items.

To make our second annual event a success, we are reaching out to local businesses, artists, and community members to contribute items or services for the auction. Your generous donation helps support Texas Public Radio’s mission to create a better future for everyone through trusted journalism, enriching programming, and community connection.

Who inspires you?

Texas Public Radio’s second annual Illuminate & Inspire Changemakers Gala honors individuals making a lasting, positive impact in our community.

If you know someone creating real change, help us celebrate their work by submitting a nomination for one of our three Changemaker Awards. Nominations are open until December 19.