TPR Illuminate & Inspire Night Station Celebration
TPR's fundraising fiesta
Join us for a festive evening of fellowship, a conversation with Marketplace's Kai Rysdall, and the presentation of the
TPR Changemaker Awards
The Illuminate Award
Presented to a trailblazer or newsmaker driving meaningful change in San Antonio through innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to community engagement. The Illuminate Award honors an individual who is making a profound impact in their field such as education, housing, the arts, healthcare and more.
The Impact Award
The Impact Award is presented to a transformational innovator who challenges the status quo, creates positive change, and builds future generations.
The Inspire Award
Presented to a motivational, visionary, and influential leader, the Inspire Award celebrates a legacy or lifetime of work that empowers and inspires the community.
Sponsorship & Ticket Options
- Recognition as the Changemaker Sponsor in all event materials
- Prominent logo placement on marketing materials and at the event
- Full
- 15 on-air thank
- 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
- 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
- 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)
- Recognition as a Storyteller Sponsor in select event materials
- Logo placement at the event
- 5 post event thank you
- One table (8 seats)
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.
Texas Public Radio’s second annual Illuminate & Inspire Changemakers Gala honors individuals making a lasting, positive impact in our community.
| Francisco A.Gónima | Lisa Andrade-Gónima | Laura Cavaretta | Aissatou Sidime-Blanton | Hector & Mary Garcia |
| Bill & Marilyn Moll | DanMenelly | Carla Sierra | Jessica Karam Oley | Seymour Battle |
| Xitlalt Herrera | Melinda Higgins Louden | Jimmy Moore | Alan Kramer | Dr. Ian Thompson |
| Sean Lyons | Andi Rodriguez | Patricia Pratchett |