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Gala 2009 — Celebrate the Spirit: Women of the West
The Autry National Center of the American West 22nd Annual Gala
Saturday October 3, 2009 •
4700 Western Heritage Way
Los Angeles, CA
| 6:00 p.m. |
Silent Auction and Reception |
| 8:00 p.m. |
Live Auction, and Dinner |
| 10:00 p.m. |
Saloon Open with Dancing in the Plaza |
Black tie or fancy Western
Please call 323.667.2000, ext. 317, for ticket and sponsorship information.
Honoring Helen Kleberg Groves with the Western Heritage Award, and celebrating the indomitable spirit of the women of the West
The Western Heritage Award recognizes individuals and organizations who have made significant contributions to the art, culture, and legacy of our American West. The Autry National Center is pleased to recognize Helen Kleberg Groves for her contributions as a rancher, author, and philanthropist. Raised on the legendary King Ranch, Groves is known as the "first lady of cutting," having spent more than two decades breeding, raising, and riding cutting horses on her ranch while competing at almost every major show. She has also established herself as a major presence in breeding and racing Thoroughbreds and is a leading supporter of equine research.
Sponsorship Opportunities and Tickets
The Autry National Center's 2009 Celebrate the Spirit: Women of the West Gala takes its inspiration from the Autry's upcoming exhibitions Home Lands: How Women Made the West , which explores how women have shaped the landscape of the American West, and The Art of Native American Basketry: A Living Tradition, which celebrates the artistry and craft of these predominantly female basket makers. Funds from the Gala provide support for the Autry's core exhibitions and make possible the extensive educational and outreach programs that serve tens of thousands of students, families, teachers, and scholars annually — including nearly 50,000 schoolchildren each year from schools located in the most challenged communities in the Los Angeles area.
We are pleased to provide the benefits below in recognition of your sponsorship of our Gala and support of our mission. Thank you.
Presenting Sponsor $250,000
- Three tables of ten
- Recognition as a Presenting sponsor in the Gala invitation and program
- Two Full-Page Ads in the Gala Tribute Book
- Special mention during the evening's program
- Recognition as a major sponsor of either the Home Lands exhibition or Rooted in the Earth: Basketry of Native North America exhibition including name and logo on title wall, printed materials, reception invitations, website and the annual donor wall
- Ten invitations to the opening reception of the sponsored exhibition
- Opportunity to create customized benefits package for employees, friends or family
Diamond Sponsor $100,000
- Two tables of ten
- Recognition as a Diamond sponsor in the Gala invitation and program
- One Diamond Full-Page Ad in the Gala Tribute Book
- Special mention during the evening's program
- Recognition as a major sponsor of either the Home Lands exhibition or Rooted in the Earth: Basketry of Native North America exhibition including name and logo on title wall, printed materials, reception invitations, website and the annual donor wall
- Eight invitations to the opening reception of the sponsored exhibition
- Opportunity to create customized benefits package for employees, friends or family
Platinum Sponsor $50,000
- Two tables of ten
- Recognition as a Platinum sponsor in the Gala invitation and program
- One Platinum Full-Page Ad in the Gala Tribute Book
- Special recognition during the evening's program
- Recognition as a major sponsor of either the Home Lands exhibition or Rooted in the Earth: Basketry of Native North America exhibition including name and logo on title wall, printed materials, reception invitations, website and the annual donor wall
- Six invitations to the opening reception of the sponsored exhibition
- Opportunity to create customized benefits package for employees, friends or family
Gold Sponsor $25,000
- Two tables of ten
- Recognition as a Gold sponsor in the Gala invitation and program
- One Gold Full-Page Ad in the Gala Tribute Book
- Special recognition during the evening's program
Silver Sponsor $10,000
- One table of ten
- Recognition as a Silver sponsor in the Gala invitation and program
- One Silver Half-Page Ad in the Gala Tribute Book
Tickets are $1,000 each
2009 Gala Committee
Gala Cochairs:
Barbara H. Carlsberg
Kathy Hartley
Mark Hartley
Susan R. Hearst
Sherry A. Nicholas
Lois R. Rice
Gala Committee:
Richard Allen
Sharon L. Allen
Andy Anderson
Sandra J. Ausman
Raymond P. Caldiero
Frank Countner
Susan Countner
Marian Craver
Theodore F. Craver Jr.
Marvin Elkin
Simona B. Elkin
Sandra Gordon
Federico Jimenez
Constance K. Level
Leon J. Level
Marshall McKay
James R. Parks
Lynn Pike
Charles C. Reed
Lorna Y. Reed
Sharon Rogers-McKay
Lora A. Sandroni
Virginia Scharff
Beverly K. Smith
Betsy Ulf
Franklin E. Ulf
Lynn Valbuena
Anna Lou Weir
Fausto Yturria Jr.
Board of Trustees
Officers
Thomas L. Lee
Chairman of the Board
David W. Cartwright
Secretary
Stanley B. Schneider
Treasurer
Trustees
Richard Allen
Sharon L. Allen
Stephanie Anaya-Sernett
Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich
Honorary Trustee
Sandra J. Ausman
Sheldon I. Ausman
Jackie Autry
Les Biller
Sheri Biller
Raymond P. Caldiero
Barbara H. Carlsberg
Edward M. Carson
Frank Countner
Susan Countner
Marian Craver
Theodore F. Craver Jr.
Joe W. DeFur
June A. Ebensteiner
Marvin Elkin
Simona B. Elkin
John J. Geraghty
Jay H. Grodin
Calvin B. Gross
Joanne D. Hale
Kathy Hartley
Mark Hartley
Michael Heumann
Alan Horn
Jack Hunt
Ellen Jimenez
Federico Jimenez
Robert S. Kaufman
Robert W. Kelly
Janet Lamkin
Colleen Lee
Constance K. Level
Leon J. Level
Carol Llewellyn
John F. Llewellyn
Greg Martin
Petra Martin
Liam E. McGee
Lori Tomoyasu McGee
Marshall McKay
Caryll S. Mingst
Peter W. Mullin
Sherry A. Nicholas
Leslie A. Pam
James R. Parks
Anthony R. Pico
Lynn Pike
Robert M. Raney
Charles C. Reed
Lorna Y. Reed
Keith W. Renken
Lois R. Rice
Sharon Rogers-McKay
Kimberly Rose
Grace L. Russak
Lora A. Sandroni
Robert U. Sandroni
Dan Sernett
Michael L. Shannon
Ruth B. Shannon
Delaina Sotoodeh
John Sotoodeh
Thomas A. Techentin
Carl F. Thorne
Joyce P. Thurmer
Roberta L. Turner
Betsy Ulf
Franklin E. Ulf
Lynn Valbuena
Robert L. Weir
Supervisor Zev Yaroslavsky
Honorary Trustee
Fausto Yturria Jr.
Sandra Yturria
John L. Gray
President & CEO
Gene Autry
Founder
Jackie Autry
Founding Chair and Life Trustee
Joanne D. Hale
Founding President and Life Trustee
Monte Hale
Stanley B. Schneider
Clyde Tritt
Founding Directors Emeriti
Live Auction
“Sharing the Harvest” by Masters Artist Z. S. Liang Oil on linen, 46 x 32 in.In early fall, the Indian women harvest the wild sweet berries. The young warriors stand guard to protect the women from intruding wild animals. This young Blackfoot brave and Indian maiden have been attracted to each other for some time. He has yet to ask her father for permission to court her. She has approached him with a gift of the sweet berries. This is the first time they have touched hands. She is bashfully looking down while he is accepting the berries and staring into her face, hoping she will look up. Young love is the same in all cultures.
Texas Ranch Holiday for Six at the Hacienda Yturria and the Historic King Ranch King Ranch Main HouseLooking for a unique getaway? Six lucky people will experience the history and modern-day workings of two historic south Texas ranches. The adventure begins with three days at the fabulous Hacienda Yturria, in the Wild Horse Desert in Brownsville, Texas. Enjoy tennis, putting, sporting-clays shooting, wildlife viewing, and stunning sunsets. Travel to the historic King Ranch, one of the largest ranches in the world, for three days of activities including tours of the main headquarters, museum, saddle shop, horse breeding farm, and game viewing.
Bohlin Belt BuckleThe Bohlin Company has created a one-of-a-kind ladies' belt buckle with 14-carat rose-gold poppy and one-carat pavé diamond center with matching pendant and earrings exclusively for the Autry Gala.
Labrador PuppyTake home a beautiful and cuddly female puppy. She comes with AKC papers and descends from a long line of champions.
Scottish Castle Adventure for EightSpend a spectacular week at a private country estate in Scotland.
2010 Lexus IS 350Drive home in this seductive Lexus IS 350C two-door convertible from Toyota Motor Sales USA.
South African Odyssey for Two Spend eight nights and nine days exploring South Africa. Highlights include:
• Four nights at Cape Town's Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa, voted Best Hotel in Africa by Travel+Leisure magazine in 2009.
• Cape Town city tour, including a cable car ride to the top of Table Mountain to view the "most beautiful city in the world."
• Private dinner in the home of a Capetonian family where you will enjoy the delicious cuisine and hospitality that is synonymous with South Africa.
• Spectacular views and sights of Cape Peninsula-the edge of the continent where the Indian and Atlantic oceans meet.
• A day in the Cape Winelands visiting the quaint towns of Stellenbosch, one of South Africa's oldest villages, Franschhoek, and Paarl. In addition to local wines and champagnes, you will sample cheeses, chocolates, and breads.
• Two memorable nights at Kings Camp, located in the Timbavati Game Reserve. After exhilarating game drives, enjoy a dinner in the boma or a bush braai under the canvas of the dazzling African sky.
• Thrilling game drives for two days at Djuma Vuyatela in wildlife-rich Sabi Sands Game Reserve. Track lion, rhino, and buffalo. Photograph herds of elephants, graceful giraffe, and the shy, elusive leopard.
• Sundowners in the bush to savor the spectacular African sunset, and exciting night drives through the bush to spot nocturnal species and big cats on nighttime patrol.
Autry Angels Suite for TenJoin Jackie Autry as her guest in the Autry Suite at Angel Stadium for an exciting game of baseball.
Silent Auction
The Silent Auction includes exciting vacations to destinations such as Lake Mancos Dude Ranch in Colorado, Monmouth Plantation in Natchez, Mississippi, and a Cache Creek Resort Package; winery tours and tastings; tickets to sporting events, including a Lakers suite for twelve, autographed baseball memorabilia, first-edition Gene Autry books; Hollywood Bowl box seats; designer jewelry by Federico, Consuelo, and Selene; accessories by Michael Simon, Judith Leiber, and Isabella Fiore; and a one-of-a-kind ladies' jacket by Manuel of Nashville.
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