Events Salute to Champions
15th anniversary – Salute to Champions
Save the Date
Friday, October 9, 2026 | The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston
11:30 AM - 1:15 PM
Event Co-chairs
Elsie Eckert – Sidney Faust – Judi McGee
Emeritus Chair
Scott Bassinger
Join us for a meaningful celebration that supports pediatric cancer research and care while recognizing influential leaders from Houston’s philanthropic and business communities. Together, we will honor hope, resilience, and progress in the fight against childhood cancer and blood disorders.
Legacy Champions
Glenda & Russell Gordy
Winell & William C. Herron, Jr.
Betty & John L. Hrncir
Brigitte & Bashar B. Kalai
Hannah & Cal McNair
Alicia & Lance J. Smith
Elizabeth & Alan L. Stein
Laura S. Ward
2026 Community Champions
Nichole & Bernardino Agosto
Susan & Gary Binney
Dr. Alice Mao & Dr. Matthew Brams
Laurie & Christopher G. DeClaire
Deborah D. Dunkum
Jane & Dean Gladden
Kurt Grether & Bill Stubbs
Robin & Danny Klaes
Deborah D. Laws
Raquel Lewis
Steve & Joella Mach
Melisa Margraves
Leila J. Perrin
Warner Roberts
Mary L. Sage
Katherine & Seth Tsuru