KIPP Texas - Houston

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Auction

If you’d like to participate in our silent auction, purchase a balloon or an instabuy you can check it out by clicking here!

We’ve also highlighted some of these below!

SHADOW THE REGIONAL SUPERINTENDENT FOR A DAY – $500 INSTABUY

Ever wonder what a full day looks like for a public charter school Superintendent? Interested in getting a behind the scenes look at supporting 34 schools and over 19,000 students? Don’t miss this opportunity to shadow our Regional Superintendent, Dan Caesar, for a day!  Do you know a high school or college student that is interested in teaching or leading a school? This would be perfect for them! Curious what it takes to support teachers and leaders in our schools? You would love this! You could even donate this to a current KIPP high school senior or alumni to give them the chance to see behind the scenes at the organization they love. 

WEISS DINNER – $2,750 STARTING BID

Enjoy the opportunity to dine with Rice University President, David W. Leebron and his wife Y. Ping Sun! This is the home of Rice University President David W. Leebron and his wife, Y. Ping Sun, the dynamic duo who will host you and your guests for a dinner. The Wiess President’s House is a beautiful home located on the corner of Sunset Boulevard and Main Street. The home was built in 1919 and donated by Mrs. Wiess to Rice University in 1974. This will be a dinner for 10.

ANNUAL CLASSROOM NAMING OPPORTUNITY – $5,000 INSTABUY

This is your chance to have your name outside a KIPP Texas – Houston classroom for the 21-22 school year!  This is the perfect way to build an even closer connection with our Big and Little KIPPsters.  Once we are back offering in-person tours, you’ll have the opportunity to tour this classroom and meet the students and teachers that attend that classroom every day.  In addition, we’ll prioritize visiting this classroom with other KIPP Texas – Houston visitors all throughout the year so that other supporters can see your recognition as well. 

 

 MEAL PICK-UP BOXES

Guests picking up their meal bags will receive the following items:

MEZZA BOX

Hummus, Crudite (Carrot, Cucumber, Olives, Artichoke, Peppadew), Marinated Feta, Grilled Mini Naan, and Lavash

HOT ENTREE

Grilled Spring Market Vegetable Salad of Zucchini, Squash, Carrot, Haricot Vert, Red Bell Pepper Asparagus and Olive Oil
Orzo with Charred Corn, Peppers, Onions and Fresh Lime
Rosemary and Lemon Grilled Chicken Breast with Chimichurri
Two Grilled Gulf Shrimp Skewers with Sweet Chili Glaze

TRIO OF PETITE SWEETS

Mini Olive Oil Citrus Cake Bite, Decadent Chocolate Brownie Torte & Ginger Molasses Cookies Served with a side of Orange Zest Whipped Cream