The 2020 Creating Futures Gala features nationally-known speaker and television host Mike Huckabee. Charles W. Herbster has made this exciting evening possible by hosting Mr. Huckabee’s attendance at the Gala.
The Creating Futures Gala supports Omaha Christian Academy, a private, accredited K-12 school that serves children from across the metropolitan area. Omaha Christian Academy Website
The keynote speaker, Mike Huckabee, is a former Governor of Arkansas, past presidential candidate, and a best-selling author. He hosts his own program on TBN, and frequently appears as a FOX News contributor. Governor Huckabee is married to Janet, and both share a love for Christian education. The Huckabees have 3 children, and 6 grandchildren.
Charles W. Herbster is the owner of Carico Farms Inc., which traces its roots back to the 1800’s. He currently serves as chairman of the Agricultural and Rural Advisory Committee for President Donald J. Trump. Mr. Herbster is also the owner of five other national companies, and has been actively involved in the National Day of Prayer movement for over 15 years.
Our Emcee for the evening is Jack Swanda. Jack has been on the air in Omaha in various formats since 1982. Along with being host of The Drive Home on Boomer Radio, he is a Financial Advisor and Vice President at Wealth Partners, a Wealth Advisory Practice of Ameriprise Financial. Jack and his wife Karen raised their three daughters and now enjoy life as “Nana and Papa.”
The banquet will be held at Embassy Suites in La Vista on Thursday, October 8, 2020. A private VIP reception with Governor Huckabee is scheduled from 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
The banquet program will be held from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. In response to COVID-19 and social distancing recommendations, 6 people will be seated at each table and tables will be appropriately distanced from each other. All CDC guidelines will be observed, so please bring a mask. The evening will feature a plated meal, live performances by OCA students, and other lively entertainment! Of course, the keynote address will be given by Governor Huckabee.
All proceeds from the evening will benefit Omaha Christian Academy. Individual tickets are on sale for each $75 until October 3rd. Sponsorships are available until October 1st! If you are unable to attend, please prayerfully consider making a donation by October 8th.
**Omaha Christian Academy is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization and donations to the school may be tax-exempt. Consult your tax advisor to determine whether any donations to OCA are tax deductible.
SPONSORSHIP DETAILS:
Diamond Sponsor- $25,000
- Logo/Name on five priority tables with seating for 6 at each table
- Ten VIP Reception Tickets
- Logo/Name on Omaha Christian Academy website, online event pages and event sponsor scenes
- Mention during event
- Full page ad in printed event program
- Recognition on the Omaha Christian Academy ScoreVision Scoreboard at home games for one year
Platinum Sponsor- $15,000
- Logo/Name on four priority tables with seating for 6 at each table
- Six VIP Reception Tickets
- Logo/Name on Omaha Christian Academy website, online event pages, and event sponsor screens
- Mention during event
- 1/2 page ad in printed event program
- Recognition on the Omaha Christian Academy ScoreVision Scoreboard at home games for the fall season
Gold Sponsors -$5,000
- Logo/Name on three priority tables with seating for 6 at each table
- Logo/Name on Omaha Christian Academy website, online event pages, and event sponsor screens
- Mention during event
- 1/4 page ad in printed event program
Silver Sponsor – $2,500
- Logo/Name on two priority tables with seating for 6 at each table
- Logo/Name printed on Omaha Christian Academy website, online event pages and event sponsor screens
- 1/8 page ad in printed event program
Table Sponsor – $1,000
- Logo/Name on one priority table with seating for 6
- Logo/Name printed in event program
- Logo/Name on event sponsor screens
Individual Ticket – $75
Date & Time
Thursday, October 8, 2020 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM CDT
Location
Embassy Suites by Hilton Omaha La Vista Hotel & Conference Center
12520 Westport Parkway, La Vista, NE 68128
We Thank Our Sponsors!
Presenting Sponsor:
Charles W. Herbster, Owner of Carico Farms, Inc.
Champion of Christian Education:
Berniece Grewcock
Diamond Sponsor:
Lorelee Hunt Byrd
Gold Sponsor:
Alliance Medical Staffing
PrimeTime Healthcar
Lucille Sapp
The Roger Curry Family
The Ron Foupht Family
Silver Sponsor:
Briggs Inc. of Omaha
Celebrity Homes
Dave Janke Plumbing
Pinnacle Bank
The Shawn Spencer Family
The Kent Wirges Family
Table Sponsor
Access Bank
American Amusements Company
American National Bank
Complete Wedding + Events
Delta Faucets and Mid-America Sales Group
First Westroads Bank
Harr Agency of Globe Life
Instafreshner
Lee Sapp Ford
Nebraska Realty – Richard Colegrove
Oertwich Family Farms
Rheem – Mack McClain
Security National Bank
The Brian Black Family
The Kirk Holmes Family
The Kyle Acre Family
The Dave Lundquist & Steven Hempel Families
The Gary Krehbiel Family
The Greg Sloma Family
The James Shibel Family
The Kent Wirges Family
The Leo Eledge Family
The Mike Mengwasser Family
The Robert Julian Family
Wallman Dairy and Platinum Realty
Partner Sponsors:
Christian Business Men’s Connection (CBMC)
KreativElement