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Parents group holds fundraising gala

WEIMAR – Parents as Teachers of Rural South Central Texas hosted their annual fundraising gala themed “UnMasking Potential with PAT” on Feb. 17. The event brought the community together who share a goal of supporting local families by “unmasking” the boundless potential within each child, especially during the most crucial early years of their lives.
Parents group holds fundraising gala
Pictured is the PAT fundraiser Committee. From left in the bottom row are Gary Carpenter, Karen Hoskins, Chris Wick, Sara Wick, Jesus Martinez, Matt Pekar, Cheryl Pekar, Carol Janecka, Lucy Stanzel, Windi Raphael, Nettie Cernosek, Gene Janecka, Maria Mancera, Tanya Schinder, Lorena Hernandez, Joe Schindler and Josue Rivas. In the middle row are Glenn Davis, Bob Stanzel, Helen Niesner, Amy Elstner and Sonya Roberts. In the back row are Sherise Davis, Dallas Garza, Carl Elstner and Melanie Ramirez. Courtesy photo

WEIMAR — Parents as Teachers of Rural South Central Texas hosted their annual fundraising gala themed “UnMasking Potential with PAT” on Feb. 17. The event brought the community together who share a goal of supporting local families by “unmasking” the boundless potential within each child, especially during the most crucial early years of their lives.

The night kicked off with a thoughtfully curated appetizer spread paired with an open bar, followed by a delicious chicken and ribeye steak dinner. This set the stage for an eagerly awaited live auction that showcased unique items and exciting experiences, all in support of the PAT program and the families and children they serve.

172 attendees represent the community’s dedication to fostering educational opportunities for every child in Rural South Central Texas. By shedding light on the transformative power of early education, PAT aims to inspire ongoing support for their mission in a fun and meaningful way.

Parents as Teachers of Rural South Central Texas expresses gratitude to all attendees, donors, bidders and volunteers who contributed to making this event a resounding success.

For those who would like to contribute to PAT, please visit sw-pat.org About Parents as Teachers of Rural South Central Texas Parents as Teachers of Rural South Central Texas is a non-profit organization committed to empowering parents and caregivers to provide the best possible start for their children. Through innovative programs, community engagement, and educational initiatives, Parents as Teachers of Rural South Central Texas strives to unlock the full potential of every child, ensuring a brighter future for generations to come in the rural area.

For those who have children or know of someone who has children 5 or under that would like to be part of PAT, or for those wanting more information, please contact at 979-743-6584 or email [email protected]


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