The Social Book

07/31/2026

As many of you are aware, and for those who are not, our dear friend Mary Ann McKeithan passed away on June 30th after a long battle with Alzheimer's over the past four years. The family has asked me to let friends know that a memorial service will be held tomorrow, Saturday, August 1, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel at Grace Presbyterian Church, 10221 Ella Lee Lane, Houston, Texas 77042. Please keep her husband, David; her children; their spouses; grandchildren; her sister; and her many friends in your thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace, Mary Ann. (Photo by Wilson Parish)

06/23/2026

Two beautiful events were enjoyed at the 32nd annual “A Celebration of Reading,” which raised over $2.2 million for the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation. Congratulations to all involved for a spectacular and well-attended event!

32nd annual “A Celebration of Reading” raised over $2.2 million for the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation, thanks to 1,100 supporters.

06/15/2026

Over 350 excited guests joined Chairs Tricia Britt, Kelli Bunch, Maddison McConn, and McKenzie Reitz and made their way to this remarkable home for the annual Rienzi Spring Party, where they dined poolside in a Palm Beach atmosphere and raised $157,000 for Rienzi's operating budget. Congratulations to all involved!

350 guests joined Chairs Tricia Britt, Kelli Bunch, Maddison McConn and McKenzie Reitz at the remarkable Rienzi home for the annual Spring Party.

06/03/2026

The Caroline School and Easter Seals Greater Houston celebrated a quarter-century of great work and raised $540,000 at their recent gala, with the support of guests, sponsors, and the ESGH team! Congratulations to everyone involved in this very special evening!

Three anniversaries converged as Easter Seals Greater Houston and The Caroline School hosted their annual gala, raising a $540,000 tribute!

05/31/2026

American Cancer Society celebrated its 6th annual Tickled Pink Luncheon. More than 650 guests raised $650,000 for the organization's ongoing efforts. Congratulations to all involved!

More than 650 American Cancer Society supporters gathered to enjoy the “sea of pink” fashions and celebrate the $650,000 raised for this effort.

05/26/2026

Houston Symphony celebrated its annual Wine Dinner and Collector's Auction on stage at Jones Hall with a crowd of 350 and raised over $900,000 to support its continued good works! Congratulations to all involved!

350 Houston Symphony supporters flocked to Jones Hall for the 2026 Houston Symphony Wine Dinner and Collector’s Auction and raised $900,000.

05/23/2026

The Men of Distinction Luncheon celebrated 19 years of honoring our city's philanthropic gentlemen, and to date, has raised over $7.5 million to benefit pediatric biomedical research, education and patient care in the Texas Medical Center. Honored were John Eads, Michael Linn and John Rydman. Congratulations to all!

Three outstanding men were honored at the 19th Men of Distinction Luncheon where $7.5 million to date was raised for pediatric medical research.

05/18/2026

Make-A-Wish Texas Gulf Coast and Louisiana celebrated its annual "Wish Ball," raising $1.8 million to grant wishes for children facing critical illnesses. Congratulations to all.

700 guests celebrated the annual Make-A-Wish Texas Gulf Coast and Louisiana “Wish Ball,” where $1.8 million was raised to support its efforts.

05/14/2026

More than 450 guests gathered to celebrate the annual CanCare HOPE Survivorship Luncheon and light a candle for those in their lives affected by cancer! This annual gala, chaired by Kristy Junco Bradshaw and honoring Dr. Marc Boom, Elizabeth Stein, and Hallie Vanderhider, raised over $550,000 to support this amazing organization! Congratulations to all!

Event Date: May 5, 2026Event: LuncheonBeneficiary: CanCareNo. in attendance: 450Monies raised: $550,000Chairperson: Kristy BradshawHonorees: Dr. Marc

05/05/2026

VICTORY Houston held its fourth annual gala and, with the help of 650 supporters, sponsors, and donors, raised over $1.8 million for Greater Houston-area cancer research and initiatives. Congratulations to all involved!

VICTORY Houston raised $1.8 million with support from chairs Keeli Lee, Lelia Sprague, and Edith Wittig van Wageningen, guests and sponsors.