Goodwill Dallas Annual Fundraiser

THE LUNCH

THE LUNCH 2023

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2023
11:30AM – 1PM
OMNI DALLAS HOTEL

For For 100 years, Goodwill has passionately advocated for the inclusion and success of individuals with barriers to employment. We see their value, potential, and passion to better themselves. THE LUNCH, Presented by JPMorgan Chase & Co. funds Goodwill’s Workforce Development Programs, providing robust, no-cost individualized career services. We partner with individual job seekers to build pathways to success and ultimately reach their goals in life. Special thanks to our Presenting Sponsor, JPMorgan Chase, for supporting Goodwill Industries of Dallas and our annual THE LUNCH fundraiser.

Drew Brees

Drew Brees is the former 2009 Super Bowl MVP-winning quarterback for the New Orleans Saints. A native of Austin, TX, Brees attended Westlake High School and earned his Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Management from Krannert School of Management at Purdue University, while lettering in football from 1997-2000. Drew went on to play five years with the San Diego Chargers and fifteen years with the New Orleans Saints. He has been elected to 13 Pro Bowls while being named 2004 Comeback Player of the Year, 2006 All-Pro Team, 2006 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year, 2008 and 2011 NFL Offensive Player of the Year, and Super Bowl XLIV Champion and MVP.

As much pride as Brees takes in his on-field performance, he takes even more pride in his community service endeavors. Drew and his wife, Brittany, established the Brees Dream Foundation in 2003 and since then have contributed over $50,000,000 to help improve the quality of life for cancer patients and provide care, education and opportunities for children and families in need. In addition to his personal foundation, Drew has co-founded SHIELD 1 Foundation to address the greatest needs in our communities including but not limited to housing, healthcare, education, business opportunity, economic development, urban farming, support of HBCUs, social justice and legislative reform.

Brees is a proud partner of the GBX Group, Jimmy Johns, Walk-Ons Enterprises, Football N America, Smalls Sliders, and Franworth. He participates as a Board Member for Surf Sports, Stretch Zone, Franworth and formerly with the NFLPA and President’s Council for Fitness, Sports and Nutrition.

Brees has also proudly participated in five USO trips visiting Kuwait, Iraq, Afghanistan, Germany, Turkey, Djibouti, Dubai, Okinawa, and Guantanamo Bay. Drew currently lives with his wife Brittany and children Baylen, Bowen, Callen and Rylen in San Diego, CA.

THE LUNCH CO-CHAIRS

Julie Durham Rado & Steve Durham

Sustaining sponsor

  • Ten invitations with priority seating
  • Branding visibility in event signage and advertising
  • Recognition on Goodwill Dallas website for one year
  • Complimentary parking for all guests
Advocate sponsor

  • Ten invitations with priority seating  
  • Branding visibility in event signage and advertising  
  • Recognition on Goodwill Dallas website one year  
  • Complimentary parking for all guests  
  • Invitation to the VIP reception with Drew Brees
  • Quarter page ad in 2023 Goodwill Annual Report 
Champion sponsor

  • Ten invitations with high priority seating 
  • Prominent recognition in all press, event signage, and advertising 
  • Recognition on Goodwill Dallas website for one year 
  • VIP parking for all guests 
  • Invitation to THE LUNCH Kick-Off Party 
  • Invitation to the VIP reception with guest speaker(s) 
  • Quarter page ad in the 2023 Goodwill Annual Report
Legacy sponsor

  • Ten invitations with high priority seating 
  • Prominent recognition in all press, event signage, and advertising 
  • Recognition on Goodwill Dallas website for one year 
  • VIP parking for all guests  
  • Invitation to THE LUNCH Kick-Off Party  
  • Invitation to the VIP reception with guest speaker(s)  
  • Half page ad in the 2023 Goodwill Annual Report 
Premier sponsor

  • Ten invitations with highest priority seating 
  • Prominent recognition in all press, event signage, and advertising 
  • Recognition on Goodwill Dallas website for one year 
  • VIP parking for all guests  
  • Invitation to THE LUNCH Kick-Off Party  
  • Invitation to the VIP reception with guest speaker(s)  
  • Half page ad in the 2023 Goodwill Annual Report  
  • Sponsored event for a Workforce Development Program  
  • Private volunteer event 

SPONSOR A TABLE

Previous speakers

  • 2021
    Peyton Manning
  • 2019
    Lyle Lovett
  • 2018
    Laura Bush
    Jenna Bush Hager
    Barbara Bush
  • 2017
    General Stanley Mcchrystal
  • 2016
    Dr. Condoleezza Rice
  • 2015
    President George W. Bush