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Join us for the 2025 President's Honors | April 11, 2025
President’s Honors is first and foremost a celebration — of God’s faithfulness, of donor generosity, and of all that makes MidAmerica Nazarene University’s mission worthy of unwavering, sacrificial support.
Launched in 2012, President’s Honors has quickly become MNU’s premier event of the year and a vital source of support for the university. In the event’s first twelve years, donors have contributed over $7.6 million for student scholarships through President’s Honors sponsorships, auction purchases and attendance.
Highlights of this special evening include an elegant dinner, thrilling live, silent and online auctions, unique entertainment and celebrations of generosity. Alumni and friends join corporate sponsors and community partners to reflect on and celebrate the importance of MNU’s mission and the impact our students have on the world.
Your participation in President’s Honors is a thrilling opportunity to be a part of a significant event. Consider how you will become involved!
- Become a Sponsor
- Attend the Event
- Donate Auction Items or Volunteer
- Bid in the Online, Live and Silent Auctions
To learn more about how you can be involved, contact the Office of University Advancement at 913-971-3600 or foundation@mnu.edu.
We invite you to join us on Friday, April 11 at the Cook Center on the campus of MidAmerica Nazarene University.
Doors open at 6:00 PM and the formal program begins at 7:00 PM.
We encourage all participants to join us by 6:30 PM CST at the latest in order to have time to register for the auction and review pre-event information.
AUCTION ITEMS
Auctions are an important part of President’s Honors and we have an ambitious fundraising goal this year. With your help and God’s blessing, we believe we can achieve it.
This year, President’s Honors features a mobile-only auction—meaning, guests bid on their smartphone or tablet device. Review the bidding instructions.
Auctions are an important part of President’s Honors and we have an ambitious fundraising goal this year. With your help and God’s blessing, we believe we can achieve it. Remember, proceeds from tonight’s auction will support student scholarships, so have fun bidding!
BECOME A BIDDER
Whether you are in Cook Center or hundreds of miles away, you can bid in the silent auction and support President’s Honors. The silent auction features more than 100 items, including experiences, one-of-a-kind collectibles, incredible packages, and gift cards to your favorite restaurants.
Presenting Sponsors |
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Kenneth & Dr. Eunice Brubaker Family |
Allen & Madeline Tollefson
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Diamond Sponsors |
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Dr. Robert & Dr. Mary Fry |
Platinum Sponsors |
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D. Ray & Elaine Cook Family Foundation |
Olathe Health/University of Kansas Health System |
Quality Technology Services (QTS) |
Gold Sponsors |
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Brent & Lynette Barkman |
Ervin & Fran Cash |
Dr. Chris & Janet Halvorson |
Dr. Larry & Donna McIntire |
Dr. Gary & Vickie Morsch |
Chuck & Kathy Nunamaker |
Pioneer College Caterers |
Ruckus Group |
Silver Sponsors |
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A.L. Huber |
Allen & Saralyn Brown |
City of Olathe |
CrossFirst Bank |
Dr. Jeff & Penny Cotner |
A Grateful ’72 Grad |
PGAV Architects |
Dr. Dan & JoAnne Rexroth |
Vista Productions |
Bronze Sponsors |
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Chris & Dr. Wendy Belcher |
College Church of the Nazarene |
FCI Advisors/Midwest Trust |
Garmin International |
Joseph & Eileen Grebowiec |
Greg and Peggy Hephner Family |
Olathe Chamber of Commerce |
Precision Printing |
Prime Capital |
Dr. David & Donna Spittal |
Pioneer Sponsors |
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Anonymous (4) |
Bob & Sharon Crew |
Dr. Gene & Joyce Dement |
DEW Ad Specialties |
Jib & Dr. LeEtta Felter |
Kevin & Julie Gilmore |
Grass Pad Warehouse |
Harlan C. Parker Insurance Agency |
Iowa District Church of the Nazarene |
Kansas City District Church of the Nazarene |
Kansas District Church of the Nazarene |
Jay Ketterling |
Dr. Carl & Doris Kruse |
Dr. Ed & Judy Nash |
Dr. Jon & Faith North |
Olathe Fire Department |
PKMR Engineers |
Prairie Lakes District Church of the Nazarene |
Rich & Lynene Sandbloom |
Dr. Barth & Kathy Smith |
John & Cathy Veach |
Frequently Asked Questions
President’s Honors is a donor recognition and fundraising event. But it is also more than that: it is a celebration of God’s faithfulness, of donor generosity, of all that makes the mission of MidAmerica Nazarene University worthy of unwavering, sacrificial support.
The thirteenth annual President’s Honors will be held in person on Friday, April 11, 2025. Doors will open at 6:00 PM CST. We encourage guests to arrive by 6:30 PM for pre-event festivities and to browse the auction items before the scheduled program starts at 7:00 PM CST.
Sponsorship is an excellent opportunity to showcase your business or organization, while providing significant support for Christian higher education. Sponsors receive generous benefits, including preferential seating for guests and recognition in the event program and website. Additionally, certain sponsors will be recognized by presenters during the evening and in event communications, depending on the sponsorship level.
Registration opens in January 2025.
President’s Honors is a semi-formal event. (Think: dressier than business casual, but not black tie.) The venue tends to be colder than normal. Please consider this when selecting your attire.
There are three significant ways you can help!
Sponsorship support
Do you work at or own a business that could be a corporate sponsor? Sponsorship opportunities are available at various levels for companies, individuals, and families.
Live and silent auction donations
Consider donating new items such as collectibles, gift/service certificates, or “experience” packages for our live or silent auctions. We also accept corporate services and gift cards.
Attendance
Tickets are available for individual purchase at $150 each. Every ticket purchase reserves your seat, provides you with a delicious meal, and grants you access to an elegant evening.
Absolutely! Visit our secure, online giving page for President’s Honors and select how you would like us to use your gift to impact MNU students.
Contact the MNU Foundation at 913.971.3600 or presidentshonors@mnu.edu.
MEET OUR SPONSORS
Being a President’s Honors sponsor is a great way to entertain friends and clients, reward employees or raise awareness of Christian higher education among friends.
Sponsorship Opportunities
$100,000
$50,000
$25,000
$10,000
$5,000
$2,500
$1,250
Presenting Sponsor |
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Cara Dumaplin and www.takingcarababies.com |
Diamond Sponsors |
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Tim & Gail Buchanan |
Allen & Madeline Tollefson |
Platinum Sponors |
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Olathe Medical Center |
Gold Sponsors |
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Dr. Larry & Donna McIntire |
Don & Sharon Zubke |
Silver Sponsors |
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City of Olathe |
CrossFirst Bank |
Fry Orthodontic Specialists |
Hartsook
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Bronze Sponsors |
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College Church of the Nazarene |
Edward Jones Investments (Deanna Campbell) |
Kevin & Julie Gilmore |
Tim & Kristi Keeton
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Dr. Glenn & Peggy Kell Family |
Pioneer Sponsors |
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Bob & Sharon Crew |
Dr. Ed & Judy Nash |
Olathe Fire Department |
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