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Join us for the 2023 President's Honors | April 14, 2023
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 ten years, donors have contributed over $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 14 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 6:45 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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Cara Dumaplin and Taking Cara Babies
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Friends of the Buchanan Family |
Diamond Sponsors |
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Tim & Gail Buchanan |
Dr. H. Chris & Janet Halvorson |
Allen & Madeline Tollefson |
Platinum Sponors |
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Olathe Medical Center |
Gold Sponsors |
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Dr. Larry & Donna McIntire |
Dr. Gary & Vickie Morsch |
Chuck & Kathy Nunamaker |
Pioneer College Caterers |
Ruckus Group |
Don & Sharon Zubke |
Silver Sponsors |
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A.L. Huber |
City of Olathe |
CrossFirst Bank |
Fry Orthodontic Specialists |
Hartsook
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Precision Printing |
Dr. Dan & JoAnne Rexroth
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Vista Productions |
Jim & Susan Wright |
Bronze Sponsors |
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Chris & Dr. Wendy Belcher |
College Church of the Nazarene |
Allen & Saralyn Brown |
Keith & Julie Cox |
Edward Jones Investments (Deanna Campbell) |
Kevin & Julie Gilmore |
Jack & April Hansen |
Harlan and Jason Parker State Farm Agencies |
Greg & Peggy Hephner |
Tim & Kristi Keeton
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Dr. Glenn & Peggy Kell Family |
Olathe Chamber of Commerce |
PGAV Architects |
Prime Capital |
Dr. David & Donna Spittal |
Pioneer Sponsors |
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Anonymous |
DEW Ad Specialties |
Dyce Bonham (in memory of his wife, Wanda) |
Christian Brothers Automotive |
Church of the Nazarene Foundation |
Bob & Sharon Crew |
Barton & Dr. Nancy Damron |
Financial Counselors Inc. (FCI) |
Miguel & Dr. Jill Gonzalez Bravo |
Grass Pad Warehouse |
Kansas City District Church of the Nazarene |
Dr. Carl Kruse |
Mauer Tire & Auto Service |
Dr. Ed & Judy Nash |
Dr. Jon & Faith North |
Olathe Fire Department |
Dr. Barth & Kathy Smith |
Tigris Specialty Construction |
Walz Tetrick Advertising |
Travis & Erin Zehr |
Friend Sponsors |
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Earnest Alexander |
Coach Rocky Lamar’s Basketball Camp |
Taylor & Jessica Gilmore |
Joplin District Church of the Nazarene |
The Kansas Paint Company |
Bill & Marla Lopeman |
Dr. Jay Main |
Dr. Cary & Dawn Murphy |
Radford Management Services |
Dr. Jim & Sandy Thornton |
Frequently Asked Questions
You have questions; we have the answers—to the most frequently asked questions. If you still have questions, well, we have an answer for that too!
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 eleventh annual President’s Honors will be held in person on Friday, April 14, 2023. 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.
All sponsors will receive generous benefits, including preferred seating for guests, recognition in the event program and on the event site, and an expedited check-in process. Certain sponsors will be recognized by presenters during the evening and in event communications, depending on the sponsorship level. Sponsorship is an excellent opportunity to showcase your business or organization, while providing significant support for Christian higher education.
Registration for the eleventh annual President’s Honors will open in January 2023.
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 $100 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.
Melanie Smith at (913) 971-3600 or mlsmith@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
$1,000
$500
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 |
Friend Sponsors |
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Joplin District Church of the Nazarene |
Dr. Cary & Dawn Murphy |
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