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Scholarship Gala

Each year the Friends of Westbury High School Foundation hosts a gala to celebrate both the scholarship recipients and the Westbury community. The scholarship recipients are introduced, and their scholarships awarded. 

Several people are chosen from the community to be honored:  one outstanding faculty or administration person from Westbury High School; an outstanding alum and an outstanding community member.  

                  

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On Saturday, May 3, 2025, mark your calendars for a wonderful evening as the Friends of Westbury High School Foundation host our annual gala and silent auction at the Wyndham Hotel, located at 8686 Kirby Drive, Houston, TX 77054. This cherished event serves as our primary fundraiser, supporting the bright futures of our students through scholarships.

Prepare for a fun-filled evening that promises to be both entertaining and inspiring. Guests will enjoy dinner, participate in a silent auction, and have the opportunity to connect with this year’s scholarship recipients. Tickets for this event are just $100 per person. For those wishing to make a weekend out of it, we have reserved a block of rooms at a discounted rate. Spend the night in comfort with rooms available for $109.00 plus tax and spacious suites for $129.00 plus tax.

This year we will be honoring two outstanding men who have made remarkable contributions to our community. Retired Westbury High School Coach Andrew Blanks, with an incredible 49 years of coaching track, will be recognized for his legacy of excellence in education and his role in shaping the lives of many athletes who have achieved greatness in track and field. We will also honor Bill Burhans, the President of the Willow Waterhole Greenspace Conservancy, for his leadership in enhancing the Willow Waterhole Greenspace and for being the catalyst that brought a soccer field to Westbury.

The highlight of the evening will be the introduction of our 2024 scholarship recipients. We are proud to announce that thirteen seniors will receive $3,000 scholarships, bringing the total awarded by our foundation to over $600,000 since our inception in 1992—all thanks to our generous donors. We invite you to join us in supporting the future of our students by sponsoring a table or purchasing a ticket. Your support not only helps us continue our mission but also cultivates a nurturing environment where our young scholars can thrive. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to celebrate community spirit and support education. We look forward to seeing you there!

We are collecting donations for scholarships.

If you are interested in helping fund this year's scholarships.

 

Donations can be mailed to: 

Friends of Westbury High School Foundation

P.O. Box 31386

Houston, TX 77231-1386

If you have any questions, go to the Contact Us page. 

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If you would like to mail a donation by check, please make it payable to:
Friends of Westbury High School Foundation
P.O. Box 31386
Houston, TX  77231-1386
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For more picture and videos from past Galas, see our Scrapbook.


If you would like to mail a donation by check, please make it payable to
Friends of Westbury High School Foundation 
P.O. Box 31386
 Houston, TX, 77231-1386

Friends of Westbury High School Foundation - P.O. Box 31386, Houston, Texas 77231-1386 

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