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27th Annual Jim Bradshaw Memorial

Stars in Recovery Luncheon

Featuring Academy Award Winning Actress, Marlee Matlin

2015

2700 Airport Freeway | Fort Worth, TX| 76111| 817-332-6329| www.recoverycouncil.org

About Us

Recovery Resource Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with more than 50 years of experience providing hope, conquering addiction and healing families. We are the link between substance abuse services and the adults, youth and families who are in need. Recovery Resource Council has an extensive history of providing case management and behavioral health services to those seeking help with substance abuse and mental health issues. Since its inception in 1957, Recovery Resource Council has grown to be recognized as a leader in North Texas in the fields of outreach, intervention and prevention. HELP IS HERE

Our Mission

To promote wellness and recovery from alcohol, addiction and mental health issues.

Ways to Give

Donate Generous donations from supporters keep Recovery Resource Council in operation. Without your help, we would not be able to offer our services to the community. We accept monetary and in-kind donations for our programs and, since we are a 501(c)(3) organization, all donations are tax deductible. We always appreciate household items, furniture and arts and crafts supplies. Please check our website Wish List to see what items we currently need. Gifts to Recovery Resource Council can be made over the phone, online or mailed to our address. 2700 Airport Freeway, Fort Worth, TX 76111

Attend Our fundraisers generate a large portion of our general budget and attending events are a great way to support Recovery Resource Council. In the spring, we host our Annual Jim Bradshaw Memorial Stars in Recovery Luncheon. The luncheon has a long tradition of bringing well known and loved celebrities to Fort Worth for an intimate conversation about their lives, struggles and triumphs. Additionally, in the fall, we host our Annual Golf Classic. The funds raised from our Golf Classic directly benefit the many prevention programs of Recovery Resource Council.

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MEDIA ALERT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

27TH ANNUAL STARS IN RECOVERY LUNCHEON BRINGS ACADEMY AWARD WINNING ACRTESS TO FORT WORTH ON MAY 19, 2015.

WHAT: Recovery Resource Council’s 27th Annual Jim Bradshaw Memorial Stars in Recovery

Luncheon. The Stars in Recovery Luncheon has a long tradition of bringing well known and

beloved celebrities to Fort Worth for an intimate conversation about their lives, struggles

and triumphs. Recovery Resource Council is very pleased to add Marlee Matlin to this roster

of inspirational speakers. In addition to Mrs. Matlin as the guest speaker, we are pleased to

announce that Ouida Bradshaw will serve as our Honorary Chair and Beverly and Charlie

Powell will serve as our Event Committee Chairs. Robin Bagwell will serve as our Auction

Chair. Additionally, WFAA sportscaster Dale Hansen will be the MC.

WHO: Recovery Resource Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with more than 50 years of

experience providing hope, conquering addiction and healing families. We are the link

between substance abuse services and the adults, youth and families who are in need.

Recovery Resource Council has an extensive history of providing case management and

behavioral health services to those seeking help with substance abuse and mental health

issues. Since its inception in 1957, Recovery Resource Council has grown to be recognized as

a leader in North Texas in the fields of outreach, intervention and prevention. Our mission is

to promote wellness and recovery from alcohol, addiction and mental health issues.

WHY: This luncheon is designed to raise awareness about Recovery Resource Council, as well as

allow the agency to raise funds to continue to fulfill their mission throughout North Texas.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

The event is open to the public and Recovery Resource Council strongly encourages those in

the recovery communities and people living without hearing abilities in DFW to attend.

Matlin lost her hearing at a young age, overcame a drug addiction and domestic abuse and

was still able to become a successful actress in a number of film and television movies. Her

perseverance has made her an inspiration to many throughout the recovery and hearing

impaired communities.

WHEN: Tuesday, May 19, 2015

Registration opens at 10:30 am and Luncheon begins at 12:00 pm.

WHERE: Omni Hotel Fort Worth

1300 Houston St, Fort Worth, TX 76102

MEDIA CONTACT:

Dimanche Brewer, Special Events Coordinator D.Brewer@recoverycouncil.org; 817-332-6329

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About Our Speaker

Marlee Matlin received worldwide critical acclaim for

her film debut in Paramount Pictures’ “Children of a

Lesser God,” for which she received the Academy

Award for Best Actress. At 21, she became the

youngest recipient of the Best Actress Oscar and only

one of four actresses to receive the honor for her film

debut. In addition to the Oscar, Marlee received the

Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Drama.

Marlee followed her debut with “Walker” starring

opposite Ed Harris, filmed in Nicauragua. While

filming there, Marlee took time to visit Deaf and hard

of hearing children, as she has continued to so

throughout her travels worldwide. Since then, Marlee

starred the features, “The Player,” “Hear No Evil,” in

the AIDS drama “It’s My Party,” and “What the Bleep

Do We Know.”

Marlee made her TV debut starring opposite Lee

Remick in CBS’ “Bridge to Silence,” a film that

marked her first speaking role. She went on to star in

other telefilms including “Against Her Will: The

Carrie Buck Story,” “Dead Silence,” “Freak City,”

“Where the Truth Lies,” and Hallmark Hall of Fame’s

“Sweet Nothing in my Ear.” Marlee also starred in her

own NBC series “Reasonable Doubts” opposite Mark

Harmon and the Emmy Award winning “Picket Fences” for CBS. Marlee was twice nominated for both a

Golden Globe Award as Best Actress in a Drama as well as the People’s Choice Awards and has been

nominated for four Emmy awards for her guest appearances on “Seinfeld, “Picket Fences,” “The

Practice” and “Law and Order: SVU.” Marlee also starred for seven years on the award winning drama,

“The West Wing, ” and has made numerous guest appearances including “ER,” Desperate Housewives,”

CSI: New York,” “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition,“ Desperate Housewives,” “Nip/Tuck,” “CSI,” and

“Family Guy.”

In 2007 she joined the cast of the groundbreaking series “The L Word” for three seasons and broke

barriers once again, this time in reality TV when she challenged America to “read my hips,” on ABC’s

“Dancing with the Stars,” and on NBC’s “Celebrity Apprentice.” In 1994, Marlee was appointed by

President Clinton to the Corporation for National Service and served as Chairperson for National

Volunteer Week and was honored in a Rose Garden ceremony. Marlee currently serves as a national

celebrity spokesperson for The American Red Cross and was instrumental in getting legislation passed in

Congress in support of Closed Captioning. She also serves on the boards of a number of charitable

organizations including The Children Affected by AIDS Foundation and Easter Seals. She has received

numerous awards for her charity work and was chosen as America On Line’s “Chief Everything Officer.”

She has authored three novels for children, “Deaf Child Crossing,” “Nobody’s Perfect” and “Leading

Ladies” and in 2009, published her New York Times Best Selling autobiography, “I’ll Scream Later.”

Marlee makes her home in the Los Angeles area with her husband, law enforcement officer, Kevin

Grandalski and their four children.

27th Annual Jim Bradshaw Memorial Stars in Recovery Luncheon

2015 Event Sponsorship Levels

SPEAKER SPONSOR

$25,000

Two tables (20 seats) with premiere seating at the

Jim Bradshaw Memorial Stars in Recovery Luncheon

and 20 invitations to the VIP

reception

Prominent logo placement on

printed materials including event signage,

luncheon program and on the VIP invitation

Prominent logo recognition

in the Council Annual Report,

on the agency website and social media

Recognition in all event

media kits

PRINT SPONSOR

$15,000

Two tables (20 seats) with premiere seating at the

Jim Bradshaw Memorial Stars in Recovery Luncheon and 20

invitations to the VIP reception

Special logo placement on the

printed materials including event signage,

luncheon program and on the VIP invitation

Prominent logo recognition in

the Council Annual Report, on the agency website

and social media

Recognition in all event media kits

VIP RECEPTION SPONSOR

$10,000

Two tables (20 seats) with premiere seating at the

Jim Bradshaw Memorial Stars in Recovery Luncheon and 10

invitations to the VIP reception

Special recognition on the

event programs

and event signage

Special logo recognition at the VIP reception and on

the VIP invitation

Special recognition in the Council Annual Report, on the agency website

and social media

AUDIO VISUAL SPONSOR

$7,500

One table (10 seats) with premiere seating at the

Jim Bradshaw Memorial Stars in Recovery Luncheon

and 10 invitations to the VIP

reception

Special recognition on the event

programs and event signage

Special recognition in the

Council Annual Report, on the agency website

and social media

YES, I WOULD LIKE TO CONTRIBUTE AT THE___________________________________________ LEVEL.

Enclosed is my check in the amount of $____________________, payable to Recovery Resource Council.

I prefer to contribute by credit card. Please contact me for payment.

I’D LIKE TO TALK TO SOMEONE ABOUT A CUSTOM PACKAGE.

Name of Sponsor (For Print)________________________________________________________________________________

Name of Contact_________________________________________________________________________________________

Phone Number___________________________________________ Cell Number_____________________________________

Email Address___________________________________________________________________________________________

Mailing Address_________________________________________________________________________________________

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27TH ANNUAL J I M B R A D S H AW M E M O R I A L

Stars in Recovery

L U N C H E O N

––––– WITH –—-–

Marlee Matlin May 19, 2015 • 12:00 p.m.• Omni Fort Worth Hotel

SUPER STAR SPONSOR - $10,000 Two preferred reserved tables - seating for ten (20 guests total)

VIP Reception tickets for all guests to meet and greet the Guest Speaker, Marlee Matlin and Honorary Chair

Premium recognition on invitation, program and all other promotional materials

Special recognition at event, verbally and visually

Table signage

Logo on Council website, Annual Report, and social media ALL STAR SPONSOR - $5,000 One preferred reserved table - seating for ten guests

Ten VIP reception tickets for all guests to meet and greet Guest Speaker, Marlee Matlin and Honorary Chair

Special recognition on invitation, program and all other promotional materials

Special recognition at event

Table signage

Logo on Council website, Annual Report, and social media

SHOOTING STAR SPONSOR - $2,500 Reserved table - seating for ten

Ten VIP reception tickets for all guests to meet and greet Guest Speaker, Marlee Matlin and Honorary Chair

Recognition on invitation, program and all other promotional materials

Table signage

SHINING STAR SPONSOR - $1,500 Reserved table - seating for ten

Recognition on invitation, program and all other promotional materials

Table signage

INDIVIDUAL TICKET - $150

I WOULD LIKE TO PURCHASE _____________INDIVIDUAL TICKET(S).

I CANNOT ATTEND, BUT I WOULD LIKE TO MAKE A DONATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $__________.

Forms can be returned to the address below or emailed to Dee Brewer at

d.brewer@recoverycouncil.org. 2700 Airport Freeway Fort Worth, Texas 76111

Phone: 817-332-6329 • Fax: 817-332-2828

Registration is also available online at www.recoverycouncil.org

Ultimate Golf Getaway Package

At our 27th Annual Stars in Recovery Luncheon, you will have the chance to bid on the golf trip of a lifetime! Upon winning, one morning between June 1 and November 10, you and three guests will board a Cessna Citation CJ2+ Private Jet headed toward beautiful Tucson, Arizona! On day one, you and your guests will land in time to get a round in at the breathtaking Dove Mountain Golf Course before dinner and then relax in luxurious accommodations at the Ritz Carlton Dove Mountain Hotel. On day two, there will be an early tee off, a quick lunch and then it’s off to catch your flight back home arriving in time for the evening news. This first class trip will be a once in a lifetime opportunity to play a luxury Arizona golf resort and fly Dove Mountain is home to the WGC Accenture Match Play Championship, this world-class competition features the top 64 players in the Official World Golf Ranking. Enjoy executing the same golf shots that require imagination and creativity from the world’s leading champions at this breathtakingly beautiful, Jack Nicklaus designed resort. The aircraft is provided by Executive AirShare, an exclusive Fractional Aircraft and Jet Ownership Company. Your jet will be equipped with a full refreshment center as well as a private restroom. The flight from Dallas to Tucson, Arizona will be just under two hours. Winner of this trip must fly the private jet from Dallas, Fort Worth or Houston, TX.

* Jet, golf and hotel accommodations provided, trip must be taken between June 1 and November 10. Ritz Carlton accommodations and transportation are subject to availability. Ground transportation in

AZ, meals, golf and hotel accommodations are included in this package.

Dove Mountain in Tucson,Arizona

Auction will open online Monday, April 6, 2015 and will end on Sunday, May 17, 2015.

To bid, visit: http://www.32auctions.com/DoveMountain

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 27TH ANNUAL STARS IN RECOVERY LUNCHEON BRINGS ACADEMY AWARD WINNING ACTRESS TO FORT WORTH ON MAY 19, 2015. The Stars in Recovery Luncheon, now celebrating its 27th year, will feature Marlee Matlin, author and Oscar-winning actress. The luncheon begins at noon on May 19, 2015 at the Omni Hotel Fort Worth and is one of the highest attended luncheons in Fort Worth. The Stars in Recovery Luncheon has a long tradition of bringing well known and beloved celebrities to Fort Worth for an intimate conversation about their lives, struggles and

triumphs. Recovery Resource Council is very pleased to add Mrs. Matlin to this roster of inspirational speakers.

At 18 months old, Matlin lost her hearing after a bout with a virus. She overcame many obstacles and landed a role at age 19 in Children of a Lesser God, which earned her a Golden Globe and Academy Award for Best Actress. While filming this movie, Matlin fell in love with her co-star, William Hurt, and they began a tumultuous two year relationship. During this relationship, she became addicted to marijuana and cocaine and the relationship turned abusive. “I was so wrapped up in his world and my drugs. The drugs took over my life, took over my brain. I was 19 and I was alone in New York City. I had no friends there except my drug dealer,” Matlin explained in a 2009 interview. With treatment from Betty Ford Center, Matlin overcame her addiction. She has gone on to perform in numerous film and television movies. She has most recently had roles on The L Word, Celebrity Apprentice and Dancing with the Stars. Her perseverance has made her an inspiration to many. Recovery Resource Council is very proud to have Matlin share her story at this year’s luncheon. Recovery Resource Council encourages those in the recovery community, women’s social groups and those that work with the hearing impaired to attend this year’s luncheon. It is

important to share stories of overcoming addiction so that those struggling may know that help is available. Additionally, due to support and advocacy for domestic abuse, we are proud to announce that WFAA sportscaster Dale Hansen will be the emcee for this event. As an esteemed figure in local television, Recovery Resource Council believes that his connection to this subject matter would help us start a conversation that needs to be had. More information about the 27th Annual Stars in Recovery Luncheon, featuring Marlee Matlin, can be found by calling Dimanche Brewer at Recovery Resource Council at 817-332-

6329, or by visiting recoverycouncil.org/events.