2nd Annual Houston Club Scholarship Gala
Let's celebrate "What it means to be a Buckeye."
The Bell Tower on 34th
901 W 34th St.
Houston, TX 77018
Event description
The Ohio State University Alumni Club of Houston is hosting an evening of inspiration and impact at our 2nd Annual Scholarship Gala, where together we will discuss and celebrate “What it means to be a Buckeye."
This prestigious event embodies our commitment to learning, leading and transforming lives through the power of education. The proceeds from the gala contribute to our annual scholarship fund, dedicated to supporting Houston area students pursuing their education at The Ohio State University.
Join us for a fun-filled night including a cocktail hour, buffet dinner, open bar silent auction, a fireside chat with Archie Griffin, and appearances from other Ohio State VIPs.
Together, let's create a brighter future for deserving students in our community.
Silent auction
The silent auction to go live on March 24 and close on April 4 at 7:45 p.m.
View and bid on items, or make a donation at http://go.rallyup.com/osugala2.
Ticket prices and what is included
All tickets will include dinner and drinks for the evening. Prices listed are per guest.
- General Admission $175 - Attendee Gift
- VIP $300 - Private Cocktail Hour with Ohio State celebrities, VIP Attendee Gift
- Archie's Table $1500 – Private Cocktail Hour with Ohio State celebrities, VIP Attendee Gift, framed autographed photo with Archie
Event schedule
Final schedule to be determined.
Attire
The dress code for this event is cocktail attire.
Parking
Complimentary parking with purchase of ticket.
Questions
Email us at osuaahou@gmail.com.
Sponsorship packages
Please email Craig Rowley at rowley.106@osu.edu if you are interested in purchasing a sponsorship package.
- Lifetime Endowment Scholarship in your name
- Invitation to participate in scholarship selection for 2026 and 2027
- Your name and/or logo included on all gala marketing materials
- Invitation for eight (8) VIP tickets
- Special recognition during the program
- Individual slide in the media presentation at the event
- Press release to preferred news outlets, both local and Columbus news, with photographs of Archie included
- Special underwriter gift
- Your name/logo on event website
- Name/logo included on all game watch publications for 2025 season
- Your name and/or logo highlighted as the named sponsor for this year's event
- Your name and/or logo included on all gala marketing materials
- Invitation for eight (8) VIP tickets
- Special recognition during the program
- Individual slide in the media presentation at the event
- Special underwriter gift
- Your name/logo on event website
- Your name/logo included in H-Town Buckeyes backdrop for photos
In addition to one of the $10,000 sponsorship packages described below, you receive the following:
- Your name and/or logo included on all gala marketing materials
- Invitation for eight (8) VIP tickets
- Special recognition during the program
- Individual slide in the media presentation at the event
- Special underwriter gift
- Your name/logo on event website
Select one of the following packages:
- VIP Reception – your name/logo appears prominently on signage at the VIP reception.
- Celebrity/Speakers' Travel – your name/logo appears prominently in the program and on signage at the event for sponsoring Archie Griffin, scholarship awardee and other celebrities' travel. Photo for press release with Archie and other celebrities.
In addition to one of the $5,000 sponsorship packages described below, you receive the following:
- Your name and/or logo included on all gala marketing materials
- Invitation for four (4) VIP tickets
- Special recognition during the program
- Individual slide in the media presentation at the event
- Special underwriter gift
- Your name/logo on event website
Select one of the following packages:
- Mobile Bidding – your name/logo appears on the mobile bidding site and place card on silent auction table(s).
- Silent Auction – your name/logo appears prominently on signage around the silent auction items on display.
- Program – your message featured in full-page ad in our printed program. Copy-ready art from you company is required.
- Buffet – your name and/or logo is displayed prominently at the buffet for all to see.
- Table Centerpieces – your name/logo appears on each table sign.
In addition to one of the $2,500 sponsorship packages described below, you receive the following:
- Your name and/or logo included on all gala marketing materials
- Invitation for two (2) VIP tickets
- Special recognition during the program
- Individual slide in the media presentation at the event
- Your name/logo on event website
Select one of the following packages:
- Valet – your name/logo appears prominently at the valet station.
- Bartenders – your name/logo appears prominently on signage at the bartender's station during the event.
$3,000 – VIP Table Sponsor
- Named table for eight (8) people located near the program stage
- Your name and/or logo included in sponsor list in printed program
- Invitation for eight (8) people to the Celebrity VIP Reception
- Recognition in media presentation as a VIP Table Sponsor
- Special VIP attendee gift
$1,500 – Table Sponsor
- Named table for eight (8) people located near the program stage
- Your name and/or logo included in sponsor list in printed program
- Recognition in media presentation as a Table Sponsor
- Special VIP attendee gift
Houston Alumni Club Support Fund
Supports the programs and activities of the Houston Alumni Club