We are very proud to once again be on the host committee for The 2021 Genesis Women’s Luncheon will be held virtually on Friday, May 7th! Here is a great announcement of our key note speaker!" - RSC
On behalf of the 28th Annual Genesis Luncheon Co-Chairs, Fran Maddox & Megan Steinbach, I am beyond excited to welcome you to the Luncheon Host Committee. An additional thank you to our Raffle Chair, Nina Sachse, and Underwriting Committee members Stephanie Bond, Elizabeth Saab and Beth Thoele! We want you to be the FIRST to know that this year’s luncheon will be powerful as we are THRILLED to announce our keynote speaker….
OCTAVIA SPENCER!!!!!
A veteran characer actress and one of Hollywood’s most sought-after talents, Octavia Spencer’s critically acclaimed performance as Minny in DreamWork’s feature film The Help won her the 2012 Academy Award, BAFTA Award, Golden Globe Award, SAG Award and Broadcast Film Critic’s Choice Award among numerous other accolades. She is also known for starring in the highly-acclaimed drama Hidden Figures. The film tells the true story of several African-American women who provide NASA with critical information needed to launch the program’s early successful space missions. Octavia’s performance as Dorothy Vaughan has earned her a SAG nomination, Golden Globe nomination and NAACP Image Award nominations to date.
The 2021 Genesis Women’s Luncheon will be held virtually on Friday, May 7 starting at 11:30am. Sponsorships begin at $1750 and individual tickets will go on sale in March. For more information, you can check out our website which is now LIVE at www.genesisshelter.org/luncheon. Hard copy contracts will be mailed out within a few weeks – be on the lookout! If you are eager to share the news with friends, family and colleagues, feel free to share the attached electronic save-the-date!
If you have any questions regarding the event or sponsorships, please let me know. We are so grateful for your support as we, once again, work to produce an impactful virtual luncheon program. I know Megan and Fran join me in expressing overflowing gratitude. Now, more than ever, survivors of domestic violence need our help. Because of your support, we know this luncheon year’s luncheon will be incredible! www.genesisshelter.org"
