We are thrilled to invite you to a morning of inspiration and celebration at the Main Street Ministries’ New Beginnings Breakfast.

Date:
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Time: 7:00 to 8:30 a.m.
Location: Junior League of Houston

This year’s breakfast is dedicated to raising vital funds for programs that create lasting impact for individuals and families in our community. Rooted in faith and guided by the love of Jesus, we are committed to fostering hope and transformation through initiatives that empower lives for generations.

Breakfast Host Committee

Keith Cole, Co-Chair     Rebecca King, Co-Chair
Lesley Lilly, Co-Chair

Diane & Jim D’Agostino

Katy & Sam Murray
Sabrina & Leo Espinoza 
Kitty & Steve Oldham

2025 Way Maker Award Honoree

Sabrina Lewis has been selected as the 2025 Waymaker Award honoree for her visionary leadership and commitment to building paths out of poverty empowered by the love of Jesus. Her efforts, including organizing initiatives that helped hundreds of high school students obtain state IDs through Operation ID, exemplify the transformative impact of this award. “It is empowering to work alongside Main Street Ministries on a shared mission to equip our youth to be successful in their future endeavors,” says Sabrina. We look forward to honoring her remarkable contributions at the breakfast.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Your sponsorship helps fuel programs that foster dignity, create opportunities, and transform lives through faith and community. 

Support initiatives like:

  • Operation ID: Providing critical identification to help individuals break down barriers and thrive.
  • Life Empowerment Programs: Helping adults rebuild their lives on a foundation of hope and purpose.
  • Youth and Spanish-Speaking Programs: Empowering youth to discover their potential and expanding resources for Spanish-speaking families.

Together, we can create a ripple effect of generational change—building resilience, hope, and opportunities for those we serve.

BARRIER REMOVERS $10,000
  • Two (2) tables of 8
  • Recognition during event program
  • Preferred table location
  • Spotlight on social media & e-newsletter
  • Included on event signage
  • Mention on event website
  • Listing in event program
CHANGE EMPOWERERS $5,000
  • One (1) table of 8
  • Preferred table location
  • Spotlight on social media & e-newsletter
  • Included on event signage
  • Mention on event website
  • Listing in event program
COMMUNITY CREATORS $2,500
  • One (1) table of 8
  • Spotlight on social media & e-newsletter
  • Included on event signage
  • Listing in event program
VALUE AFFIRMERS $1,000
  • One (1) table of 8

  • Included on event signage

  • Listing in event program

Individual Tickets $55 each

Individual Tickets $55 each – on sale at the beginning of March.

Thank You to Our Generous Sponsors

PRESENTING SPONSOR

The Canterbury Family Foundation

UNDERWRITING SPONSOR

The DeLorenzo Family

BARRIER REMOVERS

Lesley & Kevin Lilly
Katherine & Sean Keenan
Sara and Fred Robertson
William Bos / Mark Hammer

CHANGE EMPOWERERS

Ji Rim and Alf Tischler
Jessica and Josh Kirklin

COMMUNITY CREATORS

Hess Corporation
Lacey and Ben Melancon

VALUE AFFIRMERS

Alliance of Community Assistance Ministries, Inc.
Cassie and Curtis Bronzan
Kimberly and Keith Cole
Sabrina and Leo Espinoza
Abi Fourie
Friends of Main Street Ministries
Julie Mirlicourtois and Ryan Scott
Rebecca and Jason King
Susan Miclette
Evelyn Smith
Texas Traditions Bank
Texas Capital Bank
The Brunkhorst Family Fund

SUPPORTERS

Bob Chenoweth
J.M. Strange and Company
Lee Quigley Company
Walter S. Light, Jr.
Donna Marcum
Gordon Marcum II
Lena Stoots

Special Thanks to Our Board of Directors and First Presbyterian Church

2024 Way Maker Award Recipient

The 2024 Way Maker Award paid tribute to the late George Jordan and his wife Julia Jordan. This award recognizes their visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to improving the lives of Houstonians living on the margins.

2023 Way Maker Award Recipient

Phil Pierce, Operation ID Servant Leader

“The Way Maker Award reflects Isaiah 57:14 where God calls on His people to remove barriers for individuals on the margins, making a way for them to be a part of a community, living with purpose, and honoring who God created them to be.

“Build up. build up, prepare the road!
Remove the obstacles out of
the way of my people.

Isaiah 57:14

In 2004, Phil was asked to lead Operation ID by Pastor Carl Hamilton of First Presbyterian Church. Phil enthusiastically agreed, and as Phil has said, “Things have never been the same. ‘Build up, build up, prepare the road! Remove the obstacles out of the way of my people.’” (Isaiah 57:14) Phil worked as Operation ID’s Program Manager for 17 years. He led with his gift of creating a structured, hardworking environment, filled with love and true care for the clients being served each day. Phil touched the lives of many.