BOOTS ‘N BARBECUE
March 23, 2024
Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
More details to come
PLANO EVENT CENTER
2000 E Spring Creek Pkwy
Plano, TX 75074
Boots ‘N Barbecue relies on the spirit and generosity of our communities to empower every student and educator in Wylie ISD with the resources to reach their full potential. Since 2002, we’ve funded more than $2.3 million in resources for Wylie ISD schools. True to our Texas spirit, this is the largest fundraiser for Wylie ISD Education Foundation.
CONTRIBUTE
Find out how you can help us empower every student with the resources to reach their full potential.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Market your business through one of the many Boots ‘N Barbecue sponsorship opportunities, including pre-parties, gala book, and program!
View the complete list of special sponsorship opportunities!
TICKETS & TABLES
Boots ‘N Barbecue is the largest fundraiser for Wylie ISD Education Foundation. Tickets sell out quickly, so get yours as soon as it’s available in January.
SILENT AUCTION
Boots ‘N Barbecue features a curated collection of items and experiences that range from a starting bid of $25 to priceless!
Bid on silent auction packages
LIVE AUCTION
Our legendary live auction features a select number of unique and exclusive items and experiences. Donations valued at $300 and more will be featured in our gala book, and distributed to more than 900 donors and guests.
BRING A BACKPACK TO THE BALL
This year, we’re offering a unique opportunity for our guests to make a wonderful impact for a Wylie ISD student. Purchase a backpack, fill it with supplies, and donate to our Bring a Backpack to the Ball at Boots ‘N Barbecue for your chance to win an entry into Heads or Tails!
ELISABETH W. GARRISON LEGACY AWARD
Nominations are now closed for the 2024 Elisabeth W. Garrison Legacy Award. The award is bestowed on someone in our community who has met three criteria core to Mrs. Garrison's mantra - Live. Love. Give. - all in support of education
2024 Boots 'N Barbecue Sponsors
PAST ELISABETH GARRISON LEGACY AWARD WINNERS
Our Impact By the Numbers
$2.6 million
total investment into Wylie ISD students via Scholarships for Seniors, Grants for Teachers, and more since 2002
91
seniors received a college scholarship to continue their education at a university or trade school in 2023-2024
74
teachers received a classroom, school or district grant in 2023-2024
$169,000
funded grants to enhance education in Wylie ISD in 2023-2024
19,000
students positively impacted by a grant each year
66
total endowments created through the Foundation to fund scholarships and grants
Tax Information
Wylie ISD Education Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Contributions to Wylie ISD Education Foundation are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. The Foundation’s tax identification number is 14-1859786.