Education Changes the Path
An intimate evening at the Metropolitan Club. Transforming lives for Palestinian students.
Join Us!
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
6 – 8 pm
The Metropolitan Club
One East 60th Street
New York, NY 10022
Cocktail Attire (Jackets and Ties Required for Men)
Honoring
Most Reverend Gregory John Mansour
Bishop of the Eparchy of Saint Maron of Brooklyn
with the
Archbishop Pietro Sambi “Star of Bethlehem” Award
This award is presented to an individual who, through the generous gift of time and talent, has rendered distinguished service to Bethlehem University Foundation in its ministry of supporting Bethlehem University.
Host Committee
- Joseph and Meya Abed
- Mona Aboelnaga and Sabi Kanaa
- Issa and Doris Baconi
- Vicki Downey
- Wassila Guiga-Lotfi and Sherif Lotfi
- George McLendon and Carol Quillen
- Salah Saabneh and Lena Diab
Mission and Partnership Sponsors
- Issa and Doris Baconi
- Elias and Annette Aburdene
Invite Others to Participate
Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsors of the Pathways Reception help sustain the mission of Bethlehem University and expand opportunity for Palestinian students.
Choose the opportunity that best meets your philanthropic commitment.
Proceeds from Pathways will support the Bethlehem University Foundation Annual Fund.
The Bethlehem University Foundation Annual Fund sustains both the University’s core mission and the Foundation’s essential work: supporting academic programs, strengthening faculty excellence, and providing the scholarships and resources students need to continue their education despite the economic pressures facing families in the Holy Land.
| Opportunity | Gift Amount | Benefits |
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Mission Sponsors |
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| Laureates of Promise | $100,000 | 12 guest invitations; premier recognition across event materials/signage; all prior acknowledgments |
| Peacekeepers | $50,000 | 10 guest invitations; prominent recognition in event materials/signage; acknowledgment during the program; all prior acknowledgments |
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Partnership Sponsors |
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| Scholars | $25,000 | 8 guest invitations; recognition on event signage; all prior acknowledgments |
| Bridge Builders | $10,000 | 6 guest invitations; recognition on website; all prior acknowledgments |
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Pathways Sponsors |
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| Mentors | $5,000 | 4 guest invitations; listing in the event program |
| Friends | $2,500 | 3 guest invitations; listing in the event program |
Sponsors please RSVP by Monday, April 27, 2026 to be included in the Reception Materials.
Tickets Now Available!
- Individual Tickets, $500
- Clergy/Religious, $250
Please RSVP/Register by May 4, 2026