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Join Us in Washington

The Bethlehem University Foundation Board of Directors

Cordially Invites You To

The 2024 Annual Fall Benefit and Awards Reception
Honoring

Mr. Samer Khoury

Hosted By

His Eminence Cardinal Christophe Pierre
Apostolic Nuncio of the United States of America

Host Committee Members

Annette and Elias Aburdene
Issa and Doris Baconi
Randa Fahmy
George McLendon
Ghassan and Suava Salameh
George and Rhonda Salem

Special Guests

The Honorable Chris Van Hollen
United States Senator for Maryland

Frère Hernán Santos, FSC, PhD
Vice Chancellor, Bethlehem University

Nahed Elrayes
Palestinian pianist and composer best known for his work, “A Lover from Palestine”

Date and Location

Thursday, November 7, 2024
6:00-8:30 pm
Cocktails and Buffet

Apostolic Nunciature of the USA
3339 Massachusetts Ave., N.W.
Washington, D.C 20008-3610
Valet Parking

Honoring Mr. Samer Said Khoury

International Leader and Advocate for Peace
Chairman, Consolidated Contractors Company

Samer Said Khoury is Chairman of Consolidated Contractors Company, a multi-billion engineering group and one of the largest construction companies in the Middle East.

Samer is of Palestinian descent from the area of Safad in the Galilee. He holds a BSc in Civil Engineering from California State University in Chico and an MBA from the University of Southern California.

Samer is at the helm of CCC which today is a large conglomerate with a broad range of activities ranging from its conventional engineering and construction role to the more complex role of an oil and gas and power developer. CCC employs more than 80,000 individuals worldwide. According to the annual Engineering News Record (ENR) surveys, CCC ranks continuously among the top 20 Largest International Contractors and is first in the Middle East region.

As the Chair of the Board of Trustees for the Bethlehem Development Foundation, Samer inspired business, social, and educational activities ranging from economic collaborative development and peace and conflict resolution dialogues to youth empowerment and social enterprise philanthropies. Most recently, his leadership catalyzed over $30 million to rejuvenate the iconic Church of the Nativity, as well as beautifying Manger
Square and founding community centers, sports complexes, and other critical infrastructure to improve the lives of the Bethlehem community.

We Are Grateful to Each of these Sponsors for their Generosity, Compassion, and Commitment

 

Presenting Sponsor

Samer Khoury

 

Peacebuilders

Ghassan and Suava Salameh

 

Scholars

Embassy of the State of Qatar

George and Rhonda Salem Family Foundation

Bridge Builders
  • Elias and Annette Aburdene
  • Issa and Doris Baconi
  • Christian Brothers Conference
  • Chris Larsen
Mentors
  • Anonymous
  • George Atalla and Family Fund
  • Donald and Cheryl Herrema
Friends
  • James and Polla Abed Family Foundation
  • Anonymous
  • Joseph Bock and Susan Lyke Charitable Fund
  • Fran Berkenbaugh and Nona Aguilae
  • Marianne and John Borelli
Friends Continued
  • Mark and Jane Chopko
  • Ann Dickson, DGCHS
  • George and Brenda Felton
  • Miranda Fulk
  • Varghese R. George
  • Frank McKown, KCHS
  • George McLendon and Carol Quillen
  • Eric and Pamela Melby
  • Mary Moran
  • Sheldon Ray, Jr.
  • Marilyn and Emanuel Rouvelas
  • James and Lisa Sams
  • Marvin and Merylann Schuttloffel
  • Kathy Sheehan
  • T. RowePrice
  • Shibley Telhami
  • The Museum of the Bible
  • Saleem Zaru

Uplift Human Dignity in Palestine

For over 50 years, Bethlehem University has been an oasis of hope, peace, and education for its diverse students and the greater Bethlehem community.

Join us, Thursday, November 7, 2024 for our Annual Benefit and Awards Reception, as we Uplift Human Dignity in Palestine.

We will honor Mr. Samer as a respected global leader for his lifetime of selfless service dedicated to preserving hope, promoting justice, advocating for peace, and supporting communities in dire need across the Holy land.

Sponsor the Event

To maximize your partnership and engagement, we have created sponsorship options and levels to encourage your support. As a global leader passionate about Uplifting Human Dignity, please consider becoming a sponsor today. Choose the opportunity that best meets your philanthropic interests, geographic location, and budget.

Sponsorship Opportunities
Peacebuilders $50,000 12 tickets
Scholars $25,000 8 tickets
Bridge Builders $10,000 6 tickets
Mentors $6,000 4 tickets
Friends $1,000 2 tickets

 

Download the Sponsorship Opportunities Flyer
Participer

To become involved, please contact
Phil Recchio
Director of Donor Engagement
[email protected] | 909-263-2118

We deeply appreciate your consideration and look forward to further discussing personalized sponsorship benefits to highlight and steward your support.

 

Registration Is Open

Please formally RSVP by October 28, 2024 and note that space is limited.

Sponsor the Event or Purchase Tickets

Hotel Reservations in DC

AC Marriott Hotel Washington DC
1112 19th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20036
Nightly Rate: $299.00
Last Day to Book: October 8, 2024

 

Make Your Reservation

Note: The room block for the DC Annual Fall Reception is a part of the the BUF Foundation Board Meeting.