Eighth Annual Kick Up Your Boots for Kids Event
The Eighth Annual Kick Up Your Boots for Kids event was a huge success, with over 250 guests attending the bash at The Ballroom at Bayou Place. The event, which benefited Dec My Room, featured a lively performance by Country star Mark Chesnutt, who got even the most reserved guests two-stepping across the room.
The Purpose of the Event
Dec My Room is a nonprofit organization that aims to brighten hospital stays for pediatric and young adult patients. Since its founding in 2007, the organization has transformed over 10,000 hospital rooms across 180 hospitals nationwide. The effort continues to grow, with requests up 30 percent this year alone.
The Celebration
The evening’s emcee and auctioneer, David Ackel, kept guests entertained with fast-paced bidding and lighthearted banter. The dress code for the event was Western chic, with guests dressed in suede, sequins, and plenty of cowboy hats. Guests also enjoyed cocktails from two ice bars and tequila tastings from Loco Tequila.
Honoring Community and Corporate Supporters
Community Honorees Aimee and Wynne Snoots and Corporate Honorees Jen and Matt Brice of Federal American Grill were recognized for their ongoing generosity. The live auction drew some of the night’s biggest cheers, with top items including rare Pappy Van Winkle bourbon, a private three-day management hunt at Sycamore Springs Ranch with Kendall Plank, and a once-in-a-lifetime chance to throw the first pitch at a 2026 Astros game.
Guests and Supporters
The event was attended by many notable guests, including Stacey and Al Lindseth, Carley and Mike Stasney, Kat and Ryan Pressly, Laura Moore and Don Sanders, Laurie and Bret Sanders, Courtney and Zac Harmon, Gaye Lynn and Stuart Zarrow, Jody Merritt, Donna Lewis, Natalie and Shaun Hodge, Nina and Clint Rand, Tracy and Landon Ehlinger, Noelle and Ryan Strickland, Patrice and Robert Allinger, Lindsey Love, Brittany Tribble, Kory and Geoff Blum, George Foreman IV, Gina and Devinder Bhatia, Tom Butler, Ali and Haydeh Davoudi, Tammy and Stuart Spence, Grace and Steven Ward, Beth Rivera, Kiki Wilson, Jennifer Cope, and Brittany Tribble.
Conclusion
The Eighth Annual Kick Up Your Boots for Kids event was a huge success, raising a record-breaking $400,000 to support Dec My Room’s mission. The event was a fun and entertaining way to bring the community together and support a great cause. With its lively performance, exciting auction, and generous supporters, the event was an unforgettable night that will help make a difference in the lives of pediatric and young adult patients.
