Call for nominations for second annual Bridge Awards to honor those making contributions to literacy

The North Texas Future Fund is looking for nominations for the second annual North Texas Future Fund Bridge Awards to honor individuals, community organizations and corporations that have made significant contributions to improving literacy in North Texas.

Nominations will be accepted through Feb. 12, 2010, either through the online application available at http://www.northtexasfuturefund.org or by requesting a form from the North Texas Future Fund office by calling 972-621-0400.

The Bridge Awards Recognition Luncheon will be held on Wednesday, April 14, 2010, at the Renaissance Worthington Hotel in Fort Worth. Dr. Raymond Hart, president and CEO of RS Hart and Partners and Assistant Professor of Research, Measurement and Statistics at Georgia State University will deliver the keynote presentation on the importance of linking community resources – data, financial and human – to improve the lives and literacy levels of members of our community.

“In order to build North Texas as the region of choice we must ensure that we have a strong, literate workforce,” said Dan S. Petty, president and CEO of the North Texas Commission and North Texas Future Fund. “The Bridge Awards pay tribute to the individuals and organizations who work to ensure a better life for those that struggle with illiteracy.”

Sponsorships for the luncheon are available at $2,500 for presenting sponsor, $1,000 for contributing sponsor and $500 for table host. Individual tickets are $35 each. Click here to register or contact the North Texas Future Fund office at 972-621-0400.