The 79th Texas Cavaliers River Parade-April 22, 2024

From Kristin, Robert, Peggy and Dick

VIVA FIESTA San Antonio! Viva

It’ s Fiesta! Time to share experiences your family will always remember.

To all our friends and Fellow Cavaliers - The Tips Family and the Texas Cavaliers have a shared tradition of celebrating our community. Mission Park is well into its 2nd Century of preserving family memories for generations to come.

This year, more than ever, we salute the Cavaliers for their proud history of service and dedication to one of America’s most memorable events, the Texas Cavaliers River Parade!

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Photo by: Dane Miller, Dos Kiwis Studio dane@doskiwis.com

KING ANTONIO CI

Welcome to the banks of the world-famous San Antonio Riverwalk and the 2024 Texas Cavaliers River Parade: Viva America! Great American Landmarks!

We are incredibly proud that The Texas Cavaliers River Parade charitable honoree this year is The Alamo, specifically the now under-construction Texas Cavaliers Education Center. The Texas Cavaliers Education Center is scheduled to open in the summer of 2025, when it will begin serving more than 250,000 students annually.

Please join us in welcoming our grand marshal, Warner Music Nashville recording super star William Beckmann. Mr. Beckmann hails from Del Rio, and his career continues to skyrocket with his Grand Ole Opry debut last year. He has been chosen to lead our parade due to his incredible commitment to and support of philanthropic ventures in his native South Texas.

This evening you will see beautifully decorated floats representing some of the many children’s charities The Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation proudly supports. Please join me in celebrating the hard work these organizations do to make San Antonio a better place for our most precious resource, the youth of our community.

Just this afternoon, the Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation provided more than $8.5 million in grants to 63 local children’s charities. Your patronage of the Texas Cavaliers River Parade helps to make these grants possible. On behalf of the over 620 members of our organization - THANK YOU for your generous support benefitting the children of San Antonio and South Texas.

As a part of the core mission of The Texas Cavaliers, we honor the brave men and women who serve in our Armed Forces. They and their families represent the finest of our nation. Please stand and acknowledge them as they pass by on our military floats and remind them this is MILITARY CITY USA!

This year, my message to the school children I visit is “Be DEDICATED.” I want to encourage everyone to work hard and complete the task at hand - whether in school, home, church or sports. Be dedicated and cross the finish line!

During this Fiesta, please join The Texas Cavaliers in celebrating the diverse cultures and over 300 years of history that make San Antonio this great nation’s best community!

Viva San Antonio and Viva Fiesta!

Scott A. Christy

King Antonio CI

Message from King Antonio CI ..............................................................3

Message from the Parade Marshal ........................................................7

Grand Marshal .......................................................................................... 8

The Texas Cavaliers Children’s Program ...........................................14

Charitable Honoree .........................................................................18-20

Cavaliers Care! ........................................................................................21

Board of Directors and Lancers ...........................................................25

Former Kings, Captains, Commanders and River

Parade Marshals ................................................................................26-27

2024 Chairmen and Assistant Chairmen ............................................27

2024 Float Underwriters ................................................................28-29

Float Order .........................................................................................31-40

CONTENT ADVERTISER INDEX

1900 Wealth Management....................89

Ackerman & Co......................................50

AED.........................................................114

AH Emergency Clinic............................98

Alamo Heights Pet Clinic...................118

Allied Fire Protection..........................110

Alpine Contracting...............................143

American Bank.....................................124

American Roofing................................107

Angel Pest..............................................128

Arrows Class of 2021.........................118

Barn Door..............................................124

Battle of Flowers..................................123

Bell HydroGas.........................................94

Belles & Beaux.........................................16

Big Sun Solar............................................95

Birdies Class of 2016..........................149

Birnbaum Properties...........................128

Blue Bell....................................................55

Boeing.......................................................15

Bridgehead IT..........................................81

Broadway Bank.....................................117

Buchek Landscape and Irrigation........98

Captrust.................................................125

CarpenterCarpenter.............................55

Casa Rio...................................................82

Casillas Christian & Nisbet, PLLC....147

Cavalier Class of 2019 (Yotes)..........127

Cavalier Class of 2020

(The Essentials).....................................111

Cavalier Class of 2023

(The River Cooters)............................126

Cavender Auto Group...........................84

CBRE.......................................................117

Centro......................................................86

Christus Santa Rosa Health & Christus Children’s Hospital..........10-11

Chubb Insurance.......................................9

CIPM.........................................................92

Clinton Lee Orms................................109

Commercial Capital Partners (ComCapp)...........................................131

Cornerstone Automotive...................128

Crusty Caballeros................................135

D. Ansley Company, Inc.......................148

Dave Isaacs Custom Homes..............146

DGD Clinic............................................151

Diggs Painting........................................155

Documation............................................62

Dos Carolinas........................................134

Drip Bar..................................................144

Dullnig Ranch Sales..............................130

Eldred Rock Partners..........................149

Embrey Realty..........................................59

Employer Flexible.................................134

Endeavors.................................................63

Ernst & Young......................................,.139

Esquire Tavern.......................................128

Friends of Make a Wish Foundation...50

Frost....................................................24, 41

Go Rio......................................................88

Guido Construction...............................76

Gunn Automotive.................................106

H-E-B........................................................51

Herff Travel.............................................131

Holt Cat / Texas First Rentals...........122

Hornberger Fuller & Garza...............148

Howard Energy Partners......................90

Howell Crane..........................................89

IBC.............................................................54

Ilios............................................................96

Jefferson Bank.......................................139

JLL............................................................134

Joeris General Contractors...............135

John Troy Architects.............................107

Julian Gold.............................................136

Kelly Wade Jewelers...............................89

Kern Studios............................................93

Killen, Griffin & Farrimond..................63

Kiolbassa..................................................92

Kopplow Construction.........................94

Kreager Mitchell...................................154

Landry’s.....................................................52

Langley & Banack..................................136

Student Art ContestWinners ........................................................44-49

Military Fiesta .....................................................................................56-57

River Parade Map ..............................................................................64-65

Parade Judges ...........................................................................................72

First Responders Program .....................................................................73

Special Thanks ...........................................................................................78

Golf Tournament Sponsors ...................................................................79

The Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation ......................................83

Adopt a Charity ....................................................................................156

2024 Charities ..............................................................................157-183

Behind the Scenes ............................................................................68-69

La-Z-Boy.................................................139

Lee Michaels..........................................104

Luther King Capital Management.......22

Marsh McLennan Agency....................140

Mays Family Foundation..........................6

Memory Lane........................................140

Methodist Health System...............74-75

Mission Medical.......................................12

Mission Park Funeral Home...................2

Mission Restaurant Group.................108

MYR........................................................150

MWSLA..................................................150

Next Level Urgent Care.....................152

Nix Realty...............................................141

North Park Subaru.................................50

Nueces Partners...................................142

Ortho San Antonio..............................107

Paloma Blanca and Chris Madrids....113

Papa Johns............................................4, 58

Pape-Dawson Engineers, Inc..............141

Peerless Events & Tents

Bright Event Rentals...............................53

Pella Windows and Doors..................142

Phyllis Browning....................................153

Porter Loring.....................................70-71

Prestigious Mark...................................105

RC Page Construction........................145

Regions Bank.........................................107

Ricos.........................................................12

Ridgemont Properties, Inc.................142

River Center Mall................................109

RK Group...............................................129

Robert Shaw..........................................147

SageView Partners..................................55

San Antonio Academy..........................145

San Antonio Surgical Arts...................143

San Antonio Zoological Society...........16

Satel’s......................................................143

Sendero Wealth Management............132

Sharkmatic.............................................138

Sharpe Pools............................................20

Shetler Fine Jewelers...........................144

Shweiki Media........................................137

Site Works Texas...................................146

Southern Warehouse and Distribution......................................99

St Luke’s Episcopal School....................15

St. Andrews United Methodist Church................................110

St. Anthony Hotel.................................116

Star Bottling Works, Inc./Sooner

Coca-Cola Bottling Co.........................80

Steves Doors.........................................133

Surtierra (SA Rodeo)..........................106

Susan Naylor.....................................42, 85

Texas Capital Bank...............................101

Texas Creative.......................................119

Texas Dermatology & Laser Specialist........................................77

Texas Professional Disc Jockey..........100

Texas Wilson..........................................102

Thad Ziegler Glass...............................143

The Davis Law Firm...............................87

Tobin Center..........................................120

Trey & Lynnette Embrey........................62

Triangle Printing......................................15

Uhl, Fitzsimons, Jewett,

Burton & Wolff, PLLC.........................139

University of the Incarnate Word.....112

USS San Antonio Fund........................103

Valero..................................................66-67

VIP Staffing.............................................102

Visionworks..........................................121

Visit San Antonio..................................115

WaterBridge Operating LLC.............118

Wave Health Care.................................91

West & Swope Ranches......................126

Whataburger.....................................60-61

Williams Steinert Mask.........................63

Worth & Associates...............................23

Zachry Group.......................................124

TEXAS

PARADE MARSHAL

Welcome to the 79th Texas Cavaliers River Parade, a dazzling Fiesta tradition that enchants hundreds of thousands each year. We’re genuinely thrilled to have you join us for this spectacular celebration!

This year’s river parade theme, “Viva America: Great American Landmarks,” is not just a proclamation; it’s an invitation to revel in the spirit of unity, diversity, and pride that defines our nation. From the Statue of Liberty in New York to the Grand Canyon in Arizona and the historic Alamo in San Antonio, our floats will showcase the breathtaking diversity of American landmarks.

As we navigate this journey through iconic landscapes, we pause to honor a special entity – the 2024 Texas Cavaliers River Parade Charitable Honoree: the new Texas Cavaliers Education Center at the Alamo. This center will be a beacon of knowledge, welcoming thousands of students annually to explore the profound history that holds significance not just for Texas but for the entire nation.

Amidst the celebration, it’s crucial to extend our heartfelt thanks. Special appreciation goes to River Parade Vice Marshal Tres Steves and River Parade Operations Officer Alcide Longoria for their enduring friendship, support, and dedicated efforts. I would also like to thank my amazing family! My wife, Helen, and our 2 children, Christian and Kenzie. The support that each of them has provided throughout this experience has can express in words.

extends to the exceptional individuals who make possible – the River Parade Chairmen, Assistants, Board and Members, Texas Cavalier Foundation, our incredibly generous sponsors. Your collective weave the fabric of this unforgettable experience.

GRAND MARSHAL

WILLIAM BECKMANN

Raised in the small border town of Del Rio, Texas, William Beckmann grew up immersed in the sounds of classic country, mariachi, and Norteño music from northern Mexico. His unique blend of vintage country, Americana, and Latin rhythms is delivered with a timeless baritone and a maturity that defies his young age. Beckmann’s talents caught the eyes of industry veterans like Randy Rogers and fellow Del Rio native Radney Foster, leading him to relocate to Nashville. There, he inked a publishing deal with Warner Chappell.

Beckmann’s 2022 album “Faded Memories” featured standout tracks like the slow-burning “Bourbon Whiskey” and the haunting “In The Dark,” earning acclaim from American Songwriter, CMT, and others. His follow-up album in 2023, “Here’s To You. Here’s To Me,” continued his ascent with hits like “Damn This Heart Of Mine” and “Tennessee Drinkin’,” both topping the Texas Regional Radio Chart. These singles further cemented his reputation, garnering praise from Saving Country Music, Whiskey Riff, and Billboard.

Independent of major labels, Beckmann has built an impressive fanbase, boasting over 670,000 followers on TikTok and more than 16 million streams. His recent achievements include a debut at the Grand Ole Opry, signing with Warner Music Nashville, and touring with acts like Parker McCollum, Randy Rogers Band, and Wade Bowen. His solo shows have also seen significant success, including five sold-out performances at the iconic Gruene Hall in New Braunfels, Texas.

Beckmann expressed profound gratitude for being named Grand Marshal in San Antonio, a city he considers his second home. He is especially thankful to the Texas Cavaliers for the opportunity to celebrate the community in such an honorary role.

In Memory Of Our Beloved Dad And Husband TRIPLE FUHRMANN

His membership with the Texas Cavaliers was one he deeply cherished. Fiesta, a celebration of our city’s people, culture, and history was a highlight of Triple’s life, and we are honored to celebrate his legacy this week.

VIVA FIESTA!

With Love

and Carly

Joy, Jillian & James, Jenna Belle,

CHILDREN’S PROGRAM

Launched in 1996 in an effort to provide an unforgettable event of fun and food for children, including some with special needs, the Texas Cavaliers’ Children’s Program has to date provided over 20,000 children with dinner and reserved seating at the River Parade.

Through the generous underwriting of the Texas Cavaliers and local businesses, this year, over 900 children from 15 participating charitable organizations are enjoying the river parade.

We would like to thank the sponsors below for their generous support:

DIAMOND CAVALIER TITLE SPONSOR: PLATINUM FIESTA SPONSORS:

CHRISTUS Children’s and CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Health System

Valero

Mission Restaurant Supply

RIVER CITY AMBASSADOR SPONSOR:

Elliott Pride Family Foundation

ALAMO CITY PATRON SPONSORS:

Belles & Beaux Children’s Boutique

RTM Construction Co, LTD

Mission Medical

Ortho San Antonio

Wave Healthcare

Embrey

Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry

Ricos

FOOD & BEVERAGE SPONSORS: Chick-Fil-A Ricos

ARCA Continental Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages

We are grateful to service members and their families for their dedication and we are proud to support them in their service and beyond.

Learn more at boeing.com/veterans

The Triangle team salutes The 79th River Parade & Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation on record-breaking years. ¡VIVA FIESTA!

Viva Fiesta V

Thank you to these banks for their ongoing support of the T as Cavaliers Charitable Foundation and the children of T as

TEXAS CAVALIERS BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND LANCERS

Commander

Paul A. Rohlfs, Jr.

Lancer

Ty West

Activities Officer

Gardner M. Peavy

Lancer

Brandon Clementson

Lancer

Robert Watson

Captain of the King’s Guard

Gregory “Greg” D. Seay

Lancer

Andrew Himoff

Lancer

J.B. Richter

Mounted Horse Platoon

Tom Oliver

Finance Officer

Sam Shannon

Lancer

Kevin Canty

Properties & Alamo Officer

George “Hunter” Hale

Lancer

Clark Mandigo

Lancer

Eric Reblin

Lancer

Johnathan Walker

Adjutant

Tres Buchek

Lancer

Michael Wood

Public Events Officer

Brian Arriaga

Lancer

Robert Miggins

Lancer

A.J. Lewis

Lancer

Sloan Thomas

King Antonio C

Clyde J.B. Johnson IV

River Parade Marshal

Jonathan Dear

River Parade Vice-Marshal

Tres Steves

Lancer (Operations Officer)

Alcide Longoria

King Antonio CI

Scott A. Christy

Day Aide for King Antonio CI

Casey Fry

Night Aide for King Antonio CI

David Mauzé

Executive Aide for King Antonio CI

Pete McLaughlin

Chairman of the Kings’ Council

Mark M. Johnson, Jr.

Vice-Chairman of the Kings’ Council

R. Hunt Winton III

CHARITABLE FOUNDATION

President (in memoriam)

Carl “Triple” Fuhrmann III

President

Jeffrey “Jeff” C. Bailey

Vice President

W. Plack Carr III

Treasurer

Michael R. Kiolbassa

Fundraising Chairman

George V. Shaw

Secretary

Stephen Blount

Past President

William “Bill” B. Kingman

FORMER RIVER PARADE MARSHALS

William C. King 1941

William C. King 1946

A.J. Lewis, Sr. 1947

Bryan Gouger 1948

J. Hamilton Savage 1949

Archie S. Brown 1950

David Steves 1951

FSJA Control 1952

FSJA Control 1953

FSJA Control 1954

FSJA Control 1955

FSJA Control 1956

FSJA Control 1957

FSJA Control 1958

FSJA Control 1959

Dr. Alex Thomas, Jr. 1960

Albert Marucheau 1961

John T. Steen 1962

Will C. Tips 1963

Ralph E. Lehr 1964

George Judson 1965

Schreiner Harrison 1966

Fred T. Goetting, Jr. 1967

James M. Cavender III 1968

Hall S. Hammond 1969

Thad M Ziegler 1970

Joseph M. Dawson 1971

A.J. Lewis, Jr. 1972

Tim D. Word 1973

Paul E. McSween, Jr. 1974

Fred J. Tips 1975

James D. Folbre 1976

David P. Steves, Jr. 1977

Jerome Harris, Jr. 1978

William W. Watson 1979

Wm. Carlton Church III 1980

William W. Flannery, Jr. 1981

J.W. (Jack) Saunders 1982

Robert S. McClane 1983

Virgil O. Rosser, Jr. 1984

Frank M. Steves 1985

Robert S. Peacock 1986

Thad W. Ziegler 1987

Kenneth W. Thomas, Jr. 1988

John H. White, Jr. 1989

Walter W. Church 1990

A. J. Lewis III 1991

Guy Bob Buschman 1992

Stephen P. Ballantyne 1993

Porter Loring III 1994

Jack C. Hebdon, Jr. 1995

Sam Bell Steves II 1996

Edward K. Kopplow 1997

Roger C. Hill, Jr. 1998

M. Rob Eversberg 1999

Paul A. Rohlfs 2000

Clifton F. Douglass III 2001

Nicholas Paul Campbell 2002

Joe R. Peacock, Jr. 2003

William H. Atwell II 2004

Jeffrey C. Bailey 2005

Timothy Swan 2006

William F. Mitchell 2007

Thomas M. Green 2008

Stephen R. Dutton 2009

Donald E. Miller, Jr. 2010

Mark Johnson, Jr. 2011

R. Hunt Winton III 2012

Michael Casillas 2013

Richard A. Sparr, Jr. 2014

Roger Hill III 2015

Walter M. Embrey III 2016

Barton Simpson 2017

Clyde Johnson IV 2018

Scott Christy 2019

Paul A. Rohlfs, Jr. 2021

Gardner Peavy 2022

Gregory D. Seay 2023

2024 TEXAS CAVALIERS RIVER PARADE CHAIRMEN AND ASSISTANT CHAIRMEN

Arneson Theater

Chairman - Daniel Peavy

Assistant Chairman - Rob Cavender

Assistant Chairman - George Musselman

Assistant Chairman - Brandon Clementson

Assistant Chairman - Peter Broderick

Assistant Chairman - Bart Simpson

Assistant Chairman - Henry Gonzalez

Assistant Chairman - Mark Meador

Barge Prep

Chairman - Brandon Raney Assistant Chairman - Drew Allen Assistant Chairman - Alan Spalten Chairman Emeritus - Sheldon Fitch

Branded Assets Chairman - JB Richter

Bridge & Gate Sponsorships/Signage

Co-Chairman - Clayton Harrison

Co-Chairman - Trebes Sasser

Assistant Chairman - Daniel Westmorland

Charity Liaison

Chairman - Wes Bright

Assistant Chairman - Trace Burton

Assistant Chairman - Andrew McAllister

Children’s Program

Co-Chairman - John Hinchey

Co-Chairman - Blake Stouffer

Assistant Chairman - Carter Mayfield

Assistant Chairman - John Fitch

Assistant Chairman - John Case

Assistant Chairman - Will Flannery

Collateral Co-Chairman - Clayton White

Co-Chairman - Tom Oliver

Assistant Chairman - Webb Sellers

Assistant Chairman - Marshal Steves III

Communications Chairman - Bingo Carter

Assistant Chairman - Ryan Smith

Assistant Chairman - Carlos Longoria

Decorations

Co-Chairman-Go Rio - Chris Dewar

Co-Chairman-Barges - Bruce Richardson

Co-Chairman-River - Will Mitchell

Assistant Chairman - Campbell Sasser

Electrical Power

Chairman - Gates Mueller

Assistant Chairman - Taylor Dorris

Assistant Chairman - Chris Giudo

Entertainment

Co-Chairman - Clay Page

Co-Chairman - John Smelko

Assistant Chairman - Rowe Blount

Assistant Chairman - Ty Thaggard

Assistant Chairman - Drew Stewart

Assistant Chairman - West Winter

Assistant Chairman - Fred Casillas

Assistant Chairman - Cardo Kleberg

Assistant Chairman - Brian Arriaga

Assistant Chairman - Doug Cooper

Assistant Chairman - Donald Duffin

Assistant Chairman - Stuart Carter

Assistant Chairman - Tom Northington

Assistant Chairman - Mike Casillas

Assistant Chairman - Manuel Zuniga

Assistant Chairman - Kelly Sechler

Assistant Chairman - Steven Fry

Family Day Parade Fiesta

Chairman - Rob Gish

Assistant Chairman - Jeff Bryant

Assistant Chairman - Matt Gish

Assistant Chairman - Matthew White

Assistant Chairman - Harry Wolf

Assistant Chairman - Peter Zachar

Assistant Chairman - Roger Flores

First Responder

Co-Chairman - Jonathan Walker

Co-Chairman - George Hinchey

Assistant Chairman - Hale Snyder

Assistant Chairman - JB Richter

Float Participants

Chairman - Stephen Little

Assistant Chairman - Brian Hamilton

Assistant Chairman - Andrew Price

Assistant Chairman - Tony Serna

Assistant Chairman - Clayton Thomas

Fundraising Liaison

Chairman - Jeff Brouillard

Assistant Chairman - Sam Shannon

Judging

Chairman - Patrick Sullivan

Assistant Chairman - Charlie Hargis

King’s Brigade Co-Chairman - John Saunders

Co-Chairman - Derrick Thompson

Assistant Chairman - Julian Casillas

Assistant Chairman - Clint Hennessey

King’s Cruiser Co-Chairman - Chuck Cothren

Co-Chairman - Jay Gorman

Chairman Emeritus - Ansley Johnston

Assistant Chairman - Mark Muecke

Assistant Chairman - Tucker Biedenharn

King’s Navy

Co-Chairman - Jackson Nahoum

Co-Chairman - Tres Peacock

Assistant Chairman - William Hughes

Assistant Chairman - Adam Sharpe

Assistant Chairman - Robert Thomas

Assistant Chairman - Brian Thompson

Assistant Chairman - Manny Quinones

Assistant Chairman - Mundo Garcia

Assistant Chairman - Steven Beeler

Assistant Chairman - Drew Whaley

Legal & Risk Management

Chairman - Bill Dehlinger

Lighting & Sound

Chairman - George Ames

Assistant Chairman - Hunter Kingman

Assistant Chairman - Tres Plummer

Logistics

Chairman - Clifton Macdaniel

Assistant Chairman - Bart Waters

Marine Operations

Chairman - Bailey Woods

Assistant Chairman - Matt Koehler

Assistant Chairman - AJ Lewis

Assistant Chairman - Ben Azar,

Assistant Chairman - Will Holshouser

Merchandising

Chairman (Medals) - Matt Bishop

Chairman (Raffle) - Rob Finney

Assistant Chairman - Mike Payne

Military Program

Co-Chairman - John Quirk

Co-Chairman - David Hornberger

Chairman Emeritus - Carlos Martinez

Assistant Chairman - Chris Petty

Assistant Chairman - Chris Jones

Assistant Chairman - Pre Ball

Assistant Chairman - Rob McClane

Assistant Chairman - Billy Nelson

Photography - IT/Social Media

Chairman - Robert Shaw

Post Parade Operations

Co-Chairman (Tobin Center) - Kelvin Tatum

Co-Chairman (Old Marina) - Brent Conger

Co-Chairman (New Marina) - Porter Corrigan

Co-Chairman - Charles Beever

Assistant Chairman - Will Ziegler

Assistant Chairman - William Cage

Pre-Parade Operations

Chairman - Andrew Himoff

Assistant Chairman - Charlie Fulton

Assistant Chairman - Clark Mandigo

Assistant Chairman - Michael Wood

Assistant Chairman - John Park

Assistant Chairman - Danny Nelson

Assistant Chairman - Pepo Carrington

Assistant Chairman - Stewart Peacock

Assistant Chairman - Harry J. Brusenhan Jr.

Private Parties

Chairman - Eric Reblin

Chairman Emeritus - Greg Wright

Assistant Chairman - David Hildebrand

Assistant Chairman - Prio Ball

Assistant Chairman - Jeff Miller

Assistant Chairman - Rob Flannery

Program

Chairman - Robert Watson

Chairman Emeritus - Bill Johnson

Assistant Chairman - Joel Hoyt

Assistant Chairman - Shane Warnicke

Assistant Chairman - Joe Aycock

Properties

Chairman - Lance Littleton

Assistant Chairman - Shane Sampson

Assistant Chairman - Richie Carnahan

Publicity & Art Contest

Chairman - Robert Miggins

Assistant Chairman - Eduardo Berain

Assistant Chairman - Ned Hodge

Refreshments

Co-Chairman (River) - Wes Mayo

Co-Chairman (Workdays) - Dunn Armstrong

Co-Chairman (Workdays) - John Saunders

Chairman Emeritus - Brad Simpson

Assistant Chairman - Walter Simpson

Assistant Chairman - Richard Walton

Assistant Chairman - Mark Johnson Jr.

Assistant Chairman - Charlie Holshouser

Assistant Chairman - Harry Affleck

Assistant Chairman - Harry Affleck

Assistant Chairman - Richard Hartman

Assistant Chairman - Clyde Johnson

Assistant Chairman - Campbell Booth

River Waste

Co-Chairman - Paul Allen

Co-Chairman - Marks Moore

Script

Chairman - Mark Meador

Seating & Placement

Chairman - Brian Ballantyne

Assistant Chairman - David Christian

Assistant Chairman - Gardner Peavy

Assistant Chairman - George Vassar

Assistant Chairman - Brian Thompson

Assistant Chairman - Cardo Kleberg

Assistant Chairman - Peter Hennessey

Assistant Chairman - Hamlet Newson

Assistant Chairman - Bob Keahey

Assistant Chairman - Patrick Ballantyne

Assistant Chairman - Greg Seay

Security

Chairman - Hughes Welder

Chairman Emeritus - Matt Markette

Assistant Chairman - Zach Lee

Assistant Chairman - WB Cavender

Special Projects

Chairman - Marshall Steves III

Chairman (The Fixer) - Ty West

Chairman (Chaplain) - Michael Crocker

Chairman (Traffic Control) - Scott Gorman

Chairman (Biga on the Banks) - Thomas Tyng

Chairman (Pace Setter) - Ted Liljenwall

Sponsorships

Co-Chairman (Float) - Chris Kardys

Co-Chairman (Large Doors) - Eddie Kopplow

Co-Chairman (Adopt a Charity) - Lee Cavender

Assistant Chairman - Brandt Bakke

Assistant Chairman - Steven Fry

Assistant Chairman - Clayton Thomas

Assistant Chairman - Bart Waters

Assistant Chairman - Joe Aycock

Assistant Chairman - Andrew Himoff

Tech Crew

Co-Chairman - Chesley Swan

Co-Chairman - J.B. Musselman

Co-Chairman - Dunn Armstrong

Co-Chairman - Elliott Hayne

Co-Chairman - John Oliver

Chairman Emeritus - Fred Allison

Ticket Sales

Chairman - Kenny Dorbandt

Chairman Emeritus - Thad Ziegler

Assistant Chairman - William Kingman

Assistant Chairman - Sloan Thomas

Assistant Chairman - Chad Case

Black Ops

Chuck Cothren

W3

Fred Allison

Clint Worth

Parade Marshal - Jonathan Dear Vice Marshal - Tres Steves Operations Officer - Alcide Longoria

TEXAS CAVALIERS 2024 FLOAT ORDER

Float X Military 4th Reconnaissance Battalion

Fighting in every clime and place from Houston, Texas during Hurricane Harvey, to the sands of far-off Iraq, the 4th Reconnaissance Battalion has represented the United States and the city of San Antonio with exceptional capabilities in all aspects of military operations.

The battalion traces its roots back to the formation of the 4th Marine Division in WWII and the storied sands of Iwo Jima where the Division first fought.

The primary mission of the Battalion is to conduct amphibious reconnaissance and other specialized tasks in support of the Marine Air Ground Task Force across the range of military operations.

There are four companies stationed around the country as well as one Detachment in Hawaii. The Battalion and two companies are stationed here in San Antonio. The Battalion has fought in every major US Campaign since WWII and continues to serve around the globe today.

Participants: Secret

Float 1 King Antonio CI (101st) Scott Allen Christy

Scott is deeply honored to have been elected to represent The Texas Cavaliers as King Antonio CI and reign over Fiesta 2024. Having the opportunity to be the 101st King means a great deal to him and his family. Scott, is a proud San Antonian and Texan. Since becoming a second-generation member of the Texas Cavaliers in 2007, Scott has made lifelong friends within and outside the organization while working to support worthy causes benefiting the children of San Antonio.

As a member of The Texas Cavaliers, Scott has served on the Board of Directors for 5 years, including in the elected role of Commander for 20222023, and as Parade Marshal of the 2019 River Parade. He has also served on the Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation Board of Trustees for 3 terms and as a proud member of the King’s Navy for many years.

After graduating from Alamo Heights public schools, Scott attained a bachelor’s degree in history from the University of Texas at Austin in 2001. After graduation, Scott returned to San Antonio, where he now is President of his family’s business – Triangle Reproductions, which has been serving the city for over 50 years. He and his lovely wife, Emily, have two amazing daughters.

Scott enjoys being very active in the San Antonio community and has served on several non-profit boards and committees, including the Fiesta Commission San Antonio Executive Committee, the Fiesta Commission Board of Commissioners, Past President of The Order of the Alamo, The City of Terrell Hills, Texas Wildlife Association, The Longhorn Foundation, Texas Exes and the San Antonio Livestock Exposition. He is a proud member of Christ Episcopal Church.

Our Castle looks forward to all of the upcoming Fiesta celebrations. The Texas Cavaliers believe in the future of all children and work to ensure they have additional opportunities. We are excited to announce that $8.5 million dollars has been raised or pledged for the new Texas Cavaliers Education Center at the Alamo and for the benefit of 63 carefully vetted organizations that clothe, feed, educate, nurture and shelter San Antonio’s children. Since its founding in 1989, The Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation has distributed more than $18 million to Bexar County children. During Fiesta, King Antonio and The Texas Cavaliers will visit schools, military bases, hospitals, nursing homes, charitable organizations, and many other Fiesta events. These visits not only have a profound impact on our community but create lasting friendships and traditions which make San Antonio a unique city! Congratulations to our River Parade Marshal! Big Thanks to all the Chairman and Assistant Chairman who put on tonight’s River Parade!

King Antonio is welcomed by an honor guard made up of past King Antonios,

raising their swords in salute as Scott Christy, the 101st King crosses Rosita’s Bridge.

Participants:

King Antonio: CI (101st) Scott Christy

Day Aide: Casey Fry

Night Aide: David Mauze

Executive Aide: Peter McLaughlin

Float 2 Grand Marshal (William Beckmann) and Art Contest Winner (Ena Amakusa)

Theme: Grand Ole Opry

Sponsor: Susan Naylor

Honorary Grand Marshal William Beckmann: Beckmann is no stranger to San Antonio as he was a headlining act of the 2024 San Antonio Rodeo, making him an ideal candidate for the Grand Marshal role.

Hailing from the small border town of Del Rio, TX, William Beckmann was raised on classic country as well as the mariachi and Norteño sounds of northern Mexico. He delivers a fresh blend of vintage country, Americana and Latin music with a timeless baritone and an old soul maturity that belies his youth. His 2022 album Faded Memories, featuring the slow-burn single “Bourbon Whiskey” as well as a mesmerizing cover of Bruce Springsteen’s “I’m On Fire” and the haunting “In The Dark.”

The album garnered praise from critics including American Songwriter, Billboard, CMT and more. His current single “Tennessee Drinkin” from his most recent “Here’s To You. Here’s To Me” album is Beckmann’s fifth consecutive to hit the Top 20 at Texas Regional Radio Chart and fastest rising to date. Beckmann has amassed an incredible fanbase, independently garnering more than 670,000 followers on TikTok and over 3 million streams of Faded Memories. He has spent the last year touring with artists including Parker McCollum, Koe Wetzel and Randy Rogers Band, sold out three shows at legendary Gruene Hall and made his Grand Ole Opry debut in Spring, 2023.

Texas Cavalier River Parade Art Contest:

The Texas Cavaliers River Parade Art Contest continues for the 20th year. It encourages our public elementary school youth to express themselves artistically while creating images of the River Parade Theme. A total of $46,000 will be given to the winners’ and runner up schools thanks to the generosity of our Sponsors, Methodist Healthcare, Landry’s San Antonio, Valero, UTSA Southwest, HEB, Whataburger Big Sun Solar, Emily Ann’s Family Foundation, Susan Naylor and the Will Smith Foundation, Emily Huth Coates Foundation of 1992 and Betty Stieren Kelso Foundation. This year a finalist was chosen from each San Antonio City Council District as well as a Bexar County finalist.

Joining the Grand Marshal tonight is the 2024 Grand Prize winner, Ena Amakus, along with her teacher Katrina Gonzalez. Ena is a 5th grade student at Raba Elementary in City Council District 6!

The Grand Marshal and Art Contest Float is sponsored by Susan Naylor.

Participants:

William Beckmann

Matthew Miller, Beckmann’s Manager

Susan Naylor, Major Donor and Float Sponsor

Ena Amakusa, Art Contest Winner

Katrina Gonzalez, Ena’s Art Teacher

Ena’s Mom and Ena’s Guest

Float 3 River Parade Charitable HonoreeTexas Cavaliers Education Center at the Alamo Theme: Alamo

Sponsor: Valero

The Cavaliers are honored to announce the 2024 River Parade Charitable

Honoree is the Texas Cavaliers Education Center.

The Alamo campus is about to get a major upgrade. The Alamo Trust Inc., in conjunction with the Texas Cavaliers, broke ground on a large-scale education center set to open its doors to students looking for some hands-on learning at the iconic San Antonio staple come summer of 2025. What’s it called? Well, after a $5 million contribution from the Texas Cavaliers and after the project was named the primary charity for the local organization’s fundraising this year, it only makes sense it’d be named after the Cavaliers.

Officials broke ground on the facility last November, which will sit on the southeast corner of the Alamo campus marking the start of a year-and-a-half long development process. The new facility will be a hands-on, learning center for San Antonio with an outdoor classroom, orientation theater, agricultural garden, and multifunctional classrooms. The new site expected to increase the Alamo’s educational pull from 150,000 students a year to upwards of 250,000 and will be named the Texas Cavaliers Education Center after the Cavaliers contributed $5 million for the project.

The Alamo tells the story of Texas Independence as part of its 300-year history to over 1.6 million visitors each year and is the #1 most visited destination in the state of Texas. It is a National Historic Landmark and part of the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Texas.

Band: Meezer

Participants: Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D., Kate Rogers, MPA, Ed.D., Adrian Piloto, Christian Flanders, Vincent Yannicelli

Float 4 Joint Base San Antonio Military Ambassadors

Sponsor: USAA

No federal endorsement of any organization is implied

The Joint Base San Antonio Military Ambassadors serve in their ambassador roles from January through December 2024. The Air Force has the honorary role of serving as Fiesta Military Coordinator this year and Lieutenant General Brian Robinson, as the 2024 Military Coordinator, will share the float with the Ambassadors.

The JBSA Military Ambassadors represent the six military service branches and promotes the military’s commitment to and relationship with local communities, fostering positive community relations. The Military Fiesta Ambassadors are honored to be part of “Military City U.S.A” and Fiesta 2024.

These Ambassadors hold their position for one year and attend pre-Fiesta events, as well as a full slate of activities during Fiesta week. They will also continue to represent the military at the events that take place afterward as the Fiesta Commission prepares for next year’s week-long celebration.

U.S. Army North is responsible for the land defense of North America as well as for leading the Department of Defense’s support in national emergencies throughout the region, including most recently the COVID-19 pandemic, hurricanes, and wildland fires.

Band: Top Flight” of the United States Air Force Band of the West, based at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, is providing tonight’s entertainment.

Musicians are:

Technical Sergeant Ben Johnson, drums

Staff Sergeant Adam Walker, keys

Senior Airman Mitchell Powers, guitar

Senior Airman Jack McDonald, bass

Senior Airman Emily Marshall, vocals

Airman First Class Isaac Vila, audio engineer

Top Flight is the United States Air Force Band of the West’s response to America’s demand for classic rock ‘n’ roll, R&B, country, and current pop music heard on top 40’s radio stations. The band travels over 30,000 miles annually performing throughout Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Florida and Puerto Rico.

Participants:

U.S. Air Force Ambassadors: Technical Sergeant Amanda Algueseva and Staff Sergeant Edgar J. Bravo

U.S. Army Ambassadors: Staff Sergeant Jessica Kuhau and Sergeant Benjamin Smith

U.S. Marine Corps Ambassadors: Lance Corporal Kristen Gonzalez and Sergeant William Hoskins

U.S. Navy Ambassadors: Legalman First Class Yvette Martinez and Hospital Corpsman Petty Officer First Class Michael Camacho

U.S. Coast Guard Ambassadors: Petty Officer First Class Audrey Porter and Petty Officer Second Class Makinly Cramer

U.S. Space Force Ambassador: is Master Sergeant Christopher Mullins

The 2024 Fiesta Military Coordinator is Lieutenant General Brian Robinson, commander, Air Education and Training Command, Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, and he is accompanied by his wife, Maureen. Also, on the barge is Chief Master Sergeant Chad Bickley, command chief, Air Education and Training Command, and he is accompanied by his wife, Nicki.

Float 5 U.S. Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center – Joint Base San Antonio Lackland

Sponsor: Cavender Auto Group

No federal endorsement of any organization is implied

The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center with headquarters at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, is one of six specialized centers assigned to Air Force Materiel Command. AFIMSC serves as the single intermediatelevel headquarters responsible for providing installation and mission support capabilities to all Air Force and Space Force installations, major commands and direct reporting units. The global A-F-I-M-S-C team takes care of Air Force Airmen, Space Force Guardians, and their families, while keeping airfields and infrastructure combat ready at 83 installations across the Department of the Air Force.

Band: Ensemble from the Air Force Band of the West

Participants:

Major General John Allen, Commander

Chief Master Sergeant, Dana Council

Command Chief Master Sergeant and Member of the A-F-I-M-S-C team

Float 6 Sunshine Cottage School for Deaf Children

Theme: Rodeo Drive

Sponsor: Circle Bar Foundation – In Memory of Hans White Sunshine Cottage has continued to prevail in our community and in the field of hearing and speech sciences. Sunshine Cottage School for Deaf Children is a listening and spoken language school that serves newborns through 4th grade. Our students use hearing devices to help them learn to hear and talk. Sunshine Cottage School has been providing care to this community for than 77 years.

Participants:

Miriam Elizondo, Acting Executive Director

Chris Powers, Marketing and Technology Coordinator

Diego Munoz

Savannah Munoz

Danny Munoz

Float 7 City Kids Adventures

Theme: Grand Canyon

Sponsor: Jefferson Bank

City Kids Adventures is an Outdoor Mentoring Program. Their Float theme is the Grand Canyon and what’s special about their float is all the participants on the float plus 10 more kids in their program will actually tour the Grand Canyon NP, Big Bend NP, Yosemite NP, Arches NP and Carlsbad Caverns this year for their Summer Tour 2024. They are all about the Power of Outdoors and the impact it has on child development!

City Kids Adventures provides a family environment and gives inner-city kids an opportunity to extend their horizon beyond their communities, thus becoming cognitive of the world in where they live. City Kids Adventures supports today’s inner-city youth who need an alternative to engaging in nonproductive lifestyles.

Participants: Adrian Delgado, Jacob Valle, Evelyn Guerrero, Jose “Pepe” Godinez, Angel Soto, Lee Charles McNeil, Neon McNeil, Leticia McNeil

Float 8 United States Sea Services

Sponsor: Kelly Wade Jewelers

Sailors aboard the Sea Service float represent the numerous Navy and Coast Guard commands located in or near San Antonio. San Antonio is home for the Navy’s Hospital Corpsman and Master-at-Arms training courses.

Participants: RDML (Rear Admiral Lower Half) Brafford, CMC (Command Master Chief) Brittenum, LT (Lieutenant) Pommer, LT (Lieutenant) Vargas, LT (Lieutenant) Sanchez

Float 9 CHRISTUS Children’s and CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Health System

Sponsor: CHRISTUS Children’s and CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Health System What started as a single hospital in the heart of downtown has grown to an entire family of hospitals, clinics and ERs throughout San Antonio, New Braunfels and San Marcos. As part of CHRISTUS Health, CHRISTUS Children’s and CHRISTUS Santa Rosa are proud of the legacy of care and compassion that is embodied in our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Viva Fiesta and Viva CHRISTUS!

Participants: Outstanding Associates from CHRISTUS Children’s and CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospitals

Float 10 Children’s Bereavement Center

Theme: Field Museum

Sponsor: Ricos Products

The Children’s Bereavement Center has been mending hearts since 1997 – Showing grieving children and families that there can be love, hope and laughter in their lives – even after suffering unimaginable loss.

Participants:

Polett Coss, Program Therapist

Ana Ezeta, School-Based Program Therapist

Float 11 The Children of the Republic of Texas

Theme: Area 51

Sponsor: Affinius Capital

The Alamo Mission Chapter Children of the Republic of Texas was the very first CRT chapter to exist! It was chartered on May 11, 1934 at the Alamo. CRT members encourage the study of Texas history; stimulate historical research into early records of Texas; help preserve the places made sacred by the men and women who achieved the Texas Independence; foster preservation of Texas documents and relics; promote the celebration of all Texas Honors Days; revere the flag of Texas and promote its display; volunteer for community service; and cherish and preserve the memory of TEXAS, ONE AND INDIVIDUAL, as achieved by the Fathers and Mothers of the Texas Revolution. These children are direct descendants of founding settlers of the Republic of Texas, and of patriots who fought for Texas Independence in 1836. Their motto is: “NOT FOR SELF, BUT FOR TEXAS!

Band: Noah Kurtis Nilsson

Participants: Cindy Borman, Noah Carrizales, Brendan Fessler, Wil Herbst, Harper Menn, Danica Villarreal, David Villarreal, Eden Retzloff, Izabel Retzloff

Float 12 Down Syndrome Association of South Texas

Theme: Route 66

Sponsor: Two Men and a Truck

The Down Syndrome Association of South Texas is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year and is proud to continue its mission to provide lifelong services and support to children and adults living with Down syndrome and their families in South Texas.

Float 13 Boysville

Participants: Magaly Diaz (Education Director), Bill Cade, Michael Flores, Laura Cruz, Audrey Diaz, Tommy Flores

Theme: Padre Island

Sponsor: Whataburger

A Texas Home for Girls and Boys. Founded in 1943 helping boys, now 80 years later is a campus that serves almost 300 children a year from birth to 23 including boys and girls. Boysville, a Texas landmark caring for children who need a home to call their own. Proudly sponsored by Whataburger, our float tonight includes some of the youth and staff members of Boysville.

DJ: Nic Dante, DJ

Participants:

Dawn Hooker, Director of Fundraising and Grants

Christina Hall, Case Manager Supervisor

Tara Hemphill, Case Manager

Kids: David, Kayden, Osciyah, Eugene, MyKenzie and Fenix

Float 14 Bexar County Commissioner’s Court –County Judge and Commissioners

Sponsor: Killen, Griffin & Farrimond

The Bexar County Commissioner’s Court is the overall managing and governing body of Bexar County. It is comprised of the County Judge and four Commissioners. Judge Peter Sakai is the Court’s Presiding Officer and serves as the spokesman and ceremonial head of County government.

Participants:

Bexar County Judge – Peter Sakai

Precinct 1 Commissioner – Rebecca Clay-Flores

Precinct 2 Commissioner – Justin Rodriguez

Precinct 3 Commissioner – Grant Moody

Precinct 4 Commissioner – Tommy Calvert

Float 15A Fiesta Children – Float A

Sponsor: Mays Family Foundation

The Texas Cavaliers are very proud to present their 79th River Parade. While creating an entertaining evening along the historic banks of the San Antonio Riverwalk, Tonight, the participants represent a collection of local non-profits, civic organizations, and our outstanding military. Let us celebrate and recognize each of these organizations and their important roles in San Antonio.

Riding as special guest with the Fiesta children tonight is “Marina the Turtle”, the Go Rio Mascot. Go Rio has a fleet of eco-friendly electric river boats in vibrant colors inspired by Mexican folk art, Go Rio offers an unforgettable experience of the San Antonio River Walk that reflects the sights, wonders and culture of a unique American City.

Participants: Fiesta Children

Float 15B The Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce

Sponsor: Landry’s Inc.

With more than 1,750 members, The Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce is the largest and most influential pro-business organization in the region propelling business success for 130 years. As the primary voice of business in our city, the Chamber mobilizes members to promote and drive important initiatives benefitting the Greater San Antonio Region. Learn more at sachamber.org.

Participants: The Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce and their distinguished guests.

Float 16 City of San Antonio - Mayor, City Council

Sponsor: The RK Group

San Antonio is a vibrant city with a thriving economy, deep cultural heritage and communities that are compassionate, inclusive and proudly diverse. It is the seventh largest city in the United States and was named a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy and among the Best Places to Travel in the United States. San Antonio is also home to our beloved Riverwalk, the Alamo and the historic missions, which are a designated World Heritage Site—the first and only in Texas.

Proudly called Military City, USA®, San Antonio is home to one of the largest populations of active-duty military and veterans, as well as mission-critical commands, including military medicine, cybersecurity, pilot training and basic training.

For more information, visit SanAntonio.gov and follow @COSAGov on social. ¡Viva San Antonio y viva Fiesta!

Participants:

Mayor Ron Nirenberg

Sukh Kaur, District 1

Jalen McKee-Rodriguez, District 2

Phyllis Viagran, District 3

Dr. Adriana Rocha Garcia, District 4

Teri Castillo, District 5

Melissa Cabello Havrda, District 6

Mariana Alderete Gavito, District 7

Manny Pelaez, District 8

John Courage, District 9

Marc Whyte, District 10

Float 17 UTSA

Theme: New Orleans

Sponsor: Mauzé Construction Corp.

As the largest university in San Antonio, UTSA is rising to new heights as one of approximately 20 universities nationwide that are designated as Hispanic Serving Institutions and hold a prestigious Tier One classification for research excellence. Go, Roadrunners!

UTSA’s Tier One classification for research puts it in the top 4% of universities nationwide, enabling them to attract new businesses, research dollars, worldclass faculty and the talented students who want to learn from them.

In October last year, UTSA broke ground on San Pedro II - also called the Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Careers building, which is UTSA’s newest building in the heart of Downtown San Antonio’s tech district.

UTSA prepares more students for the workforce than any other higher education institution in the region. These graduates are employed by leading companies such as USAA, H-E-B, Valero and Frost Bank, where they are filling the high-paying, high-demand jobs of the future and improving the quality of life for themselves and their families. Ninety percent of UTSA graduates stay and work in Texas.

Last year, UTSA officially joined the American Athletic Conference as the league welcomed six institutions to form its new lineup of 15 schools. UTSA has captured 80 conference championships and made more than 60 NCAA postseason appearances during its 42-year history of NCAA Division I competition. Recently, the Roadrunners won back-to-back Conference USA championships in football in 2021 and 2022, as well as in women’s golf in 2018 and 2019. UTSA also claimed the C-USA tournament title in soccer last fall. The Roadrunners have made nine NCAA postseason runs and boast 25 AllAmericans in just the last six years alone.

Participants:

Dr. Taylor Eighmy - President of UTSA

Peggy Eighmy - First Lady of UTSA

Jacob Cavazos - President of the UTSA Alumni Assoc.

Laura Beth Garcia - UTSA Alumni Board Member

Randy Daniels - UTSA Alumni Board Member

Monica Trevino Ortega - UTSA Alumni Board Member

UTSA Student Scholarship Recipients

Float 18 U.S. Army North (Fifth Army)

Sponsor: Whataburger

The US Army North Float is Courtesy of Whataburger. Fort Sam Houston is home to U.S. Army North and U.S. Army South, the two Army commands responsible for the land defense of the entire western hemisphere as well as for leading the Department of Defense’s support in national emergencies throughout the region. Army units on Fort Sam also

include Installation management Command, the headquarters responsible for the day-to-day operations of U.S. Army installations worldwide, and Mission and Installation Contracting Command, the headquarters responsible for the acquisition of goods and services vital to the Soldier’s mission and well-being around the world, as well as Brooke Army Medical Center, the Army’s only Level 1 Trauma Center, and U.S. Army Medical Command, the headquarters responsible for providing health services support and force health protection to our Soldiers and their families worldwide.

The U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence on Fort Sam Houston trains nearly 30,000 Soldiers in more than 360 medical training and education programs here every year. Trainees include everyone from combat medics, doctors, surgeons, nurses, veterinarians, dentists and physician assistants to aeromedical evacuation pilots, food inspectors, medical technicians, and hospital administrators.

Band: 323D Army Band, Fort Sam’s Own

Participants:

Lieutenant General (LTG) John R. Evans

Ms. Annabelle Evans

Command Sergeant Major (CSM) Jerimiah E. Gan

Ms. Patience Gan

Mrs. Carolyn Evans

Ms. Addison Evans

Mrs. Autumn Gan

Float 19 Fiesta San Antonio Commission – Executive Committee

Sponsor: Bridgehead IT

The Fiesta San Antonio Commission is represented by 2024 President, Richard Sparr.

Established in 1959, the Fiesta San Antonio Commission is a non-profit organization that oversees the coordination of Fiesta San Antonio.

Through support of its participating member organizations, the Fiesta Commission helps present a safe, educational, annual celebration of the diverse heritage, culture and spirit of San Antonio for its residents and visitors.

The Fiesta Commission works year-round to support more than 100 nonprofit organizations that produce Official Fiesta Events.

Fiesta is a celebration of San Antonio’s rich and diverse cultures and is one of the nation’s premier festivals with an estimated economic impact of more than $340 million. More than 2.5 million people participate in Fiesta each year.

Visit Fiesta San Antonio.org

Have Fun. Give Back. VIVA FIESTA!

DJ: Texas Party DJs – DJ Entertainment

Participants:

Richard Sparr + Guest

Jim Mery

Sharon Mery

David Christian

Tracy Christian + 2 Children

JoAnn Boone + Guest

Joe Vela

John Meyer

Kathy De Luan + Guest

Ferne Burney

Steve Rosenauer

Lea Rosenauer

John Buxie

Float 20 Good Samaritan Community Services

Theme: Gateway Arch

Sponsor: Stacy Locke

Good Samaritan Community Services is a non-profit social service agency that has been an anchor supporting San Antonio’s west side for over 72 years. It is supported by funds raised from the Episcopal Diocese and churches, private foundations, corporations, special events, individuals, contracts with the city, state, United Way, AVANCE, and other entities. Good Samaritan actively serves as a place of change and comprehensive services to more than 3,500 individuals and 1,100 families in Central and South Texas to improve their lives and overcome the challenges of poverty.

Band: Aloha with Love

Participants: Dr. Lisa Eversole – Chief Development Officer, Patrice Owens, Victoria Morales, Aulton Davis, Gabriel Fernandez, Vanessa Martin, Julie Gonzales, Chuy – Musician, Lisa – Musician

Float 21 Special Reach

Theme: Universal

Sponsor: Belles & Beaux Children’s Boutique

Special Reach provides year-round dynamic enrichment programs for children with developmental delays and respite for their families. Over 1,200 children attend Special Reach programs, including Friday Party Nights, summer programs, and San Antonio Adventure programs during Thanksgiving, Holiday, and spring breaks. These carefully designed programs ensure that every child, regardless of their ability, has a memorable childhood and that their caregivers receive restorative respite.

DJ: Joel Byrd,Owner, Audio Engineer and DJ for Byrd Sound Productions

Participants: Lily Kirksey, Libby Onwuka, Vinnie Salcido, Vaness Robertson, Samantha Willhoite, Jill Homes, Mikah Lutz, Nicole Wingfield, Joel Byrd – Byrd Sound Productions

Float 22 Visit San Antonio

Theme: Tombstone

Sponsor: CarpenterCarpenter

With so many things to do in San Antonio, preparing for your visit can be overwhelming. Let Visit San Antonio help you plan a trip to San Antonio with ease! We share our favorite things to do, places to eat, and the best ways to experience San Antonio. And you take it from there! Visitsanantonio.com

The River Walk Royal Court, rein over Texas’s #1 tourist attraction, the San Antonio River Walk and represent Visit San Antonio. The court raised over $76,000 to support the San Antonio Hospitality Foundation to provide scholarships to students seeking careers in the field of culinary arts, hospitality, and tourism. Visit San Antonio’s River Walk Operations Department, led by Roslyn Castaneda and holds more than 25 free annual events along the River Walk.

Participants:

King, Lucio “Bo” Vasquez

Queen, Jennifer Monserrat

Prince, Victor Garcia

Princess, Annette Flores

Duke, Chris Griffin

Duchess, Brenda Trevino

Count, Daniel Casillas

Countess, Kristi Waters

Nasybu Fullman

Lynn Fullman

Float 23 The ARC of San Antonio

Sponsor: Regions Bank

The Arc of San Antonio was founded in 1954 by parents who believed their children with IDD deserved more–to be included in their communities and to pursue fulfillment and happiness like everyone else. Since then, The Arc has evolved with the changing needs and issues people with disabilities and their

families face.

DJ: Naybu Fullman

Participants: Mary Young – Director of Adult Life Enrichment, Torshea “Cha” Riley, Brandon Talbot, John Garcia, Kenyatta “Ya” Price, Bernice Brown, Anissa Gonzalez

Float 24 Battle of Flowers Association

Sponsor: Ackerman and Co.

The Battle of Flowers Association is celebrating its 133rd Parade and year. We are the founding event of Fiesta since 1891with the purpose of honoring the heroes of the Alamo, Goliad, and San Jacinto.

The city of San Antonio owes its annual Fiesta to a group of women who started it with the first Battle of Flowers Parade in 1891. Today, The Battle of the Flowers Association – the only all-women, all volunteer organization of its kind continues to present the Battle of Flowers Parade as part of the citywide celebration.

The Battle of Flowers Association’s objective is to teach the history of our state and keep the patriotic traditional of Texas and San Antonio alive. There are 400 active members and many honorary members who volunteer their time to give back to the city and community.

Participants: Nancy Avellar, Helen Meyer, Luci Bell, Barbie Walther, Carrie Lane, Cameron Armstrong

Float 25 Girls Inc.

Theme: Smokey Mountains

Sponsor: Boeing

Girls Inc. of San Antonio is a non-profit organization that was established locally in November 2004 with a mission to inspire all girls to be strong, smart, and bold. Girls, Inc. helps girls ages 6 to 18 grow up healthy, educated and independent.

Girls Inc. of San Antonio puts mission into practice by providing year-round, holistic, compensatory, and intentional programming; focusing on STEM, healthy relationships, sound body image, and college and career readiness.

Participants: Sherry Cook (Chief Operations Officer), Belen Plasencia (Associate Program Manager), Katarina Rendon, Olivia Lott’, Sydney Gomez, Ahriana Robles, Jaydianna Lowery, Marlene Chavez-Lua, Clara Vargas

Float 26 San Antonio German Club

Sponsor: Endeavors

The San Antonio German Club was formed in 1880 by a group of single young men. First known as the Ascension Club, the name was changed in 1890 to the San Antonio German Club following the popularity of a ballroom dance of the era called “the German.”

Since the time of its inception, with the exception of those years interrupted by war, the San Antonio German Club has presented its debutantes during San Antonio’s Social Season.

Participants:

2023 German Club Debutants:

Christian Sloan Basse

Ana Lucia Canseco

Hope Eileen Cheever

Helen Elizabeth Cheever

Sofia Christina Gutierrez

Tatum Elizabeth Kiselis

Sophie Elizabeth Silva

Katalina Lizette Watson

Kelsie Elizabeth Westmoreland

Madeleine Margaret Franke

Carla Ravelo-Szarvas

Peyton Monroe Levy

Float 27 Methodist Healthcare

Sponsor: Methodist Healthcare

As San Antonio’s second largest private employer, Methodist Healthcare provides quality care to children and adult patients in San Antonio and surrounding areas. With ten hospitals, twelve free-standing ER’s, and twenty one urgent care centers around San Antonio, Methodist has continuously evolved to meet the growing needs of South Texans. The commitment of Methodist’s staff and physicians has never wavered in consistently improving the health and wellness of our community by living the health care system’s mission statement of “Serving Humanity to Honor God”.

DJ: DJ Chacho Perez

Participants: Members of the Methodist Healthcare DEI Colleague Networks

Float 28 SJRC (St. Jude’s Ranch for Children) Texas

Theme: Las Vegas

Sponsor: Texas Corvette Association

For over 40 years, SJRC Texas, a 501c3 nonprofit organization, has fulfilled its mission offering healing, hope and a home for the most vulnerable children and families. Since inception, we have served more than 70,000 abandoned, abused, or neglected youth. Each day, our dedicated team ensures that the hundreds of children entrusted to our care within 27 counties receive exceptional therapeutic care along their journey of a brighter future. We provide an array of premier, nationally accredited continuum of care programs, such as: Residential Foster Care, Foster Care and Adoption Services, Reunification and Kinship Services, Community-Based Care, a Parenting and Prevention Program, a Family Resource Center, and Aging Out Services for youth in foster care. Consider helping us make a greater impact for this generation and beyond.

Band: DJ Future Sounds

Participants: Tara Roussett – Chief Executive Officer, Laci Bird, Kyana Beres, Nevetta King, Julia Braun, April Molina, Chris Koval

Float 29 San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Sponsor: Howard Energy Partners

The San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is the first Hispanic Chamber in the United States and the first Hispanic Chamber to be accredited by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Currently, we have 900 plus members. As of April 2024, our new CEO and President is Luis Rodriguez.

DJ: Natalie Ledesma

Participants:

Luis Rodriguez - SAHCC President & CEO

Yvonne Rodriguez

Steve Alaniz - SAHCC 2024 Chair

Melissa Alaniz

Juan Antonio Flores - SAHCC 2025 Chair Elect

Anamaria Suescun-Fast - SAHCC 2026 Chair Elect

Denise Hernandez - SAHCC Immediate Past Chair

Lisa Navarro-Gonzales - SAHCC Board Member

Jasmine Grant - SAHCC Board Member

Patricia Luna - SAHCC Board Member

Jennifer L. Jenks - Delta | Aeromexico

Jennifer L. Jenks GUEST - Delta | Aeromexico

Kanye Harris - Delta | Aeromexico

Kanye Harris GUEST - Delta | Aeromexico

Letty Gonzales - SAHCC Board Member

Letty Gonzales - GUEST

Float 30 Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas

Theme: Everglades

Sponsor: National Associate of Women Business Owners, NAWBO

Million Up Members

As the oldest continuously operating children’s charity exclusively serving girls in the region, 2024 marks the 100-year anniversary of Girl Scouts of Southwest

Texas. Girl Scouts builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.

Band: Mariachi Angeles del Cielo

Participants:

Major General Angie Salinas (USMC, Retired)

Rachel Sherman – Girl Board Chair, 2024-2025

Victoria Rivera – 2023 Top Cookie Seller, sold 5076 packages of Girl Scout Cookies

Amaya Hill – Independently registered Girl Scout

Amani Taylor – Troop 00922

Cynthia M. Harlow-Cepeda, owner and musician accompanied by her group Mariachi Angeles Del Cielo

Float 31 The Order of the Alamo

Sponsor: Nelson Puett Foundation

Representing the Order of the Alamo, Her Gracious Majesty Peggy Autenrieth Johnson (Paige) and Her Royal Highness Margaret McCloskey Kelleher (Maggie) of Court of the Magic of Morocco.

The Order of the Alamo has crowned a Queen and Princess to preside over the Royal Fiesta Court every year, excluding The War Years & the Covid 19 Pandemic, since its founding in 1909. Queen Paige and Princess Maggie are the 108th Queen and Princess to reign over San Antonio’s Fiesta celebrations.

The Order of the Alamo’s mission its members and the public generally in the history of the Independence of Texas and perpetuating the memory of the Battle of San Jacinto by having an annual ceremony in Bexar County.

Participants:

Her Gracious Majesty Peggy Autenrieth Johnson (Paige), Queen of the Court of the Magic of Morocco

Her Royal Highness Margaret McCloskey Kelleher (Maggie), Princess of the Court of the Magic of Morocco

Prime Minister, James Parker Winton (Parker)

William A. Johnson (Bill), Father of the Queen

Prince, William Joseph McDonough III (Will)

David N. Kelleher, Father of the Princess

Float 32 USS San Antonio

Theme: USS San Antonio

Sponsor: Luther King Capital Management

The USS San Antonio is a Landing Platform Dock - LPD 17. It was named by former San Antonio native and US Navy Secretary John Dalton and commissioned in 2006. The warship measures 100’ x 700’ and has a crew of 300 sailors and officers and additionally a battalion of 800 US Marines. Tres Kleberg and Jim Berg comprise the Commissioning Committee as sponsors of the barge and are very proud to exhibit the ~20’ replica of USS San Antonio for its maiden voyage down the San Antonio River. It will appear annually.

Band: Luce Amen – performer, composer of “Viva Fiesta” also singing “Anchors Away”.

Participants:

Captain Shane Marchesi, Commanding Officer (CO)

CDR Raffaele A. Giarnella, Jr., Executive Officer (XO)

Machinist Mate, Jordan Archer

Ensign, Regina Gulli

Hull Maintenance Tech., Robert Owings

Hospital Corpsman, Sidney Wilson

Float 33 National Pan-Hellenic Council – Sororities

Theme: Seattle Space Needle

Sponsor: Sharpe Pools

The NPHC also known as the DIVINE 9 is a collective organization that brings together historically Black Greek organizations i.e. fraternities and sororities These Organizations play a significant role in, scholarship service to the community and social change to the community as a whole. The sororities

featured on the float are Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Zeta Phi Beta sorority, Delta Sigma Theta and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sororities.

Band: The Tailpipes, Frank Berlingis

Participants:

Arianna Farmington, Sigma Gamma Rho Journayia Dixon, Zeta Phi Beta

Float 34 San Antonio Humane Society

Theme: Times Square

Sponsor: Elliott Pride Family Foundation

For over 70 years, the San Antonio Humane Society (SAHS) has been a pillar of service to our community. In 2023, the new Leeu Naylor Building completed over 15,000 spay and neuter specialty surgeries. The cherished tradition of El Rey Fido, originating in 2002, has transformed form a pun on Fiesta Royalty into an annual fundraising competition. This event raises tens of thousands of dollars each year, providing vital support for numerous dogs and cats in San Antonio.

Participants: El Rey Fido XXII, Prince/Princess of the Food Bowl, Duke/ Duchess of the Chew Toy, Duke/Duchess of the Fire Hydrant, Knight/Lady of the Royal Court, Andrea Mancillas, Jessical Kenkel, Chelsea Contreras, Kalista Garza

Float 35 Rey Feo 75 – John McFadden

Sponsor: Texas Wilson

Here is Rey Feo LXXV (75), John McFadden, the People’s King for Fiesta 2024, with members of his court. There are four retired senior Officers on the Royal Court this year. John is the first Active Duty Military Retiree to become Rey Feo. La Reina Linda X is Stephanie Garcia.

The Rey Feo Scholarship Foundation, a 501c3 non-profit organization, has raised over $7 million for scholarships given to over 3,000 students with 100 students presently receiving $2,000 for books and tuition.

Participants:

John McFadden, Rey Feo 75

Royal Contessa, Leslie McFadden

La Reina X, Linda Garcia

Mr. Louis Garcia

Prime Minister, Allison Reyes

Executive Minister, Jon Fristoe

Education Minister, Karrie Fristoe

Day Minister, Abe Luna

Administrative Minister, Ronnie Suarez

Mrs. Stephanie Suarez

Finance Minister, Stephanie Nemec

Mr. Kevin Nemec

Military Minister, Chris Medley

Mrs. Liz Medley

Events Minister, Ms. Maria Ramirez

Night Minister, Mr. Jeff Carlson

Mrs. Paula Carson

Float 36 Animal Defense League

Theme: Statue of Liberty

Sponsor: North Park Subaru

Round of a-PAWS for the Animal Defense League of Texas!

Proudly celebrating their 90th anniversary, ADL has been saving the lives of thousands of pets in San Antonio and the surrounding areas since 1934.

Visit ADLTexas.org to learn how to adopt, donate, foster, and volunteer!

The Animal Defense League of Texas takes in rescued cats and dogs, provides medical treatment, nutrition, and shelter in a safe, live release facility until they are matched with their forever families. Through community education and empowerment, we advocate for truly responsible pet ownership.

Supported by contributions and directed by a volunteer board, the League provides programs and services which strengthen the bond between animals and people. Through grassroots advocacy, education and rescue, the organization is the leading voice for dogs and cats in crisis.

Participants:

Animal Defense League Participants:

Rachelle Garza, Chief People Officer

Felicia Nino, Director of Marketing and Development

Barbara Rapelye

Caterina Gutierrez

Claudia Gomez, Marketing Coordinator

North Park Subaru Staff:

Stephen Markham, General Manager

Jeannette Garza, Marketing Business Development Manager

Phil Larson

Carolina Sanchez

Float 37 Purple Up USA

Sponsor: Texas Capital Bank

Military Children of San Antonio

Purple Up USA celebrates the military child today and EVERYDAY! We share information and resources that support them. April is the Month of the Military Child and we recognize them for all that they do. They serve, too! CAMO, the Purple Up USA Mascot, is a chameleon whose name stands for Children Adapting to Military Operations. Purple Up!

Band: Military Children of San Antonio

Participants:

Military Children from the San Antonio Community

CAMO, the Purple Up USA Mascot

Float 38 Fiesta Flambeau Parade Association

Theme: Smithsonian

Sponsor: RTM Construction Co. Ltd.

The Fiesta Flambeau Parade Association is celebrating its 76th anniversary. The Flambeau Parade is the largest Illuminated Night Parade in the country. Our 2024 theme is Lotsa Loteria. More than 750,000 happy fans line the 3-mile parade route, with another 1.25 million watching the broadcast. A great combination of floats, bands and dance groups will bring lights, music and fun to the streets. The UT Longhorns lead the parade on April 27, starting at 7 pm.

DJ: “DJ Bling” - Cindy Segura

Participants: James Fenimore - President, Darlene Fenimore, Wesley Fenimore, Winston Fenimore, Stacey Fenimore, Madylin Fenimore

Float 39 Trinity University

Theme: Liberty Bell

Sponsor: 1900 Wealth

Trinity University, located in the heart of San Antonio and led by President Vanessa B. Beasley, is one of the nation’s premier universities. Trinity was recently ranked as one of the top 100 colleges in America and #4 in the state.

Interesting Facts:

1. San Antonio’s Trinity University, led by President Vanessa B. Beasley, is one of the nation’s premier universities.

2. Trinity University was recently ranked as one of the top 100 colleges in America.

3. Trinity University was ranked #4 in the state and the best small college in Texas by Niche.

4. Trinity University is among the top colleges in the nation for creating leaders by TIME Magazine.

5. Within six months of graduation, 98% of Trinity’s graduates of the Class of 2023 were employed, interning, engaged in a service opportunity, or enrolled in graduate school.

Participants:

Megan Mustain-Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

Nadia Islam-President of the Trinity University Alumni Association Board

Brandi Jones -Vice President for Inclusive Engagement

Rubén Dupertuis-Dean: School of Arts and Humanities

David Ribble-Dean: D. R. Semmes School of Science

Nels Christiansen-Dean: School of Social Science and Civic Engagement

Robert Scherer- Dean: Neidorff School of Business

Celeste Mendoza-Assistant Vice President for Alumni Relations and Development

Float 40 San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo

Sponsor: Surtierra Tequila

The San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo has grown to be one of the largest, most prestigious single events in the city of San Antonio, with approximately 1.3 million visitors entering the fairgrounds each year. The success of the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo is attributed to over 6,000 volunteers who give countless hours to the organization.

The San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo is a NON-PROFIT – Mission is to “Help educate the Youth of Texas” and is celebrating 75 years in 2024. Since inception the rodeo has impacted over 1 MILLION Texas youth and given away $255 million in scholarships, grants, livestock auction and endowments.

DJ: Brad Narduchi – Rodeo Music Engineer

Participants:

Cody Davenport, CEO

David White, President

12 Volunteers

Float 41 University of the Incarnate Word

Theme: One World Trade Center

Sponsor: University of the Incarnate Word

Aboard the float today are UIW student leaders including members of the cheer team, some student-athletes and members of the student government association. Of course, no celebration is complete without Red the Cardinal! It is wonderful to see them all here today.

UIW is a recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution located right in the heart of San Antonio, literally at the headwaters of the San Antonio River where all of this river magic begins. The University was recently voted Best University in the nation for its service to our nation’s veterans by Military Times magazine in its annual Best for Vets rankings. More than 20% of UIW students are somehow military connected.

UIW has over ten thousand students at its various San Antonio campuses and two campuses in Mexico and UIW set a record this year for its largest firsttime-in college class in its 140 year history.

Participants:

Beni Resendiz, SGA President

Red the Cardinal

Members of the Cheer Team (3) SGA Student Leader

Campus Activities Board member

Football/Band Member

Float 42 Fiesta San Antonio Commission - Royalty

Theme: Hollywood

Sponsor: Bud Light/Silver Eagle Beverages

The Miss Fiesta / Official Fiesta Queens Float is represented by 2024 Miss Fiesta, Ciara Davila.

Joining her tonight is:

Reina de la Feria de las Flores

Teen Queen

Charro Queen

Queen of Soul

Miss San Antonio

Visit Fiesta San Antonio Dot Org. Viva Fiesta!

Established in 1959, the Fiesta San Antonio Commission is a non-profit organization that oversees the coordination of Fiesta San Antonio.

Through support of its participating member organizations, the Fiesta Commission helps present a safe, educational, annual celebration of the diverse heritage, culture and spirit of San Antonio for its residents and visitors.

The Fiesta Commission works year-round to support more than 100 nonprofit organizations that produce Official Fiesta Events.

More than 2.5 million people participate in Fiesta each year. Fiesta contributes more than $340 million to the local economy.

Have Fun. Give Back. VIVA FIESTA!

DJ: Texas Party DJs – DJ Entertainment

Participants:

Miss Fiesta – Ciara Davila

Miss Fiesta Runner Up – Victoria De Leon

La Reina de la Feria de las Flores – Alexandria Werthman

Queen of Soul – London Nikol Keiler

Charro Queen – Annika Chapa

Miss San Antonio – Katya Lopez

Teen Queen – Ryan Scrimpshire

Miss Fiesta Escort - Kathleen Whittle

DJ, plus speakers

Float 43 San Antonio Zulu Association

Theme: Miami Beach

Sponsor: Mission Medical

The San Antonio Zulu Association was formally organized in 1976 as a social, civic, non-profit, and benevolent organization. There were ten founding members; and in 1978, the organization was chartered with the State of Texas with twelve signatories.

In 1979, the organization began what eventually became an annual family-style picnic celebrating “Juneteenth” (Texas announcement of the Emancipation Proclamation on June 19, 1865). The organization held these annual picnics at Carmargo Park (formerly Pablo’s Grove), and gained a faithful following, mainly from military and civilian personnel at Kelly and Lackland Air Force Bases. The San Antonio Zulu Association is the producer of A Taste of New Orleans, the annual Mardi Gras event, and benefactors of an annual scholarship fund and also donate to many organizations across San Antonio.

Band: Bill Ray Sheppard and the Main Event Band

Participants:

Clint Washington

Leroy Sance, BOD

Robby Turner

Tramel Brown

Gary Martin

Richard James

Float 44 Catholic Charities

Theme: Golden Gate Bridge

Sponsor: Papa Johns

Catholic Charities was established in 1941 and it serves as the social service arm of the San Antonio Archdiocese. It coordinates archdiocesan welfare programs centering servicing the most needy families and children. Last year, CCAOSA provided 588,476 services in 2023. Catholic Charities believes in selfless service to others with dignity and respect.

Participants: Antonio Fernandez – CEO, Tanya Fernandez, Elise Fernandez, Gladys Gonzales – Chief Operating Officer, Armando Medina – Board

President, Lupita Medina, Michelle Cammack

Float 45 Clarity Child Guidance Center

Theme: Coney Island

Sponsor: DOCUmation

Clarity Child Guidance Center is the only nonprofit mental health treatment center for kids ages 3 to 17 in South Texas. Their staff of children’s mental health professionals is the largest in the region. When a child is in crisis, they work with families to get much needed treatment regardless of their ability to pay.

Clarity’s legacy dates to 1886 when thirteen concerned women founded an orphanage for children who had been abandoned or neglected by society. Over the years, it was noticed that the children who most often lived at the orphanage throughout their entire childhood years were those experiencing mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. The agency evolved over several decades, focusing more on those children’s needs. Clarity CGC’s vision is that every child and family who needs their services receives their services.

DJ: Richard Gutin – Puttin’ on the Hitz

Participants:

Gina Massey – VP Human Resources

Dr. Caprica Wells – CCGC Board Member

Collette McQuiston – Human Resources

Jesse Alvarado – Nurse Practitioner

Angelica Nanez – Outpatient Clinician

Joann Palacio – Mental Health

Monica Sanchez – Patient Billing Speciliast

Stephanie Pena – Clinical Manager

Richard Gutin – DJ – Puttin’ on the Hitz

Float 46 Conservation Society of San Antonio

Theme: Yellowstone

Sponsor: Mission Restaurant Supply

Celebrating its 100-year anniversary, The Conservation Society of San Antonio is one of the nation’s oldest preservation organizations dedicated to protecting San Antonio’s historic character since 1924. April 23rd through April 27th, the Conservation Society hosts “NIOSA” which help continue the mission “Making History by Saving History”.

Participants:

Patricia Seidenburger, BOD, 2nd Vice President

Mark Kusey, BOD, 3rd Vice President

Leticia Diaz, BOD, 5th Vice President

Kay Hindes

Stella De La Garza

Float 47 Make-a-Wish Central and South Texas

Theme: Disney

Sponsor: Friends of Make-A-Wish Central and South Texas Make-A-Wish creates life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. We’re on a quest to bring every eligible child’s wish to life, because wishes are an integral part of a child’s treatment journey. Research shows children who have wished granted can build physical and emotional strength needed to fight a critical illness.

Participants:

Monroe May

Jeri May

Lorena Kieser

Wish Kid – Michael

Wish Parent, Michael, Sr.

Wish Parent, Andrea

Wish Kid, Alexis

Wish Parent, Rachelle

Wish Parent, Richard

Float 48 Centro San Antonio

Sponsor: Block by Block

Since 1999, Centro has provided cleaning & hospitality services for the Public Improvement District (PID) in Downtown San Antonio. The Centro Ambassadors, represented by their signature Centro yellow guayaberas, work 7 days a week, 365 days a year to create one of the cleanest and safest downtowns in the US.

Participants:

Rose Daniels, Catherine Martinez, Elizabeth DuBois, Ruby Johnson, Nicole Hulbert, Stef Toliver, Roman Woodman, Melvin Gilmore, Mark Moran, Ludo Brusa, Fred Reyna, Robert Eaton, Mike Pacheco, Rob McCorkl, Jacqueline Lucio, Trish DeBerry

Float 49 Project Mend

Theme: Fenway/Wrigley

Sponsor: Steves & Sons

Believing that mobility and independence are basic human rights, Project MEND promotes the health and self-sufficiency of people living with disabilities or life-altering illness by providing the refurbishment, reuse and distribution of medical equipment and other assistive technology.

For over 30 years, Project MEND has a rich history rooted deep in San Antonio. Founded in 1992 by Murlin Johnson (1936-2007) and formally incorporated in 1993 as a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, Project MEND, also known as the “Medical Equipment Network for those with Disabilities,” has been providing for the home medical equipment and assistive technology needs of persons with disabilities in San Antonio and around Texas.

Band: Patsy Torres

Participants:

Kristy Walston – Chief Development Officer

Patsy Torres

David Lucero

Krystal Nerio - BOD

Bill Phillips – BOD, Vice Chair

Cathy Valdez – Ex-Officio, Board of Directors

Dexter Moon - COO

Barbara Garza – Finance Manager

Cassie Guerrero – Community Engagement Coordinator

Float 50 Beethoven Männerchor

Sponsor: Landry’s Inc.

Founded in San Antonio in 1867, the Beethoven Maennerchor is the oldest German singing society in the western U.S. located at 422 Pereida St. in the King William District.

The “Beethoven Dance Band” is always a big hit in the outdoor Biergarten at the Beethoven Maennerchor. The band performs during Fiesta, Oktoberfest and monthly Garden Concerts and other special events. Their repertoire includes classic German beer hall tunes and other pop music.

Band: Beethoven Männerchor Dance Band

Particpants: Members of the Beethoven Dance Band

Float 51 First Tee Golf of Greater San Antonio

Theme: Augusta National

Sponsor: Guido Materials

First Tee – Greater San Antonio enables kids to build the strength of character which empowers them through a lifetime of new challenges. By seamlessly integrating the game of golf with the life skills curriculum, we create learning experiences that build inner strength, self-confidence and resilience.

Participants: Brody Albertson, Fox Rodriguez, Jules Mahan, Sasha Williams, Tristyn Myrick, Timothy Petter, Josiah Reyna

Float 52 Will Smith Zoo School

Theme: San Antonio Zoo

Sponsor: Elliott Pride Family Foundation

Will Smith Zoo School is dedicated to cultivating innovative, resilient, and compassionate children who value living things and natural resources and who develop a relationship with nature through high quality, child-driven experiences involving enriched play, problem-solving and risk-taking. Our students will impact the world by helping to secure a future for wildlife.

The Zoo School is next to the San Antonio Zoo in the old Sunshine Cottage Campus

San Antonio Zoo’s vision is to secure a future for wildlife here in Texas and around the world. The zoo is home to Will Smith Zoo School, the nation’s largest nature-based preschool, celebrating its 6th year teaching our future conservationists at is LEED Platinum-certified campus.

Partipants: Will Smith Zoo School staff members

Float 53 Alamo Community College District

Theme: Denali

Sponsor: Alamo Colleges District

The Alamo Colleges District is the largest provider of higher education in South Texas with more than 72,000+ students taking credit, workforce, and continuing education courses annually. We serve Bexar County and beyond with a family of five colleges, eight education and training centers, AlamoONLINE, Early College High Schools (ECHS), and Pathways in Technology Early College High Schools (P-TECH).

But it’s more than its size that sets them apart. The Alamo Colleges offers the most affordable education in South Texas, with more than 350+ programs of study. Its AlamoPROMISE program provides tuition-free college to high school students across Bexar County. And its Advocacy Centers at each college help with needs such as food insecurity, clothing, childcare, counseling and more.

The Alamo Colleges are truly developing groundbreaking futures across our community, with the recent completion of 24 projects part of the 2017 bond that will educate and train students in high-wage, high-demand fields such as STEM and Health Sciences.

As a testament to its dedication to student success and performance excellence, the Alamo Colleges was the first community college system in the nation to receive the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award in 2018. Last year, the Alamo Colleges was recertified as a 2023 Leader College of Distinction by Achieving the Dream, a national nonprofit dedicated to advancing community colleges as hubs of equity and mobility in their communities.

Search for the academic and career program Made For You at alamo.edu

Participants: Alamo College students and Board of Trustees

Float 54 Believe It Foundation

Sponsor: Believers for Believe It Foundation

Founded in 2008 by Andrew McAllister, the Believe It Foundation helps enrich the lives of physically- challenged children with the inclusion of these children in the lives of their peers who do not face the same challenges through adaptive bikes in schools (currently over 250 bikes are in schools), summer camp and other active inclusion programs (including newly started Believe it Run.)

Participants:

Andrew McAllister, Founder

David McAllister

Paige Calhoun

Kase Calhoun

Bruce Hill

Sally Turby

Davey Turpin

Charlie Acock

Kelle Acock

Xavier Sanchez, BOD

Miguel Salazar

Ross Ormond, BOD

Whitney Ormond

Hughes Ormond

William McGinnis

Elise McGinnis

Float 55 United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County

Theme: Johnson Space Center

Sponsor: Zachry Group

United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County has driven generational change in our city for 83 years, investing in programs that drive meaningful, lasting change in the community. Together with over 400 local companies, over 80 nonprofits, thousands of volunteers, we empower our community’s children, students, individuals and families. We also operate the 2-1-1 Helpline, which is available for free, 24/7 for anyone seeking assistance with food insecurity, affordable housing, child care and much more. United Way helps prepare young children for life, give students the resources they need to succeed, strengthen families and individuals, and provide a safety net of social services to people in crisis. By solving our community’s most critical issues, we can remove barriers to success, promote economic stability and make San Antonio a better place to live and live united.

Participants:

Kathryn Camacho

Domino Gonzales – Chief Marketing Officer

Karen Martinez

Kevin Femmel – PR and Communications

Amanda Faz

Jennifer Quntero – Volunteer Center

Brianna Mendez

Glenn Lucado – Chief Development Officer

Kasi McCormick – Women United

Float 56 Texas A&M San Antonio

Theme: Key West

Sponsor: Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry

Texas A&M University-San Antonio is a comprehensive four-year public university that reflects the culturally diverse, heritage-rich community it serves. Situated on nearly 700 acres in South San Antonio, the University offers 37undergraduate degrees and 19 graduate degrees to more than 7,300 students. The University holds the Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) designation and is one of only 30 higher education institutions in the U.S. to have received the Seal of Excelencia certification from Excelencia in Education for its support of Latino student success.

DJ: DJ Tonyc

Participants:

Mascot – General the Jaguar

TX A&M – SA Spirit Team

TX A&M – SA Royalty

TX A&M – Student Government Association

Float 57 Sheriff Javier Salazar, Sheriff’s Office Mariachi

Band and Joe Cruz

Sponsor: Chilton Real Estate Management

Band: Sheriff’s Office Mariachi Band

Participants:

Sheriff Javier Salazar, Joe Cruz & family

Texas Cavalier Members

Remembering our who have passed since the 2023 River Parade

Sidney

John Bakke III

Bill Cothren

Bo McAllister

Larry Biedenharn

Ed R Frnka

Charles Parish, Jr.

Bud Urrutia

Ricks Wilson, Sr.

Bill Wyatt, Jr.

Triple Fuhrmann

Bartlett Cocke, Jr.

J. Francis II

WILLIAM NGUYEN Finalist

City Council District #2

5th Grade, Camelot Elementary School

Art Teacher: Crystal Bellows

Principal: Wilma Payne

SANTIAGO ROADMAN

Finalist

City Council District #1

4th Grade, Bonham Academy

Art Teacher: Morgan Oliver

Principal: Christopher Herrera

MIABELLA BEENE Finalist

City Council District #7

5th Grade, Steubing Elementary

Art Teacher: Renee Porter

Principal: Latia Bishop

ANGIE MONTOYA Finalist

City Council District #5

5th Grade, Roosevelt Dual Language Academy

Art Teacher: Elizabeth San Miguel

Principal: Martha Esquivel

BLAKE WENZ

Finalist

Bexar County At-Large

5th Grade, Bulverde Creek Elementary

Art Teacher: Lila Owens

Principal: Daryn Polanco

SCARLETT ISAAC Finalist

City Council District #10

5th Grade, Woodridge Elementary

Art Teacher: Anika Blanco

Principal: Gerrie Spellmann

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FIESTA

To the men and women of the military of the United States of America:

On behalf of The Texas Cavaliers, it is my privilege and honor to welcome each one of you to the 79th Annual Texas Cavalier River Parade. You are our most honored guests. The Texas Cavaliers enjoy a strong and proud relationship with all the branches of the U.S. Military and that relationship has always been a cornerstone of our organization since its inception.

The Texas Cavaliers recognize the extraordinary sacrifices that each of you and your families have made to serve our nation. We realize that you are not recognized in relation to the impact of your service to our country and the freedoms we take for granted. We understand and appreciate that many of you have missed significant and important occasions in your lives as the result of your military commitments and obligations. We honor those costs of service and sacrifice.

Our organization acknowledges your many sacrifices as extraordinary and indicative of your faithful service and that your military commitment to our country is a great calling in life. Your sacrifice grants us the freedom to live in a secure and sovereign land.

While your story and reasons for serving may go untold in many corners of this world, your passionate patriotism and selfless service to protect our way of life and our freedom will never be forgotten. Please know that heroes such as yourselves do not have to speak to be heard, and rarely do our service men and women tell their own stories. However, your actions, sacrifices, and pain are captured and manifested in the most enduring and patriotic image of our great nation – the flag of the United States of America. For your service, we thank you, words which are wholly inadequate, but be it forever known that every member of The Texas Cavaliers thanks you, salutes you and honors you for your patriotic service to this great nation.

On behalf of all The Texas Cavaliers and their families, welcome to The Texas Cavaliers River Parade!

Viva Fiesta!

Paul A. Rohlfs, Jr. Commander of the Texas Cavaliers

For the men and women who serve in our Armed Forces - especially those wounded in defense of our nation - The gratitude and support of our community are essential parts of our soldiers returning home.

The Texas Cavaliers military Fiesta began in 2003 and is now in its 22nd year. Originally for Wounded Warriors and their families, the program has been extended to other active-duty members and their families while continuing to work closely with the Warrior and Family Support Center.

Over 1,500 active-duty service members and their families are expected to attend this year’s Military Fiesta. Our guests include wounded, ill and injured service members through the USO Warrior and Family Support Center and the Wounded Warrior Project - along with their families and caregivers. Also in attendance tonight are fellow military personnel from Fort Sam Houston, Lackland AFB, Randolph Air Force Base as well as students from Fort Sam Houston Independent School District, Lackland Independent School District, and Randolph Field Independent School District.

In addition to tickets, the military members are provided pre-parade entertainment, a delicious meal courtesy of Whataburger, sodas and bottled water graciously donated by St. Anthony Hotel and Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages, delicious ice cream provided by Blue Bell Creameries and an official 2024 King’s medal. For the 22nd consecutive year, IBC bank has graciously provided their Plaza to accommodate this year’s Military Fiesta Program.

This important program was made possible by the continued support of the following corporate underwriters and sponsors:

Diamond Cavalier Title Sponsor: Whataburger

River City Ambassador Sponsors:

Mary West and Richard Traylor DOCUmation

Program Sponsor: IBC

Blue

Endeavors is proud to serve those who have served us.

Our veteran-focused programs offer a multitude of services to eligible Veterans and their families, including:

emergency financial assistance

mental health resources

rapid re-housing services, and more

2,100+ Veterans served in 2023

Endeavors’ Veteran Supportive Services works with multiple programs/funders with varying eligibility requirements.

Some requirements may include low-income status, discharge status, housing situation.

GENERATING MORE THAN $116 MILLION FOR UNITED WAY SINCE 2018

SERVING OVER 580,000 VOLUNTEER HOURS SINCE 2018

Valero.com At Valero, we know tomorrow is built on the actions we take today.

BEHIND THE SCENES

At Porter Loring Mortuaries, we believe the brightest futures are cultivated with a deep respect for the past. We are proud to support the Texas Cavaliers as they invest in the future of our community by embracing our nation’s rich history. ¡VIVA America!

TEXAS CAVALIERS FIRST RESPONDERS PROGRAM

The First Responders Program was launched in 2011 to honor and thank the hardworking men and women of local police and fire departments who risk their lives to protect ours. Each year, using donations from companies and individuals that share our immense gratitude for their service, we purchase and distribute River Parade tickets to active members and their families of the SAPD, SAFD, Bexar County Sheriff’s Dept. Regional DPS and Park Police, as well as honorees of The 100 Club.

Guido Materials

Bright Events

Porter Loring Family

Holt Group

Contributing Sponsors

Luther King Capital Management

Centro San Antonio

Kelly Wade Jewelers

SurTierra Tequila

Haynes and Boone LLP

Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages

Food & Beverage Sponsor

Papa Johns

IF F I ESTA LANDS YOU IN THE ER

WE’LL GET YOU BACK IN THE SPIRIT WITH A NEIGHBORHOOD ER NEAR YOU

• 24/7 emergency care with minimal wait times

• On-site imaging for your convenience

• Pediatric friendly services for kids

• Physicians and staff with extensive emergency experience

• Seamless referrals to a Methodist hospital, if needed

• Registration, care and discharge performed in private rooms

Methodist Healthcare is a proud sponsor of the Texas Cavaliers River Parade Art Contest Program.

Learn more at SAHealth.com/ER

Our ER locations:

Methodist Hospital Methodist Children’s Hospital Methodist Hospital | Metropolitan Methodist Hospital | Northeast Methodist Hospital | Specialty and Transplant Methodist Hospital | Stone Oak Methodist Hospital | Texsan Methodist Hospital | Atascosa Methodist Hospital | Landmark Methodist Hospital | Hill Country Methodist ER | Boerne Methodist ER | Converse Methodist ER | Westover Hills Methodist ER | Alamo Heights Methodist ER | De Zavala Rd. Methodist ER | Legacy Trails Methodist ER | Nacogdoches Rd. Methodist ER | Helotes Methodist ER | City Base Methodist ER | New Braunfels

Presenting Sponsor

Bill Hinchey, MD

Bronze Level

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The Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation Board of Trustees believes that every dollar donated to the Foundation should go directly toward children in need. To that end, the Board produces an annual golf tournament to directly offset operating expenses and support annual giving. We gratefully recognize are sponsors for their ongoing generous support of children charities and we thank our volunteers and participants.

Remember, it’s not about golf—it’s about the kids!

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Dear River Parade Guests,

Welcome to the 2024 Texas Cavaliers Fiesta River Parade! Tonight’s spectacular parade would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors, charitable partners, and all who are here to party with us. Fiesta commemorates San Antonio’s history, culture, and the many ethnicities that make our city unique. Your contributions to the Texas Cavaliers River Parade and Charitable Foundation are helping us make a positive, long-lasting impact on the lives of children in need across Bexar County.

Heartfelt thanks to River Parade Marshal Jonathan Dear, who along with his hardworking team of over 100 Cavalier volunteers, have put literally thousands of hours into planning tonight’s parade saluting “Great American Landmarks.” This remarkable parade is more than a colorful and patriotic celebration of festive music and dance with vibrant costumes and decorations. Net proceeds from the parade help fund children’s charities through the non-profit Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation (TCCF). This year, King Antonio Scott Christy is distributing $1 million to 63 children’s charities!

King Antonio also delivered cash and pledges totaling $7.5 million to the Alamo Trust, Inc. – in fulfillment of the Texas Cavaliers’ pledge of $5 million for the new Texas Cavaliers Education Center at the Alamo, plus another $2.5 million from Susan Naylor and the Will Smith Foundation.

Since its inception in 1989, the TCCF has donated $18 million to charities that are providing healing, education, recreation, and hope to children suffering from chronic health conditions, poverty, disabilities, abuse, and other hardships. By joining us along the banks of our beautiful river tonight, you are partnering with us in changing children’s lives, and we thank you.

Our Fiesta River Parade is the primary source of funding for the TCCF, along with gifts from Cavaliers and friends in the community to ensure that the critical funding we provide will continue in perpetuity. With expertise and prudent oversight, the TCCF Board of Trustees and our team of trusted advisors guide our investments and scrupulously vet each grant applicant.

Visit our website, www.texascavaliers.org and click on “Charitable Foundation” if you’d like to continue to partner with us and make our community a compassionate place for children to thrive.

And now let the festivities begin!

VIVA FIESTA AND THE TEXAS CAVALIERS!

Jeff Bailey • President Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation

A BIG THANK YOU!

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Texas Cavaliers salute Susan Naylor and The Will Smith Foundation for their incredible support in helping the children of San Antonio.

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For years, Wave Healthcare has helped our patients attend the Battle of Flowers parade. Now for the first time, our Wave kiddos are attending the Texas Cavaliers River Parade!

It is our honor to help sponsor this year’s event, and our privilege to help bring the artistry and fun of this parade to life for these little ones and their families in a safe, accessible way.

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BE INSPIRED BY THE RIVER PARADE AND SHOW US YOUR PHOTOS!

With colorful floats making their way down the San Antonio River, you’re bound to capture a picture perfect moment. Share that special photo with us and you could be the winner of the highly coveted King’s Guard Medal, a King’s pin, and a King’s Military Challenge Coin!

HOW TO ENTER:

1. Post your photo from this year’s river parade on Facebook or Instagram.

2. Tag @TXCavaliers and include one of the hashtags below!

3. After the parade our panel of judges will pick their favorite photo and the winner gets to take home the King’s Guard Medal, a King’s pin, a King’s Military Challenge Coin and, of course, bragging rights!

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Celebrating and supporting all the communities of San Antonio drives us to Fiesta. All year long! Viva SAN ANTONIO!

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Here to celebrate the gowns and the crowns. Also chicken on a stick.

We’re proud to support the Texas Cavaliers.

¡Viva Fiesta!

Celebrating a Decade in the Spotlight

As The Tobin Center for the Performing Arts marks its 10th anniversary, we invite you to partake in a celebration that transcends the ordinary.

O ering a captivating lineup of diverse performances from enthralling ballets to cutting-edge theatrical productions, The Tobin Center stands as a beacon of artistic excellence in the heart of downtown San Antonio.

Members of The Tobin Center enjoy priority access, exclusive member events, and bespoke services that enhance every visit.

For tickets and membership inquiries, please visit us at tobincenter.org

GENERATIONS OF SAN ANTONIANS ENJOY A SHARED RECOLLECTION OF CHERISHED MEMORIES THAT ARE UNIQUELY SAN ANTONIO.

¡VIVA AMOR 2024!—the 133rd Battle of Flowers Parade celebrates our San Antonio story. From a first family picnic in Brackenridge Park to the Quinceañera where a little girl suddenly blossoms into a young lady, San Antonio rests deep in our collective soul like no other place in the world. And music is Amor as the 88th Battle of Flowers Band Festival rocks Alamo Stadium with 4,000 high school students playing from the heart.

(Pictured left to right) Cameron Armstrong,Vice President—Oratorical; Barbie Walther, Vice President—Band Festival; Betsy Zachry, President; Luci Bell, Vice President—Parade

For over 75 years, The RK Group has continued to elevate the art of hospitality with catering, tenting, decor and more. Whether you’re orchestrating an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, we have everything you need to ensure your next fiesta is a success!

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The RK Group is a proud sponsor of the Texas Cavaliers River Parade

Steves & Sons Congratulates

Scott Christy

For receiving the honor of being King Antonio CI and carrying out the mission of the Texas Cavaliers to help fund and support hundreds of children’s charities and organizations.

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Thank you to the following Adopt-a-Charity Donors. This program will distribute grants to the children’s charities listed below

Visit our web link today at http://tinyurl.com/TCCFAAC to Adopt-a-Charity.

CHARITY INDEX

Each year, AVANCE - San Antonio serves more than 1,500 parents and children through our innovative dual-generation education model. With a history spanning over 50 years, we are dedicated to improving school readiness and fostering parental success in our community.

Learn more about our programs and how you can support at avancesa.org

Thank you, Texas Cavaliers, for your generous support of AVANCE - San Antonio’s Parent-Child Education Program.

Enriching the lives of physically challenged children through the inclusion of those children in the lives and experiences of those who do not face the same limitations. Find out more about us using the QR code below.

PEDIATRIC THERAPY | PRESCHOOL | EDUCATION ADVOCACY

Brighton is San Antonio’s largest non-profit providing direct services to 4,000 children yearly, with a focus on ages 0 to 8 years of age with disabilities and developmental delays. We believe that we have the right combination of the right services at the right time to give children every opportunity they need to build a strong foundation for success in school and in life.

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CAM’s Mission Statement:

CAM provides many items to meet clients’ immediate physical needs while also addressing the needs of the mind and soul. Every person who comes to CAM, regardless of beliefs, is considered a child of God. Help is extended to all clients, including over 14,000 children, through the distribution of food, clothing, financial assistance, or by referrals to other agencies, prayer and a listening ear.

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To share the love of Christ by providing immediate assistance and encouragement to people in crisis. Follow Us on www.cam-sa.org

RESTORING HOPE.

"Sharing a meal with loving people who are genuinely interested in your life allows broken individuals the opportunity to experience the warmth of family and friends. It is an infusion of life-giving hope."

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We are berry thankful to the Texas Cavaliers for helping us Restore Hope to hurting families in San Antonio!

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Our Mission Gabriella's Smile exists to improve the lives of children battling cancer and their families. Our MISSION is to help families, fund research, and raise awareness for DIPG and pediatric cancer.

The Children’s Cancer Support Center provides resources and support for families that have a child diagnosed with cancer by taking a holistic approach to help in all areas including mental and social factors affecting the entire family. These services are provided for FREE and at no cost to families of children diagnosed with cancer thanks to our donors and supporters.

Guardian House works diligently across the community to embrace the best interest of every child by teaching families how to build strong, positive relationships.

THANK YOU for helping us provide life-changing resources to over 800 children and their families!

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“HHEALY-MURPHY is the perfect new beginning ” Healy-Murphy Center gives hope to youth in crisis who have difficulty succeeding in a traditional school environment

Here they find the one-on-one attention, individualized curriculum, counseling, childcare, and health services they need to succeed in school and in life.

Healy-Murphy Center offers:

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Because mobility and independence are basic human rights, Project MEND has been improving the quality of life for individuals living with disabilities and illness through the refurbishment, reuse, and distribution of medical equipment for over 30 years.

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Viva Fiesta and thank you Cavaliers!

HAPPY FIESTA, SAN ANTONIO!

We will be enjoying the fun without the fizz!

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Parenting and Prevention Program

Sunshine Cottage School for Deaf Children promotes early identification and intervention for children who are deaf or hard of hearing and helps them develop their maximum potential through listening, spoken language, and literacy.

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TBSS PROGRAMS

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Free of charge summer camp for pediatric burn survivors, their siblings, and children of burn survivors, including transportation and miscellaneous needs. Campers experience a carefree week during which they enjoy typical camp activities and develop long-lasting friendships with fellow survivors.

CAMP AX

Weekend retreat for teen/young adult survivors, with adventures in team-building, self-esteem growth, giving back through community volunteering, and reconnection with their brothers and sisters in the burn community.

PRUITT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Emergency financial assistance for food, transportation, and lodging for burn survivors and their families and assistance to provide pressure garments essential to many burn survivors for healing and recovery, for those unable to afford them

SUPPORT ADULT SURVIVORS

Services include monthly support group for adult survivors and their caregivers and a one-day conference to promote connecting, learning, and healing

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