Brent Thurman Foundation, Inc.

Brent Thurman Foundation, Inc.
5446 Hwy. 290 West, Suite 205
Austin, Texas 78735
Phone: 512-797-6749 Fax: 512-892-5195
Dear Friends:
In sitting down to write this letter, I am plagued with an uneasiness in the pit of my stomach, much
like that anxious feeling before you see someone very important in your life that you haven’t seen for
a very long time. Butterflies, questions…. a fear of the unknown. Will it be all that it once was? Is
this the answer? Will it be the success that you always dreamed it would be? Will they love you
back? If you have lived life for any amount of time, you too have faced these questions in some
aspect of your lives.
You see, we as a family and committee have said, for 15 years, that if we could just have Brent’s
Special Day in Dripping Springs, what a success it would be. Just the thought of moving it to his
hometown gives me warm and fuzzy thoughts and feelings. But, these dreams and thoughts are real
and the time is NOW! It is scary to finally have everything you have always believed in, be at your
front door, all one has to do is open the door and pray! It is always easy to fantasize the perfect
scenario but to put it all on the line to realize the final outcome is not for the faint of heart.
We have flipped and flopped around moving from one place to the other, much like nomads, never
finding a forever place to call home. Through the Grace of God and many loving friends, blood sweat
and tears, we have managed to be successful wherever we landed and extremely grateful for the
opportunity to keep Brent’s memory alive and continue to fund “Brent’s Kids”. Our Exceptional
Rodeo has grown beyond our wildest dreams and the rewards from our athletes have been too
numerous to count. Relationships continue throughout the years with many of our athletes. Keeping
in mind always the dream of taking the show home to Dripping Springs.
Well the time is here, it is time for BTMB to put up or shut up… and our success is not determined by
our desire but by the amount of people that are there and willing to help us when we arrive. It is my
continuing prayer that we will be received with open arms and sponsors too numerous to count… but
then reality sets in and all the fears of the real world rear their ugly heads. I ask you, with heart in
hand, if you can help and believe in the work that we have done in Brent’s memory, please do so… if
you can’t, we understand and would ask that you reserve June 28th on your calendars. Come out
and support Brent’s cause. I will promise you a show of a lifetime and that we will not disappoint
you and yours. May God bless each of you and I thank you very much for the opportunity that we
celebrate in bringing Brent home! It’s been a very long ride!
With love and very high hopes,
Kay Thurman
16TH ANNUAL BRENT THURMAN MEMORIAL PBR
WHO WAS BRENT THURMAN?
A gentleman who never knew a stranger, Brent Thurman grinned his way through life. Some have
remarked that they have never known another person who liked to smile as much with their front teeth
missing. Not only was Brent a world-class champion bull rider, he was a motivator of life.
Thurman was born in Austin, Texas on March 3, 1969 into a family of Central Texas supporters. His
Mother, Kay Thurman, said "Whatever was happening at the moment is what Brent wanted to do."
Football, basketball, track and bay fishing were only a few of Thurman's athletic endeavors. His second
favorite sport was golf. He won a city tournament and was determined to join the Senior PGA when he
retired from bull riding.
Brent's bull riding career began at the fearless age of 8 at Cecil Hill's arena in Austin. Several bull riders
commended Thurman's unique style of riding. He carried his free arm lower than most riders and used
his feet more than his upper body. In 1993, Thurman qualified for his first NFR. He finished fifth in the
final standings that year and 13th in the 1994 Crown Royal World Standings. He was also a three-time
competitor in the Texas Circuit Finals Rodeo. After Thurman's first professional career year ended in
1989, he went on to be ranked in the top 30 bull riders in the world. He was plagued with small injuries
for several years that kept him from qualifying for the national finals sooner.
Great riders and friends like Ty Murray, Randy Thornton, Brian Herman and Michael Gaffney noted
that many children looked up to Thurman who basically got along with everyone he met. He
volunteered in the special rodeos, competitions for physically and mentally disabled youth, and judged
bull riding events throughout Texas in his spare time. During this time Brent became involved with Ms.
Candy Jones, the Director of the Program for Special Needs Children at Covington Middle School
located in Austin, Texas. He would go to the school where he would serve as a volunteer. He worked
with the children in reading as well as with their horticultural projects. This program became very
special and dear to Brent’s heart. Before his last National Finals Rodeo, Brent had planned to have a
championship bull riding with the proceeds being endowed to this program. He was very close to his
family, his God, loved a challenge and knew how to find humor and joy in life.
"He was the perfect example of good attitude,
Devotion to his God and respect for his friends.
He was a hero. He was a cowboy."
-Rodeo Video Magazine
"We might have lost a bull rider, but we gained an angel."
-Bob Tallman (Professional Rodeo Announcer)
"He lived everyday of his life exactly like he wanted.
Brent lived more in twenty-five years, than
I could if I lived to be a hundred."
- Kay (Brent's Mom)
The 16th Annual
Brent Thurman Memorial PBR
Where:
Dripping Springs Ranch Park
29401 Ranch Road 12
Dripping Springs, Texas 78620
www.drippingspringsranchpark.com
When:
Saturday, June 28, 2014
Time:
PBR 7:30 p.m.
The Details
PBR produced by Bo Davis, DVS Productions
45 top Professional Bull Riders from across the country
as seen on National T.V.
World Class Bull Fighters
Live Auctions
Custom Gist Belt Buckle Raffle
Vendors for shopping
Live Music by Michael Myers Band after PBR event
Cowboy Reunion Friday night at Ms. Kitty’s in Dripping Springs
Proceeds will benefit Special Olympics and Marbridge Ranch
Marbridge is a non-profit residential community that offers transitional and
lifetime care to adults with a wide range of cognitive abilities and—through
compassion and faith—provides them opportunities to learn, experience and
achieve a whole new life.
www.marbridgeranch.org
BTMB is a non-profit corporation (501-C3) EI# 74-291699
The 16th Annual
Brent Thurman Memorial PBR
June 28, 2014
“EXCEPTIONAL RODEO”
Where:
When:
Time:
Dripping Springs Ranch Park
Saturday, June 28, 2014
6:00 pm
Since the onset of our event, each year we are blessed with the presence of our "Exceptional
Athletes" or "Brent's Kids", as they are affectionately known by our Foundation. They are
children, adults, young and older, that know challenge and adversity each and every day.
However, on this one day each year, we watch as these exceptional athletes have the time
of their lives. We, as a Foundation, strive to put smiles on their faces as they experience
something different and new to their world as they know it. The quiver of an animal beneath
them as they ride a horse for the first time. Or the excitement as they throw their first
loop during the roping event. Their smile after an eight second ride aboard "Mighty Bucky",
reflects their sense of accomplishment for both boys and girls.
Most years, we even have some entertainers in our group of athletes. We have singers and
what should have been politicians, as they love the microphone and the opportunity to speak
to the crowd. It is truly heartwarming to see these special athletes all come together to
honor the memory of to some, a departed friend and loved one and to others, a mentor.
Most of the professional bull riders and bull fighters come in early just to give a hand to the
Exceptional Athletes.
If you have never watched our Exceptional Rodeo, you leave without the true meaning of
this event. Please come join us during our Exceptional Rodeo and feel the love and pride
that makes us all feel like all the hard work was worth it.
We are so proud to sponsor these children and adults and in all truthfulness again, we are
the winners. We are hoping to see you at the arena at 6:00 P.M. on June 28th. PBR
performance is at 7:30 P.M. HAPPY TRAILS TO YOU AND YOURS!
Very Fondly Yours,
Kay Thurman
The 16th Annual
Brent Thurman Memorial PBR
Sponsorship Packages
JUNE 28, 2014
7:30 PM
Package #1 Corporate Sponsorship $6000
• Custom Made Money Clip & Key Chain from Gist
• Recognized in Promotional Ads
• Recognized during Event
• 2 Arena Banners
• 1st Right of Refusal
• 20 VIP Tickets
Package #2 Official Title Sponsor $4000
• Recognized in Promotional Ads
• Recognized during Event
• Arena Banner
• 1st Right of Refusal
• 14 VIP Tickets
Package #3 Television Sponsor $4000
• Recognized in Promotional Ads
• Recognized during Event
• Arena Banner
• 1st Right of Refusal
• Limited to one TV sponsorship
 14 VIP Tickets
Package #4 Radio Sponsor $4000
• Recognized in Promotional Ads
• Recognized during Event
• Arena Banner
• 1st Right of Refusal
• Limited to one Radio sponsorship
• 14 VIP Tickets
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Package #5 Beer Distributor Sponsor
• Recognized in Promotional Ads
• Recognized during Event
• Arena Banner
• 1st Right of Refusal
• 12 VIP Tickets
$3500
Package #6 Distillery (Spirits) Sponsor $3500
• Recognized in Promotional Ads
• Recognized during Event
• Exclusive sale of product during Event
• Arena Banner
• 1st Right of Refusal
• 12 VIP Tickets
•
Package #7 Dealership Sponsor $3500
• Recognized in Promotional Ads
• Recognized during Event
May display vehicles at Dripping Springs Ranch Park
• Arena Banner
• 1st Right of Refusal
• 12 VIP Tickets
•
Package #8 Challenge Bull Sponsor $3250
• Recognized during Event
• Arena Banner
• 1st Right of Refusal
• Bull Rider paid $500 for qualified ride
• 8x10 photo with PBR rider
• 10 VIP Tickets
Package #9 Instant Replay Sponsor $3250
• Recognized on Instant Replays
• Recognized during Event
• Arena Banner
• One Package Available
• 1st Right of Refusal
• 10 VIP Tickets
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Package #10 Championship Round Sponsor
Exclusive Sponsor for Championship Round
• Arena Banner
• 1st Right of Refusal
• One package available
• 8 VIP Tickets
$2850
Package #11 Bull Fighter Sponsors $2850
• Recognized during Event
• Arena Banner
• 1st Right of Refusal
• 4 Packages Available
• Photo with Bull Fighters
• 8 VIP Tickets
Package #12 Live Entertainment/Dance Sponsors
• Promoted during Event
• Arena Banner
• 1st Right of Refusal
• 8 VIP Tickets
•
$2500
Package #13 Championship Buckle Sponsor $2000
• Recognized during Event
• Arena Banner
• 1st Right of Refusal
• One package available
• Buckle awarded to Bull rider Champion
• 6 VIP Tickets
Package #14 Bucking Chute Sponsors $1800
• Recognized during Event
• Recognized each time Chute is used.
• Arena Banner
• 1st Right of Refusal
• Limited to 6 packages
• 6 VIP Tickets
•
Package #15 Exceptional Rodeo Sponsors $1500
• Recognized during Event
• Arena Banner
8x10 photo by professional photographer w/Exceptional Competitors
• 6 VIP Tickets
Package #16 Let Out Gate Sponsor $1500
• Recognized during Event
• Arena Banner
• 1st Right of Refusal
• One Package Available
• 6 VIP Tickets
•
Package #17 VIP Sponsors $1500
• Recognized during Event
• Arena Banner
• 1st Right of Refusal
• 6 VIP Tickets
Package #18 Buckle Sponsors $1200
• Recognized during Event
• Arena Banner
• 1st Right of Refusal
• Limited to 2 packages–
• One for Raffle, One for Facebook Auction
• 4 VIP Tickets
Package #19 Barrel Man Sponsor $1000
• Recognized during Event
• Arena Banner
• 1st Right of Refusal
• One Package Available
• 4 VIP Tickets
Package #19 Arena Sign Sponsors
• Recognized during Event
• Arena Banner
• 2 VIP Tickets
Package #20 Vendor Space $150
• 10x12 Spaces Available
Vendor Application Required
$500
The 16th Annual
Brent Thurman Memorial PBR
June 28, 2014
7:30 p.m.
Business or Sponsor Name:_________________________________________
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Yes, I would like to be included in the 16th Annual BTMB.
No thank you, at this time I cannot commit but please send info again next year.
No thank you, we will not be able to sponsor this year.
Sponsorship Commitment for 2014___________________________________
Please send logo for arena banner to [email protected]
*To secure sponsorship package, payment
must be received by May 15, 2014.
Contact Person:___________________________________________________
Name:___________________________________________________________
Address:_________________________________________________________
City:____________________State:______________ Zip:_________________
Email:___________________________________________________________
Phone Number____________________________________________________
BRENT THURMAN FOUNDATION INC.
5446 Hwy 290 West, Suite 205
Austin, Texas 78735
(512) 797 – 6749
Non-profit 501-C3
EI# 74-2916999
Foundation Status Class 509-A2