An Evening of Luv

The Luv u Project’s annual event, An Evening of Luv was held on Thursday, November 21st at Bethesda Country Club in Bethesda, MD.  Event guests enjoyed an evening filled with great food and wine, special awards, live and silent auctions and updates from The Luv u Project work.

2024 Event Program highlights included:
• Introduction of An Evening of Luv honorees, Rex and Jane Huggins – with a special performance for them by Victoria Shaw
• Presentation of the 2024 Carolyn C. Mattingly Mental Health in the Workplace Awards
• The second annual Luving Heart Award, was presented to Michelle Ashton

For questions about the 2025 event, please contact Leah Bell at lbell@theluvuproject.org.

Available Sponsorship Opportunities for the 2025 Event:

Presenting Sponsor

$25,000 (tax-deductible:  $23,750)

• Company name/logo on pre-event promotional materials – including Save the Date, social media posts, invitations and all other materials
• Company logo and link to company website on The Luv u Project website
• Full page acknowledgement in event program book
• Company recognition during event program
• One reserved table (10 tickets) in prime location – company name will be displayed on table
• Opportunity for The Luv u Project representative to speak at company hosted event

 Reception Sponsor

$10,000 (tax-deductible:  $8,750)

• Company logo on signage at event reception
• Company recognition during event program
• Company name on The Luv u Project website
• Company name listed in event program book
• One reserved table (10 tickets) – company name will be displayed on table

Table Sponsor

$3,000 (tax-deductible:  $1,750)

• One reserved table (10 tickets)
• Company/group name will be displayed on table

General Ticket

$300 (tax-deductible:  $175)

• One event ticket

If you or your organization would be interested in sponsoring our annual event, please contact Leah Bell at lbell@theluvuproject.org for more details.

REX AND JANE HUGGINS, 2024 AN EVENING OF LUV HONOREES

The Luv u Project is proud to recognize the 2024 An Evening of Luv Honorees, Rex and Jane Huggins.  Rex and Jane are dear friends of The Luv u Project and have been supportive since the organization was founded.

Rex and Jane have donated their time and resources to The Luv u Project and have supported LUP events and programs from the beginning.  Their generosity and kindness are felt in all we do.  Rex, Jane and the entire Huggins family care deeply about supporting mental health.

Rex and Jane will be introduced at An Evening of Luv 2024.  We are thrilled to celebrate them on this special night!

Thank you to all guests who are making arrangements to travel for An Evening of Luv!  A link to book rooms will be available soon for the 2024 event.

Hotel Accommodations: The Canopy by Hilton, North Bethesda – click here to book a room 

Transportation from Hotel to Event:

A shuttle will be provided for guests staying at the preferred event hotel to the Bethesda Country Club for An Event of Luv.  The shuttle will also bring guests back to the hotel at the conclusion of the event.

Nearby Airports:

Reagan National Airport (DCA) – 23 miles from hotel

Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) – 26 miles from hotel

Baltimore Washington Airport (BWI) – 36 miles from hotel

An Evening of Luv 2024 Emcee:

Jeff Stilson

Jeff Stilson has been nominated for 14 Emmys and has won two. He also
directed the documentary “Good Hair,” which won the Special Jury Prize
at the 2009 Sundance Film Festival and received a 2010 WGA screen
nomination for outstanding achievement in a documentary screenplay.
Stilson began his career in show business as a stand-up comedian after
graduating from the University of Washington with a Bachelor of Arts
degree. Besides having his own comedy specials on HBO and Comedy
Central, Stilson, who is the descendent of Finish circus performers, has
made regular appearances on Letterman, Ferguson, Conan, and Leno, as
well as the Australian show “The Panel.” He was also featured as a
correspondent on Michael Moore’s “TV Nation.” He has received his 14
Emmy nominations for comedy writing and producing on “Late Show With
David Letterman,” “TV Nation,” “Politically Incorrect,” “The Chris Rock
Show,” “The Osbournes,” and “Da Ali G Show.” In 1999 and 2002 Stilson
was honored with Emmys for his work on “The Chris Rock Show” and
“The Osbournes.”

An Evening of Luv 2024 Live Auction Items – Get Ready for a Fun-Filled Live Auction Hosted by Willie Reale!  There will also be a silent auction during the reception.

Hammock Cove Antigua Vacation

Located adjacent to Devil’s Bridge National Park, this intimate villa resort provides a truly indulgent and customizable vacation for discerning travelers. All 41 private single-story villas are equipped with king beds, “infinity edge” plunge pool, spacious private terrace overlooking stunning turquoise waters, gourmet dining, and personal cocktail lounge. Winner will enjoy 10 nights of luxury accommodation for up to three waterview villas (double occupancy).

All reservations are subject to a minimum supplement of $306-$323 per person/per night that provides dining, beverages (including alcohol), resort facilities & activities. Government tax/service is additional. Reservations are subject to availability, some restrictions apply.

Donated by Elite Island Resorts

Wine Lovers Instant Cellar

Wine lovers will be thrilled with this package donated by Gus Kalaris – Kalaris Family Vineyard, a luxury Napa Valley wine brand.  The Kalaris brand evolved from Gus’ love of the great wines of Burgundy and his passion for producing California wines reflective of the uniqueness and beauty of their terroir. The winner of this package will receive 3 Axios 2017, 3 Worthy 2017, 3 Kalaris Merlot 2014, 3 Kalaris Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, 2 Kalaris Pinot Noir 2014, 2 Kalaris Chardonnay 2018 and 2 Philotimo 2015.

Donated by Gus Kalaris

Golf at Congressional

Get ready for a once in a lifetime experience – golf on Congressional Country Club’s Blue Course.  This private golf club has a rich history in the Washington DC area and has been open since the 1920’s.  Congressional has been home to many PGA Tour events over the years.  In addition to representing America for the 2036 Ryder Cup, Congressional will host five Major Championships and two National Championships over the next two decades.

The winner of this package will receive the opportunity to bring a guest along to play on Congressional Country Club’s Blue Course.  The winner’s twosome will play with a member.  This is a golfer’s dream!

Dates subject to availability of the member host.

Donated by Friend of The Luv u Project

Wine Tasting in Napa Valley

Be inspired by the charm of Napa Wine Country in California for 3-4 nights at the Andaz Napa Valley, a charming boutique hotel in downtown Napa located within walking distance of the Napa Valley Wine Train.

While there enjoy the Napa Valley Wine Train Legacy Tour for two.  This six-hour journey includes: three-hour rail tour of Napa Valley, welcome taste of sparkling wine, a four-course wine country inspired meal, one hour vineyard tasting & photo opportunity at the Napa Valley Sign, and a one hour tasting at Charles Krug & V. Sattuai.

Winner will receive $1,500 in Visa gift cards to use to purchase wine, flights or anything else on the trip!  Also, includes an Avis Car Rental to get you around town and enjoy the many wineries and sites in Napa Valley.  Winner will receive a case of Lewis Black’s very own wine blend, Lewis Noir.  (Number of nights depends on room type choice; no expiration date)

Donated by Helen Johnson, Gayle Greenberg, Michelle Ashton and Drew McCoy

Bourbon Tasting

The winner of this incredible experience will enjoy a trip to Lexington, Kentucky, the heart of bourbon country. Rich Mattingly will be the winner’s personal tour guide in Lexington and will customize the experience based on the winner.  The winner of this incredible trip will also get the opportunity to visit Rich’s personal bourbon tasting room and will be gifted a bottle of exclusive, allocated Kentucky bourbon.  The package includes a two-night stay at a Hilton or Marriott property in Lexington and a three-day Avis car rental. “When you want the best bourbon experience, you go to Kentucky!” via the bourbon trail.

Dates subject to availability of Rich Mattingly.

Donated by Rich Mattingly and Michelle Ashton