2025 Biennial Presidential Leadership Book Award Dinner
October 23, 2025 6:00 - 9:00 pm
The University Club of New York, West 54th Street, New York, NY, USA
The Society of Presidential Descendants
in partnership with
The Roosevelt School at Long Island University
cordially invite you to attend the
Biennial Presidential Leadership Book Award Dinner
Thursday, October 23, 2025 | 6:00 PM | The University Club of New York
 | Hosted by CONGRESSMAN |  | Featuring MARK K. UPDEGROVE President & CEO, LBJ Foundation |
Tables of up to 10 guests are available for purchase for only $3,500. Individual tickets are available for $500. Guests will enjoy a seated dinner, keynote remarks, and the presentation of the 2025 Book Award.
1
Make your selection
Edit
TICKETS
Sorry, you may not purchase more than the number available.
Sorry, you may not purchase more than the number of raffles available.
Dinner Ticket
$500
84 left
Hidden
Only 84 available
For general admission. Includes dinner, keynote, and the 2025 Book Award presentation.
Sold Out
Sold Out
Table of 10 Dinner Tickets
$3500
6 left
Hidden
Only 6 available
Includes dinner, keynote, and the 2025 Book Award presentation for up to 10 guests.
Sold Out
Sold Out
SPONSORSHIPS
Sorry, you may not purchase more than the number available.
Sorry, you may not purchase more than the number of raffles available.
Presidential Sponsor
$25000
5 left
Hidden
Only 5 available
Includes 20 guests, premier recognition with host callout, access to private events and meetings, exclusive gift, all shortlisted books, and signed copies of the finalists.
Sold Out
Sold Out
Vice Presidential Sponsor
$15000
5 left
Hidden
Only 5 available
Includes 16 guests, major recognition, access to private events and meetings, a premium gift, and signed copies of the finalists.
Sold Out
Sold Out
Ambassador Sponsor
$10000
3 left
Hidden
Only 3 available
Includes 10 guests, verbal recognition, access to private events and meetings, a special gift, and a signed copy of the winner.
Sold Out
Sold Out
Cabinet Member Sponsor
$5000
7 left
Hidden
Only 7 available
Includes 8 guests, program recognition, a gift, and a signed copy of the winner.
Sold Out
Sold Out
Chief of Staff Sponsor
$2500
24 left
Hidden
Only 24 available
Includes 4 guests, program recognition, a gift, and a signed copy of the winner.
Sold Out
Sold Out
2
Purchaser and Attendees
Edit
Donate/Purchase as:
Purchaser
Please fill in both your first and last name.
Please fill in both your first and last name.
This does not appear to be a valid email. Please try again.
This does not appear to be a valid phone number. Please try again.
Please enter a valid address.
Please fill in first name of the primary Point of Contact.
Please fill in last name of the primary Point of Contact.
This does not appear to be a valid phone number. Please try again.
This does not appear to be a valid email. Please try again.
Secondary Point of Contact for Transaction
Please fill in first name of the secondary Point of Contact.
Please fill in last name of the secondary Point of Contact.
This does not appear to be a valid email. Please try again.
This does not appear to be a valid phone number. Please try again.
Attendees
Expedite check-in by providing the information below. An email and text message will be sent to your guests notifying them a ticket has been purchased and allowing them to confirm their attendance!
Skip this step3Checkout
Edit
Tickets are going fast!
Sorry, there are not enough tickets remaining to complete your order.
No payment required. Click below to complete your ticket reservation.
Terms and Conditions required
I have read and agree to the Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy and give my consent to Long Island University to process my personal data. I understand I can revoke this consent at any time.
Donor approves the payments of any charitable donations and/or purchases to Long Island University in the amount set forth therein.
Text Messages
( for bids, purchases and campaign announcements )
I agree to receive text message notifications from GiveSmart on behalf of Long Island University. Message frequency varies depending on activity. Privacy Policy
Previously unsubscribed from GiveSmart texts? Important messages will be blocked even if you check the above box. Instead, text START to 76278.
Message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to cancel and HELP for assistance.
Text Messages
!
WARNING!
By opting out of text messages important account activity and campaign announcements will be blocked.
Text messaging is the main form of communication during the campaign.
You may miss out on:
- Winning and losing bid alerts
- Purchase and donation acknowledgments
- Pay instructions
- Campaign announcements
Text Messages
( for bids, purchases and campaign announcements )
I agree to receive text message notifications from GiveSmart on behalf of Long Island University. Message frequency varies depending on activity. Privacy Policy
Previously unsubscribed from GiveSmart texts? Important messages will be blocked even if you check the above box. Instead, text START to 76278.
Message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to cancel and HELP for assistance.
Payment Information
Select from the payment options below:
Terms and Conditions required
I have read and agree to the Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy and give my consent to Long Island University to process my personal data. I understand I can revoke this consent at any time.
Donor approves the payments of any charitable donations and/or purchases to Long Island University in the amount set forth therein.
Text Messages
( for bids, purchases and campaign announcements )
I agree to receive text message notifications from GiveSmart on behalf of Long Island University. Message frequency varies depending on activity. Privacy Policy
Previously unsubscribed from GiveSmart texts? Important messages will be blocked even if you check the above box. Instead, text START to 76278.
Message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to cancel and HELP for assistance.
Text Messages
!
WARNING!
By opting out of text messages important account activity and campaign announcements will be blocked.
Text messaging is the main form of communication during the campaign.
You may miss out on:
- Winning and losing bid alerts
- Purchase and donation acknowledgments
- Pay instructions
- Campaign announcements
Text Messages
( for bids, purchases and campaign announcements )
I agree to receive text message notifications from GiveSmart on behalf of Long Island University. Message frequency varies depending on activity. Privacy Policy
Previously unsubscribed from GiveSmart texts? Important messages will be blocked even if you check the above box. Instead, text START to 76278.
Message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to cancel and HELP for assistance.
Your credit card statement will reflect charges from ‘New York’
Please enter your email
This is the email you'll use to authenticate your account.
An unexpected error occurred. Please try submitting again.
Enter Your Code
We have sent a 6-digit access code to your mobile number, email address,
To enhance security for both consumers and donors, we've implemented an additional layer of authentication. Check your inbox, including junk and spam folders, for an email from [email protected].
We've sent a new code.
Didn't receive the
text
email?
Resend code
Resend Code
Still not receiving the message? Please login to your Account > Profile to confirm the mobile number associated with your account
Order Summary
Your cart is empty.
TICKETS
SPONSORSHIPS
Donation
$
Fees
Transaction Fees
$
I will pay the fees
By paying the transaction fee, you ensure more money goes to your organization’s mission.
Oh Snap!
The fees for this campaign have been changed. Please reload your page and re-submit your ticket order.
Attendee #1
Why should I provide an email for ticket purchases?
By capturing email addresses during ticket purchase, your guests will receive immediate notification that a ticket has been purchased for them. The email contains pertinent campaign information can be used at tax time as a receipt for tax purposes.
By capturing email addresses during ticket purchase, your guests will receive immediate notification that a ticket has been purchased for them. The email contains pertinent campaign information can be used at tax time as a receipt for tax purposes.
The Society of Presidential Descendants, in partnership with The Roosevelt School at Long Island University, is honored to host the Presidential Book Award Dinner, a biennial event recognizing exceptional contributions to the study of presidential leadership and history through distinguished works of nonfiction.
The 2025 program will be hosted by Congressman Steve Israel and will feature Mark K. Updegrove, President and Chief Executive Officer of the LBJ Foundation, who will be formally recognized as the Distinguished Presidential Historian Award Recipient.
Since its inception, the Award has celebrated works of enduring scholarship and public resonance. Notable recipients include Ted Widmer for Lincoln on the Verge: Thirteen Days to Washington and William Inboden for The Peacemaker: Ronald Reagan, The Cold War, and the World on the Brink.
The Presidential Leadership Book Award Dinner continues a proud tradition of convening thought leaders, public officials, and historians in recognition of scholarship that advances the understanding of the American presidency.
The Society of Presidential Descendants is honored to share this distinguished evening with you. Please contact [email protected] with any inquiries.
Sponsorships
Presidential | Includes 20 guests, premier recognition with host callout, access to private events and meetings, exclusive gift, all shortlisted books, and signed copies of the finalists. |
Vice Presidential | Includes 16 guests, major recognition, access to private events and meetings, a premium gift, and signed copies of the finalists. |
Ambassador | Includes 10 guests, verbal recognition, access to private events and meetings, a special gift, and a signed copy of the winner. |
Cabinet Member | Includes 8 guests, program recognition, a gift, and a signed copy of the winner. |
Chief of Staff | Includes 4 guests, program recognition, a gift, and a signed copy of the winner. |
BECOME A SPONSOR
Recommended Hotels
All hotels are within a walking distance of The University Club of New York.
The Peninsula New York
(212) 956-2888
Warwick New York
(212) 247-2700
New York Hilton Midtown Manhattan Hotel
(212) 586-7000
The Jewel Hotel
(212) 863-0550
The Kimberly Hotel
(212) 755-0400
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
(212) 581-1000
Hard Rock Hotel New York
(212) 970-1200
Hyatt Grand Central New York
(212) 883-1234
W New York - Times Square Marriott
(212) 930-7400
Hotel St. James
(212) 221-3600
Champions
Help our cause by creating your own fundraising page today!
Your individual fundraising page allows you to share your story and set a goal. The funds you raise will help make our mission a reality!
$0 Goal
$0
Total Raised
Share With Others
Help us spread the word!
Looking to purchase tickets?
Yes
I would like to purchase a ticket and automatically be registered to support Long Island University!
No
I am not purchasing tickets, but would like to register to support Long Island University!