Did You Know?
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In 2011, Good Samaritan Foundation celebrates 60 years of service to nursing students and nursing schools in Texas.
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Good Samaritan Foundation is the leading private provider of nursing scholarships in the State of Texas.
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In 60 years, Good Samaritan Foundation has awarded more than $15 million to more than 15,000 nursing students in Texas.
Pearl Ball
Vivian Smith served as Honorary Chairman of the first Pearl Ball held at Houston's elegant River Oaks Country Club. Mrs. Smith’s connection with Good Samaritan dated back to 1951, when her husband R.E. “Bob” Smith joined other prominent Houstonians as the organization's founders. The gala was named the “Pearl Ball” in reference to a string of black pearls that was one of Mrs. Smith's cherished gifts from her husband. In the memorable years since, the Pearl Ball has raised more than $4.4 million for nurse education in Texas.
2013 Pearl Ball (link to photos)
The 25th annual Good Samaritan Pearl Ball morphed into Pearl Ball Lite. Goodbye to glistening pearls and typical ladylike them, hello Texas-style food, fun and attire. Courtney and Jason Fertitta and Randa and Charlie Williams chaired the Texas chic-themed gala that raised well needed funds for the Good Samaritan Foundation’s efforts in support nursing education in Texas. Since its inception, the Pearl Ball has raised more than $4.6 million.
