The 1st ever Heart of a Mustang Toy Drive and Scholarship program Dinner and Dance is set for Saturday, November 19th at the South Texas Events Center (Rics) in Devine. Come out and join Natalia’s own Nate De Leon, as he will headline the event that will take place to raise money for the big toy drive that is right around the corner.
Dinner
The event will kick-off at 7:00 p.m. with a dinner consisting of (tentative menu) Spaghetti, salad, bread, desert and tea.
Dance
At 8:00 p.m., the Dance will begin with Nate DeLeon and his full band as he will play all of the good Texas Country Hits, as well as some classic country and of course the new stuff as well.
About Nate
Nate De Leon is a 24 year old Independent Texas Singer Songwriter who has quickly gained traction in the local music scene. He went from singing in his room just a few years ago to playing bucket list venues. The future looks bright for this young singer songwriter. Raised in Natalia, Texas, Nate’s love for music has always been a part of his life. Brought up in a family of musicians, he quickly learned the guitar at a young age. It wasn’t until the summer of 2019 when he fell in love with the art of songwriting.
It was Songwriters Circle at Cheatham Street Warehouse in San Marcos, Texas where Nate began to write his own songs and pursue his music career. Since 2019, he has gone on to play notable venues such as Cheatham Street Warehouse, Floore’s Country Store, and Nutty Brown Amphitheater. De Leon’s musical influences range from various artists such as Parker McCollum, Glen Frey, Gary Allan, The Goo Goo Dolls and Dan Layus.
His debut release, “Houston”. Is out now an all streaming platforms and is starting to gain some traction and is a sure crowd favorite at the live shows. Be on the lookout for a show near you, you won’t want to miss it!
Silent Raffle
There will also be a Silent Raffle take place with a number of great things to bid on. (We still need silent auction raffle items).
None of this would be possible, without the following sponsors who have stepped up thus far to assist:
Title Sponsors: A6 Logistics (Mike Aguirre and Family ($750.00 donation), South Texas Heat Football ($500.00 donation), Bravo Country Homes ($500.00 donation), Chaparral Ford ($500.00 donation), MP Haulers (Martin and Brandy Perez- $500.00 donation), North Park Chevrolet Castroville ($500.00 donation), CD Tire Natalia ($500.00 donation), Hellas Construction ($500.00 donation), Mag’s Place, Devine ($500.00 donation), and Texas Family Wellness Clinic, Calallen ($500.00 donation). Silver Sponsors of $250.00 – Natalia Alumni Paul Noland, Mike & Brenda Fernandez and Family, US Congressman Tony Gonzales, Brad Boyd and Brush Country Realty, Security State Bank. If you would like to be a Title Sponsor, a Silver Sponsor or a “Heart Sponsor for $100.00”, please contact Eric Smith at 210-737-4786.
Tickets ARE ON SALE! Visit “Eventbrite” and search Heart of a Mustang in Devine Texas. A single ticket is available for $20.00 with a pair of tickets for a couple for $35.00. Tickets will also be available at the door for the same price or without a meal $15 each or two for $25. Doors will open at 6:30 pm.
ALL PROCEEDS will benefit the toy drive and the scholarship program! Your support would be a huge blessing to assure we can bless families that are less fortunate once again. We are halfway to our goal of $15,000, please come out to help make Christmas special for these young children.
All tickets purchased before Saturday at 9 pm will be entered into three cash drawings at the event.