The Lamar University Center for Resiliency is excited to invite you to a special luncheon as we introduce our

2027 Smart Storm Facilitator Award Program!

Smart Storm is the Center's community education initiative designed to help individuals and families better understand disaster preparedness, recognize potential hazards, and take practical steps to become more resilient before, during, and after emergencies. Through partnerships with local nonprofit organizations, we hope to expand the program's reach and bring valuable preparedness education to more communities throughout Southeast Texas.

As part of this new initiative, five selected nonprofit organizations will have the opportunity to serve as Smart Storm Facilitators, hosting community training sessions between January and May 2027. Selected organizations will receive unrestricted award funds to support their agencies while helping us expand disaster preparedness education across the region.

We would love for you to join us for lunch as we introduce the program, discuss award opportunities and expectations, review the upcoming training schedule, and answer any questions.

Smart Storm Facilitator Award Program Launch Luncheon

 ??Thursday, November 12, 2026

  ??12:00 PM – 1:30 PM

 ??Signature Center Suites
Ground Floor, Cherry Engineering Building
Lamar University Main Campus, Beaumont, TX

We look forward to sharing this exciting opportunity with you and continuing to strengthen our partnerships throughout Southeast Texas.

Please RSVP to confirm your attendance. We hope to see you there!

For more information contact:

Teressa Robertson

Assistant Director, Engagement & Training

Teressa.Robertson@lamar.edu