Heart of a Lion 2025

Save the Date!

Date: September 11, 2025
Location: Austin Country Club
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Join us for our 7th annual Heart of a Lion — a night we look forward to all year. This special evening brings our community together to celebrate all that God has done through Side by Side Kids and to boldly step into what’s ahead. With dinner, drinks, a powerful guest speaker, and a thrilling live auction, it’s a night that uplifts, inspires, and fuels the mission of reaching the hearts of Austin’s kids.

From humble beginnings to lifelong transformation, our students are growing in faith, character, and resilience — and your support makes it possible.

We’re honored to welcome Coach Mack Brown as this year’s keynote speaker and can’t wait for you to be part of this unforgettable evening!

Featuring Guest Speaker: Coach Mack Brown

Legendary College Football Coach | National Champion | Servant Leader

Known for his championship-winning leadership and heart for people, Mack Brown has impacted countless lives both on and off the field. As the former head coach of the University of Texas Longhorns, Coach Brown led his team to victory in the 2005 national championship and became a beloved figure in Texas and beyond.

But what sets him apart is his character. A man of integrity, faith, and humility, Mack Brown has spent his career developing young leaders and living out servant leadership. At Heart of a Lion 2025, Coach Brown will share stories of perseverance, purpose, and what it means to lead with heart — making him the perfect voice for a night devoted to lifting up the next generation.