Volunteer Opportunity: Dallas CASA

 

For more information and to register for an upcoming Volunteer Information Session, visit: 

Become a Volunteer Advocate – Dallas CASA

Babe Laufenberg to speak at LEAP Global Missions Gala

 

Thursday October 16, 2025

Dallas Country Club

6:30 PM

Cocktail Reception followed by Seated Dinner, Program, & Auction

Cocktail Attire

Complementary Valet Parking

Host Committee

Kamela & Kenneth Aboussie | Dina & Jason Arnott | Amy & Dr. Evan Beale | Debbie & Justin Bono | Lindsey & Ben Brewer | Darla Cherry | Mary Kat & Dr. Jeffrey Cone | Brooke & Blake Davenport | Alexis & Dr. Richard Derksen | Mimi & Dr. Grant Gilliland | Linda Hardison | Brooke Hollis Hortenstine | Emily Huskinson | Natalie & Mike McGuire | Caroline & Brian Mitchell | Linsey & Ryan Nixon | Michelle & Dr. Thornwell Parker | Abby & Peter Ruth | Bunny & Michael Tibbals | Adair & Clark Webb | Missy & Chris Wyszynski

LEAP Global Missions is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing and enriching the lives of people around the world by providing free specialized medical and surgical services inspired by the love of Christ. We send teams of highly skilled volunteer medical professionals on mission trips to Belize, Mexico, Ukraine and Zimbabwe. The Gala is LEAP's biggest annual fundraiser. It raises funds to support the organization and our programs.

Click here to purchase tickets or table: 2025 LEAP Gala

Save the Date: 2025 Celebrating Life Luncheon

 

Council for Life joyfully announces their Celebrating Life Luncheon on November 3, 2025, at the Hilton Anatole Hotel.

A record 34 nonprofits have been prayerfully selected as the 2025 Council for Life Beneficiaries. They seek to raise an unprecedented $2 million this year. 

They welcome two dynamic, expert voices in the national conversation on Life as Luncheon Speakers— 40 Days for Life Founder Shawn Carney and Fox News Contributor Ben Domenech.

Honorary Luncheon Chairs are Amy and Malone Mitchell, longtime beloved, generous supporters of Council for Life.

Save the Date: Tex-Mex Fiesta for Farrah Fawcett Foundation

 

Your Next Favorite Piece Awaits at The Library

 

Turn the Page—Your Next Favorite Piece Awaits at The Library

Benefiting Dwell with Dignity

Shop The Library 2025

September 17th - 27th

Wednesday - Saturday | 10 am - 5 pm

1833 E. Levee Street

Thursdays on Tap - Experience The Perot Museum at this 21+ After Hours Event

Every Thursday from April 10-October 30

6-10pm

$25 – Adults (21+)

$5 – Explore members and above

Experience the Perot Museum after hours featuring live music, food trucks, adult beverages, and outdoor games. Plus, get full access to the Museum, including their newest traveling exhibition, Bug Lab. This program is for ages 21+, so whether you’re looking for a fun date night or a unique place to meet up with friends or coworkers, this is the perfect opportunity to experience the Museum without the daytime crowds or kids (the museum loves them, but Thursday nights belong to YOU).

They recommend purchasing tickets in advance as these events tend to sell out prior to Thursday evening.

Food and drinks are an additional cost.

JULY 17

Food Trucks

The Butcher’s Son

Cousin’s Maine Lobster

Mint’s Kitchen

Egg Stand

Mama Lama

Brewery

Community Beer Co.

Live music

Jade Nickol

JULY 24

Food Trucks

Mi Cocina

Easy Slider

Yummy Pizza

Both Worlds Mexican and American Cuisine

Flaming Grill BBQ

Brewery

Community Beer Co.

Live music

Alex Cantrell

JULY 31

Food Trucks

Eloisa’s Kitchen

Halal Mother Truckers

Mueller Wagyu

Monkeyshines

The Mexicans Food Truck

Brewery

Community Beer Co.

Live music

Troy Grant

Tickets: Thursdays on Tap | Perot Museum

NFNL Young Professionals Group is on the Horizon

 

Are you a young professional (ages 22-35) passionate about building a safer, more empowered world for women and girls impacted by sex trafficking and sexual exploitation? Join the Young Professionals Auxiliary Group — a space to lead, connect, and make an impact through advocacy, events, and community action. Want to learn more? Please fill out the interest form below or share it with the young professionals in your life who are ready to take a Stand For Her. NFNL Young Professionals Interest Form

Dallas CASA Needs Bilingual Volunteers

 

Texas Women’s Foundation Announces New Board Chair and New Board Members

Texas Women’s Foundation (TXWF) has announced that Cris Zertuche Wong has been named Chair of the Foundation’s Board of Directors beginning this month. Wong will serve a two-year term as Board Chair through June 30, 2027. She succeeds Carrie Freeman Parsons. 

In partnership with the TXWF President & CEO Karen Hughes White, Wong will lead the organization alongside Executive Committee:

Cris Zertuche Wong – Chair (Retired, Managing Director, Goldman Sachs)

Carrie Freeman Parsons – Immediate Past Chair (Chair of the Board, Freeman Company)

Jana Etheridge – Secretary (Senior Vice President, Chief of Staff, Capital One)

Lisette Mendez – Finance Committee Chair (Vice President Finance & Latin America Controller, AT&T)

Aracely Muñoz – Governance Committee Chair (Director, Corporate Partnerships, Children’s Health)

Hattie Hill – Member-At-Large (CEO, Hattie Hill Enterprises)

Holly Tucker – Member-At-Large (Partner, Deloitte Risk & Financial Advisory)

Karen Hughes White – President and CEO, Texas Women’s Foundation 

 

In addition, TXWF has added new board members: 

·      Vanessa Salinas Beckstrom, Partner, PwC

·      Patricia Rodriguez Christian, CEO, CRG Group Inc.

·      Katie Edwards, Chief Impact Officer & President, Mavs Foundation at Dallas Mavericks

·      Candice Hill, Southwest Segment Head, JPMorgan Chase & Co

·      Marty McDonald, Founder & CEO, Boss Women Media & CEO, Elle Olivia

 

For a complete list of Board Directors, visit here.

Wong said, “I’m honored to build on the legacy of impact created by the Foundation’s founders nearly 40 years ago. In so many ways, Texas women and girls have never needed us more.” 

 Hughes White added, “The strength of Texas Women’s Foundation is a direct result of the tireless volunteers who give generously of their time, talent and treasure in support of our mission. We are so grateful for the leadership of Carrie Freeman Parsons, and look forward to the impact Cris Zertuche Wong will have on the Foundation as we celebrate 40 years of impact.”