Hispanic 100 Latina Giving Circle at Texas Women’s Foundation Grants $114,000 to 29 North Texas Nonprofits

The Hispanic 100 (H100) Latina Giving Circle at Texas Women’s Foundation has awarded $114,000 in grants to 29 North Texas area nonprofits serving the needs of Latina women and girls in low- and moderate-income communities. Since its inception, H100 has given $786,000 across 165 grants. 

The H100 Latina Giving Circle at Texas Women’s Foundation was established in 2019 by the Hispanic 100 Network to further engage Latinas in philanthropy, and to expand resources for local organizations whose mission is to empower, educate and support Latinas across North Texas.”

Jennifer Treviño and Maria Espinoza, H100 Latina Giving Circle Co-Chairs, said, “We are honored to be able to support so many worthy organizations who are serving Latina women and girls across North Texas to live healthier and more successful lives.” 

 

Grants were awarded to the following organizations:

(* indicates first-time grantees)

·      *Agape Clinic – Salary for Latina Director of Clinic Operations

·      *Attitudes & Attire –  Salary for a bilingual program manager

·      *AVANCE – Dallas-Parent-Child Education Program 

·      Bachman Lake Together – Community Action Network: parent leadership programming

·      Buckner Children and Family Services, Inc. – Dallas Family Hope Center and access to economic security

·      *Cannenta Foundation Inc. – Project Ayuda program

·      Cara Mia Theatre Co. – First Latinidades Art Symposium

·      Catch Up & Read –  Support for one campus

·      *ChildCareGroup – Born Learning Program

·      Family Place Inc. – Support for bilingual client-facing staff

·      *Frontiers of Flight Museum Inc. – Flight-Latina Young Ladies Aerospace-STEM Challenge

·      Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas – Programming for two Latina/Hispanic troops

·      Hispanic Women’s Network of Texas – Dallas Chapter-Latinas in Progress

·      Immschools – Family-led community workshops

·      *Mi Escuelita Preschool Inc. – Education Evolution Program

·      Mosaic Family Services Inc. – Support for survivors in the Transitional Housing program

·      Primos Dallas – Student mentoring program and to visit Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSI)

·      Readers 2 Leaders – Family Reading 2024-2025 cohort

·      Rosa es Rojo, Inc. – The Rojo Way wellness program

·      *ScholarShot – Salary for Academic Manager

·      SER Jobs for Progress National, Inc. – SER STEM robotics program

·      *Sharing Life Community Outreach, Inc. – Expansion of program activities

·      *The Lullaby House – Support for education and program services

·      The Compelling Why – Two seminars and Leadership series

·      The Concilio – General support for educational programming

·      United to Learn – Student and educator support at 17 Dallas ISD campuses

·      *Volar – Capacity building support

·      Wesley-Rankin Community Center – Girls of Hope, Girls of Honor Program

·      Young Women’s Preparatory Network – Senior Mentoring Alliance at Irma Lerma Rangel Young Women’s Leadership School

To learn more about joining the H100 Latina Giving Circle, visit https://www.txwf.org/h100latinagivingcircle/ or email H100latinagc@txwf.org

Raising the Stakes with Mosaic Family Services

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Mosaic 7th Annual Gala Honoring Dallas Councilmember

100% of proceeds benefit Mosaic's efforts to combat human trafficking & domestic violence. 
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The Mosaic gala is an annual celebration of the work we’ve accomplished and the people who make that work possible. It’s a chance to gather with our friends and celebrate the resiliency of victims of human trafficking and domestic violence. Celebrate with us on October 20th- we’ll provide the cocktails, dinner by Stock & Barrel, an exciting silent auction, a raffle drawing + casino, amazing swag bags, and live entertainment by DJ LC and emcee Steve Kemble!

2016 CHAMPION OF HUMAN RIGHTS AWARD RECIPIENT:
Councilmember Jennifer Staubach Gates is the recipient of the 2016 Champion of Human Rights Award. Join us at our 7th Annual Gala as we honor Councilmember Gates for her remarkable dedication to making a difference in the lives of Dallas residents. Jennifer’s extraordinary work with the Domestic Violence Task Force and Public Safety Committee continues to bring awareness to human rights abuses and empowers the clients we serve. Our work would not be possible without her.

Thursday, October 20th
6:45pm   Registration
7:00pm   Social Hour
8:00pm   Dinner & Program

Cocktail Attire
Complimentary Valet Parking

*Reservations will be held at the door.

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Mosaic Family Services Announces Jennifer Staubach Gates as Award Recipient

Jennifer Staubach Gates

Mosaic Family Services announces Councilmember Jennifer Staubach Gates as the recipient of the 2016 Champion of Human Rights Award, which will be presented at the nonprofit’s 7^th Annual Gala on Thursday, October 20, 2016 from 7 – 11 p.m. at The Empire Room in the Dallas Design District.

The Champion of Human Rights Award is presented each year to individuals and/or groups who strive to ensure the protection of the basic human rights and fundamental freedoms to which all human beings are entitled. Councilmember Gates has shown remarkable dedication to making a difference in the lives of Dallas residents, particularly survivors of domestic violence. Her extraordinary work with the Domestic Violence Task Force and Public Safety Committee continues to bring awareness to human rights abuses and empowers the agency’s clients.

“Councilmember Jennifer Staubach Gates has been at the forefront of leading efforts in Dallas to raise awareness about family violence,” remarked  Melissa Green, event co-chair and Mosaic Family Services board member. “As she continues her work combating this all too prevalent issue, we are pleased to honor her as a Champion of Human Rights. Our work would not be possible without her." 

Chaired by Melissa Green and Elizabeth Weathersby, with honorary chair Lana Byrne, the gala will include cocktails, dinner by Stock & Barrel, silent auction, raffle, casino, live entertainment and more. 

Tickets are $150 each; sponsorships begin at $500. For tickets, sponsorships or more information, visit mosaicservices.org/events.

Mosaic's 5th Annual Champion of Human Rights Gala

Mosaic Family Services' Fifth Annual Champion of Human Rights Gala will take place on October 2, 2014 from 6 to 9 pm at the Fashion Industry Gallery.

 

The gala will honor fashion designer, Mosaic supporter and anti-trafficking activist Abi Ferrin, whose Freedom Project helps create alternate forms of employment and hope for oppressed and trafficked women worldwide. Abi will be joined by emcee Amy Vanderoef of Good Morning Texas. Guests will enjoy beer, wine & spirits, hors d’oeuvres, 50/50 raffle, a fabulous silent auction and live music by the Hunter Sullivan Band.

 

50/50 raffle tickets are on sale now for $25 each or 5 for $100. Drawing proceeds will be split 50/50 between the winner and Mosaic. Winner need not be present at gala to win.

 

Tickets are $200 and are available for purchase here. Sponsorship opportunities & raffle tickets are also available. For more information, contact Le Ta at LeT@mosaicservices.org.

Inaugural Fashion for Freedom Fashion Show and Luncheon at Al Biernat's

The inaugural Fashion for Freedom is a fashion show and luncheon benefiting Mosaic Family Services in its efforts to combat human trafficking. 100% of proceeds will go toward building a new shelter to expand Mosaic's capacity to meet the ever increasing need for its services. 

 

Guests can shop the pop-up store inside the restaurant during the event.  A percentage of sales from the pop-up store will also benefit Mosaic.

 

The fashion show will feature designs from Abi Ferrin and introduce Juliette Longuet who is breaking into the Dallas market.  Hosted by favorite local restauranteur Al Biernat, the luncheon will also include remarks from the Honorable Mike Rawlings.

 

Seating is limited for this fabulous event. Click here for tickets and more information.

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