Established in 2007, Dallas Afterschool boasts a mission "to level the playing field for children of all races and economic backgrounds by informing community stakeholders, supporting afterschool and summer programs and their staff members, and coordinating community resources." Summertime and hours following school can be a challenging time for families who have jobs and … [Read more...] about Dallas Afterschool Adds Seven New Board Members
Dena Jackson
JUST IN: Texas Women’s Foundation Taps Non-Profit Veteran Karen Hughes White As President and CEO
The Texas Women's Foundation (TXWF) has appointed non-profit veteran Karen Hughes White as its new president and chief executive officer. The Dallas-based foundation, which advances economic security and leadership for Texas women and girls, said White has a 20-year record focusing on the needs of women, girls and children. "After an extensive search, Texas is excited to … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Texas Women’s Foundation Taps Non-Profit Veteran Karen Hughes White As President and CEO
Hattie Hill To Serve As TXWF’s Executive-In-Residence As Interim President/CEO Dena Jackson Departs
It was back on Tuesday, March 14, when, after a year and a month serving as Texas Woman's Foundation (TXWF) president/CEO, Miki Woodard resigned. This past summer Foundation Chief Strategy Officer Dena Jackson was named interim CEO, while a nationwide search got underway for a permanent president/CEO. Now TXWF Board Chair Carrie Freeman Parsons has reported that, "While … [Read more...] about Hattie Hill To Serve As TXWF’s Executive-In-Residence As Interim President/CEO Dena Jackson Departs
Three Giving Circles At Texas Women’s Foundation Provided $707,688 For 69 Non-Profits In 2023
It’s been a very busy year for Texas Women’s Foundation’s three giving circles — Orchid Giving Circle, The Village Giving Circle and Hispanic 100 (H100) Latina Giving Circle. All three combined had contributed $707,688 in grants for 69 non-profits in 2023 alone! Since being established at Texas Women's Foundation, the three circles combined have provided $3.55M in … [Read more...] about Three Giving Circles At Texas Women’s Foundation Provided $707,688 For 69 Non-Profits In 2023
Texas Women’s Foundation Focuses On “Real Change” For Women And Girls At Its Annual Luncheon
Empowering Texas women and girls was the order of the day on Tuesday, September 26, when the Texas Women's Foundation held its 38th Annual Luncheon. Titled "Past, Present and Future," the fundraiser attracted nearly 1,000 guests to the Hilton Anatole Dallas. The empowerment theme was established from the get-go, when Tiffany Solano and the Highland Park Lads and Lassies … [Read more...] about Texas Women’s Foundation Focuses On “Real Change” For Women And Girls At Its Annual Luncheon
JUST IN: Texas Women’s Foundation Undertakes A Search To Replace President/CEO Miki Woodard
It was February 1, 2022, when Miki Woodard officially succeeded retiring Texas Women’s Foundation President/CEO Ros Dawson Thompson after a nationwide search. Word just arrived that, “This morning, the Board of Directors of Texas Women’s Foundation received the resignation of Michelynn 'Miki' Woodard from the position of President and Chief Executive … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Texas Women’s Foundation Undertakes A Search To Replace President/CEO Miki Woodard
Texas Women’s Foundation’s Senior VP Of Grants Dena Jackson Promoted To COO
The ladies are definitely moving up in the North Texas world of fundraising. For the past seven years, Dena Jackson has been serving as senior VP of grants and research for Texas Women’s Foundation, formerly known to the world as the Dallas Women’s Foundation. During that time she has been “directing the organization’s research, advocacy and grantmaking. Jackson’s leadership in … [Read more...] about Texas Women’s Foundation’s Senior VP Of Grants Dena Jackson Promoted To COO