While only in her new role as Texas Woman's University - Dallas Campus president for less than a year, Monica Christopher and her team have been building awareness and funds for their programs. She has just announced $750,000 in grants to the Dallas President's Leadership Council. The grants include the following: $250,000 from The Meadows Foundation to pilot TWU … [Read more...] about JUST IN: TWU – Dallas Campus Celebrates $750K In Grants From Its Leadership Council
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MySweetWishList: Texas Women’s Foundation’s Nineteen
According to Texas Women’s Foundation’s Nineteen Chair Candice Hill, “Our wish is for you to join Nineteen! “Named in honor of our 19 founders and with a nod to the 19th Amendment, Nineteen is a network of individuals who are passionate about the issues facing Texas women and girls. Advocates and change agents, Nineteen supporters believe in the power of collective … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Texas Women’s Foundation’s Nineteen
JUST IN: Emmy Award-Winning Journalist Ann Curry To Keynote TXWF’s 39th Annual Luncheon
It has just been revealed that Texas Women's Foundation (TXWF) longtime supporter and Board Alumna Effie Dennison will serve as TXWF's 39th Annual Luncheon chair. In her newest role, she has announced the keynote speaker for this year's fundraiser. Following ABC News' Deborah Roberts' keynoting the TXWF Leadership Forum in April, this year's TXWF's 39th Annual Luncheon … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Emmy Award-Winning Journalist Ann Curry To Keynote TXWF’s 39th Annual Luncheon
Texas Women’s Foundation 2024-2025 Board Officers And New Members Announced
Something old, something new is what's happening at Texas Women's Foundation for its 2024-2025 board of directors. While she's way too young to be considered "old," Carrie Freeman Parsons is returning as the board chair. Joining her on the TXWF board are the following: Chair-Elect Cris Zertuche Wong Secretary Hattie Hill Governance Committee Chair Jana Etheridge … [Read more...] about Texas Women’s Foundation 2024-2025 Board Officers And New Members Announced
Texas Women’s Foundation Leadership Forum And Awards Celebrated With Today’s Leaders And Tomorrow’s Leaders
When one hears the word "forum," they usually think of something akin to a combination of a church service and a required class. But leave it to the Texas Women's Foundation to use the recipe of music, dancing, awards and conversations with leaders to inspire and broaden the scope of multi-generations. That's exactly what happened at the Texas Women's Foundation Leadership … [Read more...] about Texas Women’s Foundation Leadership Forum And Awards Celebrated With Today’s Leaders And Tomorrow’s Leaders
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
TXWF Leadership Forum And Awards Celebration Details Announced With ABC’s Deborah Roberts Moderating
Texas Women’s Foundation’s 2024 Leadership Forum and Awards Celebration Co-Chairs Sakina Rasheed Foster and Veronica Torres Hazley have just revealed the speaker, the 2024 Maura Women Helping Women and Young Leader awardees and the program for the annual fundraiser. First, let’s drop the impressive names who will be featured at the Omni Dallas Hotel on Tuesday, … [Read more...] about TXWF Leadership Forum And Awards Celebration Details Announced With ABC’s Deborah Roberts Moderating
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
MySweetWishList: Texas Women’s Foundation
According to Texas Women’s Foundation Board Chair Carrie Freeman Parsons, “At a time when gender-focused granting wasn’t widely embraced, Texas Women’s Foundation was a pioneer in the now proven fact that investing in women creates a ripple effect impacting generations to come. Empowered women not only rise themselves but also elevate the entire community, magnifying the … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Texas Women’s Foundation
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
Dallas Habitat For Humanity Is A Sign Of Current C-Suite Comings And “Oops-Sorry-Things-Didn’t-Work-Out”
Dallas Area Habit for Humanity is posting a “help wanted” sign for a permanent CEO with Monday’s announcement that it has “parted ways” with William Eubanks III, who came on board as chief executive less than a year ago. It's just the latest in a series of leadership changes roiling the North Texas non-profit sector recently, with abrupt and surprising upheavals at the top … [Read more...] about Dallas Habitat For Humanity Is A Sign Of Current C-Suite Comings And “Oops-Sorry-Things-Didn’t-Work-Out”