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Virginia Chandler Dykes

The Passings Of 2022 North Texas Role Models

Dec 30, 2022 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean 2 Comments

As North Texans close out 2022 and enter 2023, they might want to take some time to appreciate some remarkable people who were lost in the past 12 months. There were mothers and fathers who had instilled in their children the importance of philanthropy; there were men and women who helped build businesses that supported the area's charities; there were community leaders who … [Read more...] about The Passings Of 2022 North Texas Role Models

2020 Virginia Chandler Dykes Awardee Jennifer Staubach Gates Calls On The Steelers For Help

Mar 5, 2020 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

When Dallas City Council person Jennifer Staubach Gates accepted the Virginia Chandler Dykes Award at the TWU Dallas Leadership Luncheon on Thursday, February 20, she almost choked up. But thanks to a secret handed down from her father/former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Roger Staubach, she rallied on and "steelered" the day. Here's a report from the field: A sold-out … [Read more...] about 2020 Virginia Chandler Dykes Awardee Jennifer Staubach Gates Calls On The Steelers For Help

Dale Petroskey Is Man Of The Hour At 17th Annual Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award Luncheon

Mar 27, 2019 1:30 PM by Glenn Hunter

Now in its 17th year, the Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award luncheon has raised more than $700,000 in scholarships for students at Texas Woman's University. The luncheon held on Wednesday, February 27, at the Belo Mansion bolstered that total, as nearly 300 people turned out to honor Dale Petroskey, this year's Leadership Award winner, and five scholarship award … [Read more...] about Dale Petroskey Is Man Of The Hour At 17th Annual Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award Luncheon

17th Annual Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Honoree Is Named At Park City Club Reception

Jan 22, 2019 9:30 AM by Glenn Hunter

When about 50 people gathered at the Park City Club on Tuesday, November 13, to find out who would receive the 17th Annual Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award benefiting Texas Woman's University, the turnout of past recipients of the award was impressive indeed. Among them were Norm Bagwell, who corralled the honor in 2018; Dr. Stephen Mansfield (2017); Ralph Hawkins … [Read more...] about 17th Annual Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Honoree Is Named At Park City Club Reception

‘Old-School Banker’ Norm Bagwell Accepts The 16th Annual Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award At Belo Mansion And Pavilion

Mar 19, 2018 9:30 AM by Ellery the Elf

Banker and civic leader Norman P. Bagwell couldn't have been more gracious receiving the 16th Annual Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award presented by Bank of Texas and Texas Woman's University and the Texas Woman's University Foundation. Referring to himself an "old-school banker" during his brief talk at the Belo Mansion and Pavilion on February 21, Bagwell said he's … [Read more...] about ‘Old-School Banker’ Norm Bagwell Accepts The 16th Annual Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award At Belo Mansion And Pavilion

2017 Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award Kick-Off Party Celebrated Dr. Stephen Mansfield’s Selection

Dec 19, 2016 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Even from the curb, it was pretty obvious that 2016 Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Awardee Francie Moody-Dahlberg and her husband Kevin Dahlberg know how to showcase fall. Pumpkins galore were perfectly place around the front of their Park Cities home. Even a tree had pumpkins coiling around the trunk and up into the limbs.  It was the perfect welcome for guests of the … [Read more...] about 2017 Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award Kick-Off Party Celebrated Dr. Stephen Mansfield’s Selection

Virginia Chandler Dykes To Receive Juliette Fowler Communities’ 2016 Visionary Women Award

Mar 14, 2016 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

Philanthropist Virginia Chandler Dykes is usually handing out scholarships to students studying occupational therapy and awards to community leaders for their efforts to improve the North Texas community. But on Tuesday, May 3, she’s going to be on the receiving end of the accolades when she is honored as the 2016 Visionary Woman by the Juliette Fowler Communities. The … [Read more...] about Virginia Chandler Dykes To Receive Juliette Fowler Communities’ 2016 Visionary Women Award

Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award Luncheon Honors Francie Moody-Dahlberg With Standing O’s And Gracious Accolades

Feb 25, 2016 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

The Belo Mansion staff had hardly gotten finished with the Elisa Project's “Life Lessons” breakfast with Catherine and Sean Lowe and Brian Cuban on Wednesday, February 10, than they were setting up for the Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award Luncheon honoring Francie Moody-Dahlberg. Outside the sun was shining, the sky was clear and the temperatures were just chilly … [Read more...] about Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award Luncheon Honors Francie Moody-Dahlberg With Standing O’s And Gracious Accolades

Les Femmes Du Monde Luncheon Honors Six Outstanding Women Of The Year With Pomp And Smiles

Oct 27, 2014 3:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Les Femmes du Monde President Alyce Heinrich explained that the organization benefiting Children’s Health and the World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth had taken a slight shift. To attract more young members, it had been decided to adjust its annual Woman of the Year fundraiser. This year it would be Women of the Year, one to represent each of Les Femmes’ six … [Read more...] about Les Femmes Du Monde Luncheon Honors Six Outstanding Women Of The Year With Pomp And Smiles

Just In: Les Femmes Du Monde Reveals Six To Be Celebrated At Women Of The Year Awards Luncheon At Harlan Crow’s Library

Sep 3, 2014 8:00 PM by Jeanne Prejean

The Les Femmes du Monde gals have been dropping hints of change in the air about their annual Woman of the Year Award L. Tonight the waiting ended and Luncheon Chair Regina Bruce and Les Femmes President Alyce Heinrich let the cat out of the bag. Or, rather they revealed a collection of impressive kittens at Ka and LL Cotter’s home. Instead of doing a solo honoree, they’re … [Read more...] about Just In: Les Femmes Du Monde Reveals Six To Be Celebrated At Women Of The Year Awards Luncheon At Harlan Crow’s Library

Virginia Chandlers Dykes Leadership Award Luncheon Honors Mary Brinegar And Reveals A Retirement

Mar 3, 2014 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Why is it that great things tend to happen at the same time? On Thursday, February 20, that's exactly what happened during the day. While MySweetCharity was on board a bus for six hours touring the 2014 Crystal Charity Ball beneficiaries, the Dallas Arboretum's Mary Brinegar was being feted at the Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award luncheon. Luckily, this field report … [Read more...] about Virginia Chandlers Dykes Leadership Award Luncheon Honors Mary Brinegar And Reveals A Retirement

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