Texas Women’s Foundation is sounding the alarm on the issues impacting women and families in Texas. With the nation’s strongest economy with a staggering $2.4 trillion economic output, Texas ranks a dismal 47th out of 50 states across 25 different indicators for women’s economic security.
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Join us on May 8th as we celebrate the remarkable achievements of women who are building #StrongWomenBetterTexas! This inspiring day will be filled with learning, leadership development, and meaningful connections.
The day kicks off with a Leadership Forum, where our 2025 Maura and Young Leader Award recipients will share their wisdom and insights via engaging presentations and panel discussions. In the evening, we’ll come together for a special dinner and celebration, honoring these incredible leaders.
Co-chairs for the event are business and community leaders Debbie Dennis, Chief Customer Officer and SVP Human Resources and Corporate Affairs at Oncor Electric Delivery, and Brooke Hopkins, Managing Director at Alvarez & Marsal. WFAA News Anchor and Reporter Dia Wall will emcee the event.
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Debbie Dennis, Oncor
Brooke Hopkins, Alvarez & Marsal
2025 MAURA WOMEN HELPING WOMEN AWARD RECIPIENTS
For 46 years, the Maura Women Helping Women Award has been presented to more than 230 courageous individuals who have catalyzed change for women and girls.
JENNIFER
BARTKOWSKI
Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas - CEO | Jennifer Bartkowski is the Chief Executive Officer of Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas (GSNETX), having held multiple leadership roles over the last 15 years. She pioneered a national Girl Scout STEM initiative built on the success of the $15M STEM Center of Excellence in southwest Dallas to change the workforce pipeline for North Texas. She is now leading a transformational strategy to reimagine Girl Scouts to serve more girls in more communities in more inclusive ways. Bartkowski holds a Master of Public Administration from Texas A&M University and has worked with a variety of organizations including United Way of Metropolitan Dallas and the American Lung Association of Texas. She serves as Chair of the Leadership Dallas Alumnae Association and The Dallas Summit, Board Chair of Black Women in Nonprofit Leadership, sits on the Aggie Women Network Board of Directors, and is a founding board member of Carson’s Village.
ANNE CHOW
The Rewired CEO - Founder | Anne Chow is a transformative business leader whose trailblazing corporate career spans over three decades. She is currently Lead Independent Director on the Board of Directors of Franklin Covey and serves on the boards of 3M and CSX. She is a Senior Fellow and Adjunct Professor of Executive Education at Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management and the national best-selling author of LEAD BIGGER: The Transformative Power of Inclusion. In her prior role as CEO of AT&T Business, she was the first woman of color CEO in AT&T’s 140+ year history, responsible for leading a $35B global operating unit comprised of over 35,000 people. Widely recognized for her role model leadership, Chow was named to Fortune’s Most Powerful Women in Business twice, Forbes inaugural CEO Next List of Leaders set to revolutionize American business and was inducted into the Dallas Business Hall of Fame.
NIRUPAMA “RUPA” DESILVA, M.D.
Parkland Health - UT Southwestern Medical Center Professor | Nirupama “Rupa” DeSilva, M.D. is a Professor of OBGYN at UT Southwestern. A specialist in pediatric-adolescent gynecology, her clinical practice is at Children’s Medical Center. Dr. DeSilva also serves as Parkland’s Medical Director of Family Planning and Child Poverty Action Lab’s Expert in Residence. Throughout her career, Dr. DeSilva has had great interest in increasing access to effective medical care within her community, as well as educating people about their reproductive needs so that patients can decide if a contraceptive option is best for them. In her role as Medical Director of Family Planning, she is dedicated to working with her team to increase access to women’s health for marginalized women through innovation. In this vein, she has created many new projects, including a new mobile van that can make access to contraception easier for those women who desire it.
CARINE FEYTEN, PH.D.
Texas Woman’s University - Chancellor and President | Since 2014, Carine M. Feyten, Ph.D. has served as chancellor of the Texas Woman’s University System and president of Texas Woman’s University, the nation’s largest university with a woman-focused mission. Spearheading the largest construction boom in the university’s history (nearly $500 million) and first ever comprehensive campaign, she has more than tripled the endowment, launched many major initiatives such as the Jane Nelson Institute for Women’s Leadership and the Doswell School of Aeronautical Sciences focusing on preparing women pilots. Personally, she is deeply committed to amplifying the impact that emerges from TWU’s distinctive campus where women comprise 90% of the student body. She has made strategic investments to extend the university’s mission to whole-person development. Her leadership fosters a supportive environment that prepares graduates to succeed in today’s complex global society. These efforts were recognized by the American Council on Education with the 2023 ACE/Fidelity Investments Award for Institutional Transformation.
CYNT MARSHALL
Marshalling Resources - Founder and The Dallas Mavericks (retired CEO) | Cynt Marshall has been a dynamic force in business over a 36-year career at AT&T. When she was hired as the CEO of the Dallas Mavericks in March 2018, she set her sights on a culture transformation. Her vision was for the Mavericks organization to become the NBA standard for inclusion, diversity, and workplace culture, and the Dallas Mavericks have twice received the NBA’s Inclusion Leadership award. She is founder of Marshalling Resources, a consulting firm. Her first book, You’ve Been Chosen, was released in September 2022 and was nominated for an NAACP Image award. Marshall is the recipient of several honors and awards including the 2024 Lone Star EMMYS President’s award, the 2024 Junior Achievement of Dallas Business Hall of Fame Laureate award, among others. She graduated from the University of California at Berkeley with degrees in Business Administration and Human Resources Management and holds four honorary Doctorate degrees.
2025 YOUNG LEADER AWARD RECIPIENTS
The Young Leader Award recognizes breakthrough leadership exhibited by a trailblazer who is achieving success in a field, initiative or sector, and creating a path of opportunity for other women to follow.
HALEIGH JONES
Crawford - Wishnew & Lang Attorney | Haleigh Jones is an attorney practicing civil litigation in Dallas. She handles trials and appeals in high-stakes, commercial cases. She uses her law degree to effect positive change and advance the lives of women in Texas, most recently pursuing a school district for violations of Title IX that led to sexual abuse of a female minor student. Jones is a mentor in and servant of her local and state bar associations. She served as the president of the 2024 Dallas Association of Young Lawyers, a 2,500-member bar association with more than 30 committees whose two-fold mission is to improve the lives of young lawyers and to improve the DFW community. In 2021, the Dallas Women Lawyers Association recognized Jones as its “Rising Raggio.” The award, named after Louise Raggio, recognizes an outstanding young woman lawyer who has had significant professional accomplishment and acted as a leader in the Dallas community.
CRISTAL RETANA LULE
Children’s Health Vice President of Community Relations | Cristal Retana Lule is committed to advancing equitable access to opportunities and resources to enhance the overall quality of life for all. As Vice President of Community Relations at Children’s Health, she leads the organization’s community outreach initiatives also focusing on local and regional advocacy. Lule is a first-generation Texas and proud daughter of Mexican immigrants. She began her public policy career as a legislative staffer in the Texas Senate and has held several influential roles at both the state and local levels. She also served as Mayor Pro Tem for the City of Farmers Branch where she launched several initiatives including the city’s first night court, youth commission, senior repair program and more. Lule has received numerous accolades, including the 2024 League of Women Voters Volunteer Award, 2023 DFW Hispanic 100 Emerging Latina Leader Award and was recently appointed to serve as the 2025 state chair-elect for the Hispanic Women’s Network of Texas.
Schedule:
4:00 PM Leadership Forum
Lean in and learn from our Award Recipients as they share insights and inspiration in the Leadership Forum’s “micro-learning” sessions.
ANNE Talk: Lead Bigger
2025 Maura Award Recipient Anne Chow will deliver a “TED Talk”-style keynote and share insights from her recent book, Lead Bigger (italics). Anne will explore the transformative power of inclusion to create stronger businesses and more vibrant communities for all.
POWER PANEL: Women, Girls & Stem
2025 Maura Award Recipients Jennifer Bartkowski, Dr. Nirupama “Rupa” DeSliva and Dr. Carine Feyten will explore how increasing representation in STEM not only empowers women and girls but also drives innovation, enhances problem-solving and strengthens the entire sector.
Fireside Chat with Cynt Marshall
As the first Black female CEO in the NBA, 2025 Maura Award Recipient Cynt Marshall’s leadership journey has been anything but typical. Learn about the mindset she maintains to survive and thrive through the unexpected and how it drives excellence in all she does.
YOUNG Leader “5-in-5’s”
Our 2025 Young Leader Award Recipients Haleigh Jones and Cristal Retana Lule will answer five questions in five minutes in interviews conducted by aspiring young journalists!
5:30 PM Cocktail Reception
6:30 PM
Awards Dinner & Celebration
Tickets & Sponsorships:
To learn more about this event and purchase a sponsorship, visit: https://txwf.org/join-us/events/lfac-event/
For those interested in sponsorship, contact: Joy Busch at maura@txwf.org or 214-525-5321
From the President & CEO
Dear TXWF Supporters -
A full year after joining Texas Women’s Foundation, I’m as energized and optimistic as I was on Day One!
That may sound strange given the challenges of the current climate –unprecedented in so many ways, but very familiar in others - a reminder that we have and can do hard things! The bottom line is we have to. The work of advancing Texas women and girls is just too important. And if not Texas Women’s Foundation, then who?
Guided by our research and focused on advocacy, TXWF remains committed to creating a society in which women and girls can fully participate. Through intentional grantmaking, we work to address the barriers to women’s economic security. And through evidence-based programming, we invest in women’s lifecycle leadership development – all of
which is made possible by YOU, our loyal donors!
Reflecting on the last year, I am especially grateful to a group of Board Alumnae who came together to help “build a bridge” to TXWF’s 40th Anniversary, which we’ll celebrate in the fall. Thank you to “Bridge Builders” Phyllis Bernstein, Julie Bleicher, Kalita Blessing, Sheila Gallagher, Bev Goulet, Retta Miller, Cecilia and Tim Norwood, Ann Ross, Becky Sykes, Ros Dawson Thompson and Kay Winzenried. With their support and guidance, we’ve raised $1.6M and counting to help stabilize the Foundation and begin building for the future. I am deeply grateful to each of these dedicated supporters for their partnership and friendship.
I am also grateful for the many corporate partners who have stepped up to support TXWF’s upcoming #BestSelf event and Leadership Forum & Awards Celebration.
I look forward to seeing you on May 8th to celebrate #StrongWomeBetterTexas.
Kindly,
Karen Hughes White President & CEO
PS – Please email me a kwhite@txwf. org to learn more about our Bridge to 40 “friend-raising” effort and how you can help us achieve our $2M goal.
A SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR PRESENTING PARTNERS
#StrongWomenBetterTexas Podcast
We are excited to launch our #StrongWomenBetterTexas Podcast to discuss topics that impact the lives of women, girls and families across our state, and how we can individually and collectively create solutions to build stronger women to create a better Texas.
Our first series, The State of Women in Texas, is powered by TXWF friend and longtime supporter Dodee Frost Crockett. This series of four podcasts takes a deep dive into the findings from the 2024 Economic Issues for Women in Texas. In these episodes, I’m joined by our lead researcher, advocates, and experts in child care, health care, and pay equity for insightful discussions on the economic barriers impacting women, families, and the future of our state.
Join us for these important conversations and discover how we
See all Corporate Partners Here: txwf.org/leadership
can all play a role in driving meaningful change for the 14.7 million women who call Texas home. Tune in and be part of the movement!
Episodes: Episode 1 | The Research and Methodology
This conversation features Coda Reyes-Garza, Director of Research for Every Texan who discusses the approach, methodology, production and findings of the 2024 Economic Issues for Women in Texas Report
EPISODE 2 | The Child Care Crisis
This eye-opening conversation with Kelsey Erickson Streufert, Chief Policy Advisor for Employers for Child Care and the Chief Public Affairs Officer for the Texas Restaurant Association dives into the issue of child care, how it impacts Texas’ workforce, and what can be done to create real solutions.
KAREN HUGHES WHITE
From the Board Chair
Friends -
As I look forward to welcoming you all to the 2025 Leadership Forum & Awards Celebration on May 8 to honor our 2025 Maura and Young Leader Award Recipients, I am also reflecting on my past two years serving as TXWF’s Board Chair.
It’s been an honor and privilege to serve the women and girls of Texas alongside all of you and to follow in the footsteps of the many talented and passionate volunteer leaders who have led the Foundation over the last 39 years. The unwavering commitment of our Past Presidents and Board Alumnae has been especially inspiring as TXWF has worked to navigate challenge and change. Thank you all for all you’ve done and continue to do in service to our mission!
Looking to the future, I am pleased to pass the torch to Incoming Board Chair, Cris Zertuche Wong. Cris is a transformational leader with an impressive resume. But it’s her heart for our mission that makes her the perfect fit. As the Foundation begins the work of future-focused strategic planning, Cris’ extensive experience in strategy execution and communications will be a great asset to TXWF.
I am deeply grateful to each of you who has stepped up to support Texas Women’s Foundation in the last two years by sharing your time, talent
EPISODE 3 | The Wage Gap
This powerful discussion with Gloria Blackwell, CEO of AAUW, shares valuable insights into how the wage gap drives economic insecurity for women and explore actionable steps we can take to close it—empowering strong women to build a better Texas.
“It’s been an honor and privilege to serve the women and girls of Texas”
and treasure. TXWF is a communitysupported organization, and YOU make the mission possible. YOU are the engine that helps drive social and economic change for the 14.7 million women and girls who call Texas home.
Thank you!
Carrie Freeman Parsons 2024-25 TXWF Board Chair
EPISODE 4 | Health Care
This important conversation with Kristen Lenau, Women’s Health Policy Director for Healthy Futures of Texas discusses the current state of women’s health care in Texas, the challenges faced, and the policy solutions that could make a difference.
CARRIE FREEMAN PARSONS
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Cris Zertuche Wong, Incoming Board Chair
Texas Women’s Foundation Releases Fifth Edition of The Economic Issues for Women in Texas Report
The 2024 Economic Issues for Women in Texas Report by Texas Women’s Foundation digs into the data around Texan women and families. It reveals alarming disparities that require urgent action.
While women comprise 46% of the state’s workforce—driving its unprecedented growth—the systemic barriers they face are costing Texas billions of dollars each year in lost productivity and potential.
• Women in Texas earn just 83% compared to their male counterparts and Black and Hispanic women earn even less.
• 27% of Texas women work in jobs with a median annual income of less than $20,000, while only 4 percent work in jobs with a median annual income of over $75,000.
• At 17%, Texas has the highest percentage of uninsured women nationwide; one in four full-time working women is uninsured.
• The cost of child care for an infant in Texas exceeds $9,300
per year, nearly equal to one year’s tuition at a state college.
• The childcare crisis is costing the state $11.4B annually in lost economic output.
• Despite women earning 58% of all college degrees in Texas, men with bachelor’s degrees make 41% more money; men with graduate degrees make 51% more.
The situation is even more dire for women of color, who represent 60% of Texas’s workingwomen. They face greater wage gaps, higher uninsured rates, and significant barriers to housing stability.
The Time to Act Is Now!
By 2040, Texas’s female population will grow to 18.5M, multiplying the impact of these disparities if left unaddressed. Without addressing the health insurance gap, for example, health losses in Texas are projected to reach $178.5B annually by 2040.
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Texas Women’s Foundation’s Young Women’s Initiative was at a peak in February as the efforts of the Young Women’s Advisory Council came to fruition with a visit to the Texas State Capitol. In partnership with Ignite, the Council and Ignite participants were affirmed of their power, both individually and collectively to create systems change for the issues that most impact their lives.
YWAC members include: Arantza De Jesus, El Paso Kenedi Houston, Dallas Julieta Martínez González, Fort Worth Amanda Chapa, Rio Grande City Sualeha Irshad, Mansfield Isabella Locicero, Paris
In the Senate Chambers of the Texas Capitol. Goals!
New Data: Texas Women and the Wage Gap
On March 25th, in recognition of Equal Pay Day, Texas Women’s Foundation released “Texas Women and the Wage Gap: A Corporate Leaders’ Guide to Driving Workforce Sustainability.” This corporate white paper, based on The 2024 Economic Issues for Women in Texas report, offers crucial insights for businesses and organizations aiming to support women in the workforce. The document presents key data and strategies to address the challenges faced by women, who make up 46% of the Texas workforce. By embracing these recommendations for workforce sustainability, companies can foster an environment where women and their families prosper, strengthening Texas’s economy and enhancing its resilience.
Work Smart Salary Negotiation Webinars
Based on the new wage gap data, Texas Women’s Foundation has partnered with American Association of University Women (AAUW) to offer free salary negotiation workshops. These webinars have trained more than 190,000 women to successfully advocate for themselves with confidence to negotiate for better benefits and pay.
May 15, 2025
6:00 – 7:00PM
To Download the full Key Facts & Register for Work Smart:
#AcceleratingAction at the State Capitol
In celebration of International Women’s Day, TXWF spent a full day at the State Capitol amplifying the voices of the 14.7 million women and girls who call Texas home.
We kicked off the day with a Press Briefing, standing in solidarity with Rep. Donna Howard, Sen. Molly Cook, Rep. Senfronia “Dean” Thompson, Rep. Gene Wu, Rep. Maria Luisa “Lulu” Flores, Rep. Claudia Ordaz, and Rep. Cassandra Garcia Hernandez, who continue to champion policies that help Texas women, girls and families thrive.
Next, we had the honor of being recognized in the Chamber of the House of Representatives alongside House Speaker Dustin Burrows and Rep. Rafael Anchia and a group of women legislators led by Rep. Donna Howard as they read a House Resolution highlighting TXWF’s nearly 40 years of impact and $85 million investment in driving social and economic change for Texas women and girls.
Our work didn’t stop there! We took to the Capitol halls, meeting with legislative aides to share The 2024 Economic Issues for Women in Texas Report, and advocating for the importance of health care access, affordable child care, stable housing, and educational opportunities as the the core pillars of women’s economic security, stability and success.
As the 89th Legislative Session unfolds, Texas Women’s Foundation is championing key Legislative Priorities with two primary focus areas: health care access and affordable child care. These issues are informed by The 2024 Economic Issues for Women in Texas Report and align with proposed legislation, creating valuable opportunities for collaboration and advocacy. We invite you to scan the QR code to explore our Legislative Priorities to learn more about the policies we’re supporting to build #StrongWomenBetterTexas.
Texas Women’s Foundation Raised Funds and Spirts at the 39th Annual Luncheon with Ann Curry
Texas Women’s Foundation held its 39th Annual Luncheon on November 1st at the Omni Dallas Hotel raising funds to continue advancing the lives of girls, women and their families.
Community Grant Awards Reception
Immediately prior to the luncheon, TXWF donors and grantees gathered for a reception honoring the organization’s 2024 Community Grant Awards recipients. With support from donors, fundholders and philanthropic partners, more than $867,000 was granted to 23 deserving non-profit organizations serving women and girls in North Texas.
Nineteen Check Network Grant Award
Our Nineteen supporters believe in the power of collective philanthropy to drive meaningful change in the fight to remove the barriers to women’s economic security and wellbeing. This year Nineteen awarded a $40,000 grant to Our Friends Place including funds for general operating support for their mission of supporting young women experiencing abuse, poverty, and homelessness in North Texas.
Board Alumnae Grant Award
Texas Women’s Foundation Board Alumnae granted $40,000 to The Lone Star Justice Alliance in 2024. These funds are being used to support the Alliance’s Just Sentencing initiative which uses strategic litigation and policy advocacy to challenge systemic failures affecting young people involved in the justice system.
Annual Luncheon
The luncheon began with a powerful spoken word performance by Miss Texas 2024, Annette Addo-Yobo. As a first-generation American woman holding this title, Annette knows firsthand what it means to overcome obstacles. In her piece titled “Texas Woman,” she spoke passionately about the need for women to own their worth and carry their truth forward despite persistent inequities and barriers.
TXWF’s 39th Annual Luncheon Chair and Executive Vice President, Head of Community Development and Corporate Responsibility for Texas Capital Bank, Effie Dennison thanked Annette, welcomed guests, and acknowledged event sponsors. “Guided by research that dives deeply into the economic issues facing women in Texas, Texas Women’s Foundation invests in grantmaking, advocacy and leadership training to help remove barriers for women and create opportunities for them to not only survive, but to thrive.”
TXWF’s 39th Annual Luncheon Chair and Executive Vice President, Head of Community Development and Corporate Responsibility for Texas Capital Bank, Effie Dennison
Miss Texas 2024, Annette Addo-Yobo
An inspiring video about Texas Women’s Foundation’s support providing legal representation for women and families facing eviction followed Effie’s remarks; and a video highlighting affordable child care for working families.
Texas Women’s Foundation’s President and CEO, Karen Hughes White said, “Each one of you in this room...power to change lives.”
At the Luncheon, attendees came together in an incredible show of generosity, contributing $62,000 to support the vital mission and lasting impact of Texas Women’s Foundation.
Emmy Award-winning journalist, Ann Curry, sat down for a meaningful conversation with host and Managing Editor of KERA’s Think, Krys Boyd.
Curry shared her experiences as one of the few women reporters breaking barriers in newsrooms dominated by men. She’s used her platform to bring humanity to her stories and shine a light on people’s lived experiences. Despite facing resistance, she fought tirelessly to stand up for what was right. Throughout her journey, she would envision future women journalists and remind herself that “the women are coming” to help elevate the field.
“You are now a part of the struggle and we’ve come a long way, but we haven’t crossed the finish line. Women fought to give you a voice. Use it.” – Anne Curry
SPONSORS
Initiator For Change Quantum Connections
Influencer For Change
Suzanne Ahn, M.D. Speaker Endowment Fund of
Pioneer For Change Facilitator for Change Possibilities Partner Ignitor For Change
for Change Energizers for Change
Texas Women’s Foundation President and CEO Karen Hughes White
Ann Curry and Krys Boyd
Ellenore Knight Baker and Roslyn Dawson Thompson Haynes Boone
The Men and Women of Hunt Consolidated
The Dallas Mavericks, Ernst & Young, Kimberly Clark, Texas Capital Bank
Building Community and Connections
Texas Women’s Foundation actively engages with our community through collective giving, advocacy, and development to advance our mission of creating a society where women and girls can thrive as full participants. In recent months, we’ve brought together donors, supporters, and friends to celebrate impact, learn from inspiring leaders, invest in our community, and enjoy meaningful connections. We are excited to continue serving as a gathering place for all who share our commitment to building #StrongWomenBetterTexas.
H100 | Winter 2024-Spring 2025 Updates
LLL & Grant Making:
H100 Latina Giving Circle ended their 2024 grant cycle with an exclusive grantee reception prior to the 2024 H100 Latina Living Legend and Ella awards ceremony on October 23, hosted at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science. Many gathered to celebrate and recognize Latinas who have made a lifetime of contributions to Latina women and girls in the Dallas-Fort Worth area through the Latina Living Legend award. Equally, the Emerging Latina Leader Award, recognizes Latina executives, contributing to our community and are well on the path to becoming LLL’s (Latina Living Legends) themselves.
Each H100 Latina Giving Circle awardee was also recognized amongst all attendees at the awards ceremony itself. Over the years, H100 LGC’s impact has been significant, totaling $786,000 awarded between 2019 and 2024 across various sectors including leadership, education, health, safety, and economic security.
Learn more or consider directly contributing by visiting: txwf.org/h100latinagivingcircle/
Executive Leadership Council Night of Insights & Connection
It was an incredible evening bringing together members of the Executive Leadership Council (ELC) and Texas Women’s Foundation Board of Directors to kickoff ELC at FiftyFive 70! The night was filled with meaningful networking and an inspiring fireside chat featuring Bespoke Beauty Brands CEO Stacey Tank in conversation with our President and CEO, Karen Hughes White.
Stacey shared invaluable insights on authentic leadership, growth, change, and the evolving world of social commerce. Guests left not only with new perspectives but also exclusive Jason Wu and KimChiChic goodies!
Here’s to more impactful conversations and connections ahead!
To learn more about the Executive Leadership Council contact, Krissy Barker: kbarker@txwf.org
Karen Hughes White, Stacey Tank and Cris Zertuche Wong
H100 Latina Giving Circle Attendees
Gloria Lopez Carter, Viola Delgado, Laura Estrada, Honorable Juan Jasso and Aracely Munoz
H100 Latina Giving Circle Co-chairs Jennifer Trevino and Maria Espinoza
Nineteen Network Invests and Connects
In addition to the $40,000 investment made to Our Friends Place during the 2024 Community Grant Cycle, the Nineteen Network has been busy fostering meaningful connections through engaging and interactive events.
Sip & Serve
On December 7th, the Nineteen Network and members of the community gathered for its annal community service project to prepare holiday goodies for women in need. More than 50 attendees joined to connect and pack 72 gift bags filled with essential items for female senior residents at The Senior Source, a long-time grantee that supports seniors and families with programs, and resources to support their financial well-being.
LitHERary Collective
Nineteen hosts a book club, LitHERary Collective, that gathers members for meaningful discussions around topics aligned
with Texas Women’s Foundation’s mission. On December 11th, members attended the fall virtual book club discussion on Caroline Criado Perez’s Invisible Women: Data Bias in a World Designed by Men, a book that exposes how the gender data gap and lack of data on women’s experiences and needs leads to systemic bias and discrimination.
BeSpoke BeYOUty Mixer
On February 26th, Nineteen held a beauty mixer hosted by BeSpoke Beauty Brands, a beauty brand led by CEO Stacey Tank that recently relocated its headquarters to Irving, TX. Supporters gathered to discuss the importance of self-care and how it fosters mental resilience and provides the self-assurance women need to build and sustain their confidence. They also enjoyed getting tips and tricks from makeup artist Ryan Sims (@ryansimsbeauty) on how we can look fresh, new, and completely ourselves while accentuating our best features.
Get Involved in Nineteen
We invite you to join our movement of collective philanthropy that is creating meaningful social and economic change for women and families in our communities. Texas women and girls have never needed it more!
Board Alumnae Holiday Gathering and Bubbles & Bows
Holiday Gathering
TXWF Board Alumnae came together on December 5th to celebrate the season at a festive holiday gathering hosted by Debbie Branson (TXWF Board Chair 1999-2000). The evening was filled with joy as guests reconnected with old friends, made new connections, and reflected on the incredible accomplishments of Texas Women’s Foundation throughout the year.
Bubbles & Bows
Board Alumna Marty Marks gathered with Board Alumnae on February 12th for an afternoon to share her giftwrapping genius. Alumnae had a fabulous time celebrating Galentine’s with their gal pals by sipping, snacking, and spreading joy through the magic of gift wrapping! They also made a meaningful impact by beautifully wrapping nail kits that were donated to the young girls of Girls Inc.
Anne Leary, Sheila Gallagher, Glenda Kemple, Karen Hughes White, Debbie Branson, Marianne Howard, Val Lawlor
Nineteen Network, TXWF staff and community members
Nineteen (italics) Network with Ryan Sims
Juna Jones-Moore, Veree Hawkins Brown, Tai Chapman and Marty Marks
For more information visit: www.txwf.org/get-involved/#events or contact: events@txwf.org
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WORK SMART VIRTUAL WEBINARS
MAY 15, 2025 | 6:00 – 7:00 PM
Based on the wage gap data, Texas Women’s Foundation has partnered with American Association of University Women (AAUW) to offer a free salary negotiation webinar. These webinars have trained more than 190,000 women to successfully advocate for themselves with confidence to negotiate for better benefits and pay. Register now: www.txwf.org/research
2025 Leadership Forum & Awards Celebration
MAY 8, 2025 | 4:00 – 8:00PM | OMNI DALLAS HOTEL
Join us for the annual Texas Women’s Foundation Leadership Forum & Awards Celebration honoring our 2025 Maura Award recipients and Young Leader awardees. Lean in and learn as they share their wisdom and inspiration during the Leadership Forum and join us for dinner and an Awards Celebration to follow as we work together to build #StrongWomenBetterTexas. Reserve your spot: www.txwf.org/leadership
40th Annual Luncheon
NOVEMBER 14 | 11:30AM- 1:00PM | OMNI DALLAS HOTEL
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Join us for another memorable afternoon where community, corporate and philanthropic leaders will gather to hear an insightful conversations. Find out more at: txwfluncheon.org
DONATE TO SUPPORT WOMEN & GIRLS:
Scan the QR code to donate or mail a check to: Texas Women’s Foundation 8150 N. Central Expressway, Ste. 110 Dallas, TX 75206
