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Letter from the President Letter from the Editor Board of Directors Community Advisory Board 2013-2014 Donors Annual Report Magnolia Ball Socially Speaking

The Junior League of Dallas is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. On the following pages, we invite you to explore how we live our mission.

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Community Program Those We Serve Community Volunteer Fair

Developing The Potential of Women Provisional Perspectives T. Boone Pickens Leadership Institute Lessons in Leadership Sustainer of the Year

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Improving The Community voluntarism:

as defined by Merriam-Webster: vol·un·ta·rism /’väləntə rizəm/ Noun 1: the principle or system of doing something by or relying on voluntary action or volunteers

Signature Impact Collective Impact Letters to the League Making Dallas Better

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First known use of voluntarism: 1838

Photo: Jason Cocklin ON THE COVER: (Clockwise from top center): JLD Volunteers at North Texas Food Bank, The Rise School of Dallas, Baylor Health Care System Foundation – Twice Blessed House, The Dallas Arboretum, Cancer Support Community North Texas, Cabel Elementary Provisional Project and Mayor Mike Rawlings and JLD President Julie Bagley pose with the BIG sign at our September meeting.

A Letter From Our President It is an honor and a great joy to serve as President of the Junior League of Dallas – “an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers.” Each of my 14 years has provided new experiences, new growth and a more profound appreciation for the mission, members and accomplishments of our organization. Over the past 93 years, JLD volunteers have made an incredible impact in Dallas. This year, as we continue our legacy of leadership and service, we will contribute approximately 130,000 volunteer hours and grant more than $1 million across six issue areas essential to a strong Dallas: Arts and Cultural Enrichment, Education, Family Preservation, Health, Poverty Intervention and Violence Intervention. The JLD has changed in many ways over the years – from 40 members to more than 5,000, and from an organization with few employed members to Photo: Rob Wythe one in which nearly 80 percent of Active members are employed outside the home. While we’ve continued to adapt to changing times and community needs, our commitment to training members for civic leadership and to creating a better community has remained constant. Anthropologist Margaret Mead once said, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” This statement is certainly true of the JLD. Whether serving as advocates for senior citizens, assisting students in completing college applications, teaching children about nutrition and healthy lifestyles, providing comfort to the sick or helping disadvantaged families find the resources they need to thrive, JLD members are changing lives and changing conditions. In addition to providing volunteer and financial support, JLD is equally committed to developing leaders. Each year, our members receive more than 26,000 hours of experiential and formal training on issue-based community impact and leadership development. Many of our members put their JLD leadership training into practice by serving on boards and coalitions and by leading a variety of business, civic and nonprofit organizations throughout our city. I am incredibly proud of the contribution JLD makes each year and I am grateful for each of you: our members, donors and community partners. I hope you enjoy this edition of the DallaCite as we a look back at the BIG impact we’ve made in the past year and celebrate the promise of our legacy for years to come.

Julie Bagley

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2014-2015 DallaCite Staff

A Letter From the Editor As I began working on this publication, I couldn’t help but think of the Dallas Convention & Visitors Bureau’s award-winning campaign, “Big Things Happen Here.” As you explore the story of our 93rd year, you will discover the Junior League of Dallas is a part of many BIG things happening in Dallas. Our city is undergoing tremendous change, with a thousand new residents a week and new buildings Photo: Kevin Gibbs going up on almost every corner. This growth provides BIG opportunities to impact our city, preserve our culture and influence our future. JLD prepares its members to do just that. Annually, we invest more than 26,000 hours to train our members to be some of our city’s most effective volunteers. The impact is BIG. As the 5,050 trained volunteers of JLD work to improve our community from the front lines of the most difficult issues to the C-suites of Dallas’ companies to leadership of community agencies across town - we celebrate emerging and accomplished leaders, share new initiatives and reflect on our strong traditions. When I joined the League in 2008, I could not have imagined what a BIG impact it would have on my life. I have made wonderful friends, grown as a leader and gained a deeper understanding of how to best serve our city. Likewise, I imagine Dallas in 1921 had little idea how BIG an impact a group of committed women volunteers would make over the next 93 years – and we are just getting started. It has been a privilege to serve as this year’s DallaCite Editor, working with old friends while making new ones. I hope you are inspired by our members and the efforts of our partner agencies.

Alison Beck

2014 – 2015 Editor

Editor: Alison Beck Assistant Editor: Jennifer Mills Contributing Writers: Adrienne Barrett, Allison Collister, Lizzie Dickerson, Emily Hoad, Jennifer Kling, Laura Pope, Sheri Senne, Laura Ward & Jennifer Wegman Design & Layout: Rachel Foster, Staff Liaison Cover & Center Spread: Black Lab Creative Printing: Greg Nieberding, Digital 3 Printing Photography: Cherie Callaway, Andrea Cheek, Jason Cocklin, Dana Driensky, Kevin Gibbs, Paul Gleiser, Michelle MacLeod. Kathryn Massey, Merrilee McClanahan, Lindsay Mitchell, Perot/Jason Janik, Megan Polito, Rob Wythe (Gittings) and Alex Yocum

Board of Directors Julie Bagley, President Meredith Mosley, President-Elect Kyle Huckaby, Administrative Vice President Amber Zable, Communications Vice President Nikki Webb, Community Vice President Jennifer Scripps, Development Vice President Alicia Hall, Financial Vice President Michelle Slaughter, Membership Vice President Brooke Bailey, Signature Projects Vice President Dana Ayres, Strategy Vice President Stuart Newsome, Recording Secretary Sarah Morgan, Training Vice President Meredith Camp, Sustaining Advisor Junior League of Dallas 8003 Inwood Road Dallas, TX 75209-3335 214-357-8822 JLD.net

BIG Things Happen Here JLD is proud to be part of Dallas. We sincerely thank the Dallas Convention & Visitors Bureau for allowing us to use their BIG campaign as inspiration for 3 the 93rd edition of DallaCite. 3

2014 -2015 B OARD O F DI RECTO R S The Junior League of Dallas is led by 13 extraordinary women who tirelessly guide every aspect of our organization to bring our commitment to Dallas and our founding principles to life. We asked them a variety of questions about their JLD and Dallas experience. Here are the highlights:

JULIE BAGLEY President 14 Active Years

MEREDITH MOSLEY President Elect 13 Active Years

KYLE HUCKABY Administrative Vice President 8 Active Years

AMBER ZABLE Communications Vice President 12 Active Years

NIKKI WEBB Community Vice President 14 Active Years

JENNIFER SCRIPPS Development Vice President 9 Active Years 4

What is something people don’t know about JLD? There are still people who think Junior League members only attend meetings and plan fundraisers. The truth is we are on the front-lines of the most critical needs in our city - rocking infants at Methodist Hospital, building homes for Habitat for Humanity, mentoring high-school students at the Boys & Girls Club, comforting the elderly at The Senior Source and much more. Why did you join JLD? To serve in the Dallas community through agencies, which are well-vetted and impactful.

Why did you join JLD? My family moved a lot growing up. My mom was in the League and transferred each time we moved, so she could meet people and learn about the community. I wanted the same experience.

How has JLD helped you personally? When I was Brand Strategy Chair, my professional job wasn’t terribly fulfilling. Working on the League Brand Campaign allowed me to use my skills on behalf of the League I am so proud of and kept my energy up. Professionally, I was able to showcase the work, which helped me move into a role that is a better fit. What is something people don’t know about JLD? JLD trains the next generation of philanthropic leaders. The skills we learn and the connections we make truly change and transform Dallas.

How has JLD helped you professionally? Managing and motivating volunteers makes you a better manager in a traditional workplace. You learn to keep the mission front and center, build consensus and thank people again and again!

. . . big c om m i tments ALICIA HALL Financial Vice President 6 Active Years

MICHELLE SLAUGHTER Membership Vice President 7 Active Years

STUART NEWSOME Recording Secretary 10 Active Years

BROOKE BAILEY Signature Projects Vice President 5 Active Years

DANA AYRES Strategy Vice President 10 Active Years

SARAH MORGAN Training Vice President 9 Active Years

MEREDITH CAMP Sustaining Advisor 12 Active Years 5 Sustainer Years

What is something people wouldn’t guess about you? I have a huge passion for running. I have completed three half-marathons in the last couple of years.

Favorite Dallas memory: Running across the Margaret Hunt-Hill Bridge when it opened along with hundreds of Dallasites.

How has JLD helped you professionally? I have always worked in small offices. Junior League has given me the opportunity to work with larger committees and supervise more individuals. I cannot even say how much the leadership skills I learned through JLD and the T. Boone Pickens Leadership Institute have helped me. How has JLD helped you personally? JLD provides an avenue to go out into the community and make a difference. I have also met some of my closest friends through JLD.

Why did you join JLD? It’s a family tradition. I remember my mother’s Active days well - from her placements at what is now CASA and EQUEST to the Follies Variety Show.

How has JLD helped you personally? As a volunteer, you get to know Dallas’ issues and current events. I’ve developed a greater appreciation for our city and its people because of my involvement with the League.

What is something people don’t know about JLD? The caliber of women is amazing. Many know our service, but don’t understand how well trained our volunteers are in strategic thinking and planning. Photos: Michelle MacLeod & Rob Wythe (Gittings)

CO MMU NIT Y ADVI SO RY BOARD The Community Advisory Board is a group of trusted, high-level advisors for the Junior League of Dallas. Drawing on diverse professional and community experience, they provide strategic guidance in assessing community needs and help communicate the Leagueâ€™s purpose and programs to the community. Thank you to our Community Advisory Board for generously sharing your time and expertise.

Joel Allison, FACHE President & CEO Baylor Scott & White Health

Norm Bagwell Chairman & CEO Bank of Texas

Dolores Barzune Community Volunteer

Paula Blackmon Sr. Exec. Intergovernmental Relations & Community Engagement Dallas ISD

Gillian Breidenbach Senior Vice President Bank of America Charitable Foundation

Chief David Brown Chief of Police Dallas Police Department

Brent Christopher President & CEO Communities Foundation of Texas

Patti Clapp Community Volunteer

Cynde Coulson Managing Director Sirius Solutions, LLP

Trisha Cunningham Chief Citizenship Officer Texas Instruments

Scott Flannery Chief Executive Officer UnitedHealthcare North Texas

Noelle LeVeaux Senior VP & CMO Dallas Convention & Visitors Bureau

Scott Murray President & CEO Murray Media

Cynthia Nunn Community Volunteer

Rick Ortiz President & CEO Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Honorable Jeanne Phillips Senior VP, Corporate Affairs & International Relations Hunt Consolidated, Inc.

Holly Reed Regional VP of External Affairs AT&T

Lauren Mutti Partner 4 Jackson Walker, LLP

. . . big di fference “The most significant JLD impact is the identification, development and mentoring of the next generation of leaders in our community. JLD is helping build and sustain a better Dallas.”

Deedie Rose Community Volunteer

Jim Rose Regional Vice President Belk

David Rosenberg Partner Thompson & Knight, LLP

Norm Bagwell Chairman & CEO Bank of Texas

“JLD training transcends normal training because it is serious, rigorous, strategic in nature and high level in results. Having a JLD volunteer is the best possible thing that can happen to any agency!”

Brint Ryan CEO & Managing Partner Ryan

Jennifer Sampson President & CEO United Way of Metropolitan Dallas

Nicole Small President & Chief Philanthropy Officer Lyda Hill Foundation

Honorable Jeanne L. Phillips Senior VP, Corporate Affairs & International Relations Hunt Consolidated, Inc.

“JLD has the courage to imagine things that haven’t been done before. I’m impressed with how JLD has learned to adapt to a rapidly changing environment for the betterment of our community.”

Jeff Staubach Managing Director Jones Lang LaSalle

Paula Strasser Director, Business Leadership Center SMU Cox School of Business

Michelle Thomas VP, Global Philanthropy & Community Relations JPMorgan Chase Foundation

Jennifer Sampson President & CEO United Way of Metropolitan Dallas

“JLD is our city’s “go to” organization. The premiere training organization for the next generation of women who will lead Dallas; the women of JLD know how to get it done.”

Rosyln Dawson Thompson President & CEO Dallas Women’s Foundation

Crayton Webb VP, Corporate Communications & Corporate Social Responsibility Mary Kay Inc.

Jean White Partner Deloitte Consulting, LLP

Crayton Webb VP, Corporate Communications & Corporate Social Responsibility Mary Kay Inc. 5

THANK YOU 2013-2014 DONORS $50,000 and Above Lyda Hill Foundation Moneygram Foundation Sewell Texas Instruments The Hilton Anatole Hotel $25,000 - $49,999 Belk Dallas Southwest Osteopathic Physicians, Inc. Dallas Women’s Foundation Kohl Foundation KPMG, LLP Mary Kay Inc. Park Place Dealerships Sparkman Hillcrest UnitedHealthcare US Trust/Bank of America $10,000 - $24,999 Baker Botts, LLP Bank of Texas Baylor Scott & White Health BBVA Compass Bank Chuck E. Cheese’s Community Trust Bank Joe Garza Sr. Aimee & Paul Griffiths Dr. & Mrs. William P. Huckin T.C. Lupton, Jr. Family Foundation Hunt Consolidated, Inc. Inwood National Bank Nordstrom Plainscapital Bank Ryan Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas $5,000 - $9,999 A.L. Chilton Foundation Atmos Energy Corporation Julie & Scott Bagley Emily & Danny Canete CBRE Cole Real Estate Investments Colliers International Linda P. Custard Ebby Halliday Companies Laura & David Johnson KDC Development, LLC McKool Smith, PC Wendy & Boyd Messmann Methodist Health System Foundation Mike A. Myers Foundation Parkland Foundation Margot & Ross Perot The Vin & Caren Prothro Foundation Katherine & Eric Reeves Stream Realty Partners The Agnes Cluth Oliver Foundation The Theodore & Beulah Beasley Foundation, Inc. Tom Thumb Trammel Crow Company $2,500 - $4,999 Ashley & Marcus Allen Elizabeth & Justin Allen Ruth Altshuler Melissa Boler 6

Brahmin Sharon & Henri L. Bromberg, III Clampitt Paper Company Clotheshorse Anonymous, Inc. Comstock Resources Donorbridge Fund of Communities Foundation of Texas Karen & Bill Douning J.M. Haggar, Jr. Family Foundation Front Door Fashion Alicia & Andrew Hall Harold Simmons Foundation Sharon Jett Kashi Ellen & John Mcstay Mockingbird Station Meredith & Matt Mosley Kate & Keith Newman Christina & Tim Norris Sara Novikoff & Sean Kremin Occidental Chemical Corporation Erin & Stephen Pope Elizabeth S. Post Amy & Corey Prestidge Red Door Spas/Elizabeth Arden Republic Title/First American Title Mr. & Mrs. Brian Rose Rosewood Foundation Jennifer & Andy Scripps The Concentre Group – Heather & Kevin Bonfield The Gil & Dody Weaver Foundation Cachet & Bill Weinberg $1,000 - $2,499 Peggy Allison Emy Lou & Jerry Baldridge Heather Barthlow Judy & Craig Canon Elloine & William H. Clark Kathy & Harlan Crow Elizabeth & Lance Deal Elise Elam Dr. & Mrs. B. Henry Estess, Jr. Mr. & Mrs. Clifford R. Fischer Elizabeth & Eric Gambrell Tricia & Kenn George Sharon & David Gleeson Margaret & Douglas H. Hunt Invesco Realty Advisors Katherine Lalonde Live Nation Sharon & Tom Mcnearney Jennifer Mosle Debby & Nickey Oates Mildred Oppenheimer John G. Penson Nancy E. Perot Jen Kappelmann Peterson Kristee Rouse Christa & Ketric Sanford Nancy C. Seay Mr. & Mrs. Ben H. Sparkman Mersina & Phin Stubbs, Jr. Judy & John Temple $999 and Under Anonymous Deborah Adams Lindalyn Adams

Dianne Adleta Ashley Agnew Eileen Aguilar Michelle Alden Jennifer & John Alexander Diana Alford Diane Allison Mr. & Mrs. Joe Altick Jessica Anderson Kay Anderson Rachael Anderson Sarah Andrews Hannah Andrus Antiques Too Carissa Antone Margaret Apgar Evelyn L. Ashley Kim Askew Caroline Atkins Dana & Brad Ayres Janie Babcock Deidre & Chris Bacala Brooke Bailey Heather & Ray Balestri Adrienne Barrett Andrea Bart Emily Base Cynthia & Brice Beaird Susan Bell Meredith Lynn Berger Between the Covers, Sustainer Book Club Lisa Bhattacharya Amanda Billings Brandi Billings Meredith & Rick Bjorck Charlotte Black Georgia Sue Black Elizabeth Blackwell Lauren Blitzer Bluebonnet Garden Club Adrienne Bommarito Debbie Boon Tillie Borchers Sara Bould Elizabeth Wreford-Boyd Catherine & Matthew Brady Roxanne Bredy Brenda Brooks Michele Bruning Anne Bunten Tracy Burgess Emily Buss Richard Card Ann B. Carelock Sis Carr Mary Elizabeth & Richard Carrell Jamie Carroll Leslie Carroll Christie Gayden Carter Molly Cash Mrs. Fred W. Catterall, III Charlotte Caudill Clare Buie Chaney Kendall Childers Lauren Childress Stephanie Chilpala Tedi Clancy Nora Clark Joanna Clarke Elizabeth Cline Anna Cobbs Sheridan Coerver Amy Cole

Lisa Collins Melissa Cooksey Frances Cordell Bailee Crowder Elizabeth Cruz Lucky Cullum Christy Cummins Wynne Mcnabb Cunningham Elizabeth Dacus Roni Dasgupta Elizabeth Davis Paula & Luke Davis Roslyn Dawson Thompson Alicia & Peter Dean Kimberly Dean Tiffany Deanda The Decherd Foundation Elizabeth Disch Stephanie Dolan Amy Domyan Leslie Duncan Sarah Dunning Mr. & Mrs. George S. Dutter, Jr. Michelle & Mark Early Rebecca Edmerson Sybil Edwards Jennifer Eells Hayley Ellison Alice Esquivel Ellie Fanning Dr. Baranda J. Fermin Katharine Fife Catherine S. Finn Kay Fiske Alexandra Froebe Maggie Fulton Suzanne Gaberino Kathryn Gagnon Brianne Galloway Kyle Galbraith Stephanie Gause Courtney Gear Angela Geftos Linda Gibbons Margot H. Gill Melissa Gioldasis Lori Glanzer Jamie Glass Lori Goddard Andrea Severin Goins Wendy B. Goldman Becky Gomez Margo Goodwin Shanha Goodwyn Corey Gray Jane And Greg Greene Louise & Guy Griffeth Lauren Hafernick Rebecca Haines Celia Hall Randi & Edward Halsell Grace Hamlin Sally Hanna Elisabeth Harden Katelyn Harner Andi Harrill Pamela Harris Susan Hawkins Linday Hazard Kaylan Heckelsberg Pamela Henderson Rue & Tuck Henry Lisa Hewitt Theresa Hill Katherine Hoak

Rebecca Hobson Marjorie Hopkins Sheila & Houston Holmes Sarah Holton Paige Hornback Kristen & Bill Howell Jane Hughes Leslie Humphrey Shayan Ismail Deanna Naugles Jack Casey Jackson Linda B. Jackson Pamela Jackson Alexandria Jacobs Susan Wells Jenevein Amber Jenkins Ann Frances & Cliff Jury Kristina Kaltenbach Christine Kamerer Mr. & Mrs. Steve Kardell Kathy & Kevin Kelley Sally Kelley Laura & Guy Kellogg Amy Kerr Jennifer Knox Kylie Kulwicki Julie Kursh Megan Lackey Kerri Lai Suzanne Laidlaw/ Acquisitions Two Jane & John Lancaster Lisa Marie Lange Caytie Langford Alana Latiolas Valerie Lawlor Shannon Lewis Shana Lindsey The Lind Family Foundation of The Dallas Foundation Lisa P. Little Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Long Meredith Lynch Chelsea Macgregor Laurie Ann Mackey Celeste Maes Wilma Malhiot Anne Mann Lila & Schulyer Marshall April Martin Betty & John Martin Kate Martin Alissa Martine Sara & David Martineau Amy & Scott Martinez Meredith Mathews Katlin Maw Becky Mayad Chelsea MacGregor Paige W. McDaniel Elisabeth & Gregg McHugh Margaret Elizabeth McKissack Kelley McLain Meredith McLean Carmen & E.G. McMillan Meg McMills Heather McNamara Sally & Ted McPherson Maureen Milligan Nicole Mills Nancy Montgomery Ruth Ann Montgomery Sarah & Robert Morgan Kelly Morton Caitlyn Mulligan

...big hearts Sameera Murad Kimberly Murphy Betsy & Steve Myers Deanna Naugles-Jack Diane Nealon Margaret & Jonathan Neubauer Flora Neuhoff Stuart J. Newsome Darcey Newsum Becky & Ron Odlozil Dee O’neill-Warren Donna & Jeff Osborne Katie Oswald Alissa Payne Pamela Perella Angela Perry Melissa Persons Megan Pharis Lyndsay Pleas Auburn Pope Gay Porter Michal Powell Megan N. Price Monica Pritchett Marjorie Purnell Margaret Purse Lutetia Raley Staceye Randle Kathleen & Christopher Ray Rebecca R. Sykes Fund – Dallas Women’s Foundation Morgan Regan Amanda Reynolds Michele Reynolds Beverly Rice Nancy Riddle Pamela Riddle Katie & Mark Robbins Diane Roberts Heather & Ritch Roberts Francesca Robertson Alice Rogers Desiree Rogers Lisa Rogers Bryanna & Thomas Roop Veronica Roper Kristy Rorschach Deedie Rose Kristee Rouse Joann Ryan Elise M. Saab Blake Sachs Dr. Khashayar Sakhaee & Ann Heard-Sakhaee Gigi Potter Salley Amy Schisler Summer Schock Kathryn C. Schoeberlein Lorien Schoelkopf Kayla Schroeder Sarash Schulman Kristine Schwope Carol Seay Stephanie Seay Brook Sebesta Sandra Secor Elizabeth & Doug Selzer Sabrina Shaikh Kendall Shiffler Dorian Shockley Mr. & Mrs. Geroge A. Shutt Martye Simmons D’Andra Simmons-Lock Candice Sims Michelle & Michael Slaughter

Erin Smith Jennifer Smith Janet & Norman Smith Monica Egert Smith Sawnie Smith Rita A. Smullin Danielle Sparks Katy Spicer Squires & Company Tracy & David Steiner Anne & Steve Stodghill Sally Stout Paula & Bob Strasser Rachel Strats Mr. & Mrs. Lawrence D. Stuart, Jr. Holly Sudbury Deborah & Craig Sutton Dr. Robert & Lara Tafel Patty Talley Cynthia Tanner Mary Terry TH Designs & Gifts Heather Hicks Genna Thomas Evonne Thigpen Lisa Tichenor Virginia Tigue Kathy & Lamar Tims Crystle Tipton Katie Titus Micaela Titus Nicole Tolentino Cindy Tonnessen Topics & Trends Study Group Mrs. Judy Throwbridge Jo Tuck Whitney Turner Underwood Perkins, P.C. William J. Underwood, Jr. Paulina Van Pelt W.P. & Bulah Luse Foundation Morgan Wade Alexandra Wales Emily Wall Paige Wallace Tara Walters Nikki & Crayton Webb Jennifer Wegman Laura Wieland Mr. & Mrs. William R. Wiggins Janis Wilbert Mr. & Mrs. W. Phillip Whitcomb Jean White Lori & Warren Whitlow Laura Wieland Brittny Williams Mari Williams Rachel L. Williams Mr. & Mrs. J. D. Williamson Miranda Wilson Sherry Wilson Alexandra Wolden Krystle Bicknell Womack Kristin Woods Shareea Woods Jan Worrall – Worrall Foundation Amber Zable Dawn Zegub Virginia Zimmerly

Commemorative Giving Nancy O’Neil in memory of Mary Dunlap Margot Gill in memory of Peggy Thompson Kate Newman in memory of Nancy Mostert Flanagan Kate Newman in honor of Melinda Cato Cross Kate Newman in memory of George Seminoff Heather Roberts in honor of Leigh Anne Haugh Heather Roberts in honor of Paige McDaniel Kate Newman in memory of Charles Robert “Bob” Wilson Peggy Allison in memory of Patsy Weichsel Leigh Anne Haugh in honor of Linda Seacrest Kristine Schwope in honor of Elizabeth Post Valerie Prowell in honor of Erin Pope David Burgher in honor of Pamela Burgher Ruth Daniel in memory of Marion Lou Coyle Rowland Robinson in memory of James E. Pridgen, M.D. Cordelia Boone in memory of Debbie Taylor David Dawson in honor of Linda Custard Donna Osborne in memory of Evelyn Ann Eastabrooks Dawna Richter in memory of Michael O’Neil Jennifer Alexander in memory of Carole Storey’s Father Melissa Repko in memory of Catherine Cannon Marguerite McClinton in honor of DeVonne McClinton Peggy Allison in memory of Josephine Nash Lydia Novakov in honor of Heather Roberts Cindy Tonnessen in honor of Heather Roberts Gem-Ann Doenges in honor of Heather Roberts Leigh Anne Haugh in honor of Heather Roberts Joanna Clarke in honor of Heather Roberts Jennifer Scripps in honor of Heather Roberts

What your donation provides:

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$40 $50 $100 $250 $500 $1,000 $1,500 $2,000 $5,000 $10,000

Supplies to teach English to students at the Dallas Public Library Admission to area attractions for homeless children in Family Gateway’s Discover Dallas program Supplies for the Earth Keepers student education program at Texas Discovery Gardens Weekend meals for 20 Dallas ISD elementary students Events that improve the quality of life for The Senior Source clients Books for 150 low-income children to read with their parents Assistance to disadvantaged students preparing for and applying to college A meaningful, creative activity for 1,650 special needs visitors at the Dallas Museum of Art Cultural and educational programs for women leaving the sex industry through New Friends New Life A horse for EQUEST’s therapeutic riding program Funds at least five Grants for Innovative Teaching

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WHY WE GIVE “Supporting Junior League is much like watching a pebble drop into a pool of water – both have a ripple effect that extends well beyond the initial action, gradually spreading outward and ultimately broadening in impact. I’m confident that whether it’s through the financial assistance they provide, the operational training they conduct, or the community service they perform, the Junior League will always use its resources to reach as far into the community as possible in order to affect meaningful change in our community.” Lyda Hill Community Philanthropist

“We have partnered with JLD for several years in various capacities, but appreciate specifically, the Community Grants Presentation, which allows us to leverage our activities and make impacts throughout the community.” Bob White Dallas Market Executive The Private Bank, Bank of Texas

Proudly supporting the Junior League of Dallas and its commitment to improving our community.

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2013 - 2014 ANNUAL REPORT Revenue $2,349,791

Expenses $2,145,020

Membership dues/fees: $985,155 Net fundraising activities: $585,765 Investment appreciation (Realized/Unrealized): $574,834 Contributions: $111,846 Investment income: $92,191

Community programs: $1,682,523 General & administrative: $252,911 Association dues: $122,857 Training & education: $86,729

Our community needs your support more than ever. We invite you to partner with us and make a difference. There are a variety of ways to donate: • An underwriting contribution to our Community Service Fund supports our nonprofit agencies and community service projects. 9

Ball & Luncheon: $567,393 Auction & Casino Party: $18,372

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Making a Donation Each year, we provide more than $1 million to our community thanks to our generous donors. Each dollar given is tripled in value by our volunteers’ time tripling your investment.

Fundraising Activities $585,765

• A planned gift can be designated for the Community Service Fund, the Training and Support Fund (which funds building operations and staff salaries) or the Endowment Fund (which maintains our headquarters building). Please discuss this type of gift with your estate planner or attorney. We have been a fixture in the Dallas community for 93 years. Your gift will strengthen Dallas community in the next 93 years. To donate, visit JLD.net/donate or email underwriting@JLD.net.

GENERAL STATISTICS

5,050 Total Members 421 Provisionals

1,797 Actives 2,832 Sustainers

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BEVERLY CAHILL Ball Chair

LYNN MCBEE Honorary Ball Chair

The Junior League of Dallas is fortunate to have Beverly Cahill serve as the 2015 Ball Chair. Her contributions as a member of the League and her years of service to numerous organizations in the Dallas community have prepared her for this role.

Lynn McBee, a past JLD president and one of our city’s most tireless philanthropists, is this year’s Honorary Ball Chair. Few can compete with Lynn’s energy and passion for giving back. She shares her time with several boards, advisory councils and committees, while leading several notable events, including serving as the Chairman of the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge Opening Weekend Celebration, the Centennial Dinner Chairman for the Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas Celebration and Tocqueville Society Chairman and 25th Anniversary Chairman for The United Way of Metropolitan Dallas, among many others. Currently, she is Chairman Emeritus and Life Member of the Board of Directors of the Visiting Nurse Association and serves as a Board Member for The Trinity Trust.

During her 10 years in the League, Beverly has served in many roles, including Recording Secretary and Underwriting Chair. She is a past Provisional Project Coordinator and is a graduate of the T. Boone Pickens Leadership Institute Advanced Track. Outside the League, Beverly has honed her leadership skills through contributions to the Genesis Women’s Shelter, Community Partners of Dallas, Park Cities Republican Women and the International Women’s Insolvency and Restructuring Confederation. Beverly has proudly called Dallas home since completing law school in 2001. A graduate of Texas Christian University and Baylor School of Law, she currently manages her own practice, Beverly Cahill Law, PLLC, as a solo practitioner specializing in creditor’s rights, commercial litigation and bankruptcy. Outside the office, she is the doting mother of three amazing children— Nicholas, 7, Chloe, 7, and Ainsley, 5, and two furry children, Bijou and Max. “As a resident of the Dallas community for over a decade, I have seen it transform into a dynamic, innovative city that thrives on the energy of its many business leaders, entrepreneurs, city officials, philanthropists and community volunteers,” says Beverly. “I can only imagine that if Dallas had not received the countless hours and dollars that the League has given to our community for the past 93 years, it would not be the incredible, first-class city that it is today. I am so honored to identify myself as a member of the very best League in the world.”

Profiles by Sheri Senne

Lynn has touched countless lives through her time and dedication, raising hundreds of thousands of dollars for organizations and the people they serve. As a graduate of The University of Texas at Austin, Lynn received a Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry. For the past 22 years, she has worked as a consultant with New England Biolabs, a privately held biotech firm. Recently, she was named the chief executive officer of the Foundation for the Education of Young Women. Lynn is a graduate of Leadership Dallas and Legacy Dallas. She was awarded the NorthStar for her leadership and work with The Arts Community Alliance in 2007. In 2008, she also received the “Rising Star” award from The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Dallas and was recognized as the “Honored Philanthropist” at the Children’s Cancer Fund Luncheon. Lynn, an avid runner, has competed in several marathons. She and her husband, Allen, have been married for 14 years.

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Arts & Cultural Enrichment 289 volunteers; $80,834

Dallas Arboretum

Dallas Museum of Art

Dallas Zoological Society

Musical Therapy

Perot Museum of Nature & Science

Education 129 volunteers; $129,057 7

Boys & Girls Club of Greater Dallas

Communities in Schools

Dallas Tennis Association

Friends of the Dallas Public Library

Lumin Education

Notre Dame School

Rise School of Dallas

Texas Discovery Gardens

Family Preservation 175 volunteers; $78,790

Baylor Health Care System Foundation Our Children’s House

Baylor Health Care System Foundation Twice Blessed House

Momentous Institute

Promise House

Ronald McDonald House of Dallas

St. Philip’s School & Community Center

Trinity River Mission

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Highland Park

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Health 239 volunteers; $193,763

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Cancer Support Community North Texas

Children’s Medical Center

EQUEST

Methodist Medical Center

Parkland Health & Hospital System

The Senior Source

Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas

Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children

Poverty Intervention 135 volunteers; $154,092

Old East Dallas

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Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity

Family Gateway

Interfaith Housing Coalition

New Friends New Life

North Dallas Shared Ministries

North Texas Food Bank

Vickery Meadow Learning Center

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Community Partners of Dallas

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Dallas CASA

Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center

The Family Place

Genesis Women’s Shelter

Our Friends Place

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THOSE WE SERVE Perot Museum of Nature and Science Issue Area: Arts and Cultural Enrichment Volunteers: 65 Funding: $19,000 Year round, JLD Volunteers assist in inspiring minds with nature and science through camps and museum sleepovers. Last year, the Perot Museum gave our Provisionals an opportunity to help plan, prepare for and volunteer at the FIRST LEGO® League Regional Championship Tournament. Participants ages 9 to 14 flexed their competitive muscles in this creative tournament.

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“The FIRST LEGO® League Tournament was a fun, inspiring day for participants and volunteers alike. The students impressed us with their science and technology skills, as well as their attitudes and teamwork.” Lindsey Griffin 2013 – 2014 Provisional Project Chair Communities in Schools (CIS) Issue Area: Education Volunteers: 11 Funding: $5,000 A strong start can make a huge impact on a child’s education. CIS helps at-risk students stay in school, achieve academically and graduate. During 2013-2014, JLD volunteers tutored 360 at-risk Dallas ISD students in one-on-one and group tutoring sessions. Volunteers serve as role models to students, while tutoring in all academic areas including math, reading and writing.

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“CIS is really in tune with today’s educational environment and its challenges. Our volunteers have the opportunity to be part of a comprehensive intervention in the lives of at-risk students, providing them a safe place to learn and grow.” Jennifer Jones-Jarc 2014 – 2015 Project Chair Momentous Institute (formerly Salesmanship Club and Youth and Family Centers) Issue Area: Family Preservation Volunteers: 11 Funding: $3,000

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Since 1920, the Momentous Institute has helped children achieve their full potential in school through individually tailored therapeutic services. Their annual Changing the Odds Conference provides training for 700 education and mental health professionals. JLD volunteers assist at the conference, then provide administrative support at multiple campuses and host professional training events throughout the year. “It’s inspiring to aid in The Momentous Institute’s impressive impact. One of the greatest parts of the placement is the first-hand interaction with families in the therapy program and the children at J. Erik Jonsson Community School.” Sarah Leverett Charbonnet 2013 - 2014 Project Chair

...big support Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas Issue Area: Health Volunteers: 15 One of the newest agencies in the Community Program is Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas – an 898-bed hospital that treats some of the most complicated cases in North Texas. As Volunteer Patient Ambassadors, JLD members have the opportunity to work with patients across the hospital in the areas of neurology, orthopedics, rehabilitation, oncology, heart & vascular, medical/surgical and digestive health. “This provides a unique opportunity for our volunteers, allowing them to help patients and their families when they need it most.” Erin McKie 2014 - 2015 Project Chair

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New Friends New Life Issue Area: Poverty Intervention Volunteers: 15 Funding: $12,000 New Friends New Life works with formerly trafficked girls and sexually-exploited women and their children to help them build new lives. JLD Children’s Volunteers play games and help with homework, crafts and other activities. Resource Center Volunteers help women in the program build life skills like budgeting, resume writing, job searching, computer training and GED test preparation, as well as college preparation and enrollment assistance. “I found this agency is always forward thinking. They diligently and effectively working with these women and their children to overcome their background, while working to bring the sex trafficking industry to an end.” Megan Polito 2013 - 2014 Project Chair

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Dallas CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) Issue Area: Violence Intervention Volunteers: 25 Funding: $52,000 On an average day in Dallas County, more than 2,000 abused and neglected children live in foster care because their homes are no longer safe. Dallas CASA works to place the children in safe, permanent and loving homes. Today, JLD volunteers advocate for 60-75 abused and neglected children in protective care. “Volunteers only have one or two cases at a time, allowing them to get to know the children and make accurate recommendations to the judges for permanent placements. These volunteers are frequently the only source of stability for these children during a frightening, uncertain time.” Lana Harder 2013 - 2014 Project Chair By Jennifer Kling & Laura Pope

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COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER FAIR By Jennifer Mills Since 1998, the Junior League of Dallas has hosted an annual Community Volunteer Fair to promote voluntarism to the Dallas community and connect JLD members with the agencies we support. More than 1,000 members attend annually. “The Community Volunteer Fair is a fun and informative way for JLD members to ‘shop’ all of the amazing community placements that are available. There really is something for everyone! After spending time at the Fair, it is our hope and goal that each member feels comfortable selecting the best placement for her in the coming year,” said Jennifer Scripps, 2014 Community Volunteer Fair Coordinator. At the event, agencies tell their stories to our members, as well as the Saturday shoppers. Members choose their next placement in a highly social, interactive setting. Some bring their families, while others coordinate with their JLD friends.

You’re Invited... Join us Feb. 7, 2015 at NorthPark Center. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Learn about the agencies we will support in 2015 - 2016. Bring your family to the Kids in the Kitchen booth for games, recipes, fitness and nutrition tips and giveaways.

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“The JLD Community Volunteer Fair is one of our favorite days of the year! It is always such a treat to see friends who have done their placement with us in the past, as well as meet the women who will help strengthen our agency in the years ahead.” Joanna Clarke Vice President of Development Community Partners of Dallas 18

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PROVISIONAL PERSPECTIVES By Lizzie Dickerson Each year, hundreds of women join the Junior League of Dallas as Provisional members. They are as diverse as our city and represent a range of professions. We invite you to meet two of our newest members from the Provisional Class of 2013 – 2014. A Provisional with Passion Before Alzada Benton joined JLD, she had already dedicated her life to helping others. While presenting a grant to the Crystal Charity Ball Committee, she met Caren Prothro and other JLD alumnae whose stories convinced her she had to join the League and take her community service and leadership skills to the next level. Alzada always dreamed of medical school; however, a friend encouraged her apply her talent and passion for helping people to her career. As a licensed professional counselor supervisor, Alzada provides crisis intervention and family counseling for at-risk students in Red Oak ISD. This year, she will serve as a Girls’ Night Out Assistant at the St. Phillips School & Community Center. “For me, JLD is a way of showing and teaching love as you give your time to connect and help others. It’s our purpose,” says Alzada. A Legacy Continues Native Dallacite and JLD legacy, Page Pustmueller grew up surrounded by the values of servant leadership. “Ultimately, I joined the League to give back to the community that has served me so well,” Page explained enthusiastically. When it came time to choose a Provisional project, Page selected “Play Like A Girl.”

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The goal was to create an educational play day for young girls, teaching them how to build a strong foundation of nutrition and exercise. “It was inspiring to see how each woman brought her unique strengths and resources to the project,” said Page. In her first Active year, Page will serve as a Provisional Project Coordinator, leading 35 Provisionals in transforming a multi-purpose room into a dynamic literacy center at Burnett Elementary School.

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Want to Join JLD? JLD has a place for all who want to join our 93-year tradition of service. During this first year, Provisionals are invited to a summer retreat, attend meetings to learn about the history of the League and our community programs, receive leadership training and complete a 20-hour service project. Applications for the 2015–2016 Provisional Class are due Jan. 12, 2015. For more information, please visit JLD.net/joinjld.

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T. BOONE PICKENS LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE By Adrienne Barrett & Allison Collister The beginning of something big… In 2013-2014, we marked an important milestone – the fifth anniversary of the T. Boone Pickens Leadership Institute (TBPLI). Developed with a $250,000 grant from the T. Boone Pickens Foundation, this program helps members identify and build strengths, enhance leadership skills, network and prepare for future service to Dallas. One of the components of TBPLI, is the Advanced Track, which is a is a concentrated nine-month program for 35 members each year, who participate in addition to their placement. The 178 graduates to date have taken on critical leadership roles across the League, in organizations across Dallas and in their professions. In addition to the Avanced Track, TBPLI includes a variety of special leadership speakers and training opportunities to help members explore and build their skills. Beginning last year, we added training tracks to bring critical training to more members. “Thanks to a new sponsorship from Dallas Women’s Foundation and US Trust, this year more than 100 members will receive training from outside consultants, including yearlong instruction from a certified StrengthsFinder 2.0 consultant, LaurieGrace Bouldin,” says Julie Bagley, 2014-2015 JLD President. “Additionally, the entire membership will have the opportunity to participate in our Leadership Training Track featuring speakers who will address a wealth of leadership topics.” 18

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T. Boone Pickens Leadership Institute Class of 2014-2015

Ashley Altick Class of 2009-2010

Why did you join TBPLI? When TBPLI launched, I was looking for a program not just directed at lawyers or young professionals, but for women leaders looking to make a difference. l learned the distinction between simply volunteering and servant leadership, which allows you to make an impact no matter how big or small your role. How has TBPLI impacted you? After TBPLI, I evaluated my volunteer roles and looked for ways to make a difference with my gifts. I traveled with three other lawyers to teach mediation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Burundi. The people we trained now train others, and their work is saving lives.

Gay Donnell Class of 2009-2010

Why did you join TBPLI? I applied for the inaugural year of the program because, at that time, I was a stay-at-home mom and missed the training opportunities I had previously been able to access in the workplace. What was your most memorable TBPLI experience? The cooking challenge with Sharon Van Meter! We had all been through several team building exercises before; however, the lobbying, negotiating, course correcting, personality managing and overall motivation required to execute a presentable, tasty dish was like none I’d experienced before.

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Advanced Track graduates shared their experiences with Mr. Pickens at the Fall 2013 Luncheon. Amanda Holdbrook Class of 2013-2014

Why did you join TBPLI? I applied because I felt like I was in a professional rut. In the past, I felt I knew myself and where I wanted to go, but had lost it along the way. I was ready to challenge and improve myself. The program provided exactly what I needed and more. The biggest benefit was being around others who were passionate about improving and making a difference. What was your favorite part of the program? My favorite part was probably the network of friends I made. Everyone in the class was incredibly smart and we have similar goals, which makes for a great group to reach out to when you need advice.

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Karen Liu Pang Committee of 2009-2010

What was your most memorable TBPLI experience? Serving on the inaugural TBPLI committee and working with the inaugural class was one of my most meaningful volunteer roles. Every meeting was an inspirational experience in sisterhood, team building and what it means to be a leader. What would you tell Mr. Pickens about TBPLI’s impact? Words cannot express the impact you have had on JLD members and our community through your generous support. TBPLI has magnified our capacity as leaders. We are grateful to you for truly making a difference in peoples’ lives.

Nancy Scripps Class of 2013-2014

How has TBPLI benefited you personally and professionally? I have benefitted from this program by the women I have come to know. The speakers and venues for our training gave me a greater awareness of my city and issues that need our attention and leadership. My JLD training has strengthened my leadership skills, whereas TBPLI has helped build more confidence and motivation in my professional life. What was your favorite part of the program? My favorite part of TBPLI was the StrengthsFinder 2.0 coaching by LaurieGrace Bouldin. Her coaching helped me change the way I look at myself personally and professionally by maximizing my potential. DEVELOPING THE POTENTIAL OF WOMEN

LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP By Laura Ward Last year, the Junior League of Dallas added a new element to the T. Boone Pickens Leadership Institute. In 2012, survey results showed League members were interested in receiving additional guidance for their JLD careers, more networking opportunities with other members and a deeper engagement within the League. In response to the survey, a series of training tracks were developed.

“The Fundraising Training Track absolutely helped prepare me for my leadership placement in Fund Development this year. Learning how each committee works together proved to be essential for my work as Merchandise Chair and will be instrumental in my future endeavors in and outside of the League!” Leigh Danley Merchandise Chair

Fundraising Training Track Fundraising is the lifeblood of JLD’s Community Program. Every dollar raised funds our signature projects and the agencies selected for our community program. Recognizing that our members get a bit nervous when it comes to making “the ask,” the Fundraising Training Track provided in-depth learning to teach members how JLD raises and manages donations. During 2013-2014, 135 members attended meetings and volunteer shifts and were encouraged to consider Development placements, building a pipeline for these critical roles. It is already showing promising results.

Leadership Training Track This year, the Leadership Training Track will help members who aspire to leadership within the League and Dallas community. The Strategic Planning Team developed the program to focus on leadership lessons members can apply in all areas of their lives. During this program, participants will attend monthly leadership-focused meetings, small group meetings dedicated to leadership within the League, brown bag sessions with JLD leadership and Leadership Council meetings. Open to all Provisionals, Actives and Sustainers, this is a truly unique look at leadership.

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“The Fundraising Training Track gave me a behind- the-scenes look at the different ways our members work to raise funds for our community program. As I serve on Research & Development, I have an entirely new appreciation for the efforts that went into providing the resources we allocate.” Melissa Cooksey Research & Development Assistant Chair

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2014-2015 SUSTAINER OF THE YEAR

REGEN HORCHOW FEARON Each year, the Sustainer of the Year Award recognizes a Junior League of Dallas Sustaining member who exemplifies the League’s principles. Recipients are chosen for their selfless dedication to volunteer service, the JLD and the Dallas community. This year, Regen Horchow Fearon was honored as our Sustainer of the Year at the 2014 Milestones Luncheon. A Conversation with Regen Horchow Fearon Interview by Jennifer Wegman Regen Fearon joined JLD in 1987. Today, she uses her JLD skills to benefit the ChildCare Group, Dallas ISD and the Zero to Five Funders Collaborative, among many other organizations. Q: How would you describe the League to someone who doesn’t know it? A: It is a very well-run organization of smart, interesting women from all over the city, with a common interest in impacting positive change in the community. Q: What have been your favorite JLD experiences? A: My interest in policy and systems change was ignited during my InLeague placements on the Public Affairs and Ways and Means committees, as well as when I served on several task forces.

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Q: Describe your biggest accomplishment – and challenge – as a League member. A: The year I served on the Executive Committee as the first Development Vice President, I learned a lot about the right and wrong ways to move a large organization and how to be an effective leader and change agent. Q: How has your League training helped you? A: JLD gave me a terrific foundation and I learned from masterful leaders. I sat on community and government boards that introduced me to the people and processes I now interact with daily. Q: What do you do in your down time? A: I collect original artwork from children’s literature, play mahjongg (not well) and am an avid walker (when I have a friend to join me). While I like to read, I also keep up with an embarrassingly long list of television series. Q: Do you have a favorite Dallas landmark? A: My favorite landmark is Big Tex – I love the State Fair (the food, not the rides) and was there for the new Big Tex’s first “Howdy, Folks” last year. Q: What advice do you have for Provisionals? For new Sustainers? A: For Provisionals: take advantage of the opportunity to work with a variety of women and organizations. You will see people who lead effectively and those who don’t – notice the difference. For Sustainers: stay in touch with the friends and associates you made as an Active. I can’t tell you how many times I have needed a resource and was able to reach out to an “old” JLD friend.

“I believe that if I am effective in the community, it is largely due to the people I met and what I learned in the JLD.” Regen Horchow Fearon 2014 - 2015 Sustainer of the Year

“Regen embodies and lives our mission every day through her service. She has established a leadership legacy inspiring each of us to excel as leaders and community servants.” Helen Holman 1999-2000 JLD President

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SIGNATURE IMPACT By Allison Collister Junior League of Dallas Signature Projects apply creative solutions to important community issues. Kids in the Kitchen, Grants for Innovative Teaching and, most recently, Women LEAD provide unique ways for members to serve the community needs, while the Community Assistance Fund responds to more urgent requests.

Grants for Innovative Teaching Unique and innovative projects can greatly enhance education, but normal school budgets only go so far. Since 1992, this program has encouraged excellence in teaching with grants of up to $2,000 for Dallas ISD teachers to bring special projects to their classrooms.

The 2013-2014 program funded 76 projects in 49 Dallas ISD schools, reaching more than 10,000 students. Through the generosity of donors, including presenting sponsor Texas Instruments, the program awarded nearly $138,000 to teachers to implement projects focusing on topics including robotics, aquaponics, molecular biology and science gardens.

Kids in the Kitchen According to Child Health Data, 36.6 percent of Texas kids are overweight or obese. Since 2006, this program has helped reverse this epidemic by teaching elementaryage kids how to establish healthy habits for life.

The 2013-2014 program served 350 children in nine after-school locations. In partnership with UnitedHealthcare and after-school providers, this eight-week program teaches food preparation and fun exercises, as well as nutrition and fitness tips for the whole family. In May 2014, this program was recognized by the Association of Junior Leagues International and received a $2,500 grant from Kashi.

Women LEAD Founded in 2013, in collaboration with Mary Kay Inc., the Women LEAD (Learn • Excel • Achieve • Dream) scholarships help female high-school students at Emmett J. Conrad High School pursue their dreams of higher education. In March 2014, the eight finalists delivered a speech in an oratory competition titled:

“How my female role model overcame obstacles to achieve her goals, and how it inspired me.” Congratulations to the recipients who received a total of $25,000: • Deyanira Zapata-Martinez-1st Place • Lauren Jackson-2nd Place • Sumayah Al Haddad-3rd Place • Maria Monjaras-4th Place

Community Assistance Fund The Community Assistance Fund grants up to $3,500 for one-time and emergency requests from non-profit agencies in Dallas. JLD can respond quickly to requests 22

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ranging from air conditioning repair to other emergency needs. Last year, JLD provided nine grants totaling more than $18,000.

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COLLECTIVE IMPACT “The Junior League of Dallas has always had a strong partnership with Dallas ISD and our participation on the Dallas Education Foundation Board is another great way that we can support the children in our public school system. It is an exciting time for Dallas ISD, and I’m honored that JLD is represented in this important collaborative work.” Julie Bagley JLD Representative Dallas Education Foundation

“It’s exciting to see JLD at the table with community leaders across North Texas to address such an important topic as childhood obesity.” Kristin Moore JLD Representative Charting the Course

“As part of the Alliance, JLD joins some of Dallas’ leading forces in children’s health and wellness. Our first focus is asthma, which impacts more than 60,000 Dallas County children. Asthma not only affects activity levels, but also school attendance, family life and overall wellness.” Bonner Allen JLD Representative Health & Wellness Alliance for Children

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By Jennifer Mills Giving back to Dallas has always been at the heart of the Junior League of Dallas. Recently, we have been taking our work a step further by joining coalitions to fight childhood obesity, promote education and address health concerns. These coalitions bring together likeminded individuals and organizations to affect policy and set the foundation for widespread change - the kind of change that will impact Dallas now and well into the future.

Dallas Education Foundation In 2006, a group of Dallas’ business and community leaders came together to support the Dallas ISD. They founded the Dallas Education Foundation (DEF) to help Dallas ISD provide quality education to the city’s next generation. DEF has been designated by the Board of Trustees to raise funds for education. It unites Dallas ISD and our community’s resources for a common purpose.

Charting the Course In November 2011, United Way of Metropolitan Dallas and the Committee for the Improvement of Child Health, which was launched by the Dallas Regional Chamber, developed a regional coalition of more than 60 key organizations, community leaders and stakeholders committed to improving children’s health. The group works collectively to develop a strategy to fully engage experts and resources to eradicate childhood obesity in Dallas County by 2020.

Health & Wellness Alliance for Children Established in 2013 by Children’s Medical Center, the Health and Wellness Alliance for Children is a community-wide effort to improve children’s health and wellness in Dallas. The Alliance focuses on improving community health by identifying and influencing factors outside of hospital care. Recognizing asthma as a leading concern, the Alliance is focused on addressing this first.

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LETTERS TO THE LEAGUE “JLD volunteers have helped our elderly neighbors, worked in our food pantry, helped out at athletic events and were the backbone of our Girls’ Night Out program. Thank you for the extraordinary volunteers and for the funding!” Kristianne Hinkamp, Chief Advancement Officer St. Philip’s School & Community Center

“Thank you for partnering with the Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center in the fight against child abuse. Thank you for taking a stand for our children. We are extremely grateful for your support.” Lynn M. Davis, President & CEO Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center

“Your support has been instrumental in our service to the West Dallas community, and as we strive to continue our mission to change lives one child at a time, we want to thank you for staying on this journey with us.” Edward L. Franklin, President & CEO Voice of Hope

“All of us here at Legacy are so deeply humbled by your commitment of supporting us with 50 volunteers, each completing 20 hours of service, and know that it will touch the lives of so many women in North Texas.” Jaime Toussaint, Director of Development Legacy Counseling Center

1 CONNECTION Dallas attracts women from across the country and around the world. They come for education, jobs and family. They come to make a life in our city. Through JLD, thousands of women each year connect with the community, build friendships, grow their leadership skills and make a meaningful impact on our city’s most important issues.

Ways We’re Making Dallas a Better Place

AWARENESS Often, the biggest obstacle to solving complex community issues is knowing where to start. For that reason, JLD builds awareness at every stage of membership. A rigorous Provisional year provides new members a broad perspective on our city and its needs. For Actives, educational and volunteer opportunities build deeper understanding of Dallas’ greatest challenges. Sustainers leverage their JLD training and experience to dive deeper into selected areas for lifelong impact.

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LEADERSHIP Many of Dallas’ top female leaders credit their JLD experience with helping them build the skills, contacts and confidence that got them where they are today. JLD members also serve on the staffs and boards of countless Dallas non-profits.

Educational programs, like the T. Boone Pickens Leadership Institute, and handson leadership experience help us provide highly trained volunteers to the agencies and projects we support.

INVESTMENT By investing more than 160,000 service hours and over a $1 million into the community across our six issue areas, JLD is making a tangible difference in the quality of life for thousands of citizens. The breadth and depth of our community program strengthens our city, by improving it for our youngest citizens and creating a brighter future for all Dallasites.

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POLICY JLD works in tandem with community leaders, using our hands-on expertise and passion to make an even bigger impact with coalitions addressing education, health and childhood obesity. Our goal is to affect change at a policy and practice level for wide-range impact.

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