Events

Mentoring Peacemakers: The 17TH Annual Destiny Award Luncheon with Cicely Tyson & Soledad O’Brien

Over 800 Dallasites came together this past February for St. Philip’s 17th Annual Destiny Award Luncheon, featuring a conversation with the iconic Tony and Emmy Award winning American actress, Cicely Tyson, moderated by celebrated journalist, Soledad O’Brien. The luncheon was co-chaired by Ashlee Kleinert and Michelle Thomas and reaped over $680,000 for St. Philip’s vital educational and social service programs.

Cicely Tyson’s personal story of perseverance and recount of her incredible six-decade career, was engaging and inspiring. Luncheon attendees also enjoyed an interactive academic and artistic showcase by students and faculty and presentations from School alumnae, Kayla Andrews, a senior at Episcopal School of Dallas, and Community Center alumnae, Anastasia “The Bold” Bolden, an adult that claimed

St. Philip’s saved her life when she resided in the neighborhood as a child.

The luncheon theme was “Mentoring Peacemakers.” St. Philip’s spoke to its efforts through the school of equipping its students to be leaders that are courageous and compassionate enough to reach across the great divides of race, culture, and economics to promote harmony and humanity. “Let us press toward the mark of God’s high calling for all of us to LOVE one another, to LEARN from each other, to STAND

together for what is right, and to SERVE our neighbors,” said Perot Family Headmaster, Dr. Terry Flowers. “This is how true PEACE is achieved. Our DESTINIES are intertwined.”

Jewel and Roland Parrish received the 2017 Humanitarian Award for their philanthropy and leadership. The Parrish’s, owners of one of the most successful McDonald’s franchises in the country, are highly committed to giving back to the community, especially causes that support the education and welfare of youth. At the event, they announced a $100,000 matching gift for all donations made the afternoon of the luncheon. This generous gesture enabled St. Philip’s to meet its fundraising goal for the event.

St. Philip’s sends it sincere appreciation to the Co-Chairs and Steering Committee of the 2017 Destiny Award Luncheon: Ashlee Kleinert and Michelle Thomas, Co-Chairs Robin Bagwell Annika Cail Christian Eubanks MacKenzie Kleinert Sara Madsen Miller Caitlin Mitchell Jan Osborn Robin Skinner

Many thanks to the major sponsors and donors to the Destiny Award Luncheon:

FAITH SPONSORS

Ashlee and Chris Kleinert Diana and Todd Maclin The David B. Miller Family Foundation Mona and David Munson Cindy and Howard Rachofsky

EDUCATION SPONSORS

Amegy Bank Joe and Kimberly Colonnetta Lisa and Clay Cooley Hunt Consolidated, Inc. JPMorgan Chase & Co. Nancy Perot and Rod Jones Tina and Dan Stansbury, Jr.

ANNIVERSARY APPLAUSE SPONSORS

Elaine Agather Antioch Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church Juliette Aston and Mark Moussa Suzanne Caruso, Mary Blake and Chuck Meadows Cigna Melissa and Trevor Fetter The Feuer Family and Lieutenant Colonel Allen B. West Liz and Tom Halsey The Landin Family Lotty and Bobby Lyle Angela L. Martine Abigail and Andrew Sinwell Abigail Williams and Kathy Crow

EXCLUSIVE TV SPONSOR WFAA CATERING SPONSOR Wendy Krispin Catering SECURITY SPONSOR Congregational Security SPEAKER ACCOMMODATION SPONSOR Omni Dallas Hotel

Capital One Kidpreneur Expo

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On April 22, St. Philip’s hosted the Capital One Kidpreneur Expo and school art show, the third event of its kind at St. Philip’s. Dozens of budding entrepreneurs – ages 5 to 15 – showcased their products and services, attended informative seminars, and pitched their businesses in the “Kid Tank” (a friendlier version of the popular “Shark Tank”). There were a variety of businesses represented, from lemonade stands, to custom jewely, bow ties, and even colorful slime. Jaylen Bledsoe, a 19-year-old self-made millionaire who started his first business at the age of 12, served as the keynote speaker for the event. His business - The Jaylen D. Bledsoe Global Group - has expanded from solely being a technology company to include brand and business development and venture capital funding. He shared how being poor was his biggest motivation to start a business. “I might not be the best at what I do but I have the best work ethic. No one can take that from me,” he explained. “This is how you win: Don’t focus simply on money. Focus on impacting and helping people; money will follow. Build a platform to help people. The money you need to live, God will then provide.” Bledsoe’s business is flourishing so much so, that he is now a millionaire and travels the world motivating young and old to follow their dreams.

BENEFITTING & HOSTED BY

The winners of this year’s Kidpreneur Kid Tank Presentations include:

5-10 AGE GROUP 14-15 AGE GROUP

1st: Ti’Ani Mitchell 1st: Tatyanna Williams 2nd: Aparna Balaji 2nd: Hannah Selders

MIXED AGE GROUP

1st: Bella Oliver and Amber Dempsey 2nd: Mya, Jayla and Payton

11-13 AGE GROUP 1st: Lauren Williams 2nd: Da’Naja Mosley

Winner of a free advertisement from Dallas Black Business Directory: Highest Points Total for Kid Tank -- Fancy Funny Fortune by Bella Oliver and Amber Dempsey

The following high school students won full scholarships to the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce 2017 Entrepreneurship Camp: Kennedy McKendall | Hannah Selders | Tatyanna Williams

Many thanks to our generous Kidpreneur partners and sponsors: Capital One | Dallas Black Chamber MK Hudson Foundation | Yelp!

Ways to Support St. Philip’s

TIME, TALENT & TREASURE

St. Philip’s has thrived through the tremendous support provided by a dedicated community of alumni, parents, grandparents, and friends. For decades, St. Philip’s School and Community Center has embodied excellence, in large part because our community has given generously of its time, talents, and treasures. There are many creative opportunities to make a contribution to the important work of St. Philip’s School and Community Center.

Consider Employee Corporate Giving

St. Philip’s receives designated funds through the United Way (#180), the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC), and State Employee Charitable Campaign (SECC).

Double Your Impact with Matching Gifts

Many employers match gifts by current and retired employees. This is an easy way to double your monetary gift or place a monetary value of your volunteer time to St. Philip’s School and Community Center. Contact the Human Resources office of your employer for the form to match your gift to St. Philip’s.

Planned Giving

This is an opportunity for you to leave a lasting legacy at St. Philip’s by making contributions through a bequest to St. Philip’s in your will or naming St. Philip’s as a co-beneficiary in a life insurance policy.

Securities

Raymond James is the primary securities trader for St. Philip’s School and Community Center. By donating securities to St. Philip’s through Raymond James, 100% of the value of your securities is awarded to the School. Contact the Philanthropy Office for more information at philanthropy@stphilips.com or 214.421.5221 ext. 239.

Shop and Share

St. Philip’s benefits from your shopping with Kroger, Tom Thumb, Target and GoodSearch.

The Gift of Time

From landscaping to mentoring, there are many ways that you or your business/employers can become part of making an impact in the South Dallas area. We need your hands, too.

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Save the Date…

Summer Camp

June 5 - July 28, 2017

Football/Cheer & Dance Registration

July 1, 2017

First Day of School

August 16, 2017

North Texas Giving Day

September 14, 2017

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