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Serentripity Experience - School's Out!
2026-02-16 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | House of Shine, 334 S. Barton St., Grapevine, T, 76051, United States
The Serentripity Experience is a holiday-based trip of fate for youth who love adventure and spreading SHINE in their corners of the world!
Our guided Serentripity Experience is a road trip game of fate for youth ages 10-14 that encourages them to take chances, embrace new adventures, and reach destinations that uncover more of their SHINE- the Strengths, Hobbies, Interests & Irritants, Needs and Experiences that make each of them unique!
The game is simple, and no two trips will ever be the same. To help guide us along our journey together, the enclosed game spinner reveals which direction to go and what object or location to be on the lookout for. Once we reach our destination, we will use the oracle chips in the Serentripity Road Trip Game to reveal what action to take.
Join one of House of Shine’s Serentripity Experiences and watch as your adventure of fate unfolds and exciting memories are made!

2026 Tarrant County Go Red for Women Experience
2026-02-20 10:00 - 13:00 | The Worthington Renaissance Fort Worth Hotel, 200 Main Street, Fort Worth, 76102
💃 Go Red for Women Tarrant County Experience
More than a luncheon. A movement.
Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon of inspiration, connection, and life-saving impact at the Tarrant County Go Red for Women® — where heart health meets high energy and purpose meets passion.
This isn’t your typical luncheon. It’s a celebration of strength, sisterhood, and survival — and a powerful part of the American Heart Association’s Nation of Lifesavers™ movement. Together, we’re turning bystanders into lifesavers by equipping more women with the knowledge and confidence to perform CPR and respond in a cardiac emergency.
💓 Why Go Red?
Cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 killer of women — but it doesn’t have to be. Go Red for Women is about empowering women at every life stage — from before pregnancy to beyond menopause — to take charge of their heart health and advocate for others.
🌟 What to Expect:
• Heart-Pumping Inspiration: Hear from survivors and experts who are changing the game for women’s heart health.
• CPR in Action: Learn hands-only CPR and become part of the Nation of Lifesavers — because knowing what to do can save a life.
• Interactive Wellness Zones: Explore fun, hands-on activities focused on fitness, nutrition, stress relief, and more.
• Connection & Community: Network with passionate changemakers, advocates, and heart heroes from across Tarrant County.
Whether you’re coming to learn, connect, or lead — this event will leave you energized, empowered, and ready to make a difference.
Tables $5000 or $2500/2 tickets (Circle of Red Member)

NewDay Services' Murder at the Manor Charity Dinner
2026-02-21 18:00 - 21:00 | The Woman’s Club of Fort Worth, 1316 Pennsylvania Ave, Fort Worth, TX, 76104
You’re invited to an evening of mystery, meaning & impact!
Step into a world of intrigue at NewDay Services’ Murder at the Manor Charity Dinner—a captivating night where elegance meets suspense. Enjoy an immersive mystery experience, dinner, and an atmosphere filled with excitement, purpose, and community.
At NewDay Services, we believe that when parents are equipped and encouraged, children truly thrive. Your presence fuels our mission to provide the tools, guidance, and support families need to create stable, nurturing homes. With every ticket purchased and every contribution made, you are helping transform real lives and strengthening the families of our community.
For tickets, sponsorship opportunities, and event details, visit our website. If you have questions about the event or would like more information, please reach out directly to our V.P. of Development, Betsy, at betsy@newdayservices.org or our Director of Development, Christina, at christina@newdayservices.org.
Together, we’ll solve the mystery—empowering parents to create the childhood every kid deserves and helping build brighter futures where families can truly thrive.

2026 Dallas Go Red for Women Experience
2026-03-06 10:30 - 13:00 | The Fairmont Hotel, Dallas, 1717 N. Akard Street, Dallas, 75201
Join us for an empowering and heart-focused day at the Go Red for Women Experience, where connection meets purpose. This inspiring event features:
• 🤝 Networking opportunities
• 🎁 Silent auction
• ❤️ Mission experiences including free health screenings
• 🍽️ Lunch and a powerful program
Together, we’ll shine a light on the startling truth: only half of women know that cardiovascular disease is their greatest health threat. From pregnancy to menopause, heart health matters at every stage of life.
Go Red for Women is more than a movement—it’s a sisterhood. Let’s motivate, educate, and inspire one another to live longer, stronger lives.

Beacon of Hope Community Luncheon Featuring Steve Burns
2026-03-13 11:00 - 13:30 | Omni Dallas Hotel
The Grant Halliburton Foundation presents the 17th Annual Beacon of Hope Community Luncheon on Friday, March 13, 2026, at the Omni Dallas Hotel. The event begins with a Welcome Reception at 11 a.m., followed by the Luncheon and Program from 12–1:30 p.m.
The luncheon features keynote speaker Steve Burns, original host of Blue’s Clues, presenting “The Cost of Showing Up Happy: Burnout and the Wisdom of Asking for Help.” Burns will share insights from his personal mental health journey and discuss the hidden toll of forced positivity, burnout, and the importance of asking for help.
Amy and Michael Roseman and Meredith and David Camp serve as the 2026 Beacon of Hope Community Luncheon co-chairs, with Barb Farmer as the founding luncheon chair. The event marks the first fundraiser of the Foundation’s 20th anniversary year and supports its mission to provide mental health education, resources, and suicide prevention support for children, teens, and young adults across North Texas.
Tickets are $250, with sponsorship opportunities available. More information and tickets are available at GrantHalliburton.org/boh.

Breakthrough T1D Dallas Gala
2026-04-11 18:30 - 20:30 | Omni Dallas Hotel
Breakthrough T1D will host the 2026 Dallas Gala on Saturday, April 11, 2026, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Omni Dallas Hotel. This black-tie optional evening brings the North Texas community together to celebrate progress in type 1 diabetes research while raising critical funds to accelerate breakthroughs that cure, treat, and prevent the disease.
The gala will feature a seated dinner, an expansive auction, and powerful stories highlighting perseverance and scientific discovery in the fight against type 1 diabetes. The event is chaired by Stacey and Dave Johnson, along with their daughters and sons-in-law Chelsea and Blake McMullen, Kendall and Michael Kelly, and Rylie Johnson.
The evening will also honor Perrin C. White, M.D., Chief of the Division of Pediatric Endocrinology at UT Southwestern and holder of the Audre Newman Rapoport Distinguished Chair in Pediatric Endocrinology, for his longstanding contributions to pediatric endocrinology and diabetes research.
Individual tickets are $500, and sponsorship opportunities begin at $5,000. More information is available at breakthrought1d.org.

2026 Tarrant County Heart Ball
2026-04-18 18:00 - 23:00 | The Worthington Renaissance Fort Worth Hotel, 200 Main Street, Fort Worth, 76102
The Tarrant County Heart Ball is more than an event—it’s a movement to honor the progress we’ve made together in the fight against heart disease and stroke. This is your chance to make a difference while enjoying an evening filled with purpose, passion, and fun.
🎉 What to Expect:
• Live entertainment & dancing
• A delicious dinner paired with an inspiring program
• Exclusive auction packages (personalized bidding link provided)
• Complimentary valet service
👗 Dress Code: Formal attire with a twist—bright colors encouraged as we celebrate another year of life-saving impact!
Let’s join together to create a future free of heart disease and stroke. Your presence makes a difference!

The Salvation Army Dallas Women's Auxiliary 2026 Fashion Show & Luncheon
2026-04-21 11:30 - 13:30 | Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora Street, Dallas, 75201
Led by Luncheon Chair Katherine Coker, The Salvation Army Dallas Women’s Auxiliary will host its annual Fashion Show & Luncheon on April 21, 2026 at the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center to help support programs and housing for domestic violence survivors, people experiencing homelessness, and those recovering from addiction.
One of The Salvation Army of North Texas’ signature fundraising events, the Fashion Show & Luncheon features a runway fashion show, including donated and new couture clothing that can be bid on following the show, an awards ceremony, silent auction, and seated lunch. Beforehand, attendees are invited to shop at the Chic Boutique, and on April 24-25, the Salvation Army Dallas Women’s Auxiliary will host the open-to-the-public After-Sale. Funds raised from all associated events will support The Salvation Army of North Texas.
Since its inception in 1993, The Fashion Show & Luncheon has raised more than $15 million to support services provided at 19 local Salvation Army facilities, and it continues to raise awareness and vital funds to address poverty, addiction, and homelessness across North Texas.

A Night of Hope
2026-04-25 17:30 - 22:00 | The Grand Hotel, 114 W Louisiana St, McKinney, 75069
Building Families For Tomorrow (BFFT), a nonprofit organization dedicated to restoring families impacted by incarceration in Kenya, will host its annual fundraising gala, A Night of Hope, on April 25, 2026, in McKinney, Texas.
The elegant evening—hosted by Roy Ponder, iconic local weatherman—will bring together community leaders, business owners, churches, and individual supporters for a powerful night of storytelling and celebration. Proceeds from the gala will directly support women transitioning from prison and the children awaiting reunification with their mothers.
“This isn’t just about fundraising,” said Jana O’Guin, Founder of Building Families For Tomorrow, “it’s about restoration. We are watching families reunite, women step into dignity and purpose, and children experience safety and hope for the first time.”
Guests at A Night of Hope will enjoy an inspiring program featuring firsthand stories of transformation, dinner, live and silent auctions, and opportunities to partner in life-changing work overseas.
Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are now available. Community members and businesses interested in attending or sponsoring the event can visit here for more information.
Building Families For Tomorrow is a faith-driven nonprofit committed to breaking cycles of poverty and incarceration by strengthening women and restoring families in Kenya.

Equest 45th Annual Blue Ribbon Gala
2026-04-25 18:00 - 23:00 | Gilley’s Dallas, 1135 Botham Jean Blvd., Dallas, 75215
The Equest 45th Annual Blue Ribbon Gala rides into Gilley’s Dallas on April 25, 2026. Led by Chairs Melinda and Mark Knowles and Honorary Chair Lynn McBee, this dazzling evening blends Southern charm with Texas-sized fun, all in support of Equest’s mission to change lives through the human-horse connection. Expect a seated gourmet dinner with signature cocktails, thrilling live and silent auctions, a prestigious awards presentation, and an electrifying performance from Jordan Kahn’s Manhattan Orchestra to two-step the night away. Don your finest Texas-chic attire—cowboy boots welcome—and join us for a night where glitz, glam, and giving take center stage.

2026 Cotes du Coeur
2026-04-25 18:30 - 22:00 | The Omni Dallas Hotel, 555 S Lamar Street, Dalla, TX, 75202
Experience an evening where fine wine, world-class cuisine, and a life-saving mission unite. Côtes du Coeur, hosted by the American Heart Association’s Dallas Division, is more than a gala—it’s a celebration of community, generosity, and heart health.
Now in its 35th year, this premier event features one of the largest fine wine auctions in the Southwest and an unforgettable dining experience curated by local celebrity chefs. Nearly 1,000 guests gather annually to raise critical funds for research, education, and programs that help create longer, healthier lives.
With over $60 million invested in heart health, Côtes du Coeur stands as the nation’s top fundraising gala for the American Heart Association. Every sip and every bid brings us closer to a world free of heart disease and stroke.
Join us for a night that whets the palate and warms the heart. Be part of the movement—because together, we’re a relentless force for health.

🕹️ Chip In Fore Hope 2026: Level Up! ⛳
2026-04-26 15:00 - 18:00 | Topgolf Dallas, 8787 Park Ln, Dallas, 75231
Every Level Counts.
Join Dallas Hope Charities for a reimagined afternoon of play and purpose! This year, we are taking our signature fundraiser to the next level by transforming the traditional golf tournament into a gaming-inclusive experience. Whether you’re a pro on the green or a legend in the arcade, there is a place for you to play and provide hope for LGBTQIA+ young adults.
📅 When: Sunday, April 26, 2026
🕒 Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Where: Topgolf Dallas | 8787 Park Lane, Dallas, TX 75231
The Experience:
High-Tech Golf: Enjoy Topgolf’s signature technology-driven gameplay, perfect for all skill levels.
Event-Exclusive Retro Arcade Lounge: Step off the green and into our private lounge featuring a curated collection of vintage arcade machines and table hockey—available only to our event guests!
Silent Auction: Bid on exclusive items and experiences to help us complete the “puzzle” of housing and stability for our residents.
Your Impact:
Revenue from every ticket and partnership directly fuels our housing journey—from initial outreach via Hope Street, to transitional living at the Hope Center, and finally to independent living through our Finally Home rental assistance program.
🎟️ Participation & Support Levels:
All-Access Pass ($125): Includes both Topgolf play and full access to the Retro Arcade Lounge.
Gamer Pass ($60): Includes access to the private Arcade Lounge featuring vintage arcade games, digital consoles and more.
Partnerships: We are currently seeking Community and Corporate Partners to anchor our remaining bays. Choose from our Ace, Eagle (Gaming), Birdie (Bar), or Par (Food) support levels to showcase your commitment to “Hope for All.”
Don’t miss your chance to be the “missing piece” our community needs. Let’s make this a high-score year for Hope!
🔗 Level Up & Get Involved: dallashopecharities.org/chipinforehope/
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Texas Women’s Foundation Leadership Forum & Awards Celebration
2026-04-29 16:00 - 19:00 | Dallas Moody Performance Hall, 2520 Flora St., Dallas, TX, 75215
Texas Women’s Foundation will present its Leadership Forum & Awards Celebration on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, from 4:00–7:00 p.m. at Moody Performance Hall. The inspiring afternoon brings together community leaders, advocates and changemakers for professional development, meaningful dialogue and recognition of outstanding leadership.
The event begins with a dynamic Leadership Forum, where the 2026 award recipients share insights through microlearning sessions and engaging conversations designed to inspire leaders of all ages. The evening continues with an Awards Celebration and cocktail reception honoring the recipients of the Maura Women Helping Women Award and the Young Leader Award, recognizing individuals whose work advances opportunities and equity for women and families across Texas.
2026 honorees include Debra Hunter Johnson, Kimberly Bizor Tolbert, Margie Aguilar, Olga Martinez Hickman and Thear Suzuki, along with Young Leader Award recipients Amanda Valentine and Prisma Y. Garcia.
The event is co-chaired by Lynn McBee and Cristal Retana Lule. Proceeds support Texas Women’s Foundation’s research, advocacy and grantmaking initiatives benefiting Texas women, their families and their futures. Individual tickets are $399, and sponsorships start at $600. Buy tickets and learn more about the event at: https://txwf.org/join-us/events/lfac-event/

2026 Collin County Women's Wellness Experience
2026-05-08 09:30 - 13:00 | Renaissance Dallas at Plano Legacy West Hotel, 6007 Legacy Drive, Plano, 75024
Dr. Jessica Shepherd to Headline “Rise and Thrive,” a Women’s Wellness Experience in Plano
Enjoy a delicious and nutritious brunch while exploring interactive wellness activities. From hands-only CPR education to wellness stations designed to inform and inspire, this is your chance to learn life-saving skills and discover new ways to prioritize your health.
Ease into your athleisure wear and join the American Heart Association for COLLIN COUNTY’S RISE & THRIVE – a vibrant morning of movement, mindfulness, and heart health as we rally Collin County around women’s wellness and community impact. Featured speaker: Jessica Shepherd, MD, MBS, FACOG, a leading voice in women’s wellness and longevity. She’s helping women cut through the noise and take control of their health and feel their best at every stage of life.
Let’s rise. Let’s thrive. Let’s do it together.

14th Annual Eric Nadel Birthday Benefit
2026-05-14 18:30 - 23:00 | Longhorn Ballroom, 216 Corinth St., Dallas, 75207
The 14th Annual Eric Nadel Birthday Benefit returns Thursday, May 14, 2026, celebrating the 75th birthday of Texas Rangers Hall of Fame broadcaster Eric Nadel with an electrifying night of music, community and philanthropy at the historic Longhorn Ballroom (216 Corinth St., Dallas, TX 75207).
Doors open at 6:30 p.m., followed by performances from Chuck Prophet and His Cumbia Shoes at 7:30 p.m. and Sammy Rae & The Friends at 9:20 p.m. The annual concert also features live and silent auctions, offering exclusive items such as autographed sports memorabilia and unique dining experiences at beloved Dallas restaurants.
Presented by Haynes Boone with media sponsor KXT 91.7, the birthday benefit supports Grant Halliburton Foundation, a Dallas nonprofit celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2026. The organization provides vital mental health education, resources and suicide prevention programs for children, teens and families across North Texas.
The silent auction opens online May 7, allowing supporters to participate even if they cannot attend the concert. Tickets range from $20–$70, and sponsorships with premium seating are available. Learn more at: https://www.granthalliburton.org/ericnadel

Rooted in Strength
2026-05-16 08:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-16 09:00 - 12:00 | 369 W. Jefferson Blvd., Dallas, TX 75208, 369 W. Jefferson Blvd., Dallas, TX, 75208, United States
Back to our Roots Wellness Summit
This year’s theme, “Rooted in Strength,” invites us to explore cultural healing practices that honor the traditions, resilience, and wisdom within our communities. Through engaging conversations and live demonstrations, we will experience practices that highlight the power of culture in healing and collective care.

ScholarShot Annual Graduate Luncheon
2026-05-18 11:30 - 13:00 | The Hall on Dragon, Design District, 1500 Dragon Street, Dallas, 75207
Join ScholarShot to celebrate this year’s first-generation college graduates. ScholarShot is empowering first-generation students to achieve career-ready certificates or degrees to strengthen the Texas workforce and improve institutional outcomes.

This Too Shall Pass Banquet
2026-05-30 12:00 - 14:00 | Houston Marriott South @ Hobby Airport, 9100 Gulf Fwy, Houston, 77017
This is a fundraiser for cancer patients and to honor those who are currently fighting or have fought the battle with cancer. The proceeds will go to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure foundation.

Cliff Harris Golf Tournament Benefitting Breakthrough T1D
2026-06-08 08:00 - 12:00 | Stonebriar Country Club, 5050 Country Club, Frisco, 75034
Breakthrough T1D will host the 2026 Cliff Harris Golf Tournament on Monday, June 8, 2026, beginning at 8:00 a.m. at Stonebriar Country Club. The annual charity tournament brings together community leaders, supporters and athletes for a day of golf and philanthropy benefiting research to cure, prevent and treat type 1 diabetes.
The event is led by Cliff Harris, Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee and Dallas Cowboys Ring of Honor member. Harris has long been dedicated to the mission of Breakthrough T1D after living with the challenges of type 1 diabetes and losing his father to the disease. Tournament participants enjoy a day on the course while helping advance research breakthroughs that improve the lives of those affected by T1D.
Sponsorship opportunities start at $2,000, with foursome sponsorships beginning at $7,500. For more information or to register, visit breakthrought1d.org.

Walk to End Alzheimer's - Arlington
2026-10-14 08:00 - 12:00
The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support, and research, held annually in over 600 communities. Its mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through research, provide support for all affected, and enable community members to join the fight.
