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Texas Women’s Foundation 2024-2025 Board Officers And New Members Announced July 8, 2024 Something old, something news is what’s happening at Texas Women’s Foundation for its 2024-2025 board of directors. While she’s way too young to be considered “old,” Carrie Freeman Parsons is returning as the board chair. Joining her on the TXWF board are the following: Chair-Elect Cris Zertuche Wong Secretary Hattie Hill Governance Committee Chair Jana Etheridge Finance Committee Chair Lisette Mendez… Read More
Main Content Texas Women’s Foundation Leadership Forum And Awards Celebrated With Today’s Leaders And Tomorrow’s Leaders July 3, 2024 Via: My Sweet Charity By: Jeanne Prejean When one hears the word “forum,” they usually think of something akin to a combination of a church service and a required class. But leave it to the Texas Women’s Foundation to use the recipe of music, dancing, awards and conversations with leaders to inspire and broaden the scope of… Read More
The Last Word: ABC News’ Deborah Roberts On Becoming a Leader — ‘Just Own It’ May 15, 2024 Via: Dallas Innovates Texas Women's Foundation presented #BESTSELF and the Leadership Forum & Awards Celebration, setting the stage with a powerful conversation between ABC News correspondent Deborah Roberts and Dallas Mavericks CEO Cynt Marshall. “Just own it.” Deborah Roberts ABC News correspondent and co-anchor of “20/20” … on advice to becoming a leader, in a… Read More
New CEOs Appointed at Texas Women’s Foundation and Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity May 15, 2024 Via: D Magazine By: Celie Price and Layten Praytor Plus: Former OpTic Gaming CEO Adam Rymer finds new e-sports post, Lynn Pinker Hurst & Schwegmann hires former Mary Kay chief legal officer, and more. Texas Women’s Foundation Karen Hughes White, CEO and President Texas Women’s Foundation has named Karen Hughes White as its new president and CEO. Prior… Read More
Preston Hollow Resident to Lead Texas Women’s Foundation May 15, 2024 Via: Preston Hollow By: Sarah Hodges Texas Women’s Foundation has named Preston Hollow resident Karen Hughes White as its new president and CEO. White has led nonprofit organizations focused on the needs of women, girls, and children for the past 20 years. As chief executive officer of Tri Delta sorority from 2014 to 2024, White… Read More
Texas Women’s Foundation Names Karen Hughes White As New President And CEO May 15, 2024 Via: Texas Metro News Texas Women’s Foundation (TXWF), one of the largest women’s funds in the world, today announced the appointment of Karen Hughes White as its new president and CEO. A dynamic, mission-driven, and results-oriented leader, White has led nonprofit organizations focused on the needs of women, girls, and children for the past 20… Read More
JUST IN: Texas Women’s Foundation Taps Non-Profit Veteran Karen Hughes White As President and CEO April 18, 2024 The Texas Women’s Foundation (TXWF) has appointed non-profit veteran Karen Hughes White as its new president and chief executive officer. The Dallas-based foundation, which advances economic security and leadership for Texas women and girls, said White has a 20-year record focusing on the needs of women, girls and children. HATTIE HILL, KAREN HUGHES WHITE AND CARRIE FREEMAN PARSONS* “After… Read More
Dallas women who shattered ceilings say much work ahead for gender equality March 15, 2024 In Women’s History Month salute, city leaders reflect on hurdles overcome, focus on barriers many women still face with child care, housing Via: Dallas Morning News By: Leah Waters Some of Dallas’ leading ladies gathered last week at City Hall to salute each other, the women who paved the way for them and the ones… Read More
TXWF Celebrates Women’s History Month March 4, 2024 March 2024 - Hattie Hill Interview on iHeart Radio with Anna deHaro on the impact Texas Women's Foundation makes on women, girls and families across the state. Click here to listen: 005076404.mp3 - Google Drive Read More
Childcare zoning in Dallas: A small change can make a big difference February 14, 2024 Via: Dallas Morning News By: Rebecca Acuna City Council will vote on recommendation that child care facilities in neighborhoods operate by right Few things positively impact the trajectory of a family more than a quality education, starting with early child care. While ample data exists, I witnessed the positive impact of early enrichment programs in… Read More

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Texas Women’s Foundation Hosts its Leadership Forum & Awards Celebration on April 30th Event features ABC News’ Deborah Roberts as moderator January 24, 2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PHOTOS: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/sdqr8hieohzhxxqdntrmd/h?rlkey=14ekec3seroh2zonw5bmz4ody&dl=0 Contact: Juliette Coulter juliette@coultergroup.com (214) 394-5532 DALLAS, Texas, January 18, 2024 – Texas Women’s Foundation has announced its Leadership Forum & Awards Celebration on April 30, 2024, at the Omni Dallas Hotel (555 S. Lamar St, Dallas, TX 75202). This day of learning, leadership and celebration starts with #BESTSELF, a… Read More
The Village Giving Circle at Texas Women’s Foundation Grants $165,000 to 12 Organizations Supporting the African American Community November 29, 2023 https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/a2zu21xqvchwjcgw4ks8d/h?rlkey=wxx31jdgfjq0gtbn9ittgi1zi&dl=0 PHOTO CREDIT: Kim Leeson/Texas Women’s Foundation DALLAS, Texas, November 15, 2023 – On November 12th at Frito Lay headquarters, The Village Giving Circle at Texas Women’s Foundation gave $165,000 in grants to 12 nonprofit organizations whose missions support the African American community in North Texas. Since 2017, the group has distributed $1,158,000 in grants… Read More
Hispanic 100 Latina Giving Circle at Texas Women’s Foundation Delivers $166,000 to North Texas Nonprofits November 29, 2023 Photos: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/ilobf2edjmopotnje096z/h?rlkey=4n2g12qo28ybhotdt3pmkkbwp&dl=0 Photo credit: Texas Women’s Foundation DALLAS, Texas, November 3, 2023 – The Hispanic 100 (H100) Latina Giving Circle at Texas Women’s Foundation awarded $166,000 in grants to 33 North Texas area nonprofits serving the needs of Latina women and girls in low and moderate income communities. Since its inception, H100 has given an… Read More
Texas Women’s Foundation’s Three Giving Circles Distributed More than $3.55 Million Since Inception November 29, 2023 2023 grants totaled $707,688 to 69 Nonprofits DALLAS, Texas, November 15, 2023– Texas Women’s Foundation (TXWF) announces that its three giving circles have distributed $3,552,188 since they were founded. These giving circles include Orchid Giving Circle at TXWF (Asian/Asian American), The Village Giving Circle at TXWF (African American) and Hispanic 100 (H100) Giving Circle at… Read More
Orchid Giving Circle at Texas Women’s Foundation Distributes $376,688 to 24 Nonprofit Organizations November 29, 2023 Photo Link: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/v18nj66u96c6yaqgt5ady/h?rlkey=ely5g3apfb7xofbgmpvqrr0d2&dl=0 Photo credit: Simon Luna/Orchid Giving Circle at Texas Women’s Foundation DALLAS, Texas, November 27, 2023 – Orchid Giving Circle at Texas Women’s Foundation (TXWF) distributed a record $376,688 in grants to 24 nonprofit organizations that serve the North Texas Asian community. The event took place at Communities Foundation on November 10 with… Read More
Texas Women’s Foundation Announces Storm Reid, Emmy-Nominated Actress, as Speaker for 38th Annual Luncheon on Sept. 26 August 30, 2023 PHOTOS: Storm Reid: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/bicp9psews3ny8n1j243e/Storm-Reid-Headshot_07.17.23.jpg?rlkey=6klpky110hlekvlavzfj4nx4m&dl=0 Photo credit: TXWF Co-chairs: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/m2ktc11qq3tajg8/AACjyyXw14TDnrNJoPhYSSTNa?dl=0 Photo cutline #20: Ashleigh Everett, Yolanda Garcia; photo credit: Goldenlight Creative Texas Women’s Foundation Announces Storm Reid, Emmy-Nominated Actress, as Speaker for 38th Annual Luncheon on Sept. 26 The Dallas Mavericks to be Presenting Sponsor DALLAS, Texas, August 30, 2023 – Texas Women’s Foundation (TXWF)… Read More
Texas Women’s Foundation Hosts its Leadership Forum & Awards Celebration on April 27th January 24, 2023 Newly revamped day-long event features emcee Jenna Bush Hager DALLAS, Texas, January 18, 2023 – Texas Women’s Foundation has expanded its Leadership Forum & Awards Celebration into a day of learning and leadership for the community on April 27, 2023, at the Omni Dallas Hotel (555 S. Lamar St, Dallas, TX 75202). First, the Foundation… Read More
Texas Women’s Foundation Appoints Michelynn “Miki” Woodard as New CEO January 25, 2022 Woodard to leverage equity, cultural diversity and social justice experience to redouble focus on advancing economic and leadership opportunities for Texas women and girls DALLAS, January 27, 2022 – Texas Women’s Foundation (TXWF), one of the largest women’s funds in the world, today announced its selection of 25-year business and social-impact veteran Michelynn “Miki” Woodard… Read More
Event features keynote by author, entrepreneur and co-founder of Daybreaker, Radha Agrawal January 13, 2022 DALLAS, Texas, January 13, 2022 – Texas Women’s Foundation has announced the recipients of its 2022 Maura Women Helping Women and Young Leader Awards, an honor that celebrates leaders who have helped lift up women and girls. The recipients will be honored at the Leadership Forum & Awards Celebration (LFAC), presented by AT&T, on April… Read More
Hispanic 100 Latina Giving Circle at Texas Women’s Foundation Distributes a Record $150,000 in Grants to North Texas Nonprofits December 9, 2021 DALLAS, November 30, 2021 – The Hispanic 100 (H100) Latina Giving Circle at Texas Women’s Foundation awarded a record $150,000 in grants to 29 North Texas area nonprofits serving the needs of Latina women and girls in low- and moderate-income communities. The H100 Latina Giving Circle at Texas Women’s Foundation was established in 2019 by… Read More

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