Diamond Luncheon - YWLA Foundation

Presented by Melinda and Jerry Johnston

2024

Every woman deserves a limitless future. Help us launch these leaders into theirs.

Thank You to Our Sponsors:

Friday, April 12th, 2024 @ 11:30am | The 4-Eleven 411 S Main St. Fort Worth, TX 76104

In our eyes, these young women are not just students; they are GEMS. Like diamonds forged under heat and pressure, they shine brilliantly. It is with immense pleasure that we invite you to join us in celebrating their achievements at the inaugural Diamond Luncheon on Friday, April 12, 2024, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the 4-Eleven. Each table will be hosted by two YWLA seniors, offering you the chance to connect with these remarkable individuals and learn more about their dreams.

We Invite You to Become a Sponsor!

Your generosity as a sponsor allows us to continue to provide resources and opportunities to support academic and leadership excellence at YWLA.

54 college-bound seniors.
All that's missing is you!

No Talent or Ambition Should Go Unfulfilled.

Introducing the "Women Who Shine" Panel Discussion

Panel Moderated by NBC5 News Anchor and YWLA Foundation Board Member Deborah Ferguson.

Step into a world of inspiration and empowerment as we bring together some of the most remarkable women in the Fort Worth area for an unforgettable event: The "Women Who Shine" Panel Discussion.

Get ready to be captivated by the stories of these trailblazers who are leaders and champions of change. They're passionate about nurturing the next generation of female leaders and shaping the future of our community.

Join us for insightful conversations, valuable lessons, and empowering moments. It will all take place at our Diamond Luncheon on April 12th! 

Together, let's celebrate the strength, resilience, and brilliance of women who shine and let their stories light the way for generations to come.

You can provide the support a young women needs to fulfill her dreams. Your story is unique and includes struggles and triumphs alike.

Someone likely helped you develop a vision for the future and find success. Partnering with The Foundation for Young Women’s Leadership Academy of Fort Worth is a way to give back.

Your Support Can:

  • provide more tools and resources so young women achieve their potential,

  • provide the promise of future community leaders,

  • and equip young women to pursue their ambitions.

Benefits of Sponsorship

Opportunity

Hundreds of deserving students have benefitted from past donations providing experiences and opportunities that would be otherwise missed.

Preparation

Your support will help fund a college stipend for students. Stipends are used for supplies, books, transportation, or other expenses they'll encounter in their first semester of college.

Promise

With your sponsorship, students won't miss out on opportunities to pursue a promising future. They'll be equipped to become leaders in our own community and throughout the world.

Becoming a Sponsor is Easy

Open Doors of
Opportunity

Investing in students ensures they are equipped to fulfill their ambitions. Students are prepared to lead our community into a brighter future.

Choose Your
Sponsorship Level

Sponsorship levels range from $25,000 to $1,250. Each comes with an invitation to the Diamond Luncheon. Varying levels offer other robust benefits as well. View our sponsorship levels here.

Be Part of the
Continued Success

All graduating classes at YWLA have a remarkable 100% graduation rate and 100% acceptance into a four-year college or university. Together we can keep that going.

Gloria Vazquez Starling Event Chair

Shoshana and Ben Isgur
NBC5
Rios Group

Thank you to our Emerald Sponsors

Texas Health Resources Harris
University of Texas at Arlington
Michael Parris

Thank you to our Sapphire Sponsors

Ben E. Keith
Deborah Ferguson
GM Financial

Linda O’Brien
Winjie Miao
Young Women’s Preparatory Network

Thank you to our Pearl Sponsors

Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Clara and Samson Cantu
CREW
Kwedar & Co.
M-Pak
Texas Christian University

Tolleson Wealth Management
Webb CFO
Texas A & M Law School
Texas Wesleyan University
TEXO Association
Carolyn Phillips

Caroline Cranz
Kathleen Carlson
Kelvin Carlson
Dr. Benecia Williams