Communities We Call Home: Dallas and Minneapolis
Earlier this month, two events nearly 1,000 miles apart, brought people together for a purpose. In Dallas, it was fashion with a mission. In Minneapolis, it was wine and philanthropy.
In both cities, volunteers, donors, community leaders and our local teams rallied to support those who needed it most.
Fashion, Philanthropy & Service in Dallas
The Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center set the stage for the 32nd Annual Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary Fashion Show & Luncheon on May 6. Since 1993, the luncheon has raised more than $16 million to support The Salvation Army’s programs across 19 local North Texas facilities.
Guests enjoyed a seated lunch, silent auction, and a runway presentation of designer labels, donated from more than 40 Dallas boutiques and residents. The volunteers from the Women’s Auxiliary were the real force behind the event – they logged countless hours collecting, organizing, and preparing the fashions.
“Each year, the Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary Fashion Show & Luncheon serves as a meaningful reminder of the generosity of our donors and our community,” said Stacey Walker, 2025 Luncheon Chair. “Our volunteers spent hours upon hours making this event would be a success. The impact of their generosity in support of The Salvation Army makes the event just that much more special.”
The event showcased style and service under one roof and served as a gentle reminder that giving back never goes out of fashion.
Toasting to Children’s Health in Minneapolis, Three Years Running
A few days later and nearly 1,000 miles north, WineFest No. 28 – A Toast to Children’s Health, was held in Minneapolis. Since 1995, WineFest has raised $24 million to support groundbreaking medical achievements from pediatric open-heart surgery to innovative transplant techniques, with all proceeds benefitting M Health Fairview Masonic Children’s Hospital.
The weekend-long celebration featured a grand tasting, fine wine dinner, and multiple receptions that welcomed hundreds of guests including physicians, sommeliers, philanthropists, and business leaders. This year’s event netted $2 million with contributions to the live auction including a Jet Card Membership that raised $20,000.
“This is my third year attending Winefest on behalf of Jet Linx and each year is a powerful reminder of our duty to give back,” said Tabitha Forrest, Client Relations Manager in Minneapolis. “Seeing the volunteers pull off an event like this, year after year, and seeing the impact – it makes me proud to work for a team that cares deeply about our communities.”
Whether it’s supporting children facing illness in Minneapolis or helping North Texas families improve their lives, we’re happy to play a small part in each event that contributes to a much larger community impact.
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