GRACE Welcomes New Chief Executive Officer: Rebecca Cox

“My life verse has always been Galatians 6:9. It has guided me in every challenge; every decision in my life: ‘Let us not be weary in doing good: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.’.” With that wise counsel and valiant concept, Rebecca Cox takes on her new role as Chief Executive Officer of GRACE. “Doing good” comes as natural to Rebecca as breathing. She found her calling early in life at Fort Worth’s Presbyterian Night Shelter. There she found the fulfillment that comes with helping those who are struggling the most in our community. Since that time, nearly a quarter-century later, Rebecca’s character has been defined by serving those facing poverty, homelessness, and resource scarcity. She’s led initiatives to improve community clinics and mental healthcare facilities. For a half-dozen years, hers was the face of homeless housing services in DFW with lead roles at the

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A Gala Guide: How to Have a GRACEful Gala

We are honored to have you with us for the 20th Annual GRACE Gala! Anticipation is in the air and we want to make sure that we give you all the information necessary to make your Gala experience exceptional. Whether you are a first time guest or a GRACE Gala regular, all the information you should need can be found here: The GRACE Gala will be held on the 4TH Floor of the Irving Convention Center located at 500 West Las Colinas Blvd., Irving, TX 75039 the evening of November 4th 2023. Complimentary Valet and Garage Self-Parking are available. Keep an eye out for signage! Silent Auction and Cocktails begin at 5:30pm. Doors to the ballroom open at 6:00pm. Program and Dinner begins at 6:30pm. Guests are invited skip the line and registration process night-of and PRE-REGISTER your credit card by following this link: Pre-Register Here. As soon as you register, you’ll be able to participate in the Silent Auction and maybe

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Thank You to Classic Chevrolet: 2023 GRACE Gala Presenting Sponsor

Sponsors are the lifeblood of GRACE events. We are grateful for all those who support the GRACE Gala, Designer Bags & Bingo, the GRACE Poker Tournament, and all other GRACE events and activities throughout the year. The generosity of these community-minded businesses and individuals is an inspiration to GRACE staff who strive to make all those who support GRACE proud of the way their gifts help those in need. Classic Chevrolet owners Susan and Tom Durant are the perfect example of community-minded business owners. The Durant’s ask their employees to support the community through charitable work. Their employees have responded by making philanthropy a personal and professional goal. “Over the past few years, it’s been a thrill to see how our employees have so fully embraced the spirit of giving back to our community,” said Brad Roblyer, General Manager of the Classic Chevrolet Fleet and Commercial division, and the Presenting

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