If auction packages don’t incite your interest, it’s because you’ve never seen the caliber of the GRACE Gala Silent, Big Board and Live Auctions. Maybe we’re a bit partial, but the Auction Committee has been hard at work to not only ensure that everyone falls in love with the items, but that EVERYONE has access—whether you attend the Gala or not! Cyber auction guests can start bidding now on coveted items, set a maximum bid to stay in the game, and start outbidding their friends for packages like autographed  sporting goods, VIP experiences, royal spa packages and celebrity-worthy merchandise. Above all, GRACE is grateful to the many businesses who have so generously given their best products and services to support the mission of GRACE. A once-in-a-lifetime trip or experience is a priceless thing to joy, but priceless still is the opportunity to make an impact on the life of a

The GRACE Gala is just one week away, and now is the time to secure your seats or table! The black tie affair, happening Saturday, October 22 at the Irving Convention Center is a chance for the community of Greater Northeast Tarrant County to come together with a kindred desire to see that GRACE programs continue throughout the year. As the agency’s largest singular fund-raising event of the year, it’s also a fun-filled night of lively entertainment, gourmet food, special performances, dancing and impressive auction items that will exhilarate every taste. If you plan on coming to the GRACE Gala for the first time, you’ll soon discover why people reserve the special date on their calendar year after year. Individual tickets are $325 each or a table for $3,000. Sponsorships start at $2,000 at Patron level, or for just $500 more at $3,500, friends and businesses can reserve a table

Fifty GRACE staff and supporters got their blood pumping for a cause earlier this month. ZYN22 in Southlake hosted a charity event that gave 100% of the full-body workout session and retail purchases to support GRACE programs. At ZYN22, they don’t call it the “ride of your life” for nothing. The premium indoor cycling venue believes in the uplifting power of cardio and weight training to the beat of dynamic Classic Rock. If that doesn’t motivate you, a well-deserved, post workout mimosa and aromatherapy towel might. The creativity of local franchises and small businesses to support GRACE programming is a prime example of what it means to employ your talents and resources to make the community a better place for families struggling in our midst. A special thanks to the staff at ZYN22, and those who were willing to break a sweat to provide local families the essentials they need

It would come as no surprise that the kings of dining, The Hartnett Group, would be this year’s Dinner Feature Sponsor for the GRACE Gala. The Hartnett Group is the genius behind your favorite local restaurants, including Bob’s Steak & Chop House, Flips Patio Grill, Mi Dia, and Winewood Grill. The Hartnett family has seemed to master every cuisine imaginable, from a decadent brunch, prime ‘cote de boeuf’ bone-in ribeye, to juicy hamburgers and authentic Latin American fare. As longtime supporters of GRACE, The Hartnett Group’s investment as the Dinner Feature Sponsor raises funds to ensure that no family in our community go without food, shelter, clothing and medical care. When Winewood premiered it’s now-famous brunch menu among nearly two hundred of the area’s finest food connoisseurs, The Harnett Group seized the opportunity to launch an awareness campaign event for GRACE’s annual Holiday Food Drive to families in need. Much

United Way of Tarrant County is making it easier for employees to make a difference through their charitable workplace designation. Effective immediately, United Way of Tarrant County takes no fees on donor designations. That’s right, 100% of all donations designated through employee charitable campaigns go directly to the charity selected. What that means for you is if you are employed at a business that hosts a United Way giving campaign, nothing is withheld from the donation you designate to a United Way agency, including a donation to GRACE. United Way is an affiliation that strategically partners with select organizations that target the root causes of societal issues and reinvests into local solutions. United Way also monitors their affiliates to ensure the funds are properly stewarded and reflect positive, measurable outcomes.  

The GRACE MVP Award winner is nominated based on exceptional customer service, outstanding attitude, innovative thinking, interdepartmental collaboration, teamwork, and excellence in mission. Marta encompasses all the criteria of this award. As the Assistant Manager at Donation Station, Marta is often one of the first people the majority of corporate, civic and faith-based groups come in contact with at GRACE as volunteers. Not only is Donation Station a touch point for many donors, it is a bustling warehouse where virtually all item donations are sorted, processed and delivered for material assistance or resale merchandise. Such a place requires tenacious leadership, physical endurance and positive stamina, all for which Marta is so aptly fit in her role. A native of Hungary, Marta has made the United States her home for over 25 years. Prior to working for GRACE, Marta volunteered with Christmas Cottage, and at several campuses at Keller ISD. “I

Last year Gala attendees had the unprecedented opportunity to see their real-time posts in a massive social media waterfall feed! Post your pre-event, dinner and dancing photos with #GRACEGala for a chance to make it to the big screen the night of the Gala and in a special online album after the event. We hope you will tag your friends to not only remember that you clean up nicely, but that you played a tremendous role in ensuring at-risk families in the community receive food, clothing, shelter, medical care and hope for a bright future. #GRACEGala isn’t the only hashtag that is trending; volunteers, staff and the entire community can always post their favorite moments with #GRACEGrapevine on Twitter and Facebook. Catalog your collection drives, third party events and group service projects on our page, so we can be sure to recognize your efforts. Some groups opt to place an

As if you needed another good reason to brake for cupcakes, for the month of October Gigi’s Cupcakes in Southlake is celebrating with GRACE with a specialty GRACE Gala cupcake! The proceeds from each delectable, red velvet cupcake will go to fund GRACE programs through the GRACE Gala. Each petite cake is topped with white cream cheese frosting, golden sprinkles and a custom white chocolate angel. The specialty cupcakes will be offered from Saturday, October 1 through Monday, October 31. Gigi’s Cupcakes made their big debut in the Southlake area this July, offering a variety of over 30 gourmet cupcakes each week baked fresh each day. If you’d like to place a large order, be sure to call ahead at 817-320-1902. Gigi’s Cupcakes is located at 1161 E Southlake Blvd #208 in Southlake.

Check out these frame-worthy photos set before the beautiful backdrop of the Khan home. The VIP Party takes place each year to honor foundational sponsors, donors and volunteers of the GRACE Gala, which allow all proceeds of the event to directly benefit GRACE programs. A special thanks to the talented Sarah Ware of Sarah Ware Photography for capturing the beauty of the evening. View the complete album on our Facebook page, or find the direct link to view photos here.  

Our hearts our filled by the generosity the Janning family. The Janning Family Foundation was established to foster planned giving from generation to generation. Grantors Elizabeth and Jason Jennings explained that Jason’s father established the fund so that his children and grandchildren can embark on a journey to give to local causes that matter most to them. Once a family member reaches the age of 12, he or she becomes a stakeholder and contributes research and feedback on the organizations they wish to support. This year GRACE was awarded $10,000 to fund GRACE programs for local families. “We’re especially touched that this family is instilling intentional, personal giving at such a young age,” says Executive Director Shonda Schaefer. “What a unique legacy to know that your family gives the opportunity for another family to overcome obstacles and continue their own legacy.” Elizabeth Janning has volunteered behind the scenes at the