Monthly News & Updates

December 2025 | Issue 12.25

President's Message

Dear Friends,


As we enter the final month of the year, I find myself reflecting with so much gratitude. This chapter thrives because of the people who pour their time, energy, and heart into it - our dedicated Board of Directors, our hardworking committee members, the generous sponsors and partners who support our programs, and of course, each of you who show up, engage, learn, and lift one another up. I want to give a very special thank you to our chapter administrator, James Nicholson, whose steady leadership behind the scenes keeps everything running smoothly. We truly couldn’t do what we do without James’ tireless support and patience.


I hope you’ll join us for our December 8 luncheon, where we’ll wrap up the year with a relaxed “fireside conversation” between me and our President-Elect, Trey Harper. This gathering is a chance to celebrate another successful year, connect with your colleagues, and hear about the priorities and vision guiding our Fort Worth-Metro Chapter into 2026. No slides, no formalities - just community and conversation. And I hope you’ll dress festively for the season!


This meeting will also be my last as Chapter President, and it has been one of the greatest honors of my professional life. I’m so proud of what we’ve accomplished together over the past two years, and I look forward to continuing to support our chapter in my new role as Immediate Past President.


I hope you’ll join us as we close out the year with gratitude for all we’ve achieved, and hope for everything ahead.


Warmest wishes,

Hillary Bessinger, CFRE

2025 AFP Fort Worth Metro Chapter President

• Thank you to our December Sponsor •

Join us for an end-of-year social celebration!


Monday, December 8, 2025

11:30am - 1:00pm

Cullen Yards | 2412 Cullen Street


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It's the season of giving, so let's come together to celebrate all of the amazing things that we've accomplished as non-profit professionals during this especially challenging year!


Whether you want to share ideas, talk about industry best practices, or simply relax with other non-profit folks, we hope you'll come out to join us!

Join the Planning Team for the 2025 DFW Philanthropy in Action Conference!


We’re gearing up for another incredible year of inspiration, connection, and collaboration

— and we need passionate fundraising professionals to help shape the experience!


If you’re ready to make an impact and bring your expertise to the table, consider joining one of the committees for our 2026 DFW Philanthropy in Action Conference:

✨ Exhibitor & Sponsor

📣 Marketing

🎓 Scholarship

🤝 Registration

🗣️ Speakers

📝 Evaluations


This is your chance to help lead one of the largest regional philanthropy conferences in the country and contribute to a truly meaningful event for our community.


Interested in getting involved? Email: chairelect@dfwpc.org for more information.

Upcoming Events

12/8 | December Social


• Save the Date in 2026 •

1/12 | January Luncheon

2/9 | February Luncheon

3/9 | March Luncheon

4/13 | April Luncheon

5/11 | May Luncheon

...and more to come!

So glad you have joined us! 

Let us know what we can do for you - that's why we're here!!!

Carolyn Culpepper

FreeWill


Marchelle Jordan


Madison Owen

Fort Worth Library Foundation


Jon Rhiddlehoover

Central Storehouse

Congratulations to this year's honorees, and thank you to everyone who attended this annual event!


Be sure to enjoy our pictures from the event:

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