Plans Underway for 2023 Charity Ball
ROCKWALL, TX (May 25, 2022) Several area high school graduates are headed to college with scholarships thanks to the efforts of the Rockwall Women’s League and their annual charity gala that was held April 2 at the Renaissance Dallas/Plano Legacy West Hotel.
This year’s gala theme was East Meets West. With the help of more than 700 gala attendees, the RWL raised a record $300,029. These funds are given back to the Rockwall community by way of local non-profit grants and scholarships.
A total of $209,000 in scholarships were recently handed out to a total of 18 students from Rockwall High School, Rockwall-Heath High School, and Royse City High School.
Scholarship awards ranging from $4,000 to $25,000 were presented to Noella Barron, RHS (Patsy Hendrickson Distinguished Scholar Scholarship); Kelsey Contreras, RCHS; Kimberly Culebro, RHHS; Elise Davis, RHS; Isabella Dominquez, RHHS; Gabrielle Dong, RHHS; Sarah Doroshow, RCHS; Sydney Hunt, RHHS (Electra Malone Scholarship); Mazie Johnson, RHS; Makenna Kirkwood, RCHS; Kylie LaPlante, RHHS; Alyssa Pense, RCHS; Haley Petton, RHHS; Micah Sullivan, RHHS; Emily Tran, RHHS; Sebastian Valerio-Oveida, RCHS; Wyatt Voth, RCHS; and Angela Walter, RHS.
“What an honor and a privilege it has been to work on the Scholarship Committee. To meet the students of our community and know that many of them will go on to change the world is humbling. The commitment the students have shown to their academics, community service and extracurricular activities is impressive to say the least,” said Judy Kunhardt, RWL Scholarship Chair.
In addition to these scholarships, Rockwall Women’s League is also awarding $91, 029 in grants to 25 local non-profit organizations. The grant reception will be held June 6 at Rockwall Gun Club.
Disbursements go to: Boys and Girls Club, Boy Scouts, Camp Summitt, Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County, Empower 7, Helping Hands Children’s Medical Fund, Hope Dawning, Kiwanis Club of Rockwall County, Lone Star CASA, Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County, New Friends New Life, One Man’s Treasure, Patriot Paws, Poiema Foundation, Rockwall Art League, Rockwall Grace Clinic, Rockwall High School Robotics Booster Club, Rockwall Summer Musicals, Shoes for Kids, Stronger Families, The Veterans Outpost, Women In Need, JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall, and the Rockwall County Library.
“We are proud of the work we continue to do that directly impacts the community in such a positive way,” said Jessica Metts, who currently serves as RWL President.
Rhythm of the Night Charity Ball coming coming April 1, 2023 to Fairmont Dallas
Founded in 1973, the Rockwall Women’s League has raised approximately $3 million for Rockwall County through their annual Big Hat Affair and charity gala events.
The RWL comprises members of various ages and diverse interests with a common goal to serve. Their members work throughout Rockwall County volunteering thousands of hours each year. They serve on local non-profit boards, PTAs, and fill seats in many city positions.
The RWL is already gearing up for what promises to be an exciting gala on April 1, 2023, when the theme will be Rhythm of the Night.
Meet the Executive Board
Pictured from left are: Lisa Reid, Mary Ana Rilat, Christina Kaperonis Gervais, Karon Brecheen, Karen Myers, Anna Campbell, Jenifer Penrose, Jessica Metts, Bricklin Bernard, Tiffany Miller, Lauri Dodd, Danna Taylor, Vida Valk, Karen Koepke, Michelle Van Parys, Janna Riddle, Jen Tartar, Eilis Myers, and Lisa Nurmi.
RWL associates recently honored for seven years of service (above) are Beverly Curry, Valerie Herren, Karen Koepke, Jessica Metts, Eilis Myers, Nancy Parkes, Judy Taillac, and Sara Whittle.
To learn more about the RWL, visit their website at rockwallwomensleague.org or follow them on Facebook.
By Dawn Redig, Blue Ribbon News. Courtesy photos.
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