The Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award, established in 2002, is given annually to a Dallas leader(s) with a lifelong commitment to improving the quality of life in the community and to furthering the importance of education. The award also recognizes the life work of Virginia Chandler Dykes as an outstanding healthcare provider, whose professional and civic achievements represent a lifetime committed to helping others.

Past award recipients are Caroline Rose Hunt, 2009; T. Boone Pickens, 2008; Lindalyn Adams, 2007; Marnie and Kern Wildenthal, 2006; Gretchen Minyard Williams and J.L. “Sonny” Williams, 2005; Geraldine “Tincy” Miller, 2004; and Susan and Charles Cooper, 2003. The 2010 Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Awards Luncheon presented by Bank of Texas, will be held on Thursday, February 25, 2010, at The Belo Mansion and Pavilion.

For sponsorship or general information, contact Karen K. Martin at kmartin9@twu.edu, call 940.898.3865. Or fill out the Sponsorship Contract form.