our mission

ENGAGE, IMPASSION, & EMPOWER

Founded in 2013, the annual Dallas Autumn Ball is an inclusive black tie event for civic-minded young professionals to unite in the name of giving back and celebrating impact in a festive, philanthropic environment. Together, Dallas Autumn Ball attendees and sponsors have raised nearly $200,000 since inception to benefit Dallas education organizations.

At DAB, we believe in making truly transformational impact with our philanthropy. Each year, Dallas Autumn Ball chooses an education-focused nonprofit at a pivotal moment in its growth. We’re proud that our involvement with incredible organizations like the Dallas Education Foundation and Reading Partners have ensured that their critical efforts are set on a trajectory for powerful impact for many years to come.

At Dallas Autumn Ball, we believe that you don’t have to wait to impact your community for the better; you can make a difference today with your time, your talents, and your resources. And you just might find that your community changes you in the process.

ENGAGE

The Dallas Autumn Ball believes that giving back to the community should be more accessible and affordable to young adults. As an organization founded by young professionals, for young professionals, we encourage the engagement of a broader base of civic-minded young leaders by providing an inclusive, celebratory black tie event and volunteer events throughout the year.

IMPASSION

It is never too early to begin making a difference in your city. Young adults can become leaders today rather than waiting to inherit leadership when we get older. We set that leadership process in motion as an inclusive organization for young people to experience meaningful connections to organizations that speak to their values.

EMPOWER

By providing an opportunity for a diverse group of young adults to come together in one room for one cause, empowering individuals of all backgrounds to celebrate impact in a festive environment is the backbone to the Dallas Autumn Ball.