National Charity League Inc Turtle Creek Chapter

Programs: Annual senior recognition event february 26, 2017 220 members, 17 guests. 46 seniors honored location: the chandelier room, dallas design district this event is a long-standing national charity league tradition designed to celebrate the graduating senior class by highlighting their years of service as members of the chapter. All members are required to attend the event, and seniors may invite friends and family members. The younger classes are inspired by all of the accomplishments of the graduating class, and they look forward to their own participation. A video was made highlighting each senior in the class. Each senior was given the opportunity to speak about their ncl experiences as part of the video. Photos collected were used in the video to provide a picture story of their journey. Speakers at the event included chapter officers, and committee chairs. Light bites were served during the program. The objective of the event is for each senior to reflect on her community service, leadership development, and cultural experiences as well as for the class as a whole, with the ultimate goal of accomplishing their six- year plan and be better prepared for the next stage in their lives.

annual mother/daughter tea, awards and installation ceremony april 23, 2017 262 members in attendance location: dallas country club the tea is an ncl tradition from the early days, and continues as an important event as we install new ticktockers, patronesses, and board members, as well as present awards for various levels of philanthropic service completed throughout the year. It is a social event where a light meal is served with the tea and serves as a celebration of the year's service to various philanthropies as well as strengthening bonds between mothers, daughters, and peers.

annual ticktocker day & grade level events august 14, 2016 172 members in attendance location: university park united methodist church the ticktockers kicked off the new school year with their annual ticktocker day, which is a retreat for the daughters in the organization. Each ticktocker family spent some time getting to know each other, planning events for the upcoming year, and learning more about our philanthropies. The guest speaker was lauren cook, founder of the sunny girl. She is an author and speaker to young teens and advocates ways to find blessings and encouragement in daily life. The girls also brought donations for new friends/new life and attitudes and attire, two non-profit agencies dedicated to helping young girls escape sex trafficking, raise self esteem, and provide tools for self-sufficiency. The ticktockers were trained on their committee positions for the upcoming year to help cultivate their leadership skills and community involvement.