Breakthrough T1D North Texas Area has announced Lindsay Pittard as its new territory executive director for the Dallas, Fort Worth and Oklahoma Chapters of Breakthrough T1D. 

With more than 20 years of nonprofit and community leadership experience, Pittard brings a strong track record of strategic leadership, territory management, fundraising, corporate partnerships and community engagement. Her career has centered on bringing people, organizations and resources together to advance mission-driven work and create meaningful community impact.

Most recently, Pittard served as Vice President of Operations & Strategy for the Women’s Business Council – Southwest (WBCS), providing executive oversight across certifications, business development, community partnerships, events, programs and communications. She supervised key organizational initiatives including relationship cultivation of more than 80 corporations, 1,400 women-owned businesses and numerous community organizations, delivering more than 50 events annually.

Her career includes leadership experience with ALSAC/St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and the United Way of Metropolitan Dallas, where she developed extensive expertise in peer-to-peer fundraising, corporate engagement, community relations and nonprofit leadership. During her time with ALSAC, Pittard played a key role with the Minden St. Jude Auction, supporting the town of Minden, Louisiana, through a significant milestone as the auction raised more than $1 million for the first time under her leadership. The memorable achievement reflected the power of strong community relationships, dedicated volunteers and a shared commitment to the St. Jude mission.  

Pittard’s career has been defined by a passion for bringing people together around a shared purpose. She said, “I’m incredibly honored to join Breakthrough T1D and to have the opportunity to continue serving the North Texas and Oklahoma communities. Throughout my career, I’ve seen the extraordinary impact that happens when passionate people, businesses and communities come together around a shared mission.”

A proud Louisiana State University graduate, Pittard has called the Dallas-Fort Worth area home for many years. She lives with her husband, Andrew, a native of DFW, their two children, Jackson and Charlotte, and their two-year-old dog, Winston.

She joins Breakthrough T1D at its busiest time of year with events set for the next couple of months. The community is invited to join Breakthrough T1D at any of these events to support the organization’s fundraising efforts.  

Oct. 10 – Lubbock Walk

Nov. 7 – Dallas Walk, Oklahoma City Walk

Nov. 8 – Tulsa Walk

Nov. 14 – Fort Worth Walk, Durant, OK Walk  

Nov. 19 – Dallas Luncheon

Dec. 1 – Dallas Mahjong

About Breakthrough T1D: Founded in 1970 as the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation (JDF) and renamed the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) in 2001, the organization rebranded in 2024 as Breakthrough T1D to reflect a bold commitment to improving the lives of both children and adults living with type 1 diabetes. As the leading global organization driving T1D research, advocacy, and community engagement, Breakthrough T1D accelerates progress toward cures and better treatments while making everyday life easier for everyone affected. The North Texas and Oklahoma Chapter, based in Dallas, hosts major fundraising events across the region, including the annual luncheon in Dallas, galas in Dallas, Fort Worth, Tulsa and Oklahoma City as well as community walks in The Colony, Fort Worth, Lubbock, Durant, Tulsa, and Oklahoma City. Visit https://www.breakthrought1d.org/dallasfortworth/, https://www.breakthrought1d.org/oklahoma/, email northtexasoklahoma@BreakthroughT1D.org, or call 214-373-9808.

Park Place Dealerships has launched the 6th Annual Season of Giving, offering up to a total of $100,000 in grants to nonprofits across Dallas-Fort Worth. Eligible organizations are invited to apply at parkplacecares.com through October 23. Grant recipients will be announced the week of November 16. 

To be considered, nonprofit organizations must meet the following criteria:

• Be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
• Support one of Park Place Cares’ four pillars of giving: Education, Medical Research, Children’s Advocacy, or the Arts
• Serve at least one of the following counties: Dallas, Tarrant, Collin, Denton, Ellis, Grayson, Parker, Rockwall, Kaufman, Hunt, Hood, Wise and Johnson
• Haven’t already received donations or in-kind support from Park Place in 2026
• Submit application no later than October 23, 2026 

“Season of Giving gives us an opportunity to learn about nonprofits doing meaningful work throughout North Texas and support them through grants,” said Kara Connor, Community Engagement Manager at Park Place Dealerships. “Over the past five years, we’ve seen how that support can help organizations serve their communities. We’ve also built relationships that continue well beyond the grant itself, and we look forward to meeting this year’s applicants.”

Since 2020, Park Place has donated half a million dollars to 103 nonprofits supporting causes that align with Park Place Cares’ pillars.

Among the 19 organizations selected in 2025 was Fort Worth’s Adriana's Angels, which provides emotional support to children and families facing a childhood cancer diagnosis. The nonprofit used the Season of Giving grant to create Surprise! Packs for children in the hospital. 

Frisco Fastpacs also received a grant to further the organization's mission of providing weekend meal packs to at-risk children who rely on supplemental food assistance. Frisco ISD was able to provide 250 weekend meal packs, and 1,875 meals to at-risk children within the school district.  

Families to Freedom received funding to help provide safe transportation for individuals who are escaping domestic violence. Park Place continued this partnership in 2026 by holding a Car Seat Drive across all 11 dealerships, collecting new and gently used car seats for Families to Freedom to use. 

Evergreen Life Services, which serves and advocates for adults with intellectual disabilities, also received grant funding. Park Place strengthened this partnership during National Volunteer Week in April, when Members went beyond financial support and participated in a hands-on backyard makeover. See the full 2025 list here.

Park Place Dealerships was founded in 1987 and employs more than 1,400 members. Park Place Dealership operates three collision centers, an auto auction, and nine full-service dealerships representing luxury brands including Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Volvo, Land Rover, Acura, and Sprinter Vans. For more information, visit parkplace.com.

Coppell High School’s Engineering Booster Club welcomed students, parents and community members on Sept. 26 for an afternoon gathering in the school’s newly opened engineering space.

For many parents, it was their first opportunity to see the new facility and learn more about what Coppell’s engineering students are doing throughout the year.

The reaction from families was especially exciting. Many parents said they had not realized Coppell High School had such an impressive space dedicated to engineering. Several commented on the quality of the classrooms and equipment, with some even comparing the facility to what they might expect to see at a private school.

The new space gives Coppell’s engineering students more room to design, build, collaborate and prepare for competitions. With students participating in programs such as Technology Student Association (TSA) and Robotics, having adequate space is an important part of giving them opportunities to put what they learn in the classroom into practice.

The Engineering Booster Club appreciates Coppell ISD’s investment in providing a space where these programs can continue to grow.

Bringing Parents, Teachers and Students Together

The Sept. 26 event was also an opportunity for families to meet the teachers and learn more about the engineering program.

Mr. Garner, Mr. Brown and Mr. Price spent the afternoon visiting with parents and giving tours of the new space. Families were able to see where students work on projects, prepare for competitions and turn their ideas into something they can actually build and test.

Students were an important part of the afternoon as well. TSA student leaders shared their own experiences with parents and younger students, including freshmen who are just beginning to discover the opportunities available through Coppell Engineering.

Having students talk about their experiences gave families a chance to hear directly from those who participate in the program and learn more about what TSA, Robotics and other engineering activities can offer.

Most importantly, the afternoon brought together students, teachers, parents and community members who share an interest in supporting Coppell’s engineering programs.

Supporting Coppell Engineering

The Engineering Booster Club works alongside teachers and families to support Coppell High School’s Engineering, TSA and Robotics programs.

This year, the Booster Club hopes to raise $6,000–$8,000 to help provide additional resources and opportunities for students. Support from parents, local businesses, sponsors and the Coppell community play an important role in helping the club reach that goal.

The Booster Club is grateful to everyone who attended the event and to the parents, volunteers and sponsors who continue to support Coppell Engineering.

We are excited to see the new engineering space filled with students and look forward to seeing what they will design, build and accomplish this year.

Get Involved

Interested in supporting the Coppell High School Engineering Booster Club through sponsorship, volunteering or other opportunities?

Visit: https://www.chsengineeringboosters.com/join-ebc.html

For additional information, please contact:

Patricia Chi
Coppell High School Engineering Booster Club
chi.patricia@gmail.com
(469) 831-3709

Coppell High School’s Engineering Booster Club welcomed students, parents and community members on Sept. 26 for an afternoon gathering in the school’s newly opened engineering space.

For many parents, it was their first opportunity to see the new facility and learn more about what Coppell’s engineering students are doing throughout the year.

The reaction from families was especially exciting. Many parents said they had not realized Coppell High School had such an impressive space dedicated to engineering. Several commented on the quality of the classrooms and equipment, with some even comparing the facility to what they might expect to see at a private school.

The new space gives Coppell’s engineering students more room to design, build, collaborate and prepare for competitions. With students participating in programs such as Technology Student Association (TSA) and Robotics, having adequate space is an important part of giving them opportunities to put what they learn in the classroom into practice.

The Engineering Booster Club appreciates Coppell ISD’s investment in providing a space where these programs can continue to grow.

Bringing Parents, Teachers and Students Together

The Sept. 26 event was also an opportunity for families to meet the teachers and learn more about the engineering program.

Mr. Garner, Mr. Brown and Mr. Price spent the afternoon visiting with parents and giving tours of the new space. Families were able to see where students work on projects, prepare for competitions and turn their ideas into something they can actually build and test.

Students were an important part of the afternoon as well. TSA student leaders shared their own experiences with parents and younger students, including freshmen who are just beginning to discover the opportunities available through Coppell Engineering.

Having students talk about their experiences gave families a chance to hear directly from those who participate in the program and learn more about what TSA, Robotics and other engineering activities can offer.

Most importantly, the afternoon brought together students, teachers, parents and community members who share an interest in supporting Coppell’s engineering programs.

Supporting Coppell Engineering

The Engineering Booster Club works alongside teachers and families to support Coppell High School’s Engineering, TSA and Robotics programs.

This year, the Booster Club hopes to raise $6,000–$8,000 to help provide additional resources and opportunities for students. Support from parents, local businesses, sponsors and the Coppell community play an important role in helping the club reach that goal.

The Booster Club is grateful to everyone who attended the event and to the parents, volunteers and sponsors who continue to support Coppell Engineering.

We are excited to see the new engineering space filled with students and look forward to seeing what they will design, build and accomplish this year.

Get Involved

Interested in supporting the Coppell High School Engineering Booster Club through sponsorship, volunteering or other opportunities?

Visit: https://www.chsengineeringboosters.com/join-ebc.html

For additional information, please contact:

Patricia Chi
Coppell High School Engineering Booster Club
chi.patricia@gmail.com
(469) 831-3709

Coppell High School’s Engineering Booster Club welcomed students, parents and community members on Sept. 26 for an afternoon gathering in the school’s newly opened engineering space.

For many parents, it was their first opportunity to see the new facility and learn more about what Coppell’s engineering students are doing throughout the year.

The reaction from families was especially exciting. Many parents said they had not realized Coppell High School had such an impressive space dedicated to engineering. Several commented on the quality of the classrooms and equipment, with some even comparing the facility to what they might expect to see at a private school.

The new space gives Coppell’s engineering students more room to design, build, collaborate and prepare for competitions. With students participating in programs such as Technology Student Association (TSA) and Robotics, having adequate space is an important part of giving them opportunities to put what they learn in the classroom into practice.

The Engineering Booster Club appreciates Coppell ISD’s investment in providing a space where these programs can continue to grow.

Bringing Parents, Teachers and Students Together

The Sept. 26 event was also an opportunity for families to meet the teachers and learn more about the engineering program.

Mr. Garner, Mr. Brown and Mr. Price spent the afternoon visiting with parents and giving tours of the new space. Families were able to see where students work on projects, prepare for competitions and turn their ideas into something they can actually build and test.

Students were an important part of the afternoon as well. TSA student leaders shared their own experiences with parents and younger students, including freshmen who are just beginning to discover the opportunities available through Coppell Engineering.

Having students talk about their experiences gave families a chance to hear directly from those who participate in the program and learn more about what TSA, Robotics and other engineering activities can offer.

Most importantly, the afternoon brought together students, teachers, parents and community members who share an interest in supporting Coppell’s engineering programs.

Supporting Coppell Engineering

The Engineering Booster Club works alongside teachers and families to support Coppell High School’s Engineering, TSA and Robotics programs.

This year, the Booster Club hopes to raise $6,000–$8,000 to help provide additional resources and opportunities for students. Support from parents, local businesses, sponsors and the Coppell community play an important role in helping the club reach that goal.

The Booster Club is grateful to everyone who attended the event and to the parents, volunteers and sponsors who continue to support Coppell Engineering.

We are excited to see the new engineering space filled with students and look forward to seeing what they will design, build and accomplish this year.

Get Involved

Interested in supporting the Coppell High School Engineering Booster Club through sponsorship, volunteering or other opportunities?

Visit: https://www.chsengineeringboosters.com/join-ebc.html

For additional information, please contact:

Patricia Chi
Coppell High School Engineering Booster Club
chi.patricia@gmail.com
(469) 831-3709