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Fort Worth Innovation Challenge Celebration
October 29, 2026
Petroleum Club | Fort Worth, Texas
Fort Worth Innovation Challenge Celebration Dinner
Celebrating bold ideas - and the people bringing them to life
Join Flourish Fund for an evening celebrating the winners of the Fort Worth Innovation Challenge and the locally rooted solutions helping vulnerable children and families move from crisis to flourishing.
Together, we’ll recognize an inspiring group of organizations working to strengthen families, support kinship caregivers, and build a more connected ecosystem of care across Fort Worth.
An Evening of Celebration and Possibility
Over dinner, you’ll hear from Flourish Fund and local community leaders about the vision taking shape in Fort Worth. You’ll also meet the Innovation Challenge winners and learn how their ideas could create meaningful, lasting change for children and families.
This gathering is an opportunity to celebrate what has begun—and imagine what might be possible as our community continues working together.
We hope to see you in Fort Worth!
Dates: October 29, 2026
Location: Petroleum Club, Fort Worth, Texas
high-level itinerary
Additional details will be shared as the visit approaches.
Wednesday, October 28
Arrive in Fort Worth and gather for an informal evening of dinner and connection with members of the Flourish Fund community and local friends.
6:00 p.m. - Welcome Dinner
Thursday, October 29
We’ll spend the day seeing Fort Worth’s foster care ecosystem in action - meeting local leaders and visiting organizations, neighborhoods, and churches working together to support children and families.
8:30 am - Depart from the hotel
9:00 am - Introduction to Foster Care in Fort Worth
11:30 am - Lunch
12:30 - 4:30 pm - Ecosystem Site Visits
4:30 pm - Return to hotel and break
6:00 - 9:00 pm - Fort Worth Innovation Challenge Winners Celebration Showcase & Dinner
Friday, October 30
We’ll spend our final morning learning more about emerging work in Fort Worth and enjoying time together in the city before concluding with an informal lunch.
8:30 am - Depart from the hotel
9:00 am -12:00 pm - Fort Worth Ecosystem and Exploring
12:30 pm - Closing Lunch and Departure
Trip Details
The Crescent Hotel will serve as the primary gathering place for the Flourish Fund community throughout the visit.
Please reserve your room by September 20, 2026. You can use this booking link.
Group rate: $389/night
Please plan to arrive by late afternoon on Wednesday, October 28, and depart after lunch on Friday, October 30. Additional information about accommodations, transportation, attire, and the final schedule will be provided to confirmed guests.
frequently asked questions
Who will be attending?
Members of Flourish Fund’s community of givers, along with leaders and partners from across Fort Worth.
When should I arrive?
Wednesday evening, October 28, 2026.
Where is the hotel?
The Crescent Hotel, 3300 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76107
Flourish Fund has secured a discounted room rate of $389 per night. Please use this link to reserve your room by September 20, 2026.
For those able to join us early, we will gather for a welcome reception and dinner on Wednesday evening to kick off our time together. A limited number of rooms are available for Wednesday night, so please indicate your interest when registering.
Which airport should I use?
DFW International Airport is the closest option (~40-minute drive). Dallas Love Field is also an option (~40-55 minute drive).
Dress Code: Cowboy Cocktail
Comfortable, polished attire is encouraged for daytime meetings and site visits, with comfortable walking shoes. For Thursday evening’s celebration dinner, think elevated business casual — jackets, dresses, boots, and Western-inspired touches are welcome.
Who can I contact with questions?
Contact Ashley Kuhlmann at ashley@flourishfund.orgor text/call at (512) 785-1881.
