Dallas, October 21, 2025
News Summary
The Genesis Young Leaders will present their 11th Annual Masquerade Gala at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science, benefiting Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support. Attendees will enjoy a night themed ‘Night at the Museum,’ with private access to museum exhibits, live music, a roaming dinner, signature cocktails, and a silent auction. This event aims to raise funds and awareness for domestic violence prevention efforts and is expected to attract hundreds of young professionals from the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
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Genesis Young Leaders to present 11th Annual Masquerade Gala at Perot Museum
Genesis Young Leaders will present their 11th Annual Masquerade Gala. The gala will be held at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science and will benefit Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support, which focuses on ending domestic violence. Tickets for the event start at $100 and are available for purchase.
Key details and purpose
The event seeks to explore the wonders of the museum. This year’s theme is Night at the Museum. The gala brings together hundreds of young professionals from the Dallas-Fort Worth area for an evening that combines social activity and fundraising. All proceeds from the gala will benefit Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support, which focuses on ending domestic violence.
What attendees can expect
Attendees will have private access to the exhibits of the Perot Museum. The evening will feature live music for entertainment, and there will be a roaming dinner throughout the event. Signature cocktails will be served to attendees. There will be a silent auction during the gala. The combination of private museum access, live music, food, drinks, and an auction is designed to provide a cohesive evening of social engagement while raising funds for the beneficiary organization.
Leadership and local participation
The event chair for the Masquerade is Kendal Bohnsack. Michael Anorue is the board president of Genesis Young Leaders. The gala is organized by young professionals and is expected to draw a regional crowd from across the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
Logistics and ticketing
Tickets for the event start at $100 and are available for purchase. The ticket price and availability reflect both entry to the private exhibits and access to the evening’s entertainment program, including live music, roaming dinner, signature cocktails, and the silent auction. Organizers describe the evening as both a night of fun and fundraising.
Context and mission
Genesis Young Leaders is staging the event as an annual fundraising and community engagement activity. The gala’s proceeds are designated to support services and programs provided by Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support, which focuses on ending domestic violence. Hosting the gala at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science is intended to provide a distinctive setting that highlights the institution’s exhibits while creating an appealing environment for donors and participants.
Attendance and community impact
The gala brings together hundreds of young professionals from the Dallas-Fort Worth area, positioning the event as a regional gathering for those interested in supporting the mission of Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support. The combination of fundraising elements, including the silent auction and ticket sales, aims to generate resources for services that address domestic violence.
FAQ
What is the event?
Genesis Young Leaders will present their 11th Annual Masquerade Gala.
Where will the gala be held?
The gala will be held at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science.
What is the theme?
This year’s theme is Night at the Museum.
Who is expected to attend?
The gala brings together hundreds of young professionals from the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
What is the purpose of the event?
The event aims to serve as both a night of fun and fundraising.
What access will attendees have?
Attendees will have private access to the exhibits of the Perot Museum.
What entertainment and amenities are planned?
The evening will feature live music for entertainment. Guests can enjoy a roaming dinner throughout the event. Signature cocktails will be served to attendees. There will be a silent auction during the gala.
Who is leading the event?
Event chair for the Masquerade is Kendal Bohnsack. Michael Anorue is the board president of Genesis Young Leaders.
Who benefits from the gala?
All proceeds from the gala will benefit Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support, which focuses on ending domestic violence.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets for the event start at $100 and are available for purchase.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Genesis Young Leaders will present their 11th Annual Masquerade Gala. |
| Venue | The gala will be held at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science. |
| Theme | This year’s theme is Night at the Museum. |
| Audience | The gala brings together hundreds of young professionals from the Dallas-Fort Worth area. |
| Purpose | The event aims to serve as both a night of fun and fundraising. |
| Access | Attendees will have private access to the exhibits of the Perot Museum. |
| Entertainment | The evening will feature live music for entertainment. |
| Food & Drink | Guests can enjoy a roaming dinner throughout the event. Signature cocktails will be served to attendees. |
| Auction | There will be a silent auction during the gala. |
| Leadership | Event chair for the Masquerade is Kendal Bohnsack. Michael Anorue is the board president of Genesis Young Leaders. |
| Beneficiary | All proceeds from the gala will benefit Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support, which focuses on ending domestic violence. |
| Tickets | Tickets for the event start at $100 and are available for purchase. |
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- Dallas Culture Map: Genesis Young Leaders Masquerade Gala
- Wikipedia: Fundraising Event
- Dallas Culture Map: Young Professionals Galas
- Google Search: Domestic Violence Awareness
- Dallas Culture Map: Fall Galas Overview
- Google Scholar: Domestic Violence Fundraising
- Dallas Culture Map: Bone Bash Fundraising Event
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Fundraising
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