Dallas, September 20, 2025
News Summary
The SPCA of Texas successfully held its annual Fur Ball at the Frontiers of Flight Museum, where over 450 guests gathered to raise more than $490,000. The evening highlighted significant developments including a campus rebranding and the announcement of a new care and recovery center. Guests enjoyed a festive ambience while participating in various auctions, featuring a performance by the Georgia Bridgewater Orchestra. The event emphasized community contributions to animal welfare and ongoing capital campaigns aimed at enhancing the SPCA’s facilities and services.
Dallas — The SPCA of Texas held its annual Fur Ball fundraiser on September 19, 2025, at the Frontiers of Flight Museum, where more than 450 guests raised over $490,000 to support the organization’s programs and capital development. The event included a major campus rebranding announcement, progress updates on the current capital campaign, and recognition of community leaders involved in animal welfare and local initiatives.
Key developments and fundraising results
The evening was decorated in gold, creating a festive atmosphere for attendees. Chris Luna, President and CEO of SPCA of Texas, announced the rebranding of the organization’s campus, which will be named the Stephens Greth Foundation Campus. A new building on the campus will be called the Addy Foundation Care and Recovery Center. The current capital campaign, titled “Care Unleashed,” is 75% towards its goal of $31 million. A new mission statement for the SPCA of Texas was introduced: “Creating a brighter future for animals, people, and the community.”
Attendance, awards, and program highlights
Over 450 guests attended the Fur Ball, raising more than $490,000 for the SPCA of Texas’s initiatives. Notable attendees included Jan and Trevor Rees-Jones, Amy and Michael Meadows, and Peter Brodsky, the recipient of the Mary Spencer Award. Peter Brodsky was recognized for his efforts in addressing Dallas’ loose dog crisis and supporting the Southern Dallas Initiative.
The event was chaired by Kristin Hallam, with support from co-chairs and auction chairs. The evening featured a live auction and silent auction with various items for bidding, including travel packages and animal-themed items. Live entertainment for the evening was provided by the Georgia Bridgewater Orchestra.
Program and campaign context
The capital campaign update places the SPCA of Texas three-quarters of the way to a $31 million goal under the “Care Unleashed” campaign. The announced campus rebranding and the naming of a new care and recovery building reflect a strategic focus on expanding shelter and recovery capacity, as well as enhancing community-facing services. Organizers also noted that future announcements will present additional plans and initiatives for the organization.
Supporting details
The live and silent auctions were structured to generate funds for both immediate program needs and longer-term capital projects tied to the campus expansion. Auction items included experiences and packaged travel, along with animal-themed goods aimed at benefactors interested in supporting shelter operations and community outreach. Event leadership and volunteers coordinated the evening’s program, guest seating, and fundraising activities to maximize participation and net proceeds.
Awards and local impact
The Mary Spencer Award was presented to Peter Brodsky in recognition of community work that included efforts related to Dallas’ loose dog crisis and backing of the Southern Dallas Initiative. The award acknowledged targeted engagement in public-safety and neighborhood-based efforts connected to animal welfare and community health.
Background and next steps
The Fur Ball is an annual fundraising event for the SPCA of Texas that combines entertainment, community recognition, and auction-driven philanthropy to support shelter operations, medical care, adoption services, and community programs. The announced Stephens Greth Foundation Campus and the Addy Foundation Care and Recovery Center reflect planned capital investments intended to increase capacity for care and recovery of animals served by the organization. Organizers indicated that additional, larger announcements are planned as the campaign progresses toward the $31 million goal.
FAQ
Q: When and where was the Fur Ball held?
A: The SPCA of Texas held its annual Fur Ball fundraiser on September 19, 2025, at the Frontiers of Flight Museum.
Q: How much money was raised and how many attended?
A: Over 450 guests attended the Fur Ball, raising more than $490,000 for the SPCA of Texas’s initiatives.
Q: Were there any major announcements about the SPCA of Texas campus?
A: Chris Luna, President and CEO of SPCA of Texas, announced the rebranding of the organization’s campus, which will be named the Stephens Greth Foundation Campus.
Q: Are there new facilities planned?
A: A new building on the campus will be called the Addy Foundation Care and Recovery Center.
Q: What is the status of the capital campaign?
A: The current capital campaign, titled “Care Unleashed,” is 75% towards its goal of $31 million.
Q: Was there a new mission statement introduced?
A: A new mission statement for the SPCA of Texas was introduced: “Creating a brighter future for animals, people, and the community.”
Q: Who were some notable attendees and award recipients?
A: Notable attendees included Jan and Trevor Rees-Jones, Amy and Michael Meadows, and Peter Brodsky, the recipient of the Mary Spencer Award.
Q: Why was Peter Brodsky recognized?
A: Peter Brodsky was recognized for his efforts in addressing Dallas’ loose dog crisis and supporting the Southern Dallas Initiative.
Q: Who chaired the event?
A: The event was chaired by Kristin Hallam, with support from co-chairs and auction chairs.
Q: What entertainment and auction activities took place?
A: The evening featured a live auction and silent auction with various items for bidding, including travel packages and animal-themed items.
Q: Were any future plans mentioned?
A: Future announcements hinted at even more significant plans and initiatives for the organization.
Event summary and campaign at a glance
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Date and location | September 19, 2025 — Frontiers of Flight Museum |
| Guests | Over 450 guests |
| Funds raised | More than $490,000 |
| Campus rebranding | Stephens Greth Foundation Campus |
| New building | Addy Foundation Care and Recovery Center |
| Campaign status | “Care Unleashed” — 75% towards $31 million |
| Mission statement | “Creating a brighter future for animals, people, and the community.” |
| Entertainment | Georgia Bridgewater Orchestra |
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