The Beat Leukemia Ball


Join the party
One Night. One Mission. Beating Leukemia in Texas.
Join us on
Friday, June 5, 2026,
for an unforgettable evening in support of Texans beating Leukemia.
Simmons Bank Pavilion
Dickies Arena | Fort Worth, Texas
6:00 PM – Cocktail Reception
7:00 PM – Dinner
Entertainment – Downtown Fever (Emerald City Band)
New Band. New Sound.
New Band. New Sound.
Emcee: Pam Minick
World Champion Cowgirl, TV personality, Fort Worth Icon and Leukemia Survivor
World Champion Cowgirl, TV personality, Fort Worth Icon and Leukemia Survivor
Attire: Black Tie Optional (Chic Cocktail / Formal)

Experience a night of celebration with a mission: helping Texans beat leukemia.
Your presence at the Beat Leukemia Ball does more than fill a seat—it provides relief, resources, and hope. Together, we help Texans fighting leukemia cover critical needs during treatment, access support, and benefit from advances in research. Join us for an inspiring evening where generosity and celebration come together to create life-changing impact.



Thank you to our generous Beat Leukemia Ball 2026 Sponsors
Jim Breitenstein
In honor of Leah Breitenstein’s treatment journey
Leading the Way: Presenting and Live Auction Sponsor

Powering the Mission: Technology Sponsor
Gretchen Minyard Williams & Liz Minyard Lokey
Hope in Action: Silent Auction Sponsor

Healing & Hope Partner
Anonymous
Celebration of Courage: Entertainment Sponsor
Lois and W. Paul Bowman MD
Table of Hope: Food Sponsor
Park Hill Happy Hour (HH) Association
Sip and Celebrate: Bar Sponsor

Arrive in Style: Exclusive Automotive Sponsor

Media & Impact Partner

Valet in Style: Valet Sponsor

Setting the Stage: Décor Sponsor
Event Chairs
- Marcia & Terry Boggs
- Melissa & Kris Boggs
- Ashley & Brian Miller
Honorary Chairs
- Lola & Ernie Sims
Host Committee
- Karen & Larry Anfin
- Lois & Paul Bowman, MD
- Jay Cresswell
- Nikki Douda
- Leslie & John Enlow
- Dr. Shane Fernando
- Ken Heym, MD
- George Johnson
- Jay & Tammy Long
- Jenn Naylor
- Carol Marr
- Irma McAfee
- Anne Moroneso
- Kayla Reed
- Tricia Reed
- Trish Thompson-Topel
- Gretchen Williams
- Fay Wooten