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and The Rob Holbert Group

with special Guests

Darla Milesof WFAA News 8

as Mistress of Ceremony

A Classy Affair 2009Benefit Gala sponsored by girls of Virtue, Inc.



1The Masquerade: A Night to Remember

Dear Supporter,

We hope that you will enjoy yourself this evening and that this event will be one you look forward

to for years to come. Thank you for joining us and for your support.

The Purpose of A Classy Affair :

To honor, celebrate and encourage the Girls of Virtue to grow into respectable, graceful and

educated women.

The Mission of A Classy Affair :

To raise the awareness and importance of being involved in our young girls’ lives, as well as

raise funds to implement this program community-wide.

All proceeds from the benefit gala will be used to help achieve the mission and purpose

of the Girls of Virtue organization.

The Girls of Virtue Mission:

To encourage our young girls to grow into strong, influential, yet graceful and respectable,

educated women!

The Girls of Virtue Purpose:

To give them an opportunity and the environment to obtain the skills needed to become women

of virtue!

Thank you,

A Classy Affair 2009 Planning Committee

Karla Bradford

Camisha Chappell

Anitra Cotton

LaKeisha Davis

Jacqueline Elliott

Tanesha Elverton

Tiffany Evans

Courtne’ Franklin

Chiquita Grant

Monique Harris

Delsha Traylor

Monica Jordan

Yolanda Martin

Constance Riles

Sonya Rodgers



2 A Classy Affair 200

A Letter from the Founder

Have you ever reached a point in your life where you really did not

understand yourself, your beliefs, or your purpose? I was there and felt the

need to do something about it.

I have always believed if God wakes me up, He’s not through with meand has a purpose for my life. I began looking over my life in an effort to

discover what I would do for free and what came naturally. No matter what

memory came to me, working with the youth - specifically girls - seemed natural.

I took a look at the young girls currently in my life. I noticed the way they

carried themselves, the way they spoke and interacted with one another.

These young girls are the future; they will be women some day. I believe God has

given us, as women,

a gift of influence.

I realized the positive influence I could have in life but I knew I had to make a change. I first had

to understand how valuable my life is to God and His purpose for my life. Next, I began to think

“what a difference there would be in this world if more women knew their value and purpose in life.” We

could become Women of Virtue! From that thought, I was drawn back to the young girls and knew that

was the place to start, and so I developed Girls of Virtue, Inc.

Through this program, women are coming together to mold and shape the minds of young girls

through attributes of dedication, trustworthiness, leadership and positive Godly influence. The

organization will provide as many young girls as possible with the opportunity and environment to obtain

the skills needed to become Women of Virtue!

After months of preparation on February 11, 2006, we held our first activity. We baked cookies,

played games to get to know each other, and helped the girls to understand the mission and vision of an organization then called From Girls to Young Women. By March of 2006, the organization grew in

number, the girls made new friends and set goals for their young lives, and the name was officially changed

to Girls of Virtue. From then on, you could find us in different locations each month participating in

activities ranging from volunteering our time at the food pantry and park cleanups,

to hosting workshops on money management, self-esteem and confidence building.

In August of 2007, we began preparation for A Classy Affair . It is our annual benefit gala to raise

awareness of the organization and secure funds to ensure young girls continue to benefit from all the

organization has to offer. This event promises to become one that inspires attendees to set goals that will

lead them to achieve God’s purpose for their lives. Additionally, we hope this event will encourage our

guest to build up their fellow brothers and sisters who strive to succeed while on this earth.

What is God’s purpose for your life? If you know, what are you doing to achieve it? If you do not know,

what are you doing to discover it? Today is your day! As Philippians 4:13 reads: “I can do all things through

Christ who strengthens me.”

Tameka Flemming

Founder, Girls of Virtue, Inc.




Program

6-6:45 p.m.Silent Auction and Formal Photos

7-7:45 p.m.Prayer……………………………………………………………………Vincent Riles

Welcome….……….…………………………….….…Mistress of Ceremony, Darla Miles

Girls of Virtue, Inc. History………………….……………………………….. Sandra McCall

Introductions……………….…………………………………..…………Darla Miles

Girls of Virtue Honorees

Montoya Caldwell

Keyonna Scott

Audriana Jackson

Jerrica Morgan

Alexia Jordan

Merliakea Beasley

Alexus Bradford

Alexandria Smith

Ariel Augustus

A Classy Affair 2009 Planning Committee

7:45-9 p.m.Dinner, Dancing, and Close of Silent Auction and Formal Photos

9-10 p.m.Girls of Virtue Board Members

Presentations to Girls and Others……………….…President and Founder, Tameka Flemming

Volunteer and Mentoring Opportunities ………………….Volunteer Director, Kenya Harvey

2010 Cruise and Fundraisers………………………………GOV Travel Agent, Nicole Ivory

Girls’ Performance………………………...…………Development Director, Tina Caldwell

Thank You……….……………………………………Secretary, MaShalle Thompson

10-11 p.m.Dancing, Silent Auction (winners pickup items), and Formal Photos Pickup




Silent Auction Donors

A Touch of Class Florist

AirTran Airways

Allison Auto Care

Billy Bob’s Texas Stockyard Station

Cantina Laredo

Central Market (Plano)

Cheesecake Factory

Dallas Cowboys

Dallas Mavericks

Dallas Stars

Dallas Symphony

Dr. Cordell Adams

Exposure Rock Climbing

Fort Worth Museum

Hilton Fort Worth

Larry North Fitness

Marriot Hotel & Resorts

NRH2O Water Park

Omni Hotel

Petals & Stems

Pics By Dee (Photographer)

Power House of Dance

Renaissance Hotel

Rockin’ R River Rides

Southwest Rodeo

Texas Rangers

Sweet Tomatoes

Thunderbird Roller Rink




The Rob Holbert Group

Known for their delivery of:

DSmooth JazzDJazz Standards

DBlues

DR&B

D and, practically any other form of music!

The Rob Holbert Group is one of the most versatile performance groups available.

Their variety of music and sometimes eclectic arrangements of songs, sets them apart

from most other jazz groups today.

Visit them on the web at www.robholbert.com or contact them at

(214) 914-8332 for booking your next event!




Darla Miles WFAA-TV Reporter

Darla Miles works as general assignment reporter for

News 8, Monday through Friday. She is based in her

hometown of Fort Worth. Darla joined the News 8

team in December 2006.

Prior to joining WFAA-TV, Darla reported for WTVDin Raleigh, North Carolina and for WJBF in Augusta,

Georgia, where she also served as the Aiken Bureau Chief. Darla has held several positions with CNN

in Atlanta, including freelance weekend anchor for CNN Headline News.

A graduate of Atlanta’s Spelman College, Darla earned a bachelor of arts degree in English, with a

minor in Spanish. During her undergraduate years, she studied abroad at the Instituto Internacional in

Madrid, Spain. Darla is f luent in Spanish; she was part of the team that launched CNN en Español for

six weekday newscasts to a 24-hour network.

When she isn’t working, Darla enjoys mentoring young African American girls. In North Carolina,

she served on the Board of Directors for Durham Communities in Schools and volunteered for several

community service organizations that targeted at-risk youth. She also taught beginning-level Spanish at

a community college.

Darla has traveled extensively throughout Europe and has also visited Africa, South America, and the

Caribbean. She enjoys reading, kickboxing, power yoga, fine dining, singing in her church choir, and

spending quality time with family, godchildren, and close friends.

Mistress of Ceremony




2009 Honorees

Pictured from left to right: Alexandria Smith, Alexus Bradford, Alexia Jordan, Jerrica Morgan,

Montoya Caldwell, Merliakea Beasley, Audriana Jackson. Sitting, from left to right: Ariel Augustus, Keyonna Scott




The Honorees

Keyonna ScottKeyonna Scott is the daughter of Kenya Scott. She is in

the 8th grade at Vanston Middle School. When she grows

up, she wants to become an actress. Her favorite color is

purple. Keyonna says, “Girls of Virtue helped me to be more

responsible, pleasant, have respect for others and give people

a helping hand when needed. More girls should join Girls of

Virtue to help them become more respectful young ladies and

learn how to deal with teen peer pressure.” Keyonna believes

you should support Girls of Virtue because each day younggirls, especially teens, experience pressures, and they always

need help and support.

Montoya CaldwellMontoya Caldwell is the daughter of Tina Caldwell and

Bruce Caldwell. She is in the 7th grade at Boles Jr. High.

When she grows up, she aspires to become a lawyer and a

chef. Her favorite colors are turquoise and lime green. Girls

of Virtue has helped her to be more tolerant of others, accept

differences and strive to do her best. Montoya says, “More girls

should join Girls of Virtue because it is fun, and it teaches

you to help others by volunteering and good life skills.” She

believes you should support Girls of Virtue because the

organization helps young girls become more

successful in life.




The Honorees

Jerrica Morgan Jerrica Morgan is the daughter of Jerrold and Tonya Morgan.

She is in the 8th grade at Bessie Coleman Middle School.

When she grows up, she wants to become a pastry chef,

photographer or designer. Girls of Virtue has helped her

to know more about purity, and it has helped her to work

on her attitude. Jerrica says more girls should join Girls of

Virtue because “we are a good group of young girls that have

questions and deal with peer pressure, and here you can talk

about anything that bothers you. You should support Girlsof Virtue to help fund our trips and activities.”

Audriana Jackson Audriana Jackson is the daughter of Tobin and Chiquita

Grant. She is in the 8th grade at Kimbrough Middle School.

When she grows up, she wants to own a hair salon, become

an actress or a fashion designer. Her favorite colors are lime

green, black, white and purple. Since joining Girls of Virtue,

Audriana says, “It’s helped me to become a wiser Christian

girl and develop my social and problem-solving skills.”

Audriana believes more girls should join Girls of Virtue to

better themselves and be involved with other people.

She believes you should support Girls of Virtue to help

support, encourage and mentor various young women.




The Honorees

Merliakea Beasley Merliakea Beasley is the daughter of Tiffany Harris. She is

in the 8th grade at Terry Middle School. When Merliakea

grows up, she would like to attend SMU or Texas Southern

University, earn a degree in Criminal Law with a minor in

Education, and teach pre-school children. Her favorite color

is blue. Merliakea says, “Girls of Virtue has helped me to

realize that it’s not all about me all the time, and that I should

be more giving and helpful because it’s such a good feeling

afterwards. The workshops are great, and I love all of the new friends I have met.” Merliakea believes more girls should join

Girls of Virtue because “it is a great organization, it is very

positive, we have a lot of fun, and it helps girls become young

ladies.”

Alexia Jordan Alexia Jordan is the daughter of Monica Jordan and

Russell Jack Jr. She is in the 8th grade at Barnett Jr. High.

When she grows up, she plans to become a pediatrician,

fashion designer or police investigator. Her favorite colors

are light blue, lavender and green. Girls of Virtue has helped

Alexia to be more outgoing and taught her leadership

skills. She believes more girls should join Girls of Virtue

because it helps girls to build their self-esteem and to learn

the importance of staying pure. Alexia says, “People should

support Girls of Virtue because it is a great organization for

girls and it leads girls in the right direction.”




The Honorees

Alexandria Smith Alexandria Smith is the daughter of Ferdinand and Karen

Smith. She is in the 8th grade at Bessie Coleman Middle

School. When Alexandria grows up, she plans to attend

college and become a teacher, coach and/or pediatrician. Her

favorite colors are pink and black. Alex says, “Girls

of Virtue has helped me to make better decisions and made

my life better through such experiences like the Purity Promise

Party and Toy Drive. I’ve learned a lot about commitment

and giving.” She thinks more girls should join Girls of Virtueto experience what she has and to become a better girl. Alex

wants your support because Girls of Virtue gives back and

supports other people.

Alexus Bradford Alexus Bradford is the niece of Barbara Bradford. She is in

the 8th grade at W.H. Middle School. When Alexus grows

up, she aspires to become a successful pediatrician. Her

favorite colors are pink and red. Alexus says, “Girls of Virtue

has helped me appreciate myself as a young lady.” She thinks

more girls should join Girls of Virtue so they can learn how

to respect themselves. Alexus says you should support Girls of

Virtue because it’s a good cause.




Ariel AugustusAriel Augustus is the daughter of Wendell and Bridgette Augustus. She is in the 8th grade at Vanston

Middle School. Ariel participates and exhibits leadership skills in activities outside of Girls of Virtue,

including serving as captain of her cheerleading squad and a member of her school’s step team.

She is also an active member of the environmental team at her school, a group that helps keep the campus

clean. Ariel is also a part of her church’s choir and last year, she spent time volunteering at her church, and

at Village Oaks and Green Oaks nursing homes. When she grows up, she aspires to become a pediatrician.

Ariel’s favorite colors are red, lime green, pink, orange and yellow. She says, “Girls of Virtue has helped her

with different subjects.” Ariel believes more girls should join Girls of Virtue to help shape their futures and to

help them grow up into beautiful young women. She believes you should support Girls of Virtue because it isa good organization for girls, and it helps with self-esteem building and decision making. It has been said that

“Ariel is very outgoing, friendly and full of life. She is very respectful, treats others well and is always open to

correction.”

Tonight, we want to congratulate Ariel Augustus for an outstanding year and for setting a great

example of who a girl of virtue truly is. She exemplifies leadership and dedication, two attributes we aim to

teach each girl that comes through this organization. She is doing a wonderful job and transitioning well into

a young lady. It is with great honor that we name Ariel Augustus as the 2008 Girls of Virtue

Top Honoree.

Top Honoree




Girls of Virtue Board Members

Demetria Cameron - Program Director

Jessica Hamilton - Media and Marketing Director

Kenya Harvey - Volunteer Director

Sandra McCall - Finance Director

Tina Caldwell - Development Director

From left to right: Tameka Flemming, Founder/President; KenyaHarvey, Parliamentarian; and MaShalle Thompson, Secretary.

Executive Board

General Board




Girls of Virtue Wish list

* attorney with non-profit experience

* accountant with 501(c)3 experience

* new donors

* event sponsors

* building - a permanent location for Girls of

Virtue, space for activities, workshops and

training sessions

* passenger van - to transport girls to activities

in one safe vehicle

* gas card for travel expenses* grant writer

* volunteers to help with activities

* mentors (we provide training) -

to work one-on-one with the girls

* professional counselors

* nurses

* volunteers with experience in the

following areas: marketing, tracking

volunteer hours, volunteer recruitment,

dieticians, event planners, and caterers

to help with or prepare meals for activitiesand fundraisers

* storage space-to hold supplies and donations

(two-year lease)

* 2, 4-drawer file cabinets

* all-in-one color printer and ink cartridges/

toner

* paper shredder

* postage meter

* general office supplies

* flip chart with markers

* easel

* laminator

* portable tables and chairs for events

(if storage is acquired)

* book shelves

* gift cards from grocery/department stores

* pizza gift cards

* portable CD player

* personal care items for girls

* books for girls

* dry-erase board

* banners

* white envelopes (all sizes)

* linen napkins and table clothes

(for etiquette workshop)

* copier paper (white or color)

* laptop and/or desktop computers

* flash drives

* digital camera

Office Supplies

Volunteer and Financial Needs




“Best Wishes to the Girls of Virtue”




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Girls of Virtue, Inc. would liketo Extend Special thanks to:

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on your 2nd year as an

honoree. Keep reaching

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Congratulations,

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