About the Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce Foundation
The Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce Foundation fosters economic and community prosperity in the greater Arlington area. To achieve our mission, the Foundation raises and renders financial support for community projects. As identified through the Chamber’s strategic objectives, the Foundation supports education and workforce development, redevelopment and revitalization, community planning and general well-being initiatives.
Meet Our Foundation Board of Directors
The Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce Foundation is under the direction of business leaders dedicated to charitable works in our community.
Stephen Zimmer
CHAIR • Retired, Accenture
Dan Taaffe
TREASURER • Frost Bank
Terry Gaines
IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR • First Rate
Michael Jacobson
PRESIDENT & CEO • Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce
Autumn Dipert Brown
Dipert Travel
Thomas Clayton
Thomas J Clayton, DDS
Kelly Davis
The University of Texas at Arlington
Don Duke
Cobel-Cravens Finacial Services
Jerry Hoodenpyle
Retired, Hoodenpyle & Petter
Steve Martindale
Retired, Six Flags Over Texas
Mary Jean Moloney
AFLAC
Darla Peznell
Freedom Hospice
Faye Reeder
Fort Worth Star Telegram
Randal Rose
Retired, CHASE Bank
Cindy Salter
Salter Bros. Coffee Roasters
Celebrating Corporate Citizenship
Theatre Arlington Celebrates 50th Anniversary
Theatre Arlington is opening its curtains for their 50th season in 2023! Over the past 50 years, Theatre Arlington has become one of the most beloved places in Downtown Arlington. They offer nine shows a season, including events such as musicals, comedies, dramas, youth shows, new works, Club Cabaret, Comedy Club and a Play Reading Club…. Read More »
The Sanford House Celebrates 25th Anniversary by Performing 25 Acts of Kindness
The Sanford House has been a staple of the Downtown Arlington area for 25 years! Founder, Sharon Bergstrom, created The Sanford House for residents and visitors to have an accessible luxurious experience. Over the past 25 years, The Sanford House has expanded the services they offer, as of 2022, you can expect their services to… Read More »
Ella B’s Gives Back this Holiday Season
As the season of giving approaches, our community continues to step up and help those in need. We are fortunate to have an abundance of businesses in Arlington that support and encourage the charities caring for our city. Local businesses can be the greatest source of corporate citizenship and the Chamber is thrilled to have… Read More »
Maverick Pantry: Feeding Student Success
Almost 40% of college students in America face food insecurity, according to Feed America. The University of Texas at Arlington is working to combat this issue in students through the creation of the Maverick Pantry. The Maverick Pantry is “Feeding Student Success” through its commitment to creating and maintaining equitable access to food and essential… Read More »
How the Chamber and Local Organizations are Giving Back this Holiday Season
As the holiday season approaches, one of the best ways to start feeling merry and bright is by supporting our local community. The spirit of giving is upon us, and several Arlington charities are meeting needs and spreading holiday cheer to those in need. If you are looking for ways to give back, check out… Read More »
AISD Kicks Off School Year with the Help of Chamber Members
Arlington ISD is continuously trying to get the community involved in their curriculum. Through their Practicum courses, business owners and community leaders can help train the future workforce. The Chamber has actively tried to find ways to bridge the gap between the district and Arlington’s business community through our Partners in Education (PIE) program. It… Read More »
TotalCare ER Extends Patient Care to Kenya with TotalCare Foundation
“Our mission at TotalCare is to transform lives through compassionate patient care. But that doesn’t stop at our offices in North Texas! Through the TotalCare Foundation, our passion for patient care extends all the way to Eldoret, the fifth largest city in Kenya.” If you are an Arlington native or just someone who loves coming… Read More »
Arlington ISD Will Serve Up Good Nutrition for Local Children During 2022 Summer
This summer, Arlington ISD will connect children 18 and younger and enrolled students with disabilities up to 21 years old with healthy, no cost summer meals. The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) is a U.S. Department of Agriculture nutrition program administered in the Lone Star State by the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA). For the… Read More »
GM Arlington Drives Toward Progress After Year-Long Shortage
2021 was a rough year for a lot of industries, but one of the hardest hit was the car industry. There was a global shortage of new cars due to the semiconductor supply shortage, leaving dealerships bare and assemblies with unfinished cars. They are finally beginning to recover and heading towards a path of progress… Read More »
Tray’s Mart Owner Brings Brotherhood and Community To Arlington
“We are not our mistakes or our hardship, but instead our hearts and deliverance.” – T.M. Gilmore Tranell “Tray” Gilmore may just be another name to you, but after meeting him you will be completely astounded by his strength and inspiration. Chamber Ambassadors and Staff officially met him at a ribbon cutting event for his… Read More »