This year, Goodwill Industries of Dallas, Inc. – the premier organization in North Texas helping individuals with barriers to employment – is hosting its 9th annual fundraiser, THE LUNCH, with Olympic and World Cup champion, Lindsey Vonn. THE LUNCH highlights Goodwill’s transformative work in the lives of North Texas residents by creating purpose and self-sufficiency through the power of a job.

The event will feature a conversation with Olympic gold medalist and World Cup champion ski racer Lindsey Vonn at the Omni Dallas Hotel on Oct. 3. Vonn will give local sports enthusiasts and philanthropists an afternoon filled with inspiring tales.

Each year, THE LUNCH supports Goodwill’s Workforce Development Programs, which provides robust, no-cost individualized career services. Last year, the program enabled a team of success coaches and business engagement specialists to provide intensive services to 1,237 people with barriers.

THE LUNCH sponsors at or above $15,000 will have access to a meet and greet and photo opportunity with Vonn before the event begins. Table sponsorships are open until Sept. 3, 2024, and range from $10,000 to $100,000. Every dollar raised goes directly to supporting thousands of North Texans, allowing them a fair chance and opportunity for employment through a person-centric, holistic approach with multiple paths to success in a safe and supportive environment. Sponsorship details available at goodwilldallas.org/thelunch.

To continue supporting Goodwill Dallas’ mission of ‘changing lives one job at a time’ visit your local Goodwill Dallas store to shop or to donate: https://goodwilldallas.org/