The Forefront Living Foundation (FLF) Advisory Council is dedicated to advancing the Foundation’s mission and expanding its impact. Members serve as ambassadors offering insight and support for the organization’s work. Through the engagement of its members, the Advisory Council is an essential partner in purposeful philanthropy. The Development Committee, led by Trustee Andy Walsh, plans…
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Introducing FLF Board Member, Laura Downing
Laura Downing is the newest member of the Forefront Living Foundation (FLF) Board of Directors. She earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Stephen F. Austin State University and began her career in Dallas at Deloitte, where she served as a CPA and auditor before advancing to Director of Recruiting and Professional Development….
16th Annual Each Moment Matters Luncheon Inspires Hope, Healing and Heartfelt Connection
There was an unmistakable feeling of purpose and grace inside the Imperial Ballroom at the Hilton Anatole on Thursday, October 16, as more than 500 guests gathered for the Forefront Living Foundation’s (FLF) 16th annual Each Moment Matters Luncheon (EMM). The occasion, co-chaired by the dynamic mother-daughter duo Susan and Lora Farris, was a celebration…
EMM VIP Reception Celebrates Honorees
On the evening of September 24, supporters of the Each Moment Matters (EMM) Luncheon gathered for a special celebration, at the beautiful home of Ruth Ruhl, to honor this year’s seven EMM honorees during the EMM VIP Reception. The cocktail party highlighted each honoree and their outstanding service to the greater Dallas community, while also…
NTX Giving Day 2025: Support Forefront Living Foundation
Mark your calendar for North Texas Giving Day 2025, an online fundraising day benefiting local non-profit organizations, to be held on Thursday, September 18! Join us in supporting the Forefront Living Foundation (FLF) as we raise vital funds to enhance the lives of senior adults as well as hospice patients facing life-limiting illnesses. By contributing…
Camp Erin DFW Heroes Making Magic Happen
Camp Erin DFW at Camp Buckner in Hill Country is a grief camp that brings together families who have experienced the loss of a loved one. From leading activities to offering a listening ear, volunteers are the heart of this camp. They create a safe, compassionate space where children and families can connect, heal and…
Forefront Living Foundation Teammates Volunteer at Camp Erin DFW 2025
At Camp Erin DFW, a supportive environment allows campers to explore their grief with peers who understand what they’re going through. But creating a successful camp experience for grieving children and their families takes far more than just planning, it takes a village made up of compassionate bereavement professionals and dedicated volunteers who create a…
Camp Erin DFW 2025: Where Grieving Hearts Find Light, Laughter and Love
Camp Buckner, nestled in the scenic hills of Central Texas, served as the perfect setting for Faith Presbyterian Hospice’s (FPH) fourth annual Camp Erin DFW, a free, weekend-long bereavement camp offered in conjunction with FPH’s Child and Family Bereavement Program. Held this year from June 20–22, the Camp Erin DFW experience was made possible through…
Luncheon Celebrates 2025 EMM Honorees
On June 5, the Forefront Living Foundation hosted a luncheon for those selected as 2025 Each Moment Matters Luncheon Honorees. The gathering offered a heartfelt pause to recognize individuals whose lives reflect the very best of community service and compassion. Nominated by members of the Forefront Living Board of Trustees, Advisory Council and Host Committee,…
Celebrating the Life of Charlotte Test
On June 9, the Forefront Living Foundation (FLF) honored the life and legacy of Charlotte Test, longtime friend and generous supporter of the organization, with a re-dedication of the Spiritual Care Center at the T. Boone Pickens Hospice Center. The space, now named The Charlotte and Don Test Spiritual Care Center, reflects the enduring impact…