Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas

10/09/2026

🎉🎊 **SOLD OUT! THANK YOU!** 🎊🎉

We're excited to announce that Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas' **14th Annual Builders of Justice Awards Progressive Dinner** is officially SOLD OUT!

❤️💛 A HUGE thank you to everyone who purchased tickets, sponsored, or supported this special event!

We can't wait to celebrate with our registered guests on **Sunday, October 11**, in beautiful downtown McKinney on the Square!

📍 **Kickoff:** Landon Winery

🕝 **Registration:** 2:30 p.m.

🕒 **Event Begins:** 3:00 p.m.

This year is extra special as we celebrate **Legal Aid's 75th Anniversary**, honoring 75 years of advancing justice and recognizing our 2026 Builders of Justice honorees and special anniversary guests.

Thank you for helping us make this celebration possible. We look forward to seeing our registered guests on Sunday!

10/08/2026

🌟 A Voice for the Community: June Jenkins 🌟

True civic leadership is about building bridges and creating lasting change. In the milestone year of our 75th anniversary, Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas is deeply honored to present the Civic Leader Award to June Jenkins, President of the Collin County NAACP! June’s tireless grassroots advocacy, leadership, and passion for equity continue to transform Collin County for the better.

Join us in celebrating June’s profound impact on our community:
🗓️ Sunday, October 11, 2026
⏰ 3:00 — 7:00 PM (Registration at 2:30 PM)
📍 Downtown McKinney Square (Starts at Landon Winery)
🎟️ Tickets: https://give.legalaidtx.org/checkout/44436

10/08/2026

🛡️ Fighting for What’s Right: Raymond Chow 🛡️

Ensuring equal access to justice requires passion, tenacity, and heart. As we mark 75 years of Legal Aid history, Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas is incredibly proud to recognize Raymond Chow of Snellings Law, PLC with the Champion of Justice Award! Raymond’s dedication to standing up for individuals in their times of greatest need embodies the very core of our mission.

Come raise a glass to Raymond and his inspiring work:
🗓️ Sunday, October 11, 2026
⏰ 3:00 — 7:00 PM (Registration at 2:30 PM)
📍 Downtown McKinney Square (Starts at Landon Winery)
🎟️ Tickets: https://bit.ly/2026BOJ

10/07/2026

🏆 A Legacy of Impact: Christy Albano 🏆

It takes a lifetime of passion and unwavering dedication to truly shape the landscape of justice. As Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas proudly celebrates 75 years of service, we are privileged to present The Kathy Kennedy Lifetime Achievement Award to Christy Albano, Board Certified Family Law Attorney at Albano Law, PLLC! Christy has spent her career protecting families, mentoring advocates, and championing the vulnerable. Her legacy is an inspiration to us all.

Please join us for this historic and deeply meaningful celebration:
🗓️ Sunday, October 11, 2026
⏰ 3:00 — 7:00 PM (Registration at 2:30 PM)
📍 Downtown McKinney Square (Starts at Landon Winery)
🎟️ Tickets: https://bit.ly/2026BOJ

10/07/2026

⚖️ Defending Rights, Advancing Justice: Natalie Gregg ⚖️

For 75 years, Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas has stood for equal access to the legal system—and we couldn't do it without dedicated advocates in the private bar. We are thrilled to present the Legal Advocate Award to Natalie Gregg, Partner at OWLawyers! Natalie’s fierce advocacy and unwavering commitment to legal excellence ensure that voices in our community are heard when it matters most.

Be there as we present Natalie with this well-deserved honor:
🗓️ Sunday, October 11, 2026
⏰ 3:00 — 7:00 PM (Registration at 2:30 PM)
📍 Downtown McKinney Square (Starts at Landon Winery)
🎟️ Tickets: https://bit.ly/2026BOJ

10/06/2026

🤝 Honoring a Champion of Community: Brandon Tomes 🤝

A thriving community needs business leaders who truly care about giving back. As Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas celebrates 75 years of advancing justice, we are proud to honor Brandon Tomes, President of Tomes Auto Group, with this year's Business Leader Award! Brandon’s dedication to lifting up Collin County sets a powerful example of what it means to lead with a servant's heart. Come help us celebrate his incredible contributions!

Join us to honor Brandon and celebrate 75 years of equal justice:
🗓️ Sunday, October 11, 2026
⏰ 3:00 — 7:00 PM (Registration at 2:30 PM)
📍 Downtown McKinney Square (Starts at Landon Winery)
🎟️ Tickets: https://bit.ly/2026BOJ

10/02/2026

⚖ JUSTICE AND ACCOUNTABILITY FOR TENANTS ⚖

Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas' Community Revitalization Project has secured over $500,000 on behalf of tenants who endured deplorable living conditions. The resolution provides every resident with relocation assistance, helping them to move to safe, secure housing.

Texas law is clear: homes should be habitable and properly maintained.

Great teamwork by the tenants group, City of Mesquite, and LANWT's CRP team in holding this landlord accountable.

Mesquite tenants lived in deplorable conditions The city condemned their apartment complex. They then worked together to secure better living conditions

09/23/2026

LANWT staff will be present this Saturday, September 26 from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M. at the City of Dallas National Preparedness Fair located at 5657 Mariner Dr., Dallas, TX 75237.

The fair brings several entities and organizations together to provide education and information on disaster preparedness. The Legal Aid Express, our mobile office unit, will be on site. LANWT staff will be on site to share information and take applications for our services. This is a family and child friendly event.

Personal de LANWT estarán presente este sábado 26 de septiembre de 10 AM a 2 PM en la Feria de Preparación Nacional de Preparación de la Cuidad de Dallas, ubicada en 5657 Mariner Dr., Dallas, TX 75237.

La feria reúne a varias organizaciones y entidades para brindar educación e información sobre preparación para desastres. El Legal Aid Express, nuestra unidad de oficina móvil estará presente. Personal de LANWT estarán disponibles para compartir información y recibir solicitudes de nuestros servicios. Este es un evento familiar y apto para niños.

09/19/2026

09/19/2026