The Women’s Fund for Health Education and Resiliency 15th Annual Rockin’ Resiliency Luncheon

The Women’s Fund for Health Education and Resiliency, a leading nonprofit committed to empowering Houston-area women and girls with the knowledge and confidence to take charge of their health, announces its 15th Annual Rockin’ Resiliency Luncheon: Bloom Beyond Limits. The highly anticipated event will be held on Sunday, October 19, 2025, beginning at 10:30 a.m. at the Royal Sonesta Hotel in Houston.

Chaired by dynamic community leaders Paula Sutton and Nadia Tajalli, the luncheon promises an uplifting and inspiring experience. ABC13 anchor Gina Gaston will serve as emcee, welcoming guests alongside girls and women who have flourished through The Women’s Fund’s impactful Health Education programs.

The celebration will feature keynote speaker Khori Dastoor, General Manager and CEO of Houston Grand Opera, who will share her powerful journey of leadership and authenticity. The event will also include an energizing educational session at 11 a.m. titled “Unapologetically Me: Owning Your Confidence & Celebrating What Makes You Unique,” open to all attendees.

Guests will delight in a luxury silent auction, along with the dazzling Baubles & Bubbles Champagne Raffle, offering exclusive opportunities to win fine jewelry, upscale experiences, and indulgent surprises. Young attendees can join in the excitement with “Balloon Pop Bags”—playful gift bundles filled with fun treasures and dining vouchers.

The event’s Shopping Extravaganza will showcase twenty hand-selected boutique vendors, making it a must-visit destination for early holiday shopping or a treat-yourself moment. Merchants interested in participating may request a vendor application by emailing [email protected].

During the luncheon, The Women’s Fund will proudly present the prestigious Sue Trammell Whitfield Award for Resiliency to Philamena Baird, a devoted Advisory Board Member and philanthropic powerhouse whose decades of service have strengthened the lives of countless women and girls across Houston.

In addition, Lakshmi V. Srivaths, MD, an esteemed professor and director at UTHealth Science Center, will receive the John P. McGovern Foundation “Champion in Women’s Health and Wellness” Award in recognition of her groundbreaking work in pediatric hematology and unwavering dedication to advancing family health in the Houston region.

Proceeds from the Rockin’ Resiliency Luncheon will directly support The Women’s Fund’s mission to equip adolescent girls and women with the tools to lead healthier, happier, and more resilient lives. To purchase individual tickets or reserve a table, please visit www.thewomensfund.org.

For over 45 years, The Women’s Fund has been a trusted resource in the Houston community, delivering life-changing education through free classes, workshops, publications, and lectures. With a reach of nearly 12,000 women and girls annually and close to 10,000 free publications distributed each year, The Women’s Fund continues to make a lasting impact across generations.