Williamson Named Vice President of Operations

We are pleased to announce the promotion of longtime team member, Wendy Williamson, as we celebrate our 30th anniversary!

Wendy Williamson has been promoted to Vice President of Operations. A member of the Project Partners team since 2001, Williamson has delivered consulting and project management services in marketing and community relations, event management, volunteer engagement, fund development, and administration, for a wide range of clients. She has also provided internal support for company operations. In her new role, she will oversee Project Partners’ organizational infrastructure, to include finance, technology, personnel, and information management.

Williamson grew up in Fort Worth and attended Texas Christian University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Design with minors in both art and business. She built a strong foundation in community engagement while advancing through roles in the Community Relations Department at Cook Children's Medical Center. In addition to her corporate experience, she and her husband own and operate two small businesses, Ken’s Custom Frames and Nina’s Jewels.

“I am thrilled to welcome Wendy to her leadership role. She provides incredible industry acumen and deep Project Partners experience, and I look forward to our firm’s continued impact as we celebrate 30 years of service to our community,” says Lerii F. Smith CFRE, Founder and President of Project Partners.

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Continued Good Work For Cowtown Clubhouse

After helping build a fundraising plan for ongoing success, Project Partners was happy to be called upon to continue service to Cowtown Clubhouse by providing interim support to the board of directors during the search for a new executive director.  Read more about both assignments here. 

We often provide necessary consistency during times of change.  Please reach out if you need interim support during a key staff transition. 

Clayton Youth Enrichment to Celebrate 50 Years of Service!

Clayton Youth Enrichment (Clayton) is beginning the work to celebrate an incredible 50 years of service to our community and is planning a year-long series of initiatives that will serve as a jump start for the agency’s future growth. Goals include raising the visibility of Clayton across Tarrant County, connecting with former Clayton Kids, inviting community members to support Clayton’s critical mission, and honoring the work of those who founded and grew Clayton into the agency it is today.  We are thrilled to once again partner with Clayton, providing community relations, fundraising, and event management services, tailor-made for this Clayton milestone.  In 2022, we provided similar services for the Back to School Kick-off.  We love returning as Clayton’s Partner for Good! 

New Partnership Begins with Foundation For Young Women's Leadership Academy (FYWLA)

We’re excited to announce our newest client, the Foundation for Young Women’s Leadership Academy (FYWLA)! Over the next few months, Project Partners will collaborate with FYWLA leadership to create an inclusive, multi-year giving society that strengthens donor relationships and enhances fundraising efforts. 

This initiative will support FYWLA’s dedicated team of staff and volunteers in developing a circle of giving with defined levels, meaningful benefits, and impactful stewardship strategies. Our work will include planning and designing the tailored program of work to introduce this concept to donors and board members, ensuring its successful launch.

We’re honored to partner with FYWLA as they continue helping young women of Fort Worth envision a limitless future!

Good Work For Kreative Architectural Design Academy (KADA)

With support from a North Texas Community Foundation Toolbox grant, Kreative Architectural Design Academy (KADA) collaborated with Project Partners to develop a sustainable fundraising strategy. Together, we created a clear budget, strategic board growth plan, and an engaging annual plan to strengthen KADA's mission of empowering students through STEM education for lasting community impact. Read more.