Who do you think has been a visionary leader in our community? Who has empowered others or been a pioneer in her field. If these questions spark an idea, submit your nomination to Juliette Fowler Communities at https://fowlercommunities.org/nomination-form/ and help find the next Visionary Woman. Fowler is looking for that woman who possesses a unique vision for our world and has influenced positive change. Nominations are due November 2, 2018. The Visionary Woman will be honored at Fowler's 7th Annual Visionary Women Luncheon on Friday, May 3, 2019 at the Omni Dallas Hotel.

Prior Visionary Women include Ebby Halliday Acers (2013), Vivian Anderson Castleberry (2014), Marca Lee Bircher and Patricia Hardman (2015), Virginia Chandler Dykes (2016), The Honorable Kay Bailey Hutchison (2017), and Claire Cunningham (2018).

The Visionary Women Luncheon celebrates the vision of Juliette Peak Fowler and honors individuals who embody her compassionate spirit and who use their visionary leadership and remarkable gifts to make a difference in the world. Proceeds of the luncheon will benefit Fowler's One Heart Fund.

Juliette Fowler, a member of the pioneering Peak family, was the visionary behind the founding of Juliette Fowler Communities, a 126 year-old nonprofit organization in East Dallas. Juliette recognized the need for a safe and loving home for the widows and orphans of her day and actively pursued a solution. Upon purchasing 15.5 acres of land, she studied the care methods of her day and outlined a plan for an intergenerational community. She died unexpectedly leaving a will that specified the purpose of her estate, thus earning recognition as Dallas' first philanthropist.

Today, Fowler serves more than 700 individuals, employs 170 staff members and engages over 2400 volunteers annually. Senior living services include independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Children and youth are served through foster and adoption care and The Ebby House, a home for young women who have aged-out of foster care or are at risk of homelessness due to abuse, neglect or abandonment.

For more information, go to www.fowlercommunities.org or call 214.827.0813

DATE: Wednesday, September 20, 2017

TIME: 3-4:30pm

LOCATION: Juliette Fowler Communities, 1234 Abrams, Media Room at Jackson Living Center

EVENT: "Building a Church, Building a City"

PRESENTED BY: Sheryl Curlee

As we celebrate our 125th Anniversary, Juliette Fowler Communities presents Sheryl Curlee, author of "Building a Church, Building a City." Many of the early settlers in Dallas were the founders of the first protestant church built in Dallas. The Peak family was one. At Fowler, we have a special connection to this lineage as our namesake, Juliette FOwler, was the daughter of church founder Jefferson Peak. Ms. Curlee will share stories about this historic time and about the first church built in our city.

RSVP: This event is free and open to the public. Seating is limited. Please RSVP at 214.818.0344.

East Dallas pioneer, Juliette Peak Fowler, died on June 4, 1889. More than 125 years later, her story is still being told and her philanthropic legacy could land her a spot as one of D Magazine's Greatest Dallasites of all Times.

D Magazine launched their online voting after researching and selecting hundreds of candidates. The online voting will continue until September 23 and voters can vote as many times as they want. The top 100 winners will be included in the December 2016 D Magazine. 

Juliette was a member of the prominent Peak family of East Dallas and is considered Dallas' first female philanthropist. Many streets throughout East Dallas are named for her family members - Peak, Junius, Worth, Victor, Carroll, Field, Flora and Harwood. After suffering great personal tragedy with the loss of her husband and two infants, Juliette rose above her grief and devoted her life to charitable causes, specifically caring for the orphans and widows of her fledgling town. She also provided for the well being of young female teachers. Her will designated that her estate be used to build a home for widows and children. Over the years, thousands of children and older adults have been cared for at Juliette Fowler Communities.

A vote for Juliette is a vote for East Dallas and its remarkable history. To vote, go to http://interactive.dmagazine.com/competitors/juliette-fowler/