$2,900 raised by 20 donors
14% complete
$20,000 Goal
In the early 1990s, volunteers from each of the five North Texas Service Academy Parents' Clubs established the NTCUSA to honor and recognize the Midshipmen and Cadets from the greater North Texas area.
We hold this formal Lone Star Military Ball during the winter break when the Midshipmen and Cadets are home for the holidays. The first Holiday Ball was held in 1993 with only 250 attendees. In recent years, it has grown to approximately 600 guests, with over 150 of those attending being Cadets and Midshipmen.
Organizational leadership for the Lone Star Military Ball rotates among the five Parents' Clubs, with volunteer representatives from all Clubs assuming various planning positions. The leadership of the organization for the next four years is as follows:
2024 - Marine Merchant Academy and Coast Guard Academy Parents' Club
2025 - West Point Academy Parents' Club
2026 - Naval Academy Parents' Club
2027 - Air Force Academy Parents' Club
This event is underwritten by citizens and business organizations that enable NTCUSA to keep the Lone Star Military Ball tradition ongoing through their in-kind donations and monetary sponsorships. Sponsorship support allows NTCUSA to continue to provide an outstanding and memorable evening for all without having to pass along the rising costs of such a formal affair to the invitees. These relationships have been and will continue to be, paramount to the success of the NTCUSA Lone Star Military Ball.
Host of the LONE STAR MILITARY BALL! The North Texas Coalition of Uniformed Service Academies (NTCUSA) has the mission of honoring and recognizing the Midshipmen and Cadets from north Texas who attend one of our five U. S. Uniformed Service Academies. Secondarily, we seek to promote camaraderie and community among veterans, parents, graduates and others associated with the five federal Service Academies. We accomplish both of these goals by planning, hosting, and encouraging attendance and participation in the annual Lone Star Military Ball.
The Lone Star Military Ball is more than just an evening of tradition and pageantry—it is a heartfelt tribute to the dedication, sacrifice, and future leadership of the cadets and midshipmen from the five U.S. service academies. These young men and women have committed themselves to serve our nation with honor and integrity. Now, we have an opportunity to serve them.
To host this meaningful event and ensure that every cadet and midshipman can attend free of charge, we must raise $15,000. These funds will help cover essential expenses including venue costs, meals, transportation assistance, event materials, and recognition items that make the evening truly memorable.
By supporting the Lone Star Military Ball, donors directly contribute to fostering pride, unity, and encouragement among our nation’s future military officers. Your generosity helps us create a night that not only honors their service but also connects them with families, alumni, and community leaders who believe in their mission.
Together, we can show these young leaders that their commitment matters and their future is worth investing in.
At the Lone Star Military Ball, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable environment that celebrates the diversity of our nation’s future military leaders. We honor cadets and midshipmen from all five U.S. service academies—regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, religion, socioeconomic background, or personal identity—recognizing that our strength lies in the varied experiences and perspectives they bring.
Our mission is to create a space where every attendee feels valued, seen, and supported. From planning to execution, we strive to ensure equal access, opportunity, and recognition for all involved. We believe that equity is essential to cultivating leadership, building tradition, and inspiring excellence—both on the field and off.
Together, we stand united in our purpose: to celebrate service, honor commitment, and invest in the next generation of leaders with fairness and integrity at the heart of everything we do.
Organization name
North Texas Coalition of Uniformed Service Academies
Causes
Veterans
Operating Budget
Less than $100,000
Counties Served
Hunt, Wise, Tarrant, Somervell, Rockwall, Parker, Palo Pinto, Navarro, Montague, Kaufman, Johnson, Hood, Grayson, Fannin, Erath, Ellis, Denton, Dallas, Cooke, Collin
BIPOC Leadership
Board Chair
Address
5611 Mitchell Saxon