Celebrating 30 years of service to Fort Worth. Thanks to you. Connecting globally. Thriving locally.

“The increasing inter-connectivity of nations in today’s global economy underscores the need for robust partnerships between communities around the world. 2014 Year in Review Organizations like Sister Cities International foster Municipal • Hosted Toluca, Mexico Mayor and official delegation such relationships, increasing mutual knowledge and • Hosted a tourism exchange from Bandung, Indonesia • Welcomed Mbabane, Swaziland Mayor and City Manager to understanding between cities and cultures.” celebrate 10th anniversary – President Barack Obama, • Hosted police officers from Toluca for training Coordinated delegation of 25 led by Fort Worth Mayor Pro Tem Honorary Board Chair, Sister Cities International • Espino to Toluca for business meetings and Dia de los Muertos • Coordinated downtown development exchange to Toluca • Sent official delegation led by former councilman Joel Burns to “Fort Worth is an increasingly global community, and with that Budapest and Gyor, Hungary and Vienna, Austria comes the responsibility to connect with international partners • Coordinated business meetings in Toluca and Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam to exchange information, ideas and economic opportunity. Education No one is better at creating and nurturing international • Partnered with FWISD for first Spanish Immersion Summer relationships than Fort Worth Sister Cities and the City of Fort Camp for 130 elementary students • Conducted educational seminars focused on Hungary, China and Vietnam Worth says thank you for thirty years of service.” • Conducted Reggio Children’s seminar attended by 100 early childhood development specialists - Fort Worth Mayor Betsy Price, • Hosted engineering students from Toluca and interns from Trier, Honorary Board Chair, Fort Worth Sister Cities International Toluca, Vietnam and China

Youth “For thirty years we have formed international • Partnered with Trinity Valley School and All Saints Episcopal for relationships, fostered new business connections and Toluca, Mexico student exchange to Fort Worth • Conducted 25th International Leadership Academy and 8th Jr. promoted tourism and cross-cultural understanding Academy – largest ever that are vital to seizing opportunities and overcoming • Hosted 140 students and sent 75 on exchanges • Partnered with Trinity Valley School, McLean and Country Day challenges in a global era. Thanks to so many of you, Fort and welcomed 36 Nagaoka, Japan students • Worked with Western Hills High School on a Bandung, Indonesia Worth Sister Cities has played a huge role in enhancing the student exchange to Fort Worth image of our city abroad – helping to improve the lives of Arts & Culture our citizens and enhance global opportunities for all.” • Staged Oshogatsu Japanese New Year’s celebration • Conducted Gospel Choir Concert in recognition of 10th – Michael Bennett, Chairman of the Board, anniversary with Mbabane, Swaziland Fort Worth Sister Cities International • Partnered with Trinity River Vision and Trier, Germany for Oktoberfest • Staged a Hungarian Goulash Cookoff and Taste of Chinese Impacting the World for 30 Years Cuisine event

Fort Worth Sister Cities International, a 501c3 We manage the City of Fort Worth’s eight sister In an increasingly smaller world, Fort Worth Fundraising nonprofit, is the only organization dedicated city relationships from Nagaoka, Japan, to Sister Cities plays a huge role in enhancing the • Conducted online auction with local chefs solely to promoting Fort Worth globally and Toluca, Mexico. Our annual program goals image of our city abroad – helping to improve • Concluded 4 year major gifts campaign enriching our community through international are designed to: the lives of our citizens and enhance global • Staged first Amazingly Global Race education, exchange and commerce. opportunities for all. Raised over $30,000 at photos with Santa in Sundance Square • Orchestrate international inbound and • benefitting youth outbound exchanges Re-designed Mayor’s International Dinner with Global Awards • Provide instruction for protocol and diplomacy • • Produce unparalleled youth and educator programs added in 2015 • Conduct exchanges to foster economic development he inaugural Global Awards honored businesses, individuals and T GLOBAL NEXUS AWARD RECIPIENT organizations that had made significant contributions to global Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport understanding, world political stability and international trade to solve Located halfway between Dallas and Fort Worth, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is the world’s third busiest, hosting 1,850 flights international health, economic, social or environmental challenges. a day and serving more than 62 million customers a year. DFW Airport provides nonstop service to 149 domestic and 55 international destinations. In the last four years, DFW has experienced growth in international destinations and is one of only seven airports in the world offering GLOBAL IMPACT AWARD RECIPIENT service to more than 200 destinations. Last year, DFW launched new service to Shanghai and Hong Kong by American Airlines, as well U.S. Congresswoman Kay Granger as to Doha, Qatar by Qatar Airways, and to Abu Dhabi by Etihad Airways. Also, Emirates Airline and Qantas Airways expanded their service from DFW to Dubai and Sydney by adding the Airbus A380, the largest passenger aircraft in the world. In May, American Airlines will launch new international service from DFW to Beijing, China. This route will mark DFW’s first nonstop connection to China’s capital Congresswoman Kay Granger received the Fort Worth Sister Cities International Global Impact Award city, and will expand American’s growing service to Asia from its largest hub and home airport. in recognition of her efforts to support and promote Fort Worth abroad, her international impact through her work in Congress, and her commitment to public service. DFW Airport is a major economic driver for the Dallas/Fort Worth region, generating about $32 billion in economic impact each year,

with the Airport supporting more than 143,000 local jobs and over $9 billion in annual payroll. Congresswoman Granger has promoted Fort Worth to presidents and prime ministers, world leaders and CEO’s. She has used her influence in Congress to support global health initiatives to eradicate They are a clear recipient of the Global Nexus Award because no one connects Fort Worth to the rest of the world better than Dallas/Fort polio worldwide, provided resources to stop the transmission of HIV/AIDS from mother to child, and she Worth International Airport. has wisely invested in countries to strengthen their security and grow their economies. She has worked to empower and protect women around the world and mentored Iraqi women running for office for the first time, as well as fighting vigorously to end human trafficking.

The Global Impact Award is recognition of Congresswoman Granger’s lifetime commitment to making Fort Worth and the world a better place. She has set the mark high for future recipients.

GLOBAL CITIZENS AWARD RECIPIENT Black Ecumenical Leadership Alliance, Inc.

The Black Ecumenical Leadership Alliance (BELA) is a coalition of leaders organized and founded in 1999 by Reverend Dr. Albert E. Chew, Jr. along with other Fort Worth pastors. Pastor Chew had a vision to bring Christian ministers together in an effort to impact and change the lives of people throughout Fort Worth, Texas, and the world. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Youth and Adult Programs BELA has accomplished many things since its inception and their financial assistance locally and around For the fiscal year ended September 30, 2014 21 Total Inbound Exchanges

the word is remarkable. They provided $50,000 to victims of hurricane Katrina and $100,000 for 10 Total Outbound Exchanges Statement of Financial Position 386 Total Inbound and Outbound Delegates hurricane victims in Haiti; scholarships totaling $150,000 to bring students from Swaziland to Fort Total Assets $ 785,447 96 Total Local Programs Worth for Sister Cities’ Leadership Academy; and locally $25,000 for scholarships at Fort Worth Total Liabilities 176,143 Montessori School, as well as $300,000 towards St. Mary Ethiopian Orthodox Church to secure a church building. They have also Total Net Assets 609,304 Youth Exchanges Total Liabilities & Net Assets $ 785,447 151 students participated - inbound focused on providing meals, food and hygiene items for 67 students participated - outbound the homeless along with assistance to countless churches Statement of Financial Activities throughout the area and across the United States. Total Revenue and other support $1,108,510 Scholarships Provided for Youth Programs Total Expenses 1,078,788 $ 82,654 awarded Programs & Exchanges 929,085 The Black Ecumenical Leadership Alliance continues to Fundraising 83,835 Economic Impact work collaboratively to make a difference in the lives of General and Administrative 65,868 $ 2 million Change in Unrestricted Net Assets 29,722 people regardless of demographics. Change in Temporarily Restricted Net Assets 132,610 Change in Net Assets 162,332 Net Assets at Beginning of Year 446,972 Net Assets at End of Year $ 609,304

The financial information presented here represents a portion of the financial statements of the Association. Audited financial statements are available upon request and online at www.fwsistercities.org. Thank You for Your Belief and Support Connecting Globally. Thriving Locally.

Global Partner ($20,000 or more) David & Ashley Johnson Richard Casarez Lynn Montgomery In-Kind Support BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS The City of Fort Worth Jones Lang LaSalle Linda Christie Rebecca & Steve Montgomery Alcon Laboratories Fort Worth Convention & Visitors Bureau E. Brad Mahon The Honorable William B. Churchill Teresa Moore American Airlines Executive Committee: City Council Liaisons: The Leo Potishman Foundation, Dr. Bonnie & Mr. Joe Melhart William Conley Carolann Morris Arts Fifth Avenue Honorary Chair, Mayor Betsy Price Bandung: Jungus Jordan Dr. Dean & Mrs. Jane Peyton Asako Cosby Mother Parker’s Tea & Coffee Bank of Texas JPMorgan Chase Bank , Trustee Chair, Michael Bennett, Bennett Benner Partners Budapest: Ann Zadeh Sundance Square and Mr. Edward P. Bass Project Management Assoc. Don & Kathryn Cosby Martha M. Newman, J.D., PCC Bass Performance Hall Ann Rice & Patrick Miller Janet Courchesne Jim & Billie Nichols Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc. Chair-Elect, Johnny Campbell, Sundance Square Mbabane: Kelly Allen Gray Secretary, Eva Bonilla Nagaoka: Gyna Bivens, Danny Scarth President ($10,000 - $19,999) The Roach Foundation, Inc. John & Kerry Coy Jana Nolan Bennett Benner Partners Rosalyn G. Rosenthal Michael & Joanna Crain Stephen Nolan BNSF Railway Company Treasurer, Michael Thomas, Inwood Bank Reggio Emilia: Zim Zimmerman, Sal Espino American Airlines Texas Wesleyan University Norma Crow Mark & Robin Nurdin Botanical Research Institute of Texas Past Chair/Nominating, Ann Rice Toluca: Sal Espino The Amon G. Carter Foundation Joan Trew / WilliamsTrew George & Anne Cude Bassey Obot The Capital Grille Development Chair, Becky Renfro Borbolla, Renfro Foods Trier: Gyna Bivens, Danny Scarth Bank of Texas The Worthington Renaissance Fort Worth Hotel Gary & Jane Ellen Cumbie Todd & Sandy Olsen Central Market Michael & Rae Hyatt Government Relations, Michael Hyatt, UBS Financial Services Guiyang: Dennis Shingleton, Zim Zimmerman Ron & Juana-Rosa Daniell Louis Ott Chadra Mezza & Grill Long Range Planning, Dr. Thomas Fairchild, UNT Health Science Center Mary G. Palko / PALMEA Sustaining ($500 - $999) Beverly Davis Patricia Meadows City Club Programs & Exchanges, Dr. Staussa Ervin Advisory Board: Tim & Judith Sear / Sear Family Foundation Jeff Davis Aracely Perez The Culinary School of Fort Worth Texas Health Harris Fort Worth Dr. Bryan & Mrs. Kelli Bartlett Marketing, Kara Peterson, Alcon Brian Barnard, Haynes and Boone, L.L.P. Cliff & Marina Beasley Steven Davis Danny & Marilyn Perkins Gary Cumbie Margo Dean Barbara Peters Curry Printing At-Large, Travis DeVault, BNSF Railway Kenneth Barr, Barr Consulting Platinum ($5,000 - $9,999) Mrs. Bob Bolen At-Large, James Meintjes, JP Morgan Chase Barclay Berdan, Texas Health Resources Eva & Bob Bonilla Virginia Dorman Kara Peterson Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc. Henry & Becky Renfro Borbolla Downtown Fort Worth, Inc. Elaine Petrus Dell Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse At-Large, Mary Jo Polidore, DFW International Airport Lillie Biggins, Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth Michael Bennett / Bennett Benner Partners Louise Britt Carvey Matthew Dufrene Patricia Pierret The City of Fort Worth Bandung, Nancy Lopez Bill Boecker, Fine Line Diversified Development BNSF Railway Company Bill & Jan Collins Mary & Joseph Dulle Vickie Powell Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce Budapest, Greg Jackson, Attorney-at-Law Dr. Paul Geisel Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport Cutler Repaving, Inc. Chris & Alison Edwards Hank & Susan Price The Fort Worth Club Guiyang, Renee Permann, Pier 1 Imports Felice Girouard Finley Resources, Inc. Travis & Catharine DeVault Douglas & Lynne Eller Anny Pena Quinones Fort Worth Convention & Visitors Bureau Mbabane, Rae Hyatt Albon Head, Jackson Walker, L.L.P. Helmut & Hilde Horchler Jessica Ellis / Ellis Family Foundation Sarah Everett-LanCarte Simin & Allan Radcliffe Fort Worth Country Day Nagaoka, Ronda Stucker Doug Harman, Harman Consulting Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP Marcus Finley Rahr & Sons Fort Worth Independent School District Gordon England Reggio Emilia, Mark & Robin Nurdin, Bank of Texas Bob Jameson, Fort Worth CVB Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Co. Mae Ferguson & Matt Graves Kelley & Sid Fitter Steve Rapfogel Fort Worth Museum of Science & History The Mary Potishman Lard Trust Thomas J. Fitzmaurice Joseph Ramirez & David Reeves Fort Worth Police Department Toluca, Richard Casarez, ONCOR & Asusena Reséndiz, Hispanic Chamber Julie Johncox, JPSolutions Robert Fitzgerald Trier, Greg Irwin, BBVA Compass Bank Jeff King, Northern Trust Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church Martin A. Garcia Shannon Fletcher Marsha Rapfogel Fort Worth Star-Telegram Southwest Bank Paul Geisel, PhD Brad Fricks Jimmy Rhodes Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo Larry Lauer, Texas Christian University Felice & Marvin Girouard Greg Fricks Lynn Rians Fort Worth Transportation Authority Board of Directors: Brad Mahon, Murphy Mahon Keffler & Farrier Gold ($3,000 - $4,999) David & Melissa Goodroe Susan & Attila Frink Julie & Greg Ritz Freese & Nichols, Inc. Kelli Bartlett, Southwest Airlines Richard D. Minker, MINKERTRAHANT & Associates, Inc. BB&T Branch Banking & Trust Company Doug & Judy Harman Amber Garcia Mary Rogers The Harashin Corporation Hannah Behrens, HGC Real Estate Services Bob Mitchell, WhitneySmith Company Coors Distributing Company Gus Bates Insurance & Investments Miguel Garza Room 82, Inc. Michael & Rae Hyatt Tom Brents Phil Moroneso, Weaver and Tidwell DynCorp International Albon & Debbie Head Marilyn Gilbert Yvonne Rubenstein & Lee Rogers INDULGE Luxury Magazine L.O. Brightbill III, Southwest Bank Jim Nichols, Freese & Nichols Deborah Glennon Birdie Sadberry Intermodal Transportation Center First Southwest Company Robert & Anne Jameson Gary Brinkley, Stockyards Station Danny Perkins, Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Kelly, Hart & Hallman, L.L.P. David Keltner Diane Haddock Greg Saltsman Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth Cori Hallock Daniel Sanchez Kaplan College Carlo Capua, Z’s Café Jay Sandelin, Sandelin Realty LBL Architects Roswitha & Justin Knoop Gary Cumbie, Cumbie Consulting Jane Schlansker, InterStar Public Relations Meacham Airport Steve Laird Stevie Hansen Annette Searcy Lili’s Bistro MedStar James Meintjes Sue Harvison Pamela Sherlock Liquid Flicks Lynne Eller, WilliamsTrew Greg Upp Shayne & Lisa Moses / Moses, Palmer & Howell, L.L.P. Dana & Charles Milliken Alan Hegi Kathleen & Hayne Shumate W.P. McClean 6th Grade Center Nan Dearen Gluntz Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church Jason Mills David Henderson Renita Smith MichaelsCuisine David Johnson, Winstead, PC Ex-Officio Members: MULTATECH Mr.& Mrs. Patrick Moran Tom Hook Robin & Jone Snider Modern Art Museum Veronica Chavez Law, Brackett & Ellis David Berzina, Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce ONCOR Paxton Motheral Shelitha Hughes Ee Song MONDO Drummers Marianne Leal, State Farm Insurance Commissioner Roy C. Brooks, Tarrant County Pier 1 Imports Poserkids Yoga Deloris Hummel Mr. & Mrs. David M. Taylor Nonna Tata Randy McGuffee David Gu, US-China Chamber of Commerce Bill & Karen Hunn TCU College of Education ONCOR Electric Delivery Tarrant County Community College State Representative Ramon Romero, Jr. Dr. Bonnie Melhart, Texas Christian University Jay Horn, University of Texas at Arlington Texas Christian University Jane E. Schlansker Lori Iannelli Texas Refrigeration, Inc. Mary Palko Gregory Irwin Mark E. Thielke Piola Italian Restaurant and Garden Paxton Motheral, Edwards Ranch Michael Jacobsson, Leadership Fort Worth UNT Health Science Center Frank Shiels David Parker, Longbow Partners, LLP Rachel Jenkins, Youth and Young Professionals Advisor Western Production Company Sushila Shrestha Neil & Eva Isbell Mike Thomas PULSE Design & Branding Winstead PC Wendy Stane JDW Inc. Gary Trietsch Yvonne Rubenstein & Lee Rogers Michael Parker, Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Oscar Macaraeg, Tarrant County Asian American Chamber of Commerce Larry B. White Jr. Julie Johncox & Paul Siglinger J. Gregory Upp Sewell Lexus Deborah Peoples Sarika Sabnis, Youth Board President Silver ($1,500 - $2,999) Elena I. Yorio Ginger Johnson John Vallance Police Officer Tyson Smith / UNTHSC Lu Pham, Cantey Hanger Michael Sorum, FWISD Kimberly Johnson Philip Wetzel Sundance Square AT&T Councilman Zim & Mrs. Mary Alyce Zimmerman Andrea Puente, The Capital Grille Andy Taft, Downtown Fort Worth, Inc. Joanne Ruth Jones William & Mary White The T Dr. Michael Roemer, Trinity Valley School Barclay & Marsha Berdan JPMorgan Chase & Co. Foundation Dr. and Mrs. John A. Whitfield Texas Christian University Friends ($100 - $499) Anette Soto, U.S. Department of Transportation Staff: Mr. & Mrs. L. O. Brightbill III Charity Water Bob & Carolyn Whitt Texas Health Resources Harris Fort Worth Hospital Thomas J. Fairchild, PhD Juan Abascal Greg Kalina Terrie Williams Trinity Valley School Mary Alyce Zimmerman Mae Ferguson, President/CEO Community Foundation of North Texas Hans & Annie Agarwal Charlotte Kilpatrick Joshua Willis United Way of Tarrant County Joseph Ramirez, Vice President/COO Becky & Greg Haskin Morgan & Wendy Albert Larry & Sterling Lauer Pat Wooley University Christian Church Directors Emeriti: Beth Weibel, Senior Program Manager Irene & Matsue Koscal Mr. & Mrs. Donald E. Anderson Tom & Veronica Chavez Law Yamagata Foundation University of Texas at Arlington Hilde Horchler Danielle McCown, Executive Assistant Charles Lamb, Jr Lee S. Anderson, M.D. Marianne Koenig Leal Harvey & Mary Yamagata UNT Health Science Center Mike Hyatt, UBS Financial Services Brad Mahon / Murphy Mahon Keffler Farrier, LLP Atmos Energy Carolyn & Peter Lombard Alan & Ali Young Western Hills High School Mary Palko, PALMEA Mayor Betsy & Tom Price Dr. Ed Augustat Frederic & Nancy Lopez The Women’s Center Patterson Equity Partners John Avila Tim Sear Wilma Lopez Gift in Honor or Memory of - Dr. Peter Worthing Elaine Yamagata Alice and Buddy Puente David Bakutis Annette Lowry The Worthington Rennaisance Fort Worth Hotel Ronda & Walter Stucker Bank of America Charitable Foundation Dr. Ed Augustat in honor of Lynn Wilson Gene & Helga Lukacsy Estate of Sumiko T. Alwine in Z’s Café and Catering University of Texas at Arlington Karen & Kenneth Barr Francie Mansfield Worthington National Bank Jill M. Bayne memory of Toy Komatsu Nancy Marchant Margo Dean in memory of Beale Dean Connie Beck & Frank Tilly Sandra McGlothlin Thank you to all of our members, sponsors, Brandon & Cindy Boehme Becky & Greg Haskin in memory of Randy McGuffee Mayor Bob Bolen fundraising supporters and volunteers. Bronze ($1,000 - $1,499) Leslie Bowser Jonathan McKoy Jean Boyd Rose Knoop in memory of Maria Garcia Alliance Texas-A Development of Hillwood Mark McLaughlin Elaine Petrus in honor of Mary Palko Thank you to PULSE Design and Branding Autobahn Motorcars Tom & Sue Brents Victor & Susan Medina and Curry Printing, Inc. for their support in Kimberly M. Britton Marsha Rapfogel in honor of Marcela E. Berg & Michael Addison The Merck Foundation Nancy Marchant the production of this report. Bright Horizons Dr. & Mrs. Tim Bruster Ervin Merritt Sundance Square Lowell & Kathryn Bryan Michael Millians **We apologize for any errors and omissions** Catherine Garrison Dr. Carolyn Spence & Richard Cagle Sharon Millians Nan Dearen & Thomas Gluntz Dr. & Mrs. Milton & Jennifer Cannon Richard & Carol Minker Gregory & Claudine Jackson Carlo Capua Therese Moncrief Kelli & Richard Carvino 30 Years of Excellence

National & International Awards • US/China Sister Cities Award for Youth Programs (2014) • Sister Cities International Chairman’s Award: Michael S. Hyatt (2013) • China International Friendship Cities Award for 2012 International Friendly City • Sister Cities Award for Innovation in Humanitarian Assistance (2012, 2009, 2008, 2004) • Sister Cities Award for Best Overall Program (2011, 2009, 2007, 2003, 2001, 1998, 1992, 1990) • Sister Cities Award for Innovation in Arts & Culture(2010) • Sister Cities Award for Most Innovative Youth Program (2010, 2003, 2002) • United Nations Positive Peace Award for Most Positive City Top 5 Finalist (2010) • Sister Cities International Chairman’s Award: Mae Ferguson (2008) • Sister Cities Volunteer of the Year: Shinichi Hara (2007) • Sister Cities International President’s Award: Mary Palko (2006) • Sister Cities Volunteer of the Year: Elaine Yamagata (2005) • Sister Cities 50th Anniversary Award (2005) • Sister Cities Award for Innovation in Public Safety (2003) • Sister Cities Volunteer of the Year – Mary Palko (1999) • Sister Cities Special Achievement Awards in Education (1996) • Reader’s Digest Award for Best Overall Youth Program (1991) • Sales and Marketing Executive Award (1990) • Neighborhood USA Award (1989) • Reader’s Digest Award for Best New Program and Most Community Involvement (1988 & 1986)

Local Awards • Bob Bolen Award for Outstanding Board Leadership – Phillip Moroneso • Volunteer of the Year – Ret. Det. Manuel Reyes and Sgt. Daniel Segura • Youth Volunteer of the Year – Kalkidan Alemu • Eisenhower Award for Organizational Involvement – Fort Worth Convention & Visitors Bureau • Yamagata Emerging Leaders Scholar – Kalkidan Alemu

Fort Worth Sister Cities International • P. O. Box 17879 • Fort Worth, TX 76102 phone: 817.632.7100 • fax: 817.632.7110 • www.fwsistercities.org