Sitting Down with Julie Bagley, One of the Ten Best Dressed Women of Dallas

Throughout this fall, we’ve been shining a spotlight on Crystal Charity Ball’s Ten Best Dressed Women of Dallas.

Joining Shannon Graham and Shelby Goff as a second-year honoree, Julie Bagley is a community volunteer and philanthropist who is an endowment trustee for the Junior League of Dallas. In addition, she devotes her time and talent to supporting Cafe Momentum, Salvation Army’s Women’s Auxiliary, Equest, Jonathan’s Place, and Dallas CASA. Today, we’re talking about the Dallas organizations that Bagley supports, as well as favorite memories from her time spent serving the community.

What do you love about the Dallas community?

I love the spirit of generosity. The Dallas community is exceptionally generous with financial support, but also not afraid to do hard work. Some of my most meaningful connections have come through volunteering alongside people who care deeply about making Dallas a better place.

What is your proudest accomplishment as a community volunteer?

My proudest accomplishment was serving as President of the Junior League of Dallas. It was an incredible privilege to lead an organization with such a strong legacy of service and to work alongside so many talented and committed women.

Outside of Crystal Charity Ball, what Dallas charitable organization is nearest and dearest to you?

The Junior League of Dallas is especially dear to me. I have a longtime connection to the League, which provided incredible opportunities for personal growth, service to the community, and friendships that have enriched my life.

What is a favorite memory from an event you’ve chaired or volunteered for?

I chaired the Jonathan’s Place luncheon about 10 years ago when Simone Biles was our speaker. Much of the audience ended up being young girls, including my daughter and many of her friends. It was incredibly special to share that experience with my daughter and to see so many young girls inspired by Simone’s story and by the important work of Jonathan’s Place.

Why does serving the Dallas community matter to you?

Dallas has been home to me since I was a child. It is where my husband and I raised our children and built our business, so giving back to the community that has given our family so much feels very natural to me.

What is something you’ve learned from working alongside the women of Crystal Charity Ball?

I’ve learned just how much can be accomplished when a group of women brings their time, talents, and resources together around a common purpose. The women of Crystal Charity Ball are incredibly committed to improving the lives of the most vulnerable children in our city.

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