SPARK! Dallas, an educational nonprofit focused on fostering creativity and empowering youth, has announced SPARKtacular, a fundraising event scheduled for Thursday, September 10. The event will take place from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at a private Dallas residence. Designed exclusively for adults aged 21 and older, the evening will feature exceptional cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, live music, and opportunities to support SPARK!'s mission.
Event co-chairs Kristi and Ron Hoyl and Melissa Sherrill and Ross Martin are leading the effort. Meg Bittner, SPARK! president and CEO, emphasized the importance of creativity and original thought for future leaders. She noted that as a community-based arts education program working with schools, SPARK! believes creativity powers communities.
Bittner added that STEAM education in a uniquely creative setting at SPARK promotes learning and is crucial for growth and critical thinking skills.
Melissa Sherrill highlighted SPARK!'s expertise in serving students and educators by providing a pathway to success through art education and STEAM. Kristi Hoyl added that the organization needs help to provide scholarships for well-deserving students from Title 1 schools, giving them access to SPARK!'s creative environment to develop their creativity.
She stated that the next artist, architect, or engineer could be one of these students whose future is transformed through support.
To date, SPARK! has hosted 105 schools and organizations serving nearly 7,000 students on field trips during the 2025-2026 school year. More than 51% of these students are from Title 1 schools. Nearly 40% of the open play admissions are from Museums for All attendees, who receive reduced admission for families that receive government benefits such as SNAP, WIC, and Medicaid.
Sponsorships, which range from $1,000 to $50,000, are available. Tickets will be for sale closer to the date, if available. More information can be found at https://sparkdallas.org/sparktacular/.