Upcoming Events
Winter Reading Challenge
* The Vibe: Educational and festive.
* Description: A youth-focused challenge (ages 8–18) running from January 4th to February 8th. Participants set reading goals, find sponsors, and compete for prizes like a $25 gift card or tickets to Six Flags.
* Key Details: $6 entry fee; deadline to register is December 15th.
A Plate of Promise (February)
* The Vibe: Compassionate and community-driven.
* Description: A partnership with Marci’s Den to provide consistent nourishment for those affected by the fentanyl crisis.
* The Deal: A $12 donation pays for your own meal voucher and funds a “stability meal” for someone in need. Running from February 10th–16th.
The Anchor Point / The Resilience Summit
* The Vibe: Empowering and restorative.
* Description: A dual-track event on March 6th–7th.
* The Anchor Point: A men’s convocation celebrating strength and resilience.
* The Resilience Summit: A women’s overnight lock-in focused on healing, mental health group therapy, and business entrepreneurship.
* Key Details: Includes a joint social networking gathering in Dallas.
A Spoonful of Hope Cook-Off
* The Vibe: Fun, competitive, and flavorful.
* Description: A community cook-off on April 18th, 2026 (12 PM – 5 PM) in Pantego, TX.
* The Challenge: Chefs enter their best soup, stew, or chili for a $25 fee.
* The Tasters: For $10, attendees get unlimited tastings and a vote to crown the “Golden Ladle” winner.
Levels of Suds Carwash
* The Vibe: Energetic and grassroots fundraising.
* Description: A morning carwash fundraiser on May 16th, 2026 from 7 AM – 2 PM.
* Purpose: All proceeds go directly toward funding the organization’s annual Black-Tie Conference event.
The Resilience Gala: Shine Like a Star
* The Vibe: Glamorous and high-impact.
* Description: A talent and fashion showcase on Saturday, June 27th at 6 PM.
* Focus: Highlighting creative expression from individuals aged 15–24 while raising awareness and funds to combat the fentanyl and opioid crisis.
The Harvest Hand Fair (Calling All Vendors)
* The Vibe: Community commerce and support.
* Description: A vendor-focused fair scheduled for August 17th, 2026.
* Vendor Info: $150 for food vendors; $75 for table space. The deadline to apply is March 10th.
CTRL + ALT + DEL Tech
* The Vibe: Innovative and sustainable.
* Description: A virtual program on August 23rd (11 AM – 2 PM) hosted via Zoom.
* Focus: Teaching young people tech entrepreneurship, e-waste reduction, and how to give technology a “second life” to foster a circular economy.
A Black-Tie Affair (Fundraiser)
* The Vibe: Sophisticated and urgent.
* Description: A two-day fundraiser at Midway Tower in Dallas on November 1st & 2nd.
Levels of Life presents:
Impacting Youth:
The event is hosted by Darolyn Brock and Dorline Levels. It is an annual formal black-tie event dedicated to raising critical awareness about the fentanyl and opioid crisis. This event honors the memory of Dorline’s son, Dwan, and turns that grief into a powerful call to action.
Agenda and Key Highlights
The conference is a full-day event with a detailed schedule. Highlights include:
* Registration and pick-up of materials
* Welcome and opening remarks from a keynote speaker
* A powerful and impactful speaker addressing the core issues of the fentanyl crisis and mental health impacts
* Vendor tables for networking and product browsing
* Panel discussions on the fentanyl crisis and mental health
* Workshops focused on empowerment, communication, and community engagement, including training on how to use Narcan kits.
* Gourmet Dinner and Live Musical Performances
* A silent auction with bids on vendor items
* Closing remarks and a call to action
Speaker Bio
Darolyn Brock
As a self-motivated coach, Darolyn challenges and inspires through transformative coaching and speeches. Her powerful messages resonate across age groups, compelling thousands to take immediate action for personal and professional improvement.
Venue Details
* Date: Saturday, November 1, 2025
* Time: 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
* Address: Draped Events at Midway Tower, 6th Floor, 4230 Lyndon B Johnson Freeway, Dallas, TX 75244
Ticket Information
* Price: $30 per ticket
* Note: Tickets are limited to 100 people.
Speaker Bio
Darolyn Brock
As a self-motivated coach, Darolyn challenges and inspires through transformative coaching and speeches. Her powerful messages resonate across age groups, compelling thousands to take immediate action for personal and professional improvement.
Venue Details
* Date: Saturday, November 1, 2025
* Time: 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
* Address: Draped Events at Midway Tower, 6th Floor, 4230 Lyndon B Johnson Freeway, Dallas, TX 75244
Ticket Information
* Price: $30 per ticket
* Note: Tickets are limited to 100 people.
Why You Should Attend
* Gain Life-Saving Skills: You will have the unique opportunity to be trained on how to use Narcan kits, a critical skill that can save a life during an opioid overdose.
* Be a Part of the Solution: The event is a formal call to action, with the goal of raising awareness and empowering attendees with the tools to address the fentanyl and opioid crisis in their communities.
* Connect and Network: This is a chance to connect with others, visit vendor tables, and engage with a community dedicated to a vital cause.
* Enjoy a Formal Evening: The event is a “Formal Black Tie Event” that includes a gourmet dinner and live musical performances, offering a unique blend of a serious cause with an elegant social gathering.
* Support a Cause: By purchasing a ticket, you directly contribute to the mission of Levels of Life in empowering and protecting the next generation from the dangers of the opioid crisis.
Engagement Copy
* Theme: “A Formal Black Tie Event”
* Tagline: “Don’t let fentanyl claim another life. Learn, share, act.”
* Contact: Levelsoflife@email.com
* Website: www.levels-of-life.com
* Social Media: @levelsoflifeorganization
Levels of Life (501(c)3) Organization
Dorline Levels(founder)
Shalonda Levels(co founder)