An unforgettable evening of desserts, wine, and community impact benefiting Girl Scouts across West Texas.

EVENT TIME

Thu, August 27, 2026

 

Desserts First 2026

Girl Scouts of Texas Oklahoma Plains invites you to join us for Desserts First, an evening celebrating community, generosity, and the power of Girl Scouting.

 

Hosted at Llano Estacado Winery, this signature fundraising event brings together local chefs, business leaders, community advocates, and supporters who share a commitment to helping girls reach their full potential.

 

Guests will enjoy an evening of dessert tastings, wine pairings, a silent auction, and friendly competition as local celebrity chefs create original desserts featuring Girl Scout Cookies.

 

All proceeds from Desserts First support Girl Scout programs and experiences that help girls develop leadership skills, explore STEM opportunities, build confidence, and discover their potential.

 

Event Information

Thursday, August 27, 2026
5:30 – 8:30 PM
Llano Estacado Winery
3426 E FM 1585
Lubbock, Texas

 

Supporting Girls Across West Texas

When you attend Desserts First, you are investing in the future of girls throughout Lubbock, Amarillo, and surrounding West Texas communities.

Funds raised help provide access to:

  • Leadership development programs
  • STEM exploration and hands-on learning
  • Outdoor experiences and camp opportunities
  • Financial assistance for girls and families
  • Community service and civic engagement opportunities

Through Girl Scouts, girls gain the courage to lead, the confidence to succeed, and the character to make a difference in their communities.

Featured Event Experiences

Celebrity Chef Dessert Competition

Local chefs will showcase their creativity by developing unique desserts inspired by Girl Scout Cookies. Guests will have the opportunity to sample each creation and vote for the People's Choice Award.

Wine Pairings

Enjoy thoughtfully selected wines while connecting with fellow supporters and community leaders.

Silent Auction

Bid on exclusive packages, experiences, and items donated by businesses and supporters throughout the region.

Community Impact

Every ticket purchased and every dollar raised helps create opportunities for local girls to learn, grow, and thrive.

 

 

Sponsorship Opportunities

Desserts First offers meaningful opportunities for businesses and individuals to demonstrate their commitment to developing the next generation of leaders while gaining visibility among community-minded supporters.

To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please contact:

Stephanie Turner
Fund Development Coordinator
Girl Scouts of Texas Oklahoma Plains

 

Thank You to Our Supporters

Desserts First is made possible through the generosity of our sponsors, committee members, volunteers, chefs, auction donors, and community partners. Together, we are creating opportunities that empower girls to become tomorrow's leaders.

 

Sponsorships


PRESENTING SPONSOR
$20,000 Presenting Sponsor

Presenting Sponsor:

  • Exclusive Presenting Sponsor regcognition across all event platforms
  • Logo on GSTOP website & event marketing materials
  • Two event press releases
  • Event co-branding opportunities 
  • Half-page recognition in event program
  • Top-tier branding placement at event featrued visibility areas
  • 10 event admissions
  • Recognition in e-newsletter & social media features
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AMBASSADOR SPONSOR
$10,000 Ambassador Sponsor
  • Logo on GSTOP Website & event website
  • Half-page program recognition 
  • Two social media features
  • Included as sponsor in e-newsletter recognition
  • 8 event admissions
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$5,000 Senior Sponsor
  • Logo on event website & event materials 
  • Quater-page program recogniton 
  • Once social media feature
  • 6 event admissions
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$2,500 Cadette Sponsor
  • Logo in event program
  • Name or logo recognition on event website 
  • 4 event admissions
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$1,500 Junior Sponsor
  • Logo in event program 
  • Name recognition on event website
  • 2 event admissions
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Tickets


$100 General Admission

Join us for an evening of dessert tastings, wine pairings, and community impact at Desserts First 2026. Your ticket includes admission to the event, samples from each featured chef, access to wine pairings, and participation in the People's Choice dessert voting. Proceeds support Girl Scout leadership programs and opportunities for girls across West Texas.

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Organizer


Girl Scouts of Texas Oklahoma Plains Stephanie Turner sturner@gs-top.org 4901 Briarhaven Rd, Fort Worth TX 76109 8066207877 http://gs-top.org
Nonprofit Organization Donations Tax Deductible