ARLINGTON

Beautillion

Twenty-Seventh Annual

Beautillion Ball & Foundation Fundraiser

Saturday, March 13, 2027 Tentative
Grand Prairie Events & Convention Center

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Our Hallmark Event

A formal celebration of young men on the rise

The Beautillion is the hallmark event of the Arlington Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. It is a formal recognition and celebration of college-bound African American male high school seniors. For 26 years, our chapter has presented its beaux to the community. In March 2027, we do it for the 27th time.

The 2027 Theme

“Empowering Young Men through Legacy, Resilience, and Purpose”

Legacy

Honoring heritage, and valuing the lessons and examples that shape who they are.

Resilience

Building the strength and confidence to persevere through adversity and grow from setbacks.

Purpose

Discovering their talents, pursuing meaningful goals, and making a positive impact.

The Journey

More than one night. Months of preparation.

Before they take the stage, the beaux corps completes a program built to develop leadership and character for life after graduation.

i.

College & Career Planning

Practical preparation for the next 4 years and the career that follows.

ii.

Mentorship

Each beau is paired with men who have walked the road ahead of him.

iii.

Formal Etiquette Dinner

The details of a formal table, a firm handshake, and a first impression.

iv.

Community Service

Hands-on projects that serve the Greater Arlington area.

v.

Boys-to-Men Retreat

Time away together to reflect, bond, and talk honestly about manhood.

vi.

Leadership Development

Training that equips them to lead on campus and beyond.

Who You Will Meet

The evening’s presentation

The Beaux

College-bound high school seniors, and the honorees of the evening. They make their formal debut after completing the full Beautillion program.

The Belle Escorts

The young ladies who accompany the beaux in the formal presentation, with programming of their own along the way.

Court of Distinction

  • Beaux in Waiting 11th grade
  • Ambassadors 9th to 10th
  • Princes & Princesses 4th to 6th
  • Gents & Jewels Age 5 to 3rd
  • Hosts & Hostesses 7th and up

Be Part of It

Three ways to support the beaux

Attend

Ball Tickets

Join us for an evening of elegance, inspiration, and achievement. Individual seats and tables.

On sale soon

Celebrate

Souvenir Journal Ads

Congratulate a beau or showcase your business in the keepsake program every guest takes home.

Opening soon

Sponsor

Sponsorship

Partner with the chapter as a corporate or community sponsor of the 27th Beautillion.

Contact Us

New this year: tickets, ads, and sponsorships are purchased directly through the chapter, so more of every dollar goes where you intend it.

Jack and Jill Foundation

The Beautillion is the Arlington Chapter’s Foundation fundraiser. Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated and its children do not receive or benefit from any monies raised at this fundraiser.

26 Years of Black Excellence

The 2026 Young Men of Valor

Last March, the chapter presented 7 seniors under the theme “Walking in Purpose, Rising in Power.” The 2027 beaux corps follows in their footsteps.

The 7 members of the 2026 Arlington Chapter Beau Corps in ivory dinner jackets on a staircase
  • Michael Bethune
  • Caden Bowles
  • Carson Dunn
  • Camden Kennedy
  • David Henderson
  • Jaelyn Moss
  • Tayejon Thomas

Save the Date

The 27th Beautillion Ball

The date is tentative pending final approval. Confirmed details will be posted here.

Date · TentativeSaturday
March 13, 2027
VenueGrand Prairie Events
& Convention Center
Presented byArlington Chapter
Jack and Jill of America, Inc.

2026–2027

Beautillion Committee

Dr. Sonja WatsonChair
Courtney Perez, Esq.Co-Chair, Beaux
Charlita BrumfieldCo-Chair, Belles
Tegjula HilburnCo-Chair, Court of Distinction
Kimberly AkinrodoyeFoundation Chair
Bronwyn JusticeChapter President
Krystal JohnsonBeau Programming Co-Chair
D. Kirk Johnson IIBeau Programming Co-Chair
Ricky PerezBeau Programming Co-Chair

Stand with our young men

Tickets and journal ads open soon. To sponsor, or to ask a question, contact Beautillion Chair Watson at jjarlingtonbeautillion27@gmail.com.

Net proceeds will benefit the Jack and Jill of America Foundation and other 501(c)(3) organizations.

Arlington Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. · South Central Region