Board & Organizational
Leadership Roles
Fort Worth Metropolitan Black Chamber of Commerce
The premier organization supporting and growing Black-owned businesses across the Dallas–Fort Worth region
As Board Chair, Stimpson leads the strategic direction of one of the most influential business organizations in North Texas, advocating for economic equity and opportunity for Black entrepreneurs and professionals throughout the region.
Board Chair
Tarrant Area Food Bank
One of the largest food bank networks in Texas, serving more than 13 counties
As Board Chair, Stimpson leads one of the most critical social service organizations in Tarrant County — an institution that distributes tens of millions of pounds of food annually to families in need across North Texas.
Board Chair
Boys & Girls Club of Greater Tarrant County
An organization Stimpson attended as a child — now giving back to the next generation
Stimpson's service on this board is deeply personal. Having benefited from the Boys & Girls Club as a youth in Fort Worth, he now chairs the organization that helped shape him — ensuring the next generation of young people in Tarrant County has the same opportunities he did.
Board Chair
JPS Foundation
The philanthropic arm of JPS Health Network, Tarrant County's public hospital system
The JPS Foundation supports the mission of JPS Health Network in providing compassionate, quality healthcare to all Tarrant County residents regardless of ability to pay. As a board member, Stimpson helps steward philanthropic resources that directly impact the health and wellbeing of the county's most vulnerable populations.
Board Member
New Heights Adult High School
A school providing adult learners the opportunity to earn a high school diploma in Fort Worth
New Heights Adult High School serves adult learners who did not complete their traditional high school education, offering a second chance at academic achievement and economic mobility. Stimpson's board service reflects his belief that education is the foundation of opportunity at every stage of life.
Board Member
Young Men's Leadership Academy Advisory Board
A school dedicated to developing the next generation of male leaders in Fort Worth
YMLA is a public charter school focused on college preparation and character development for young men. Stimpson's advisory board role reflects his commitment to educational equity and mentorship for the next generation of Fort Worth leaders.
Board Member
LVTRise
Nonprofit dedicated to transforming Fort Worth's Las Vegas Trail community
As Former Board Chair, Stimpson led this neighborhood revitalization organization focused on one of Fort Worth's most underserved corridors — driving economic development, public safety improvements, and community investment along the Las Vegas Trail.
Former Board Chair
Past Role
Medstar Mobile Healthcare
Fort Worth's primary emergency medical services and mobile healthcare provider
Medstar serves as the 911 emergency medical services provider for Fort Worth and 14 other cities in Tarrant County. As a past board member, Stimpson helped guide policy for an organization that responds to over 130,000 emergency calls annually.
Past Board Member
Past Role
Project 4031
Community initiative focused on Fort Worth's zip code 76104 — one of the most underserved areas in the city
Project 4031 addresses the stark health and economic disparities in Fort Worth's 76104 zip code, where life expectancy is dramatically lower than surrounding areas. Stimpson's board service reflects his commitment to addressing systemic inequity at the neighborhood level.
Former Board Member
Past Role
Arts Fort Worth
The primary arts advocacy and funding organization for Tarrant County
Arts Fort Worth champions the cultural vitality of the region, supporting arts organizations and artists across Tarrant County. Stimpson's former board service reflects his commitment to the full breadth of community life — not just legal and civic institutions, but the cultural fabric of Fort Worth.
Former Board Member
Past Role
Bar & Legal Organizations
Professional Memberships
L. Clifford Davis Legal Association
The African American bar association serving Dallas and Tarrant Counties
Named for L. Clifford Davis — a civil rights pioneer who fought school segregation in Texas — this association is one of the most storied African American bar associations in the state. As Past Chair, Stimpson led the organization's advocacy, programming, and professional development efforts for Black attorneys across the DFW metroplex.
Past Chair
Past Role
Tarrant County Bar Association
The primary bar association serving the legal community of Tarrant County, Texas
Membership in the Tarrant County Bar Association connects Stimpson to the broader legal community of Fort Worth and Tarrant County, supporting professional development, judicial relations, and the administration of justice in the region.
Member
Tarrant County Trial Lawyers Association
A plaintiff's trial lawyers association dedicated to justice for injured individuals in Tarrant County
The Tarrant County Trial Lawyers Association advocates for the rights of injured individuals and supports trial lawyers who fight for justice in the courtroom. Stimpson's membership reflects his identity as a trial attorney committed to plaintiff advocacy in the Fort Worth region.
Member
National Trial Lawyers Association
A premier national organization for the top plaintiff and criminal defense trial attorneys in the United States
Membership in the National Trial Lawyers is by invitation only, extended exclusively to attorneys who demonstrate superior qualifications, trial results, and leadership in their practice areas. Stimpson's selection is a recognition of his standing among the nation's elite trial attorneys.
Member
Civic & Government
Public Service
City of Fort Worth Race and Culture Task Force
Criminal Justice Committee Chair
As Criminal Justice Committee Chair, Stimpson worked alongside community leaders, law enforcement, and city officials to examine systemic racial disparities in Fort Worth's criminal justice system. The task force produced policy recommendations aimed at creating a more equitable and just system for all Fort Worth residents.
Criminal Justice Committee Chair
Mental Health Jail Diversion Center
A landmark initiative that diverts individuals with mental illness from incarceration toward appropriate treatment
The Mental Health Jail Diversion Center is one of Stimpson's proudest professional accomplishments. As a key contributor to its creation, he helped build a system that intercepts individuals experiencing mental health crises before they enter the criminal justice system — connecting them to treatment, housing, and support rather than incarceration. This work represents the intersection of Stimpson's legal expertise and his deep commitment to criminal justice reform.
Key Contributor
Fort Worth Police Department Community Advisory Board
A board providing civilian oversight and community input on Fort Worth Police Department operations and policy
As a former member of the FWPD Community Advisory Board, Stimpson helped bridge the gap between law enforcement and the communities they serve — bringing his perspective as both a former prosecutor and a defense attorney to conversations about policing, accountability, and public safety in Fort Worth.
Former Member
Past Role
Downtown Fort Worth Rotary Club
One of the oldest and most active civic organizations in Fort Worth, dedicated to community service and international goodwill
The Downtown Fort Worth Rotary Club brings together business and professional leaders committed to service above self. Stimpson's past board service connects him to a network of civic leaders working on issues ranging from youth development to economic opportunity across the city.
Past Member of Board of Directors
Past Role
Fort Worth Sister Cities
An organization fostering international friendship, cultural exchange, and global diplomacy through Fort Worth's sister city relationships
As 2024 Mayor's Dinner Chair, Stimpson led the flagship annual event celebrating Fort Worth's international partnerships — bringing together civic leaders, diplomats, and community members to strengthen the bonds between Fort Worth and its sister cities around the world.
2024 Mayor's Dinner Chair
Lena Pope
A Fort Worth institution providing mental health, family, and educational services to children and families in need
As Co-Chair of the 47th Annual Fiesta de Oro, Stimpson helped lead Lena Pope's premier fundraising gala — an event that raises critical resources for mental health services, foster care support, and educational programs for vulnerable children and families across Tarrant County.
47th Annual Fiesta de Oro Co-Chair
Leadership Development
Programs & Fellowships
Leadership Fort Worth
Nonprofit dedicated to educating, empowering, and connecting diverse leaders across Fort Worth
Leadership Fort Worth is the region's premier leadership development program, bringing together high-potential professionals from across sectors for an intensive year-long curriculum focused on Fort Worth's most pressing civic challenges. Stimpson's Class of 2019 cohort deepened his understanding of the city's systems — from education to public safety to economic development — and expanded his network of civic leaders across every sector.
Leadership Class 2019
2019
Leadership Fort Worth
Advanced leadership track for experienced Fort Worth community leaders
LeaderPrime is Leadership Fort Worth's advanced program, designed for experienced leaders ready to take on larger civic and organizational roles. Stimpson's participation in the 2023 cohort reflects his ongoing investment in his own growth and his commitment to Fort Worth's future.
LeaderPrime 2023
2023
LeadershipSBOT
The State Bar of Texas's premier leadership development program for emerging legal leaders
LeadershipSBOT is a highly selective program that identifies and develops the next generation of leaders within the Texas legal community. Participants engage in intensive sessions on legal policy, bar governance, and professional leadership. Selection for this program is a recognition of Stimpson's standing as one of the most promising legal leaders in the state.
Class of 2023
2023
Fraternal · Media
Affiliations & Outreach
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
A historically Black fraternity committed to achievement in every field of human endeavor
Founded in 1911 at Indiana University, Kappa Alpha Psi is one of the oldest and most distinguished historically Black fraternities in the United States. The fraternity's guiding principle — achievement in every field of human endeavor — is reflected throughout Stimpson's career and community service. His membership connects him to a brotherhood of leaders across law, business, government, and the arts.
Member
"Take This Down with Ty Stimpson" — Podcast
A platform for amplifying the voices of inspiring leaders across Dallas–Fort Worth
As host and creator of 'Take This Down with Ty Stimpson,' Ty brings his platform to bear on the stories that matter most in North Texas. The podcast features in-depth conversations with community leaders, entrepreneurs, advocates, and change-makers — exploring their journeys, their challenges, and the lasting impact they are making on the Dallas–Fort Worth region. The show is an extension of Stimpson's belief that storytelling and visibility are themselves forms of service.
Host & Creator
