Roland Parrish receives 2026 Bill Melton Humanitarian Award
Roland Parrish and current Oak Cliff Lions Club president Ted Ferguson. Photo by Victoria Hernandez. The Oak Cliff Lions Club presented the 2026 Bill Melton Humanitarian Award to local business leader and philanthropist Roland Parrish on Wednesday, April 22. The Oak Cliff Lions Club Humanitarian Award was established in 1978. The first recipient was former […]
PARRISH INDUCTED INTO 2026 TBSHOF CLASS
The induction of Roland Parrish into the Texas Black Sports Hall of Fame (TBSHOF) on March 7, 2026, was a rare “full-circle” moment that celebrated him as both an elite athlete and the savior of the institution itself. While many know him as the mogul behind 20+ North Texas McDonald’s franchises, his enshrinement highlights a legacy built on speed, tenacity, and […]
30TH Anniversary of the Texas Black Sports Hall of Fame
The Texas Black Sports Hall of Fame (TBSHOF) marked its 30th anniversary with a weekend-long celebration in Dallas, culminating in a sold-out induction luncheon at the Renaissance Dallas Hotel on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Hosted by the African American Museum, Dallas, the event honored 14 “history-making figures” who have shaped the landscape of Texas athletics and beyond. https://youtu.be/Wt5FtOrHVbY […]
PCF: 2026 Zan Holmes, COC Title Sponsor
With Deepest Gratitude Celebrating 10 Years of Partnership & Impact Thank You to Our Title Sponsor Roland Parrish & Parrish Restaurants Ltd. In Conversation Zan Wesley Holmes Jr., Community Outreach Center A Decade of Commitment 10 Years • One Vision • Lasting Impact For the past decade, Roland Parrish & Parrish Restaurants Ltd. have stood […]
Gift establishes UTA’s first hospitality professorship
Roland G. Parrish’s $500,000 investment prepares future leaders in restaurants, hotels and tourism. A $500,000 gift from entrepreneur and philanthropist Roland G. Parrish will establish the Roland G. Parrish Endowed Professorship in Hospitality Management at The University of Texas at Arlington, advancing hospitality education in North Texas. It marks the first endowed academic position for […]
Reginald Stepteau Conversation w/ Roland Parrish
I’m Not Chasing Opportunities… https://youtu.be/gysADcqIacI In this sit-down conversation, Reginald Stepteau leads the dialogue with a measured, business-minded approach, creating space for a thoughtful and intentional exchange. Across from him, Roland Parrish delivers a presence-driven performance-balancing confidence, lived experience, and clarity of message. Parrish doesn’t rush answers; instead, he leans into storytelling, allowing each response […]
10th Annual UNCF Mayors Masked Ball
Hyatt Regency Dallas Ballroom The 2026 UNCF Mayors Masked Ball in North Texas marked a spectacular milestone – the 10th anniversary of this elegant celebration of community, leadership, and philanthropy. Held at the Hyatt Regency Dallas Ballroom, the event brought together civic leaders, business executives, and supporters of higher education for an evening of glamour, […]
Parrish Headlines Fireside Chat at Concord Church
In celebration of Black History Month, Dallas business leader and philanthropist Roland Parrish took center stage Sunday morning at Concord Church for a powerful fireside chat alongside Senior Pastor Bryan Carter. Held during Concord’s Sunday service, the conversation blended faith, leadership, and legacy—offering attendees an intimate look into Parrish’s journey from determined entrepreneur to one […]
The Jerry Jones Family Dinner
THE PARRISH FAMILY JOINS THE JONES FAMILY When it comes to ranking most valuable franchises in the world, the Dallas Cowboys have sat atop of the Forbes list since 2016. Jerry Jones and his family have built an empire in their time in DFW. As 2025 wrapped, there was an exclusive invite only dinner at […]