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About Us
Brochure
Mission Statement
The Dallas County Medical Society Alliance Foundation (DCMSAF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote health education through community programming, to preserve and maintain the historic Aldredge House, and provide financial support to other 501(c)(3) organizations.
Founded in 1917, DCMSAF was the first medical auxiliary in the country. The organization served as a model for other medical auxiliaries throughout the United States that were founded in the early twentieth century. Members are physicians and physicians’ spouses dedicated to the healthcare needs of Dallas County residents.
The Dallas County Medical Society Alliance (DCMSA) was created in 2005 as a 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization. It provides educational programs and fellowship to its members with a focus on ensuring patients' access to medical care in Texas and supporting the medical community in its efforts to deliver this care.
Community Partners Network
Crohn's & Colitis Foundation
Genesis Women's Shelter
Preservation Dallas
National Alliance for Mental Illness
Dallas Historical Society
Swiss Avenue Historic District Association
Leap Foundation
Swiss Avenue Historical District
Edna Gladney Center
Dallas Heritage Village Guild
Baylor Health Care System Foundation
The Family Place
Summerlee Foundation
Spokes for Folks
Founder's Garden Club
Agape Clinic
Dallas Symphony Orchestra League
American Heart Association
Texas Medical Association Alliance
Dallas County Medical Society
Medical Center Women's Club
Jubilee Park and Community Center
Boys and Girls Club of Greater Dallas
Dallas Museum of Art League
Women's Council of the Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Garden
DME (Durable Medical Equipment) Exchange of Dallas
Reading Partners
Incarnation House
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
HISTORICAL NOTES
May 1917
Woman's Auxiliary to the Dallas County Medical Society was created as the first
permanent woman’s county medical auxiliary in nation, organized
by a group of Dallas doctor’s wives. Mrs. John McReynolds was elected
president and the group voted to support Red Cross work.
May 1918
Mrs. E.H. Cary of Dallas was elected first president of the auxiliary to the
Texas Medical Association. The three-fold motive was patriotism, philanthropy
and fellowship.
May 1922
Dr. E.H. Cary of Dallas presented the proposal that a Woman’s Auxiliary
to the AMA be organized. The resolution was approved, and 23 women
from 10 states elected Mrs. S.C. Red of Houston the first national president.
May 1927
Mrs. John McReynolds of Dallas was elected president of the national
auxiliary.
1930’s
A gift of $500 by Mrs. McReynolds in memory of her mother was the
foundation for the establishment of the Physician’s Benevolent Fund –
Medical Student Loan Fund.
1940’s
Library Fund established. Auxiliary supported the effort through Red
Cross, bond drives and other efforts. Southwestern Medical School
established. Health Museum opened, only the second of its kind in the
country.
1950’s
Edith Cavell Nursing Scholarship established. Future Nurse Clubs established
in area high schools. First health fair in Texas held in Dallas.
1960’s
Auxiliary continues programs of health education, health awareness and
philanthropy.
1970’s
Aldredge House becomes permanent home for the auxiliary, dedicated in
1975. Aldredge House was chosen as Kappa Alpha Theta Designers showcase.
The TV show “Dallas” filmed the first episodes with the Aldredge House for
interior scenes. “Facets” replaces “MD’s Wife” as the name of the national
auxiliary magazine, submitted from Dallas. Name changed to the Dallas County
Medical Society Auxiliary and was recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) organization.
1980’s
Aldredge House cookbook published. Health and Science Museum becomes
Science Place. First Health Check held at Valley View Mall. The Aldredge House
recognized as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark.
1990’s
Health Education, promoting healthy lifestyles and philanthropy, continues
to be the focus. The organization changed its name to the Dallas County
Medical Society Alliance, and celebrated its 75th Anniversary in 1992 and its
80th Anniversary in 1997.
2004
Name was changed to Dallas County Medical Society Alliance Foundation
with a mission to promote health education, preserve and maintain the historic
Aldredge House, and provide financial support to other 501(c)(3) organizations.
2005
A new 501(c)(6) organization was established using the now available name,Dallas County Medical Society Alliance. Members enjoy educational programs,
fellowship and opportunities for volunteering.
2007
DCMSAF celebrated its 90th birthday and launched its own
new health project entitled “E.C.H.O.” for Encouraging Children to
Healthy Options.
2010
DCMSAF renewed the Community Health Fair with the event held at
Church of the Incarnation on McKinney for low-income families in the
75204 zip code.
2011
TMAA Award for Dedication to the Mission.
2012
TMAA Award for Alliance of the Future.
2014
Aldredge House wins the Preservation Dallas 2014 Achievement Award
that recognizes outstanding projects involving the preservation, rehabilitation
and enhancement of Dallas’ historic buildings and neighborhoods.
2015
AMAA Award for Social Media Excellence