DJF is a 100-percent nonprofit volunteer organization of women and is one of nine chapters of Junior Forum Texas-based service organizations originating in Texas in 1959. The Dallas chapter was formed in 1977 to create greater interest in civic, educational, and philanthropic endeavors in the North Texas community through volunteer work focused on children, families, and the elderly.

Since it began over 40 years ago, DJF has donated more than $1 million in direct grants and non-grants to worthy nonprofit organizations throughout North Texas. In 2018/2019, members provided more than 13,600 hours of volunteer service to agency partners.