The Boys and Girls Clubs of Collin County have just "marked the beginning of an exciting journey leading up to its grand gala event" — the 20th Chrysalis Ball Gala's "Cirque du Soiree, A Curiously Unexpected Evening." Gala Co-Chairs Lorie Medina and Melethia Tuggle have revealed a heady group of honorary co-chairs including Mayor Elisa Beasley of Pilot Point, Mayor David … [Read more...] about Boys And Girls Clubs Of Collin County Kick Off Chrysalis Gala 20th Anniversary Plans With Area Mayors On Board
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Change Of Plans: 2024 Parade Of Playhouses Is Going To Be Earlier This Year At NorthPark
If you were planning on checking out Dallas CASA’s annual Parade of Playhouse this July, you need to know it’s going to be happening sooner than you think. This year the collection of children’s cottages that will be raffled off will be on display starting Friday, June 14. Yipes! That’s earlier than usual. Needless to say, area builders are hard at work to produce the … [Read more...] about Change Of Plans: 2024 Parade Of Playhouses Is Going To Be Earlier This Year At NorthPark
Dallas Afterschool Is Ringing The Bell For Playing Around At 2024 Recess With Dr. Froswá Booker-Drew
If you’re hankering to play games, Dallas Afterschool has just the ticket for you. Its 2024 Recess! fundraiser is the perfect playtime for first dates and longtime married types with “adult-sized versions of childhood classic games like Connect 4, Jenga, ladder ball, and cornhole, along with sought-after highlights like Musical Chairs and a prize-filled Sandbox.” 2024 … [Read more...] about Dallas Afterschool Is Ringing The Bell For Playing Around At 2024 Recess With Dr. Froswá Booker-Drew
JUST IN: The Family Place Board Of Directors Adds Seven New Members
While The Family Place is currently searching for its next CEO with Tiffany McDaniel at the helm as both interim CEO and COO, its board of directors has added new members. The new directors include Lauren Black, Jessica Bass Bolander, Wende Burton, Mike Coffey, Delia Jasso, Katie Samler and Sue Schell. Staying in place is the board leadership … [Read more...] about JUST IN: The Family Place Board Of Directors Adds Seven New Members
JUST IN: “Abbott Elementary”‘s Powerhouse Sheryl Lee Ralph To Keynote Genesis Luncheon
The Genesis Women’s Shelter's 31st Annual Luncheon on Friday, April 12, at the Hilton Anatole was neatly in place when it was announced last year, with Luncheon Co-Chairs Nancy Gopez and Maggie Kipp on board. But then word arrived this week that, due to circumstances beyond anybody's control, the announced featured speaker would be unable to attend. Like all the North Texas … [Read more...] about JUST IN: “Abbott Elementary”‘s Powerhouse Sheryl Lee Ralph To Keynote Genesis Luncheon
JUST IN: 2024 Chick Lit Luncheon Keynoter Was The Former “Margarita Ibrahimoff” And Marcia Brady’s Rival
Community Partners of Dallas’ Chick Lit flock has been holding its collective breath for word on the details for the luncheon on Friday, March 22, at the Hilton Anatole. Well, the word just arrived! 2024 Chick Lit Luncheon Co-Chairs Cathy James and Lisa Ogle and Honorary Chair Christine McKenny have finally shared all the information, including that the 2024 recipient of … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2024 Chick Lit Luncheon Keynoter Was The Former “Margarita Ibrahimoff” And Marcia Brady’s Rival
JUST IN: Plans Announced For $5B “Pediatric Campus” To Replace The Current Children’s Medical Center Dallas
For what seems like eons, rumors have swirled about a possible expansion of Children's Medical Center Dallas. But now, like proud fathers, Children's Health President and CEO Christopher Durovich and UT Southwestern Medical Center President Dr. Daniel Podolsky are beaming with the official announcement of a new, $5 billion pediatric health care center. To describe as … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Plans Announced For $5B “Pediatric Campus” To Replace The Current Children’s Medical Center Dallas
Calloway’s Nursery’s Holiday Poinsettias Program Bloomed Into $48,000 For Lena Pope Home
While the promise of spring may lie ahead, the bounty of the winter fundraising flourished at Calloway's Nursery. Thanks to its Holiday Poinsettias program that ran from Thursday, November 16, to Monday, December 25, Calloway's President/CEO Marce Ward and VP of Marketing Jennifer Hatalski presented a check for $48,000 to Fort Worth's Lena Pope's President/CEO Ashley Elgin and … [Read more...] about Calloway’s Nursery’s Holiday Poinsettias Program Bloomed Into $48,000 For Lena Pope Home
JUST IN: 2024 Crystal Charity Ball Dallas County Children’s Non-Profit Beneficiaries Revealed
Yesterday the 2024 Dallas County children’s non-profit finalists were making their final presentations with hopes of becoming the 2024 Crystal Charity Ball beneficiaries. With committee members listening and asking questions of the presenters, it was obvious that the community has some pretty amazing charities supporting its youngsters. Still, a decision had to be made on … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2024 Crystal Charity Ball Dallas County Children’s Non-Profit Beneficiaries Revealed
JUST IN: Betty Regard To Receive Dallas CASA’s Caroline Rose Hunt Cherish The Children Award
2024 Cherish the Children Co-Chairs Lisa Tenorio Truppa and Jessilyn Thiboult Wilson have just shared news about the Dallas CASA fundraiser. The longtime Dallas CASA Children's Council child advocates have announced that North Texas philanthropist Betty Regard will be presented with the Caroline Rose Hunt Cherish the Children Award. Taking place at the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Betty Regard To Receive Dallas CASA’s Caroline Rose Hunt Cherish The Children Award
JUST IN: Foster System Survivor Antwone Fisher To Bring His Story To Family Compass’ North Star Luncheon
Each time best-selling author/U.S. Navy veteran/children's rights advocate Antwone Fisher visits North Texas, he leaves behind a trail of inspiration — and an abundance of new best friends. Born in prison and immediately placed in the foster care system, he wrote the 2001 best-seller "Finding Fish: A Memoir" about his journey overcoming abuse and neglect. It was such a hit … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Foster System Survivor Antwone Fisher To Bring His Story To Family Compass’ North Star Luncheon