According to Dallas Symphony Orchestra League President Venise Stuart, “We are kicking off an exciting year ahead for the Dallas Symphony Orchestra League! We are 76 years old with a proud history of music, fundraising and fun! Over the last several years we have contributed to the Dallas Symphony $21 million which goes towards the community and educational outreach … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: Dallas Symphony Orchestra League
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Closed For Now: George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum
While the politicians bicker about the protocol for the latest pandemic developments, North Texas organizations are quietly preparing for the possibility of Plan Bs being needed for the rest of their 2021 fundraising and activities. One of the first to make a move was The George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum on the SMU campus on Monday. According to the … [Read more...] about Closed For Now: George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum
JUST IN: Dallas National Philanthropy Day Celebration’s Format Has Been Changed To Toast Honorees
Back in 1986, President Ronald Reagan proclaimed that November 15 would be National Philanthropy Day to “encourage the celebration of donors (individuals, foundations and corporations), volunteers and leaders who build better communities.” This year, the Greater Dallas Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals is extending the celebration a little longer. They’re … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dallas National Philanthropy Day Celebration’s Format Has Been Changed To Toast Honorees
JUST IN: 33rd Annual Obelisk Awards To Honor A Dozen Arts-Loving Standouts For “Extraordinary Support”
The 2021 Obelisk Awards Co-Chairs Rebecca and Philip Silvestri have just announced the plans and honorees for the 33rd annual Business Council for the Arts fundraising luncheon. On Wednesday, November 17, the following recipients will be honored at The Fairmont Dallas: Art Partnership Large — Toyota nominated by Debbie Storey of AT&T Performing Arts Center … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 33rd Annual Obelisk Awards To Honor A Dozen Arts-Loving Standouts For “Extraordinary Support”
MySweetCharity Opportunity: 2021 Cattle Baron’s Ball
According to 2021 Cattle Baron’s Ball Co-Chairs Diana Hamilton and Heather Randall, ‘The first Cattle Baron’s Ball was a full-fledged Texas barbecue under the chairmanship of Patti Hunt and Jacque Wynne, who founded the event to raise funds for cancer research through the American Cancer Society. “More than 500 guests attended the western-themed event in 1974, which … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: 2021 Cattle Baron’s Ball
Winspear The Cheetah Is Still At Dallas Zoo And Purring Over Zoo To Do’s “Return To The Wild”
The Dallas Morning News reporter Catherine Marfin filed a story in this morning’s edition about the arrival of two newbies at the Dallas Zoo — a couple of cheetah brothers from The Wilds in Columbus, Ohio. However, it was reported in the story that, “Their arrival comes about four months after the zoo’s last cheetah, Kilima, died of old age.” Yipes! Then where was … [Read more...] about Winspear The Cheetah Is Still At Dallas Zoo And Purring Over Zoo To Do’s “Return To The Wild”
Barbara Bigham And Ramona Jones To Be Honored At KidneyTexas Inc.’s 2021 Runway Report
As The Runway Report 2021 Luncheon and Fashion Show nears for its annual KidneyTexas Inc. fundraiser on Tuesday, September 21, KidneyTexas President Rose Gault and Event Chair Courtney Nall have just announced the awardees and committee members. Receiving the Sue Goodnight Service Award will be Barbara Bigham, while Ramona Jones will be presented with the Community … [Read more...] about Barbara Bigham And Ramona Jones To Be Honored At KidneyTexas Inc.’s 2021 Runway Report
If You Blinked, You Missed The Story Of The Family Place’s New CEO Being Named
Like a supernova, news of The Family Place CEO Paige Flink’s successor was revealed on The Dallas Morning News website's homepage at 12:16 p.m. Friday. But like a supernova, the story by reporter BeLynn Hollers suddenly disappeared almost as if it never existed. The story didn’t appear in Saturday’s print edition. Perhaps it will show up in Sunday’s paper. … [Read more...] about If You Blinked, You Missed The Story Of The Family Place’s New CEO Being Named
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Dallas Callier Center For Communication Disorders
According to Foundation of Callier Center President Emilynn Wilson, “Dallas Callier Center for Communication Disorders at UT is all about helping people communicate and connect with one another. On behalf of the board of directors, medical professionals, fellow donors, and of course, Callier patients, I encourage you to explore the many ways individuals, foundations and … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Dallas Callier Center For Communication Disorders
A Gentle Reminder: Let The School Supply Shopping Commence For Tax-Free Weekend
If you’re one of the new residents from other parts of the country, you’re gonna learn that one of the favorite activities in North Texas is shopping. And starting today through Sunday, August 8, is when credit and debit cards nearly melt from the annual Tax-Free Weekend. But before you go making a quickie appointment at Chanel to grab that adorable Flap Bag, wake up to … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: Let The School Supply Shopping Commence For Tax-Free Weekend
JUST IN: 2021-2022 AWARE Dallas Board Members And 17 Beneficiaries Announced
While many fall and winter event planners are being faced with the possibility of coming up with Plan B for their upcoming fundraisers due to Delta, the AWARE Dallas group has announced its 2021-2022 board and recipients. When it was founded in 1989, AWARE was made up of “a small group of passionate and civic-minded Dallas women” to fight Alzheimer’s which was pretty … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2021-2022 AWARE Dallas Board Members And 17 Beneficiaries Announced