The Dallas Business Hall of Fame class of 2022 has been announced for induction on the evening of Saturday, February 26, at the Hyatt Regency Dallas to benefit Junior Achievement Dallas. Making up the Laureates-to-be quartet are Carcon Industries President/CEO Arcilia Acosta, Hunt Sports Group Chair Clark Hunt, Texas 2036 Founder Tom Luce and The Beck Group CEO Fred … [Read more...] about Acosta, Hunt, Luce And Perpall To Be Inducted As 2022 Dallas Business Hall Of Fame Laureates
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The Pandemic Battle May Have Been Won, But The War Continues With Trepidation
Remember a year ago at this time? After the initial confusion and panic to find hand sanitizers and masks had calmed down a bit, North Texas non-profit fundraisers were making gut-wrenching decisions about the fall and winter events. Word was sent daily about postponements, cancellations and something called “virtual” get-togethers. It was a brutal time as a virus created … [Read more...] about The Pandemic Battle May Have Been Won, But The War Continues With Trepidation
Cancer Support Community North Texas’ Red Tie Gala Will Trip The Light Fantastic To Honor Mary Kay Foundation
When the pandemic ended many needed services and programs, Cancer Support Community North Texas’ (CSCNT) clubhouses in Dallas, Collin and Tarrant counties had to transition to digital support for cancer patients and their families. But on Monday, August 2, the plan calls for the clubhouses with their “warm, welcoming and home-like space” to open their doors for in-person … [Read more...] about Cancer Support Community North Texas’ Red Tie Gala Will Trip The Light Fantastic To Honor Mary Kay Foundation
MySweetSchoolDaze: Wilkinson Center’s Carlin Morris Back-To-School Drive
According to Wilkinson Center Engagement Manager Laura Ingrim, "For the past 35 years, the Carlin Morris Back-to-School Drive through Wilkinson Center has provided shoes and school supplies to thousands of families in Dallas County. "This year, Wilkinson Center will provide shoe vouchers from Shoe Carnival for 600 children and backpacks full of school supplies for … [Read more...] about MySweetSchoolDaze: Wilkinson Center’s Carlin Morris Back-To-School Drive
A Passing: Mary Anne Sammons Cree
In the days ahead, there will be much reported about philanthropist Mary Anne Cree's countless acts of generosity. But to treasure her legacy, it’s necessary to start back in the late 1800s, when her father Charles Addison Sammons was born in Ardmore. It was just 12 years later he found himself an orphan and moved to his aunt’s farm in Plano. It didn’t take long for the boy to … [Read more...] about A Passing: Mary Anne Sammons Cree
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Halloween At The Heard
According to Heard Natural Science Museum And Wildlife Sanctuary volunteer Nicole Ellerbrock, "As summer comes to a close and fall approaches, the Heard Natural Science Museum And Wildlife Sanctuary is preparing for their annual 'Halloween at the Heard' event. This celebration will take place on the sanctuary on Saturday, October 16, from 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. and is for … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Halloween At The Heard
Vogel Alcove Adds Seven New Members To Its Board
North Texas’ reputation for outstanding support of non-profits isn’t solely based on the community’s generosity. It’s also the result of the hands-on involvement by volunteers. While most think of a volunteer as one who works alongside the staff in providing the day-in, day-out operation of the organization, there are volunteers who give their time, talent and wisdom by sitting … [Read more...] about Vogel Alcove Adds Seven New Members To Its Board
Sold-Out Alert!: 2021 An Evening With The Best Of Broadway
With exactly four months until Dallas Summer Musicals’ 2021 An Evening With The Best Of Broadway takes place, Event Co-Chairs Cindy and Scott Collier and Sara Lee and Stan Gardner are celebrating. The reason? The fundraising event that isn't until Saturday, November 20, at the Music Hall with a full performance of “Hamilton” on stage is already sold out. In addition … [Read more...] about Sold-Out Alert!: 2021 An Evening With The Best Of Broadway
MySweetCharity Opportunities Series And Its Friends Return After a Year’s Hiatus
Looking at the upcoming fall and winter MySweetCharity Calendar, it’s pretty obvious that North Texas non-profits are ramping up in high gear to make up for lost time due to the pandemic protocol. From September through mid-November, North Texas fundraising is going to be as busy as a frog at a princess convention! Adding to the mix is the fact that folks are hungry to get … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunities Series And Its Friends Return After a Year’s Hiatus
Tom Thumb And Albertsons Companies Foundation To Return as 2021 Celebrating Women Luncheon Presenting Sponsor
Great news to start the week! 2021 Celebrating Women Co-Chairs Marybeth Conlon and Elizabeth Gambrell, Underwriting Chair/sisters-in-law Amy Hegi and Libby Hegi and Honorary Co-Chairs Gene Jones, Charlotte Jones, Karen Jones and Lori Jones have sent word that Tom Thumb and Albertsons Companies Foundation will return as presenting sponsor for the 22nd annual fundraising luncheon … [Read more...] about Tom Thumb And Albertsons Companies Foundation To Return as 2021 Celebrating Women Luncheon Presenting Sponsor
Sold-Out Alert!: Majestic Centennial Celebration Gala
Blonde Kim Hext’s track record for throwing a fundraising party is pretty impressive. There was the 2018 Zoo To Do that at the last minute had to fall back for Plan B when rain made the outdoor event a no-go. But when the Plan B hotel 'fessed that it wasn’t going to live up to its commitment, Kim pulled things together for a great old night at another venue with guests posing … [Read more...] about Sold-Out Alert!: Majestic Centennial Celebration Gala