There’s a change of leadership at the Foundation For the Callier Center. When Foundation President Tricia George’s husband Kenn George became ambassador to the Oriental Republic of Uruguay in September, she realized that her duties as an ambassador’s wife would require time away from North Texas. But not to worry about the transition to the new chair. It’s longtime … [Read more...] about Emilynn Wilson Replaces Uruguay-Bound Tricia George As Foundation President For The Callier Center
Events
12th Annual Day At The Races Is Warming Up With Plans For Turtle Creek Conservancy Fundraiser
Poor Turtle Creek Park has been through more name changes than a coquettish Texas divorcee. With the acreage zig-zagging from Lee Park to Oak Lawn Park and now finally happily branded as Turtle Creek Park, Park President/CEO Gay Donnell Willis has been swapping out stationery, signage and website names. But what hasn’t changed is the annual Day At The Races (DATR). The … [Read more...] about 12th Annual Day At The Races Is Warming Up With Plans For Turtle Creek Conservancy Fundraiser
MySweetWishList: Best Buddies
According to Best Buddies Advisory Board Chair Rand Huguely, “The state motto of Texas is ‘Friendship.’ Everyone deserves to form meaningful friendships with their peers, yet students with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) go unnoticed in their schools every day. Even more heartbreaking, they are often bullied because they look or act differently. Help us … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Best Buddies
JUST IN: Texas Women’s Foundation’s Annual Leadership Forum And Awards Dinner Plans Revealed
Texas Women’s Foundation Leadership Forum and Awards Dinner Co-Chairs Laura Maxwell and Nina Vaca have just announced that the fundraiser presented by AT&T will take place at the Omni Dallas Hotel on Thursday, April 30. The keynote speaker will be “Tech Boss Lady” author Adriana Gascoigne, who is founder and CEO of San Francisco-based Girls in Tech. With 43 chapters … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Texas Women’s Foundation’s Annual Leadership Forum And Awards Dinner Plans Revealed
Communities Foundation Of Texas Reports Record-Breaking Grants In 2019 And New Board Leadership And Members
As 2019 is coming to an end, folks are reviewing the successes of the past year and announcing plans for 2020. Communities Foundation of Texas is leading the herd with Board Chair Jim Bass revealing that a record-breaking $118M in grants were made during the 2019 fiscal year benefiting the following areas: Education: 22% Religious activities: 16% Health and … [Read more...] about Communities Foundation Of Texas Reports Record-Breaking Grants In 2019 And New Board Leadership And Members
MySweetWishList: Just Say YES
According to Just Say YES Board Member Ryan O’Dwyer, “As a board member and youth advocate, my wife Jenny [O'Dwyer]and I have proudly supported and served Just Say YES for over six years. “At the top of the Just Say YES wish list is to partner with a generous individual or business willing to sponsor our Peer-to-Peer Mentoring Graduation held later this spring. The … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Just Say YES
Champion Of Children Award Dinner Patrons Celebrated The Upcoming Dallas CASA Fundraiser’s Being Sold Out
Champion Of Children Award Dinner Co-Chairs Janice and Richard Davis, Hannah and Greg May, Virginia and Edward Schaefer had a lot to celebrate at the event's patron party on Monday, November 4, at Samuel Lynne Galleries. In addition to having Mayor Eric Johnson and his wife Nakita Johnson as honorary co-chairs and Jessica and Dirk Nowitzki receiving the Judge Barefoot Sanders … [Read more...] about Champion Of Children Award Dinner Patrons Celebrated The Upcoming Dallas CASA Fundraiser’s Being Sold Out
JUST IN: Sons Of The Flag Presents $100,000 Check To UT Southwestern For A Burn Surgeon Fellowship
Tis the season of giving and Sons Of The Flag (SOTF) did just that late this morning. Known for its mission "to revolutionize burn care and quality of life for veterans, first responders and families," SOTF Founder/President/CEO Ryan "Birdman" Parrot was at UT Southwestern with his team including SOTF Development Director Sherry Whidby, SOTF Task Force Leader Justin Beamis and … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Sons Of The Flag Presents $100,000 Check To UT Southwestern For A Burn Surgeon Fellowship
JUST IN: 2019 Equest Fashion Show And Luncheon Ponies Up $285,000 For Equest
Highland Park Village was buzzing this morning. Before the luxury shops opened, Equest Women's Auxiliary Founder Louise Griffeth and President Cara French, Equest CEO Lili Kellogg, Equest Director of Community Engagement Christine Volkmer, Equest Director of Development Sarah Bibelhausen, HPV Chief Marketing Officer Victoria Snee were hosted at Etro by Etro General Manager … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2019 Equest Fashion Show And Luncheon Ponies Up $285,000 For Equest
MySweetWishList: Wilkinson Center
According to Wilkinson Center Executive Director Anne Reeder, “You can help make a child’s holiday brighter and help struggling parents by donating to Wilkinson Center’s annual toy drive. We are collecting 2000 toys, bicycles, and gift cards to distribute to the children of food pantry clients and adult education students. “Ways to help: “Donate new, unwrapped toys … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Wilkinson Center
Dallas Symphony Orchestra League’s Fashion Notes Blossomed With “Flowers” At Tables And On The Runway
The weather on Monday, November 4, couldn't have been more perfect for a "flower." In this case, it was the Dallas Symphony Orchestra League's "Fashion Notes" at the Ritz honoring local designer Patti Flowers. As the crowed of 300+ gathered for the Mystery Notes reception, the talk of the day was still about those recovering from the October 24th tornado. Jeweler Richard … [Read more...] about Dallas Symphony Orchestra League’s Fashion Notes Blossomed With “Flowers” At Tables And On The Runway