The next week appears to be a time-out for North Texas non-profits thanks to spring breaks, but it's simply the lull before the slam-bang of activities in the weeks to come. Even before the schools shut down for the holiday week, the After-School All-Stores North Texas' Rising Stars Luncheon is close to selling out.. ASAS NTX Executive Director Justin Hensley has just … [Read more...] about Grovel Alert: 2024 Rising Stars Luncheon Featuring Dallas Cowboys Linebacker Micah Parsons
After-School All-Stars North Texas
JUST IN: Cowboys Micah Parsons To Keynote ASAS North Texas’ 7th Annual Rising Stars Luncheon
Following in the steps of Dallas Cowboys Dak Prescott and Zeke Elliott, After-School All-Stars North Texas has arranged to have Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons (aka #11) as the keynote speaker for the 7th Annual Rising Stars Luncheon, taking place at Brook Hollow Golf Club on Wednesday, March 27. Having totaled more than 40 sacks in his first three seasons in the National … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Cowboys Micah Parsons To Keynote ASAS North Texas’ 7th Annual Rising Stars Luncheon
MySweetWishList: After-School All-Stars North Texas
According to After-School All-Stars North Texas advocates Marybeth and Kevin Conlon, “After-School All-Stars (ASAS) is the largest national organization, with a strong local presence, that specifically focuses on serving middle school age students. As ASAS’ name recognition grows in North Texas, we are working diligently to demonstrate the need for the programming that … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: After-School All-Stars North Texas
MySweetOpportunity: 2023 Crystal Charity Ball
According to 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Chair Angie Kadesky, “Since 1952, Crystal Charity has been a driving force for positive change in the lives of children in Dallas County. The organization’s mission has remained unchanged for 71 years and that is to be a beacon of hope to underserved children in our community by funding projects in a variety of areas, including … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: 2023 Crystal Charity Ball
Area Weather And Slo-Mo Valets Didn’t Dampen Rising Stars Keynoter Dirk Nowitzki And Awardee Gina Betts
2023 Rising Stars Luncheon had a lot going for it. Not only did it benefit After-School All-Stars North Texas (ASAS), it was honoring longtime supporter Gina Betts as well as having North Texas true-[Mavs] blue German transplant Dirk Nowitzki on stage for a chat with Voice of the Dallas Mavs Mark Followill. While past ASAS events had been held at Brook Hollow and Northwood, … [Read more...] about Area Weather And Slo-Mo Valets Didn’t Dampen Rising Stars Keynoter Dirk Nowitzki And Awardee Gina Betts
SOLD-OUT ALERT!: 2023 Rising Stars Luncheon
When the After-School All-Stars North Texas’ Rising Stars Luncheon post had been written, half of the Hall on Dragon had been sold. That was last Wednesday. Now word has arrived that the Wednesday, May 10, fundraiser is sold out. Why? For three reasons. First, former Dallas Mavs legend Dirk Nowitzki is the featured speaker. Second, the honoree is hardworking … [Read more...] about SOLD-OUT ALERT!: 2023 Rising Stars Luncheon
JUST IN: Rising Stars Luncheon Will Feature Dirk Nowitzki And Honor Gina Betts On May 10
Back in February 2020 the announcement was made that Dallas Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki would be the keynote speaker for After-School All-Stars North Texas’ Rising Stars Luncheon the following May. But the pandemic arrived in March wiping out most in-person events for 18 months. Luckily, last year After-School All-Stars North Texas was able to hold an in-person … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Rising Stars Luncheon Will Feature Dirk Nowitzki And Honor Gina Betts On May 10
Crystal Charity Ball Bus Tour Included Hugs And Site Views Of The 2023 Seven Beneficiaries
In years past the Crystal Charity Ball bus tour was a chance to visit the little ones who would benefit from the annual Dallas County children’s charities fundraiser. But this year on Thursday, February 16 it was more a case of eyeballing dirt that would one day be the setting for future programs for the children. The five-hour tour of seven 2023 beneficiaries sponsored by … [Read more...] about Crystal Charity Ball Bus Tour Included Hugs And Site Views Of The 2023 Seven Beneficiaries
MySweetWishList: After-School All-Stars North Texas
According to After-School All-Stars North Texas advocates Marybeth and Kevin Conlon, "After-School All-Stars (ASAS) is the largest national organization, with a strong local presence, that specifically focuses on serving middle school age students. As ASAS’ name recognition grows in North Texas, we are working diligently to demonstrate the need for the programming that … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: After-School All-Stars North Texas
Dapper Zeke Elliott Underscored His Support Of After-School Programs At Rising Stars Luncheon
After two years of challenges thanks to Mother Nature and the pandemic, the After-School All-Stars North Texas' Rising Stars Luncheon was finally going to take place at Brook Hollow Golf Club on Thursday, May 5. And for the sold-out crowd it was well worth the wait, with Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel "Zeke" Elliott being on stage for a chat with WFAA Main Sport Anchor Joe … [Read more...] about Dapper Zeke Elliott Underscored His Support Of After-School Programs At Rising Stars Luncheon
Grovel Alert!: After-School All-Stars North Texas 5th Annual Rising Stars Luncheon
It may not be football season, but the Dallas Cowboys players aren't ho-humming on couches playing video games. For example, while Children's Cancer Fund Gala's Honorary Chair Roger Staubach has opted to take a place on the sidelines, current Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott has volunteered to fill the honorary slot alongside former Cowboys quarterback Troy … [Read more...] about Grovel Alert!: After-School All-Stars North Texas 5th Annual Rising Stars Luncheon