When the Southwestern Medical Foundation and the UT Southwestern Medical Center join forces for a luncheon honoring Dr. Kern Wildenthal, a former president of both organizations, you can be sure the turnout will be an impressive one. It was that and still more on Wednesday, June 7, when a noontime event at Dallas's T. Boone Pickens Biomedical Building feted Kern and … [Read more...] about Southwestern Medical Foundation Luncheon Honors Kern Wildenthal, Whom Even ChatGPT Calls “A Beacon Of Wisdom And Grace”
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Hall Of State Glowed Inside And Out For The Dallas Historical Society Centennial Gala
The first introduction of the 2022-2023 winter temperatures arrived on North Texas doorsteps before the sun rose on Saturday, November 12. Despite the evening’s cold, the area was burning with fundraising. Operation Kindness’ Canines, Cats and Cabernet Gala was honoring Carol Seay with the Champion for Animals Award and Charles Jones with the Legacy of Kindness Award at the … [Read more...] about Hall Of State Glowed Inside And Out For The Dallas Historical Society Centennial Gala
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Dallas Historical Society Centennial Gala
After a major renovation and recovery from the freeze damage of February 2021, Fair Park’s Hall of State glowed beautifully inside and out for the Dallas Historical Society Centennial Gala on Saturday, November 12. With Texas legends like James W. Fannin and Stephen F. Austin observing from their pedestals in the Hall of Heroes, Gala Co-Chairs Kristen Sanger and … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Dallas Historical Society Centennial Gala
Susie And John Adams Gift $1M For Children’s Christopher J. Durovich Administrative Residence Program
Too often it’s the people behind the scenes who are taken for granted. For instance, when one thinks of the folks in hospitals and healthcare systems, the first faces that come to mind are the doctors, nurses and support staff. But to keep the lights burning and meet the daunting demands of the ever-changing world of the industry, there are a handful of people associated with … [Read more...] about Susie And John Adams Gift $1M For Children’s Christopher J. Durovich Administrative Residence Program
Bum Bright Family’s Legacy Of Giving Continues With A $7.5M Gift For Children’s Medical Center Plano’s Expansion
When the late Bum Bright’s name comes up in conversation, most folks immediately think of his tenure as “owner” of the Dallas Cowboys (1984 to 1989). But for those who remember the days when the Texas A&M graduate was making deals and raising funds for friends like the late Texas Gov. Bill Clements, Bum was the real stuff, not just a writer’s idea of a Texas legend. He … [Read more...] about Bum Bright Family’s Legacy Of Giving Continues With A $7.5M Gift For Children’s Medical Center Plano’s Expansion
What A Beautiful Day To Choose A Virtual Red Balloon Run And Ride For Children’s
To say it’s a beautiful day is an understatement. Perhaps for once Mother Nature is happy watching people running, walking and cycling around the area in bright red shirts. It’s all a part of the 10th annual Red Balloon Run and Ride fundraiser. Despite not being held at one gathering spot and along one route because of COVID-19, the event is taking place throughout … [Read more...] about What A Beautiful Day To Choose A Virtual Red Balloon Run And Ride For Children’s
Children’s Medical Center Foundation’s Thank You Reception Had A Few Changes To The Annual Event
The annual “Thank you” reception at the Dallas Country Club for supporters of the Children's Medical Center Foundation and Children’s Health had been tweaked a bit this year. Instead of holding it on the third Sunday of January, as usual, the donors fete was moved to the fourth Sunday of the month— aka January 26. That way it wouldn’t compete with the NFL playoffs leading up to … [Read more...] about Children’s Medical Center Foundation’s Thank You Reception Had A Few Changes To The Annual Event
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2020 Children’s Thank You Reception
The annual Children’s Health appreciation reception hosted by the "Chrisses" (Christina and Children's Health President/CEO Chris Durovich and Children's Medical Center Foundation President Brent Christopher) for supporters at the Dallas Country Club had a couple of changes and got A-pluses from guests. A subtle change was the date of the event. In the past it had been … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2020 Children’s Thank You Reception
2019 Crystal Charity Ball’s Circle Of Angels Dinner Dazzled Guests At The Bests’ Estate
Some guests who had RSVP'd failed to show because they came down with the flu. Other MIAs still hadn't recovered from the nine tornadoes that ripped through the Dallas area just a few days before. Whatever the reasons for the 10 absences — including one entire table — 70 out of an anticipated 80 guests did turn out on Wednesday, October 23, for the Crystal Charity Ball Circle … [Read more...] about 2019 Crystal Charity Ball’s Circle Of Angels Dinner Dazzled Guests At The Bests’ Estate
Dallas-Fort Worth Hospital Council Annual Luncheon Features Awards And A Discussion By Watergate Reporters
There seemed to be was almost a full house on Tuesday, October 8, when the Dallas-Fort Worth Hospital Council held its 71st Annual Awards Luncheon at the Irving Convention Center. And, there was good reason for the crowd to be so large. The Council was to present its big annual awards, after all, and the famous Watergate journalists Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein were … [Read more...] about Dallas-Fort Worth Hospital Council Annual Luncheon Features Awards And A Discussion By Watergate Reporters
Dale Petroskey Is Man Of The Hour At 17th Annual Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award Luncheon
Now in its 17th year, the Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award luncheon has raised more than $700,000 in scholarships for students at Texas Woman's University. The luncheon held on Wednesday, February 27, at the Belo Mansion bolstered that total, as nearly 300 people turned out to honor Dale Petroskey, this year's Leadership Award winner, and five scholarship award … [Read more...] about Dale Petroskey Is Man Of The Hour At 17th Annual Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award Luncheon