One North Texas philanthropy vet described the black-tie crowd entering Brook Hollow Golf Club on Saturday, April 29, this way: “This is the honey pot!” The Sweetheart Ball actually was sweet, and rightly so, since the fundraiser's purpose was something everyone has a vested interest in: cardiology research and treatment at UT Southwestern Medical … [Read more...] about The Sweetheart Ball’s Elegant Garden Party Flourished With Florals, Fashions And Philanthropists
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MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 Sweetheart Ball
For decades The Sweetheart Ball has raised funds for North Texas researchers in their efforts to battle heart disease. On Saturday, April 29, 280 guests in black tie and gowns celebrated 2023 Chair Amy Prestidge's fundraising leadership with the ball at Brook Hollow Golf Club. Instead of a battlefield, the Club was transformed into an exquisite garden setting from … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 Sweetheart Ball
“Get Shift Done” Got It Done Thanks To A Couple Of Innovative Entrepreneurs And A Lot Of Smart Calls
Ross Perot Jr. was late getting to North Texas Food Bank (NTFB)’s Jan’s Garden late yesterday afternoon. He admitted that he’d “never really liked traffic ‘til currently, but now I see traffic and think ‘Wow, we’re getting back to normal.’” The occasion that drew Ross and other philanthropists and non-profits to the Plano site was the first anniversary of entrepreneurs … [Read more...] about “Get Shift Done” Got It Done Thanks To A Couple Of Innovative Entrepreneurs And A Lot Of Smart Calls
JUST IN: North Texans, Mask Up And Keep Your Distance
On the eve of the 2020 Fourth of July weekend celebration, Gov. Greg Abbott just announced that masks will be required statewide starting Friday at noon and has given local officials the power to limit the size of outdoor gathering to no more than 10 people. Expect North Texas officials to take him up on the offer. Why? Following today’s report that Dallas County alone … [Read more...] about JUST IN: North Texans, Mask Up And Keep Your Distance
Country Music And A Pioneering Dallas Fundraiser Were All The Talk At The Stodghills’ Place
Not only did Ken Burns' landmark, eight-night TV documentary called "Country Music" boost music sales and streaming for the artists featured in the show, it generated rave reviews among an SRO crowd on Thursday, September 19, at Anne and Steve Stodghill’s estate in Preston Hollow. While North Texas Giving Day was in its final hours of topping past goals, Pat Green was holding … [Read more...] about Country Music And A Pioneering Dallas Fundraiser Were All The Talk At The Stodghills’ Place
JUST IN: Texas First Lady Cecilia Abbott To Be Les Femmes Du Monde’s 2019 Woman Of The Year
Les Femmes Du Monde President Martha Cox just revealed plans for the 2019 Woman of the Year. Taking place at KPMG Plaza at Hall Arts' second floor, it was revealed that Ann Sutherland would be chairing the fundraiser. As for this year's honoree will be Texas' First Lady Cecilia Abbott, who has made quite a name for herself even before her husband Gov. Greg Abbott … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Texas First Lady Cecilia Abbott To Be Les Femmes Du Monde’s 2019 Woman Of The Year
Thanks To Support From Governor’s Office And Good Pitch Local, Dallas CASA Ramps Up Its Helping Young Victims Of Sex Trafficking
Don’t you just know the Dallas CASA team is doing double high-fives. Thanks to two recent developments, Dallas CASA will be better able to assist young victims of sex trafficking. First, Gov. Greg Abbott’s office provided a $61,000 grant “to create a pilot training program that will educate Dallas CASA volunteers on advocating for victims of human sec trafficking, a growing … [Read more...] about Thanks To Support From Governor’s Office And Good Pitch Local, Dallas CASA Ramps Up Its Helping Young Victims Of Sex Trafficking
Dallas CASA Has New Board Leadership And Members, As Well As Hosting Bronze Eagle Award Presentation To Texas Gov. Greg Abbott
Dallas CASA has been busy. This past Thursday afternoon at Dallas CASA, Gov. Greg Abbott was presented the Bronze Eagle Award for his work combating human trafficking at the North Texas Coalition Again Human Trafficking’s National Human Trafficking Awareness Event. And then to add its news making, its board of directors has a new chairman and five new members. Taking over … [Read more...] about Dallas CASA Has New Board Leadership And Members, As Well As Hosting Bronze Eagle Award Presentation To Texas Gov. Greg Abbott
Family, Friends And Officials Celebrate The Harold C. Simmons Memorial Highway Designation With Memories And Champagne Toasts
There was a chill in the air and the forecast of light snow in the days ahead. But neither that nor Annette Simmons' in-recovery cough was going to prevent a special announcement from being made regarding Annette's late husband, Harold C. Simmons, on Friday, January 12. Even state politicos like Sen. Don Huffines and State Rep. Morgan Meyer with their staffs had arranged … [Read more...] about Family, Friends And Officials Celebrate The Harold C. Simmons Memorial Highway Designation With Memories And Champagne Toasts
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Harold C. Simmons Memorial Highway Designation Reception
In these parts the importance of events can't be judged by the number of guests. Such was the case on the afternoon of Friday, January 12, at Annette Simmons' and Jerry Fronterhouse's estate. The crowd was made up of less than 25, but what a heady group it was — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, State Sen. Don Huffines, State Rep. Morgan Meyer, Texas Tech University System Chancellor … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Harold C. Simmons Memorial Highway Designation Reception