Before 2023 fundraising closes down, Family Compass has just revealed its plans for its 2024 North Star Luncheon. Taking place at a “local country club” on Monday, April 29, the event will be co-chaired by Dallas Junior Leaguers Neda Bahramnejad and Vanessa Fuquay. According to Family Compass CEO Ona Foster, “Neda and Vanessa are not only very involved in … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Neda Bahramnejad And Vanessa Fuquay To Co-Chair Family Compass’ 2024 North Star Luncheon
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MySweetToyList: The Family Place’s Adopt-A-Family
According to The Family Place Interim CEO/COO Tiffany McDaniel, "Please join The Family Place as we make spirits merry and brighter this holiday season for thousands of domestic violence survivors! The holidays can be especially challenging for those experiencing family violence. Our hotline calls increase, and our shelters fill to capacity with families looking for safety, … [Read more...] about MySweetToyList: The Family Place’s Adopt-A-Family
MySweetToyDrive: Dallas CASA
According to Dallas CASA Chief Program Officer Ben Wilkins, “The holidays can be a challenging time for children living in foster care. Dallas CASA’s volunteers know this and take extra time to visit every child and youth we serve. “Our volunteers are assigned to the cases of children who have experienced abuse or neglect and are living in the protective care of the … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: Dallas CASA
JUST IN: Philanthropist Annette Simmons Donates $1M For 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Beneficiaries
North Texas' Annette Simmons has had a very busy couple of weeks. On Thursday, November 16, she along with daughter Amy Simmons Crafton were the honorary co-chairs for the Doing The Most Good Luncheon for The Salvation Army of North Texas. Then there have been all types of get-togethers to celebrate her birthday (officially on Sunday, November 26). And now word has just … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Philanthropist Annette Simmons Donates $1M For 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Beneficiaries
MySweetToyDrive: Community Partners Of Dallas
According to Community Partners of Dallas President/CEO Joanna Clarke, "Tis the season for the Community Partners of Dallas Toy Drive, and we are asking the community to help bring holiday joy to the thousands of Dallas County’s abused and neglected children we serve again this year! “For many of our kids, it may be the first time they have ever received a present. For … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: Community Partners Of Dallas
MySweetToyList: KidneyTexas Inc.’s Kidney Kids Holiday Party
According to KidneyTexas Inc. President Nancy Greenbach, “KidneyTexas Inc., a nonprofit organization, was formed 24 years ago for the purpose of helping save lives of Texans with Kidney disease by raising funds to improve the methods of treatment, the search for a cure and prevention of kidney disease. We fundraise to help support the annual requested needs of the seven … [Read more...] about MySweetToyList: KidneyTexas Inc.’s Kidney Kids Holiday Party
MySweetWishList: Grant Halliburton Foundation
According to Grant Halliburton Foundation Board Chair Lucy Witte, “My wish for Grant Halliburton Foundation is to have the financial support from our community to help all North Texans who need mental health assistance. The Foundation’s mental health education programs are growing exponentially and have reached more than 325,000 youth and adults since 2006. To continue … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Grant Halliburton Foundation
MySweetToyDrive: Bryan’s House Annual Family Holiday Celebration
According to 2023 Bryan’s House Annual Family Holiday Celebration Co-Chair Regina Bruce, "Bryan’s House Toy Drive is now underway as part of an annual effort to create a festive celebration for children with special needs. For over 35 years, Bryan’s House has been serving children with medical or developmental needs and their families, and each year the organization … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: Bryan’s House Annual Family Holiday Celebration
MySweetWishList: 2023 Crystal Charity Ball
According to 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Chair Angie Kadesky, “Contribution Tickets are a very important part of the fund-raising efforts for this year’s Crystal Charity Ball have been an integral component of the $185 million raised in the last seventy-one years. “The Crystal Charity Committee is very fortunate to have very generous partners provide unique and valuable … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: 2023 Crystal Charity Ball
Keith Vinson Named To Succeed Retiring Junior Achievement Of Dallas President/CEO Jan Murfield
While the YMCA of Dallas' deal to sell the downtown facility fell through, things are still moving along for the Y. One of those "moves" is YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas Operations VP Keith Vinson moving over to Junior Achievement of Dallas, succeeding longtime JA President/CEO Jan Murfield. Overseeing 25 staff members, Keith will "manage the organization’s work readiness, … [Read more...] about Keith Vinson Named To Succeed Retiring Junior Achievement Of Dallas President/CEO Jan Murfield
MySweetToyDrive: Children’s Health’s Bring The Miracle
According to Children’s Medical Center Foundation President Brent Christopher, “The holiday season is a special time for all of us. But, there’s a unique magic to the holidays for children, as anyone who’s experienced their joy and delight can attest. “At Children’s Health, many patients and families will experience this holiday season from a hospital room. Nonetheless, … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: Children’s Health’s Bring The Miracle