Forget all the hoo-ha of the weekend's Super Bowl. The rollout of the 2025 Children's Cancer Fund Gala's models just took place this afternoon at NorthPark's North Court. On hand for the fundraiser's announcement celebration were Honorary Co-Chairs Troy Aikman and Dak Prescott, CCF CEO Jennifer Arthur and 2025 CCF Ball Co-Chairs Lori Jones and Meredith Land. With a crowd … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2025 Children’s Cancer Fund Gala Models, Co-Chairs, Details And A Birth-To-Be Announcement Revealed
Childhood
Victor Rivas Rivers’ Story Of Overcoming Childhood Abuse To Highlight Pot Of Gold Luncheon
Victor Rivas Rivers' success in sports and films (e.g., "Magic Mike," "The Distinguished Gentleman," "The Mask Of Zorro") was a journey that overcame a daunting challenge of domestic violence. After arriving in the U.S. from his native land of Cuba at the age of 2, he "endured horrific child abuse and witnessed domestic violence on the level of torture at the hands of his … [Read more...] about Victor Rivas Rivers’ Story Of Overcoming Childhood Abuse To Highlight Pot Of Gold Luncheon
JUST IN: 2025 Room To Grow Will Fashionably Fundraise With NM Execs And Awards In Garden Setting
One of the most guaranteed to be a spring-like outdoor event is Dec My Room's North Texas Chapter's Room To Grow Luncheon. Returning once again to NorthPark's marvelous Neiman Marcus Garden, this year's fundraiser is being co-chaired by Ashley O'Malley and Heather Winn on Wednesday, April 2. This year's luncheon and showcase of spring fashions will have NM Luxury … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2025 Room To Grow Will Fashionably Fundraise With NM Execs And Awards In Garden Setting
Camp Fire First Texas’ Board Leadership And New Members Announced
Another board has added new directors and leadership. This time it's Camp Fire First Texas. Heading up the board will be Chair Lisa Mares, Vice Chair Of Administration Jay Jackson, Vice Chair Of Financial Development Clay Hooper, Vice Chair Of Planning Michelle Crim, Treasurer Jason M. McMillan, Secretary Will Jung and members-at-large Josh Cottle, Laurie Garner, Simeon … [Read more...] about Camp Fire First Texas’ Board Leadership And New Members Announced
Mommies In Need’s “Annie’s Place” Closure Surprised Some, But Not Others
Natalie Boyle knew all too well about the challenges of having young children while dealing with health issues. As she recalled in 2018, “I was a stay-at-home mom to twin toddlers when I went through a series of health problems including five major surgeries and a cancer diagnosis. As I recovered, a friend was diagnosed with colon cancer and didn’t have help with her kids. I … [Read more...] about Mommies In Need’s “Annie’s Place” Closure Surprised Some, But Not Others
JUST IN: North Star Luncheon Speaker Erin Merryn Revealed At NorthPark’s Newly Expanded Diptyque
Back in November at the Business Council For The Arts’ Obelisk Awards Luncheon, BCA Founder Chair/NorthPark President Nancy Nasher was not holding back about the shopping center's latest developments. One of those “developments” was Diptyque, the legendary Parisian fragrance and skincare. One guest was surprised, saying, “Hasn’t it been in there for nearly a decade?” Yes! … [Read more...] about JUST IN: North Star Luncheon Speaker Erin Merryn Revealed At NorthPark’s Newly Expanded Diptyque
JUST IN: Former MLB Player Drew Robinson To Share His Story With Eric Nadel At Beacon Of Hope Luncheon
Grant Halliburton Foundation has bravely brought to light the reality of young people dealing with devastating decisions. Still the Foundation has soldiered on to support the youngsters and their families and friends working through the issues. To shine a light on how even sports greats have not just dealt with mental health challenges, but have risen above them to help … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Former MLB Player Drew Robinson To Share His Story With Eric Nadel At Beacon Of Hope Luncheon
JUST IN: Dallas CASA CEO Kathleen LaValle To Receive NCJW Dallas’ Pioneering Partner Award
Back in 1979, University of Notre Dame graduate Kathleen McElroy was in her first year at SMU Dedman School of Law. During that same year the National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) Dallas received a grant to fund a pilot program, Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), that Seattle Judge David W. Soukup had started in 1976 for trained volunteers to advocate for children who … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dallas CASA CEO Kathleen LaValle To Receive NCJW Dallas’ Pioneering Partner Award
ChildCareGroup Will Have “Connections” Galore For Its Great Adventure Hunt At Union Station
With college bowl games and the 2025 Super Bowl putting a competitive feel in the air, one of the area’s most challenging and fun fundraisers will be taking place on the evening of Friday, January 24, at Union Station. It's the 15th annual Great Adventure Hunt being co-chaired by those money-raising gals Calvert Collins-Bratton and Lynn McBee. Benefiting … [Read more...] about ChildCareGroup Will Have “Connections” Galore For Its Great Adventure Hunt At Union Station
MySweetWishList: Community Partners Of Dallas
According to Community Partners of Dallas President/CEO Joanna Clarke, “As we approach year end, I am carrying our children in my heart. With 59% of our families living on a household income of less than $14,000 per year, they are struggling daily. There is so much need, and so many children that need our help. “When 6-year-old Felix’s neighbor heard crying outside at … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Community Partners Of Dallas
MySweetWishList: Dallas Children’s Theater Gala
According to 2025 Dallas Children’s Theater Gala Co-Chairs Carol and Kevin March, “This holiday season, it’s our wish that the community join us March 21, 2025, at the iconic Longhorn Ballroom in their ‘cowboy cocktail attire’ for Dallas Children’s Theater’s (DCT’s) Annual Gala. “As chairs this year, we’re thrilled to bring together our community in support of a … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Dallas Children’s Theater Gala