The 5th Annual North Star Luncheon presented by ExxonMobil is still more than two months away benefiting Family Compass and there are just three tables left. Taking place at the Dallas Country Club on Monday, April 24, the featured speaker is Erin Gruwell, who rose to national attention when she and her 150 high school students known as the Freedom Writers — who came from … [Read more...] about Grovel Alert: Family Compass’ 5th Annual North Star Luncheon
Domestic violence
JUST IN: ReuNight 10th Anniversary To Take Place At Soon-To-Open JW Marriott Dallas Arts District
The JW Marriott Dallas Arts District Hotel is just on the verge of opening and it’s already landed its first North Texas fundraiser — The Family Place’s ReuNight 10th Anniversary. Co-chairing the evening of dining and bidding are Brooke Hortenstine, Margaret Stafford and Piper Wyatt, all of whom know how to put the “fun” into fundraising. According to JW … [Read more...] about JUST IN: ReuNight 10th Anniversary To Take Place At Soon-To-Open JW Marriott Dallas Arts District
The Family Place Board Of Directors Adds 14 New Members
The Family Place Board of Directors Chair Harold Ginsburg has just has added 14 new members to the board that includes the following: Ashley Arnold, Jim Buddrus, Pat Faubion, Nakita Johnson, Reginald Johnson, Elisabeth Karpidas, Elaine Kartalis, Sarah Marks, Mary McGreevy Jennings, Theresa Parkinson, Cristal Retana-Lule, Anthony Suggs, Kelly Vickers and Leah … [Read more...] about The Family Place Board Of Directors Adds 14 New Members
JUST IN: 2023 NorthPark Ambassadors Fundraising For 12 North Texas Non-Profits Announced
No sooner had Santa climbed aboard his sleigh and taken off from NorthPark Center than the 2023 NorthPark Ambassadors assumed their roles for fundraising for 12 area non-profits. With beneficiaries ranging from the arts and healthcare to domestic violence and community services, the class of 2023 Ambassadors and non-profits include the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2023 NorthPark Ambassadors Fundraising For 12 North Texas Non-Profits Announced
JUST IN: Award-Winning Actress Nicole Kidman Will Be In-Person For 30th Annual Genesis Luncheon
When it comes to determination, Genesis Women’s Shelter may lead the list in delivering their fundraising efforts. The most recent example is Academy Award-winning Nicole Kidman. It was about three years ago that the non-profit announced plans to have the actress be their keynote speaker for the 27th Annual Genesis Luncheon chaired by Leigh Anne Haugh. Nicole was ideal … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Award-Winning Actress Nicole Kidman Will Be In-Person For 30th Annual Genesis Luncheon
MySweetWishList: The Family Place
According to The Family Place Chairman of the Board Harold H. Ginsburg, “This holiday season, the three shelters at The Family Place will be full of family violence survivors working hard to escape abuse and poverty. While in the care of the hardworking staff, everything clients need is provided—food, clothing, transportation, and unwavering support. “This is a … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: The Family Place
2022 Partners Card Kicked Off Its 30th Anniversary For The Family Place With Fashions And Food
2022 Partners Card Co-Chairs Andrea Cheek, Wynne McNabb Cunningham, Hannah Fagadau, Lisa Hewitt and Honorary Chair Paula Davis kicked off the 30th anniversary of The Family Place fundraiser with a luncheon at NorthPark's Eataly on Friday, October 28. To inspire guests to get in the 10-day spending mood, they arranged to have NorthPark Luxury Ambassador Kimberly Schlegel Whitman … [Read more...] about 2022 Partners Card Kicked Off Its 30th Anniversary For The Family Place With Fashions And Food
North Texans Are Armed To Capture Some Bargains With Their Trusty Partners Card Until Sunday
It's hunting season and the smart hunters have their sights set on trophies. No guns or weapons are used in this search for prized treasures. A simple card is all that North Texas shoppers are putting to use to bag bargains during The Family Place's 30th Annual Partners Card spendathon. And it's not too late to snap up a card to flash at your favorite 700 retailers … [Read more...] about North Texans Are Armed To Capture Some Bargains With Their Trusty Partners Card Until Sunday
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Genesis Women’s Shelter And Support
According to Genesis Women’s Shelter And Support Senior Director of Development Amy Norton, “We cannot break the generational cycle of violence without first meeting the physical and emotional needs of each and every child who arrives to Genesis. “At Genesis Women’s Shelter And Support, we know that abuse is not just physical. It is financial, spiritual, emotional and … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Genesis Women’s Shelter And Support
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Family Compass
According to Family Compass Marketing and Outreach Coordinator Kyla Lynch, “Family Compass is the largest agency in North Texas solely dedicated to the prevention of child abuse and neglect. We aim to build healthy families and a strong North Texas community through this critical work. Our vision is a world where all children are safe in their homes and communities … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Family Compass
Dallas CASA’s Champion Of Children Is Returning To The Rustic With The Cory Morrow Band
Last year Dallas CASA, like so many other North Texas non-profits, pivoted one of its major fundraising events. Instead of holding its Champion of Children’s event as a dinner with a speaker in a grand ballroom, they shifted gears or, as they put it, they “reimagined,” to a more casual gathering at The Rustic with dinner and Bob Schneider performing on stage. They discovered … [Read more...] about Dallas CASA’s Champion Of Children Is Returning To The Rustic With The Cory Morrow Band