Genesis HeROs has set itself a lofty goal for its new Jamfest fundraiser — $250,000! Scheduled for Friday, October 13, at Irving's Texas Lottery Plaza at Toyota Music Factory, the event will "feature a fantastic lineup of musical performances." Heading the evening's program will be Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame fav Robert Earl Keen. According to Event Chair Kevin … [Read more...] about Spend Friday The 13th “Jamfesting” With Robert Earl Keen To Support Genesis’ HeROs
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The Family Place’s 2023 Partners Cards Are Officially On Sale Both Online And In-Person
The season of shopping is in the bag, so to speak. For budget-minded types... and who isn't?... The Family Place's 2023 Partners Card Co-Chairs Katy Brooks, Sharon Lee Clark and Kameron Westcott have kicked off the purchase of the "priceless" cards, both online and in-person. While this passport for spending sprees won't require your heading to DFW International, it will … [Read more...] about The Family Place’s 2023 Partners Cards Are Officially On Sale Both Online And In-Person
MySweetOpportunity: Dallas Women’s Auxiliary Of The Salvation Army Of North Texas
According to Dallas Women's Auxiliary Of The Salvation Army Of North Texas President Candace Winslow, “In 1991, the servant hearts and leadership of 29 women launched the Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary. Today, this group of more than 375 members serves the Army and its clients through a variety of service and fundraising opportunities. “The invitation to membership is … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: Dallas Women’s Auxiliary Of The Salvation Army Of North Texas
JUST IN: Mary Kay CEO Ryan Rogers To Receive Texas Trailblazer Award
This year’s 27th Annual Texas Trailblazer Awardee has just been revealed. The Family Place fundraiser’s Luncheon Co-Chairs Lindsay Jacaman and Holly Krug have announced a whole herd of honorees with Mary Kay Inc. CEO Ryan Rogers receiving the 2023 Texas Trailblazer Award. In addition to heading up the 60-year-old, Dallas-based skin care and cosmetics empire launched … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Mary Kay CEO Ryan Rogers To Receive Texas Trailblazer Award
JUST IN: A Solomon’s Choice Avoided With The Family Place’s Trailblazer Date Change
The Family Place has had a change of plans and many are breathing a great sigh of relief. In a previous announcement about the fall luncheon fundraiser, there was a collision on Friday, September 29, with the New Friends New Life’s 25th Silver Jubilee Annual Luncheon featuring Kerry Washington taking place at the Hyatt Regency Dallas at the very same time as The Family … [Read more...] about JUST IN: A Solomon’s Choice Avoided With The Family Place’s Trailblazer Date Change
The Family Place’s 10th Anniversary ReuNight Event Strikes Fundraising Oil For Survivors Of Domestic Violence
It wasn't the nonprofit's first venue choice, but the Dallas Petroleum Club atop Dallas' Hunt Consolidated headquarters building turned out to be a perfect setting for the 2023 ReuNight fundraiser for the The Family Place on Thursday, May 18. After all, the 10th anniversary event raised a gusher of cash for the group that empowers survivors of family violence — and what better … [Read more...] about The Family Place’s 10th Anniversary ReuNight Event Strikes Fundraising Oil For Survivors Of Domestic Violence
Award-Winning Actress Nicole Kidman Shared “Pearls” Of Wisdom At 30th Annual Genesis Luncheon
Alas, the pandemic... remember that?... Well, back before it broke loose Genesis Women's Shelter was over-the-top excited about having award-winning actress Nicole Kidman as the keynoter following her portrayal of abused wife Celeste in the "Big Little Lies" series. Then like all the world, COVID not only curtailed such in-person events, it resulted in a rise in domestic … [Read more...] about Award-Winning Actress Nicole Kidman Shared “Pearls” Of Wisdom At 30th Annual Genesis Luncheon
JUST IN: The Family Place’s Trailblazer Keynoter Was A “Pretty Baby” Who Might Have Been A “Pretty Woman”
Summertime is a great time to play trivia. Thanks to The Family Place’s 2023 Trailblazer Award Luncheon Co-Chairs Lindsay Jacaman and Holly Krug and Honorary Co-Chairs Stephanie and Travis Hollman, this year’s keynote speaker is ripe for a quiz. Before getting to the clues, here are the fundraiser's facts. It will be taking place on Friday, September 29, at the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: The Family Place’s Trailblazer Keynoter Was A “Pretty Baby” Who Might Have Been A “Pretty Woman”
JUST IN: Genesis Women’s Shelter’s 30th Annual Luncheon With Nicole Kidman Netted $600,000
Before taking off for summer travels, the Genesis Women's Shelter accountants were pounding out the results of last month's 30th Anniversary Luncheon at the Hilton Anatole. Thanks to a stellar crowd and keynoter Nicole Kidman, Luncheon Co-Chairs Monica and Brent Christopher and Genesis CEO Jan Langbein reported the event netted $600,000 to support Genesis' mission to … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Genesis Women’s Shelter’s 30th Annual Luncheon With Nicole Kidman Netted $600,000
JUST IN: The Family Place’s 2023 Partners Card Tri-Chairs, Honorary Chair And Dates Announced
While most folks are busy packing trunks for summer camp and tying down summer vacation plans, there are three gals who are planning on doing a heck of a lot of shopping in October. And they don’t plan to do it alone. The trio is Katy Brooks, Sharon Lee Clark and Kameron Westcott, who will be tri-chairing The Family Place’s 31st Partners Card shop-athon fundraiser from … [Read more...] about JUST IN: The Family Place’s 2023 Partners Card Tri-Chairs, Honorary Chair And Dates Announced
Family Compass Had “Freedom Writers” Erin Gruwell Inspire Area North Stars To Step Up
For the VIP-ers in the Dallas Country Club Founders' Room, it soon became apparent that they had found their very BBF in Erin Gruwell on Monday, April 24. The former teacher who was to be the keynote speaker was bubbly and walked away from the Family Compass' North Star Luncheon with a fan club. With the event's theme "Calling North Stars," the ballroom's foyer was filled … [Read more...] about Family Compass Had “Freedom Writers” Erin Gruwell Inspire Area North Stars To Step Up