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
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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
Rainbow Days 26th Annual Kids’ University Was A Week Of Dream Building For Area Youngsters
While some kids were boarding buses to head off to camps in faraway places, more than 150 kids from homeless and domestic violence shelters had a true getaway experience from Monday, June 27, to Friday, July 1, at Rainbow Days' 26th Annual Kids' University. Unlike other camps, this one provided the youngsters with everything from interactive classes to formal graduation … [Read more...] about Rainbow Days 26th Annual Kids’ University Was A Week Of Dream Building For Area Youngsters
JUST IN: Actress/Domestic Violence Survivor Christina Ricci To Keynote Texas Trailblazers Awards Luncheon
If someone is asked to describe actress Christina Ricci, they tend to describe a child dressed in black with long, dark braids and a scowl on her face. That’s because she was Wednesday Addams in the 1991 movie “The Addams Family” and the 1993 movie “The Addams Family Values.” Unlike other child actors, Christina has continued working in the film industry, transitioning … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Actress/Domestic Violence Survivor Christina Ricci To Keynote Texas Trailblazers Awards Luncheon
Under A Perfect Sky 2022 ReuNight Raised Funds With Bids And A Feast For The Family Place
With the sun shining and a gentle breeze in the air on the evening of Thursday, May 12, the Nasher Sculpture Garden was simply ideal for 2022 ReuNight guests to wear their prettiest silks and floral patterns to be wined and dined at tables that stretched the length of the tree-shaded garden. But it wasn't all sipping and supping. The purpose of the night was to raise funds for … [Read more...] about Under A Perfect Sky 2022 ReuNight Raised Funds With Bids And A Feast For The Family Place
JUST IN: Errika Flood-Moultrie And Renita Joyce Smith To Co-Chair Chick Lit Luncheon In September
After last year’s fall version of its Chick Lit Luncheon, the Community Partners of Dallas has opted to return to September for its 16th annual fundraiser. With Lara and Dr. Robert Tafel also returning as presenting sponsor, the 2022 Chick Lit Luncheon co-chairs for the mega luncheon at the Hilton Anatole on Friday, September 30, will be Errika Flood-Moultrie and Renita … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Errika Flood-Moultrie And Renita Joyce Smith To Co-Chair Chick Lit Luncheon In September
2022 North Star Luncheon Was A “Smart” Lesson On How To Write Your Own Narrative
Family Compass’ 2022 North Star Luncheon’s VIP reception sponsored by Mary Bowman Campbell got underway in the Dallas Country Club’s Founders Room at 10 a.m. on Monday, April 25. Everyone was able to have time talking to featured speaker Elizabeth Smart. Over the years the young girl, who had attracted national attention for being kidnapped from her bedroom and held captive for … [Read more...] about 2022 North Star Luncheon Was A “Smart” Lesson On How To Write Your Own Narrative
Genesis Luncheon’s Michael Bolton Branded Domestic Violence As A Human Rights Issue
As the crowd of Genesis Luncheon VIPs gathered just outside the Anatole's Wedgwood Room, the Chantilly Ballroom was in the final stages of setting up. But even after that last piece of silverware was in place, the staff stood in place. For on the stage was Michael Bolton singing “Beautiful World.” As his voice filled the room, the staff was mesmerized for their own private … [Read more...] about Genesis Luncheon’s Michael Bolton Branded Domestic Violence As A Human Rights Issue