North Texas has trudged through another battle week against coronavirus. But today there’s good news. About time! The North Texas nonprofits are looking to the future and scheduling activities to the fall. In addition to the ahead-of-the-times North Texas Cares program, the hardworking area nonprofits are looking to summer and fall regrouping and thriving. Here is today's … [Read more...] about March 27 Cancellations, Postponements, Reschedules and Virtual Activities
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Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center Announces Luncheon Cancellation and Other Adjustments
Dallas Children's Advocacy Center President/CEO Lynn Davis just sent word that the Appetite for Advocacy Luncheon on Friday, March 27, at the Dallas Sheraton Hotel has been cancelled. However he reported, "We look forward to sharing with you in the coming weeks some special features on our Appetite Award Recipients, Suellen Flores and the Junior League of Dallas." Lynn … [Read more...] about Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center Announces Luncheon Cancellation and Other Adjustments
Attitudes And Attire’s Luncheon Had Fashions And Flags Onstage And A Surprise Announcement
At noon on Friday, February 21, North Texans had two totally different fundraisers. At St. Philip’s School and Community Center’s Snyder Activity Center, the 20th Annual Destiny Award Luncheon was underway with Taraji P. Henson as guest speaker and Peter Brodsky receiving the 2020 Mona and David Munson Humanitarian Award. Over at the Dallas Trade Mart, Attitudes and Attire … [Read more...] about Attitudes And Attire’s Luncheon Had Fashions And Flags Onstage And A Surprise Announcement
Alpha Chi Couture Struts The “Runway To A Million” For Domestic Violence Awareness And Prevention
Despite today’s wintry weather, spring is in the air. Well, at least it’s on the runways throughout the area. In addition to today’s St. Valentine’s Day Fashion Show and Luncheon at the Meyerson, SMU’s Alpha Chi Omega chapter and its alumnae are getting ready for their 13th annual Alpha Chi Couture: Runway To A Million. According to Alpha Chi Couture Collegiate Co-Chair … [Read more...] about Alpha Chi Couture Struts The “Runway To A Million” For Domestic Violence Awareness And Prevention
The Family Place’s 14 New Board Members Announced
The Family Place CEO Paige Flink just sent word that the TFP board of directors has added 14 new members. They are: Sandra Aguirre of A Tiempo Service, Lisa Armstrong of IberiaBank, Steven Bauer of Maverick Capital, Melinda Bell of Ebby Halliday, Kristi Cummins serving on behalf of Young Partners of The Family Place, Beth Garvey of BG Staffing, Harold Ginsburg of Southern Asset … [Read more...] about The Family Place’s 14 New Board Members Announced
Genesis’s HeROs Celebrated Fourth Annual Evening With Gentle Men Surrounded By Historic Greats
While any opportunity to visit Kathy and Harlan Crow's library is reason to celebrate, Genesis Women's Shelter And Support's fourth annual Evening With Gentle Men on Tuesday, November 7, had additional perks. Not only did guests have Crow Library Curator Sam Fore providing tours with such highlights as a hand-penned letter by Thomas Jefferson written just a couple of weeks … [Read more...] about Genesis’s HeROs Celebrated Fourth Annual Evening With Gentle Men Surrounded By Historic Greats
With Likes Of Ann-Margret, Ed Sullivan And Raquel Welch, The Family Place Was A Starry ReuNight
The trees had scarcely had time to change from summer-colored crepe myrtles to fall's golds, browns and oranges before, lo and behold, winter was on the doorstep. Just before a frigid blast hit, though, The Family Place’s ReuNight was taking advantage of a beautiful evening at the Mansion on Turtle Creek’s Lawn on Wednesday, November 6. Family Place CEO Paige Flink reported … [Read more...] about With Likes Of Ann-Margret, Ed Sullivan And Raquel Welch, The Family Place Was A Starry ReuNight
MySweetWishList: Dallas CASA
According to Dallas CASA Board Chair-Elect Corey Anthony, “Dallas CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) wishes for more members of our community to volunteer to stand up and support abused and neglected children living in the protective care of the state. “Our ongoing, ardent wish for an end to child abuse has so far not been granted. And so we look to you and others … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Dallas CASA
MySweetWishList: Genesis Women’s Shelter And Support
According to Genesis Women’s Shelter And Support Alliance Board President Keana Meyer, “At Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support, our mission year-round is to provide safety, shelter and support for women who have experienced domestic violence. One way we do this is by providing our clients with gift cards. These empower our clients by allowing them to fill up their … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Genesis Women’s Shelter And Support
JUST IN: Award-Winning Nicole Kidman To Keynote 27th Annual Genesis Luncheon
Before everybody hits the road for the holiday, the Genesis Women’s Shelter crew decided to provide a a conversation piece for Thanksgiving dinners. The 27th Annual Genesis Luncheon Chair Leigh Anne Haugh just sent word that on Friday, May 8, Academy Award-winning Nicole Kidman will be the keynote speaker at the Hilton Anatole. Having started her career at the ripe … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Award-Winning Nicole Kidman To Keynote 27th Annual Genesis Luncheon
2019 ReuNight Co-Chairs Melinda Bell, Catherine Cox And Natalie Lorio Officially Launched The Annual Fundraiser At Korshak
North Texas nonprofits were up against all types of challenges on Thursday, October 10. There were after-school activities and traffic that moved as slow as a sloth. Adding to the mix was the season’s first norther that was escorted by threats of hail and 60 MPH wind. While most would have hunkered down, the fundraisers held forth. Over at Stanley Korshak, the second floor … [Read more...] about 2019 ReuNight Co-Chairs Melinda Bell, Catherine Cox And Natalie Lorio Officially Launched The Annual Fundraiser At Korshak