According to Family Compass Communications Manager Kyla Lynch, “Family Compass is the largest agency in North Texas solely dedicated to the prevention of child abuse and neglect. Our vision is a world where all children are safe in their homes and communities. Over 57,000 children and parents have benefitted from Family Compass’ free and voluntary services, offered … [Read more...] about 2023 North Texas Giving Day Boosters: Family Compass
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Business Council For The Arts And 2024 Crystal Charity Ball Start September With Applications/ Nominations
What a great way to kick off September! Two groups have just launched online applications/nominations. They're great opportunities to salute the heroes/heroines in North Texas and to open up a chance to receive grants to help Dallas County kiddos. First, 2023 Obelisk Awards Co-Chairs Rachael and Evan Singer have opened the online nominations for the 2023 Business Council for … [Read more...] about Business Council For The Arts And 2024 Crystal Charity Ball Start September With Applications/ Nominations
2023 Change Is Good Is Going To Be A Treat For Little Tricksters Collecting Coins Instead Of Candy
Since the main topic of the day has been the summer heat of 2023, it might help to start thinking about cooler topics. For instance? How about Halloween? That’s exactly what’s been on the minds of the 17th Annual Change is Good Co-Chair Families Jenny and Patrick Babb with their kids Caroline, Connor and Kenneth and Lexi and Chris Jewell with their youngsters Callahan and … [Read more...] about 2023 Change Is Good Is Going To Be A Treat For Little Tricksters Collecting Coins Instead Of Candy
“Lead For Tomorrow” Endowment Campaign Kicks Off With Belles, Drums And $17M For Its $40M Goal
Tuesday afternoon the Highland Park Education Foundation held a pep rally at a local country club, complete with a lineup of HP Pipe and Drum Corps on the steps in the driveway and cheerleaders and Belles in the lobby. It was so loud that sign language was almost necessary. But all the fanfare was right in tune for the afternoon’s program about the official launch of the … [Read more...] about “Lead For Tomorrow” Endowment Campaign Kicks Off With Belles, Drums And $17M For Its $40M Goal
MySweetOpportunity: Wipe Out Kids’ Cancer
According to Wipe Out Kids’ Cancer CEO Kris Cumnock, “The best part of my job is hearing a parent say how much Wipe Out Kids’ Cancer has helped their family – and particularly their child with cancer. Since 1980, WOKC has offered comfort and hope to kids with cancer through support programs serving the entire family and funds innovative research leading to new … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: Wipe Out Kids’ Cancer
2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Dallas CASA
According to Dallas CASA President and CEO Kathleen M. LaValle, “Recently, our advocate Karla H. received a phone call from Jasmine, a teen Karla had previously served. Jasmine had aged out of care, but she was being trafficked in Austin and didn’t know who else to call. She was frightened and alone in an unfamiliar city with no transportation. “Jasmine’s case file shows … [Read more...] about 2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Dallas CASA
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
MySweetOpportunity: 2023 Crystal Charity Ball
According to 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Chair Angie Kadesky, “Since 1952, Crystal Charity has been a driving force for positive change in the lives of children in Dallas County. The organization’s mission has remained unchanged for 71 years and that is to be a beacon of hope to underserved children in our community by funding projects in a variety of areas, including … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: 2023 Crystal Charity Ball
Callier’s Summer Listening Campers’ Laughter Was Music To The Cochlear-Implanted Ears
While grownups rightly kvetched about the sweltering three-digit temperatures, there was a gathering of youngsters on Thursday, July 27, at Cross Creek Ranch. These cuties were absolutely blissful of the summer heat as they played games and made masks and works of art at the Callier Center for Communication Disorders' week-long Summer Listening Camp. True, they had all their … [Read more...] about Callier’s Summer Listening Campers’ Laughter Was Music To The Cochlear-Implanted Ears
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
2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: The AUsome Allen Foundation
According to The AUsome Allen Foundation Co-Founder Erica Howell, “The AUsome Allen Foundation hosts various events to support individuals with special needs and abilities. Our foundation gives special needs individuals a chance to be a part of a team bigger than their diagnosis, empowering them to be stronger than their challenges. We want them to know they’re not alone and … [Read more...] about 2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: The AUsome Allen Foundation