The 81-year-old Dallas Cotillion Club's Gala "Havana Nights" on Saturday, April 26, at The Drey Hotel was a black-tie fundraiser benefiting Genesis Women's Shelter and Support. Originally reports exclaimed that the event had raised $31K to help women escaping abusive relationships. As the bean counters started slugging away at their abacuses, they discovered the raised … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Cotillion Club’s 81st Annual Gala May Have Raised $31K But It Netted $41K For Genesis
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New Friends New Life New Board Chair, Members And Supporting Board Chairs Revealed
North Texas' New Friends New Life has just rolled out its new board leadership and members. Succeeding NFNL Board Chair Jane A. Rose will be Dr. Cole Edmonson. In accepting the new role, Cole said, “I am honored and humbled to serve as the chair of the NFNL Board and to support the nonprofit’s incredible CEO Bianca Davis, as well as the phenomenal team in the impactful … [Read more...] about New Friends New Life New Board Chair, Members And Supporting Board Chairs Revealed
Eight Crystal Charity Ball Beneficiaries Received $7M+ Checks For Dallas County Children
One might say that Tuesday, March 4, was payday for eight Dallas County children's non-profits. Taking place in Highland Park Village's Mockingbird Room, The 2024 Crystal Charity Ball committee convened to present the beneficiaries of the year-long fundraising of $7M+. Underwritten by Truist, the check presentations were made by 2024 CCB Chair Cheryl Joyner, Underwriting … [Read more...] about Eight Crystal Charity Ball Beneficiaries Received $7M+ Checks For Dallas County Children
DHS 2024 History Maker Luncheon Celebrated Honorees Looking To The Future Inspired By The Past
With a chill in the air, North Texans were briskly heading to fundraising luncheons on Thursday, November 22, as the countdown for Thanksgiving got underway. While The Salvation Army Of North Texas held its “Doing The Most Good Luncheon” at the Hilton Anatole, the Dallas Historical Society’s (DHS) History Maker Luncheon saluted a wide variety of leaders and organizations at The … [Read more...] about DHS 2024 History Maker Luncheon Celebrated Honorees Looking To The Future Inspired By The Past
JUST IN: North Star Luncheon Speaker Erin Merryn Revealed At NorthPark’s Newly Expanded Diptyque
Back in November at the Business Council For The Arts’ Obelisk Awards Luncheon, BCA Founder Chair/NorthPark President Nancy Nasher was not holding back about the shopping center's latest developments. One of those “developments” was Diptyque, the legendary Parisian fragrance and skincare. One guest was surprised, saying, “Hasn’t it been in there for nearly a decade?” Yes! … [Read more...] about JUST IN: North Star Luncheon Speaker Erin Merryn Revealed At NorthPark’s Newly Expanded Diptyque
The McConaugheys Provided “Greenlights” For New Friends New Life Meeting Its Goals 9/20
As the overwhelming crowd of women and men filled the lanes leading to the Omni Dallas Hotel on Friday, September 8, they had their game plans in place. As part of the New Friends New Life fundraiser luncheon, their eyes were totally fixed on Academy Award-winner/Texas home boy Matthew McConaughey. Known for his chiseled good looks and Texas accent talk, he was probably the … [Read more...] about The McConaugheys Provided “Greenlights” For New Friends New Life Meeting Its Goals 9/20
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: The Usual Artspect
According to The Usual Artspects Founder and CEO Sara Rose Salih, “Imagine the unimaginable: a child, barely 12 years old, trapped in a cycle of exploitation and assault. This is Gabriela's reality. Picture an 8-year-old girl, abused and betrayed by the very person meant to protect her, only to face blame and disbelief from family when she finally musters the courage to … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: The Usual Artspect
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Traffick911
According to Traffick911’s Mission Engagement Coordinator Hannah Adeoye, “We’ve all seen them—the heart-pounding movies, the scary headlines, and the social media shares. It’s likely that the words ‘child sex trafficking’ conjure up images of kids trapped in a dusty room somewhere—somewhere, ‘over there,’ right? But child sex trafficking is not just an ‘over there’ issue. … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Traffick911
MySweetOpportunity: 2024 New Friends New Life’s Annual Luncheon
According To New Friends New Life Luncheon Honorary Co-Chair Robin Bagwell, "I was introduced to New Friends New Life by Gail Turner, one of the founding board members, when NFNL was in its infancy. When I first became involved, 'sex trafficking' wasn’t yet a familiar term. I always thought NFNL helped women who made poor choices, but once I learned more, I discovered that … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: 2024 New Friends New Life’s Annual Luncheon
JUST IN: Actress/Author/Advocate Olivia Munn To Keynote Celebrating Women’s Silver Anniversary Luncheon
One literally needs a show biz scorecard to keep up with 5'4" Olivia Munn. For some, she was the firecracker, fast-talking "Sloan Sabbith" on Aaron Sorkin's and HBO's "Newsroom." But her resume reveals far more within the entertainment industry ranging from her early days as a correspondent for The Daily Show with Jon Stewart in 2010 to more recently diverse roles ranging from … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Actress/Author/Advocate Olivia Munn To Keynote Celebrating Women’s Silver Anniversary Luncheon
JUST IN: New Friends New Life Luncheon To Feature A Chat With Camila And Matthew McConaughey
Anyone who has been on board for the 2024 Paris Olympics didn't need a passport or to budge from their North Texas comfort zone. All they did was embrace NBC and its Peacock cousin coverage. In addition to the Texas claims to silver and gold like Asher Hong, Simone Biles and other champs on the platform, the galleries have been filled with all types of well-known celebrities … [Read more...] about JUST IN: New Friends New Life Luncheon To Feature A Chat With Camila And Matthew McConaughey