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
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MySweetWishList: The Family Place
According to The Family Place Chairman of the Board Harold H. Ginsburg, “This holiday season, the three shelters at The Family Place will be full of family violence survivors working hard to escape abuse and poverty. While in the care of the hardworking staff, everything clients need is provided—food, clothing, transportation, and unwavering support. “This is a … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: The Family Place
New Friends New Life’s Annual Luncheon Scored A Home Run Thanks To Julia Ormand’s Advocacy
For some Julia Ormand gained fame for her roles in the glamorous entertainment business via such films as "Sabrina," "Legends of the Fall" and "First Knight." But that way of thinking took a major turn when she appeared as the keynote speaker for New Friends New Life's Annual Luncheon on Friday, November 4. Her advocacy for tackling the ugly issue of human trafficking is not … [Read more...] about New Friends New Life’s Annual Luncheon Scored A Home Run Thanks To Julia Ormand’s Advocacy
The Weather And Volk Estate Setting Were Ideal For NFNL’s Patron Party And Guest Of Honor Julia Ormand
With blues skies and ideal temperatures, the New Friends New Life Annual Luncheon Platinum Reception took full advantage of the beautiful weather at Connie and Marc Siegel's Volk Estate contemporary homestead on Wednesday, November 2. Thanks to the open layout, guests easily went from check-in upon arrival at the circular driveway into the open, towering living room onto the … [Read more...] about The Weather And Volk Estate Setting Were Ideal For NFNL’s Patron Party And Guest Of Honor Julia Ormand
JUST IN: 2022 New Friends New Life ProtectHER Awardees Announced
New Friends New Life 2022 Luncheon Co-Chairs Kristi Sherrill Hoyl, Melissa Sherrill Martin and Katherine Wynne have just announced the 2022 ProtectHER Award recipients that will be honored at the fundraising luncheon at the Hyatt Regency Dallas on Friday, November 4. The honorees include Dr. Nissi Hamilton, Lynn McBee and Santander Consumer USA Foundation. In … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2022 New Friends New Life ProtectHER Awardees Announced
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
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
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
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
JUST IN: Advocate Elizabeth Smart To Keynote Family Compass’ North Star Luncheon
North Star Luncheon Co-Chairs Toni McReynolds and Erin Pope just announced to an invitation-only crowd at NorthPark’s Diptyque the people and organizations that will be part of the Family Compass fundraiser presented by North Dallas Bank and Trust with Sara Losinger serving as honorary chair. The featured speaker will be Elizabeth Smart, who made headlines in June 2002 … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Advocate Elizabeth Smart To Keynote Family Compass’ North Star Luncheon
JUST IN: Multi-Award Winning Singer/Songwriter Michael Bolton To Keynote 2022 Genesis Luncheon
Michael Bolton is known for many things — award-winning singer/songwriter/collaborator, actor, producer and tabloid fodder due to his relationship with "Desperate Housewives" star Nicolette Sheridan (he's her former fiancée). But what many aren't aware of is Bolton’s philanthropy. When Detroit was staggering from its dramatic economic downturn, he directed “American … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Multi-Award Winning Singer/Songwriter Michael Bolton To Keynote 2022 Genesis Luncheon