It was just a year ago that the Dallas CASA crew was preparing for its 40th anniversary of providing advocates for children in the protective care of the state. There were all types of ideas being investigated on how to make it a memory-maker of a year with in-person activities. Then all those plans tumbled when COVID-19 arrived this spring. But Dallas CASA President/CEO … [Read more...] about Dallas CASA Magically Transforms Annual Champion Of Children Award Dinner Into 40th Anniversary Celebration
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September 25 Update: Going Virtual and Rescheduled
The changes of plans continue to keep the “datekeepers” busy adjusting and re-adjusting their calendars. The good news is that on today’s Update is not only are no cancellations, there are a couple organizations are looking to 2021 for in-person activities. The almost-as-good news is that some groups are adjusting to the new world of virtual eventing. If you haven’t tried … [Read more...] about September 25 Update: Going Virtual and Rescheduled
MySweetEssential: CASA Of Collin County
According to CASA Of Collin County Executive Director Tricia Clifton, Every child deserves a safe and loving home free from abuse and neglect. At CASA of Collin County, we promote and protect the best interests of children who have been removed from their homes due to abuse and neglect. By training volunteer advocates to improve the child’s quality of life and serve as … [Read more...] about MySweetEssential: CASA Of Collin County
JUST IN: Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center President/CEO Lynn Davis Announces His Retirement
Longtime Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center President/CEO Lynn Davis announced his retirement today from the organization that “improves the lives of abused children in Dallas County and provides national leadership on child abuse issues.” According to DCAC Board of Directors Chair Scott Breitkreutz, “Lynn’s priority has always been to ensure that every child who needs DCAC’s … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center President/CEO Lynn Davis Announces His Retirement
MySweetEssential: Dallas CASA
According to Dallas CASA President/CEO Kathleen LaValle, 2020 has brought profound challenges to all our lives. But even as the COVID-19 pandemic tightened its grip on our world, Dallas CASA’s advocacy on behalf of abused and neglected children did not take a break. It’s been people like Dallas CASA volunteer Janet who have shown the essential nature of our work. … [Read more...] about MySweetEssential: Dallas CASA
Last Call: Dallas CASA’s 25th Anniversary Parade Of Playhouses
Don’t you know a kiddo who is tired of sheltering-in-place? How about providing them with a whole new home to get away to? That can happen if you can spare $5. Dallas CASA’s 25th Annual Parade of Playhouse that is marching in place at NorthPark Center and online is providing just the opportunity for you. And one person who buys $500 worth of tickets will win … [Read more...] about Last Call: Dallas CASA’s 25th Anniversary Parade Of Playhouses
JUST IN: A Sneak Peak Of Dallas CASA’s 25th Annual Parade of Playhouses At NorthPark
Things are looking up. In addition to the outdoor temperatures rising, Dallas CASA’s 25th Annual Parade of Playhouses is officially marching in place starting Friday in air conditioning. In a break from the usual display of all the mini-mansions at NorthPark Center, this year three have hunkered down at the enclosed mall from the Macy’s Court to the NorthCourt. Seven others are … [Read more...] about JUST IN: A Sneak Peak Of Dallas CASA’s 25th Annual Parade of Playhouses At NorthPark
JUST IN: 25th Annual Parade Of Playhouses Will March On At NorthPark With Tickets Available Only Online
For the past 25 years, Dallas CASA's Parade of Playhouses has marched in place to raise funds for Dallas CASA and to find backyards for the mini-mansions. And this year won’t be different. Well, it will be a little different. The collection of ten playhouses will still be on display at NorthPark for 17 days from Friday, July 10 thru Sunday, July 26. They’ll also be viewable … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 25th Annual Parade Of Playhouses Will March On At NorthPark With Tickets Available Only Online
UPDATE: North Texas Giving Tuesday Now Has Just Six More Hours To Help Area Nonprofits
The final push is on for today's North Texas Giving Tuesday Now with just six hours to go. Yipes! Having raised $13.5M for area nonprofits, this first ever and very needed 18-hour marathon is for organizations that have been victims of the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as those on the frontline battling the virus. The North Texas Food Bank that has been put to the test in the … [Read more...] about UPDATE: North Texas Giving Tuesday Now Has Just Six More Hours To Help Area Nonprofits
UPDATE: North Texas Giving Tuesday Now Rolls Closer to Eight-Figure Mark
Less than six hours into the fundraising push for North Texas Giving Tuesday Now, the tally board is flying faster than tomorrow's Blue Angels over North Texas skies. If all goes to plan, they should be breaking the $10M point and headed higher totals. At 11:30 a.m., North Texas Food Bank is continuing to top the leader board and even broke that $1M mark with 3,166 … [Read more...] about UPDATE: North Texas Giving Tuesday Now Rolls Closer to Eight-Figure Mark
Celebrate Cinco De Mayo By Toasting North Texas Giving Tuesday Now With A Donation Of Time And/Or Money
In addition to today being Cinco De Mayo, it’s also the long awaited North Texas Giving Tuesday Now. Since the gates officially opened at 6 a.m., more than $5.75M has been donated for more than 3,000 nonprofits. Some nonprofits even have matching fund challenges! Topping the leader board is North Texas Food Bank with a whopping $895,369 thanks to 2,366 gifts. As a … [Read more...] about Celebrate Cinco De Mayo By Toasting North Texas Giving Tuesday Now With A Donation Of Time And/Or Money