Dallas CASA's Young Professionals once again partied to the hilt with black tie looks, games, signature drinks and dancing the night away on Friday, February 7, at The Hall on Dragon. The only thing missing from the annual CASAblanca evening was Co-Chair Hannah Harpole, due to being under the weather. But never fear. Her Co-Chairs Brooke Farrelly, Vivian Satterfield and Seth … [Read more...] about Dallas CASA’s CASAblanca Raised The Roof And Funds For Dallas CASA Despite An MIA Co-Chair
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Dallas CASA’s 30th Parade Of Playhouses Plans Revealed With Five Men Hammering Again At NorthPark
Just in time to start the rhythm of marching at NorthPark Center, Jonathan Borofsky's "Five Hammering Men" have recently returned. After undergoing "a period of rest for conservation to ensure the longevity of the piece," they have returned to their "original location in SouthCourt on Level One between Neiman Marcus and Dillard." And their return is perfectly planned in … [Read more...] about Dallas CASA’s 30th Parade Of Playhouses Plans Revealed With Five Men Hammering Again At NorthPark
Dallas CASA’s 2025 Cherish The Children Luncheon To Honor Regina Montoya And Paul Coggins
After the wheels have stopped spinning for the Dallas CASA Young Professionals' CASAblanca, word has arrived that North Texas community leaders Regina Montoya and Paul Coggins will be honored with the Caroline Rose Hunt Cherish The Children Award. Taking place at a luncheon on Friday, April 11, the Cherish The Children fundraiser will be held at the Arts District Mansion and … [Read more...] about Dallas CASA’s 2025 Cherish The Children Luncheon To Honor Regina Montoya And Paul Coggins
JUST IN: 2025 Crystal Charity Ball To Raise $7,459,305 For Seven Dallas County Children’s Non-Profits
After months of vetting Dallas County children's non-profits, The Crystal Charity Ball's committee of 100 has just selected its 2025 beneficiaries. After a full day of presentations by finalists at Communities Foundation of Texas, 2025 Ball Chair Mary Martha Pickens, Underwriting Chair Kim Quinn and Selection Chair Laura Downing have revealed following seven … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2025 Crystal Charity Ball To Raise $7,459,305 For Seven Dallas County Children’s Non-Profits
Victor Rivas Rivers’ Story Of Overcoming Childhood Abuse To Highlight Pot Of Gold Luncheon
Victor Rivas Rivers' success in sports and films (e.g., "Magic Mike," "The Distinguished Gentleman," "The Mask Of Zorro") was a journey that overcame a daunting challenge of domestic violence. After arriving in the U.S. from his native land of Cuba at the age of 2, he "endured horrific child abuse and witnessed domestic violence on the level of torture at the hands of his … [Read more...] about Victor Rivas Rivers’ Story Of Overcoming Childhood Abuse To Highlight Pot Of Gold Luncheon
JUST IN: Former MLB Player Drew Robinson To Share His Story With Eric Nadel At Beacon Of Hope Luncheon
Grant Halliburton Foundation has bravely brought to light the reality of young people dealing with devastating decisions. Still the Foundation has soldiered on to support the youngsters and their families and friends working through the issues. To shine a light on how even sports greats have not just dealt with mental health challenges, but have risen above them to help … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Former MLB Player Drew Robinson To Share His Story With Eric Nadel At Beacon Of Hope Luncheon
JUST IN: Dallas CASA CEO Kathleen LaValle To Receive NCJW Dallas’ Pioneering Partner Award
Back in 1979, University of Notre Dame graduate Kathleen McElroy was in her first year at SMU Dedman School of Law. During that same year the National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) Dallas received a grant to fund a pilot program, Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), that Seattle Judge David W. Soukup had started in 1976 for trained volunteers to advocate for children who … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dallas CASA CEO Kathleen LaValle To Receive NCJW Dallas’ Pioneering Partner Award
MySweetWishList: Ability Connection
According to Ability Connection Board Member and advocate Debbie Francis, “Ability Connection proves daily that there are truly angels among us! Along with essential care, they bring dignity and joy to children and adults with lifelong mental and physical disabilities. Our family is forever grateful to them. Let me tell you why my wish is that you join us in supporting this … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Ability Connection
MySweetWishList: Dallas CASA
According to Dallas CASA volunteer Tim Ringa, “My wish for the holiday season is that all children living in the protective care of the state could know the transformative power of having a Dallas CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) volunteer. “Children come into protective care after experiencing abuse or neglect. They are placed in foster care while judges and … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Dallas CASA
Champion Of Children Award Patron Party Reflected On The Importance Of Mavs Support
For the 2024 Dallas CASA Champion Of Children Award Dinner, the patron party held on Thursday, October 10, at Janice and Richard Davis' home focused on gratitude for the support of this year's award recipient, the Dallas Mavericks. On hand for the occasion were Dallas CASA board members Corey Anthony, Rob Calderin, Jamal Carty, Retta A. Miller, Juan Navarez, Gina Porter, Kristy … [Read more...] about Champion Of Children Award Patron Party Reflected On The Importance Of Mavs Support
21 Area Non-Profits Share $100,000 Provided By Park Place Dealerships’ “Season Of Giving”
Park Place Dealerships’ Park Place Cares' Annual Season Of Giving program is kicking off the holidays with $100,000 for its 2024 North Texas non-profit recipients. With more than 700 charities applying for the grants, the selection is based on the recipients aligning with Park Place’s Four Pillars of Giving: Education, Medical Research, Advocacy and/or Arts. According to … [Read more...] about 21 Area Non-Profits Share $100,000 Provided By Park Place Dealerships’ “Season Of Giving”