With North Texas thawing out, the good news keeps rolling in. This time it’s from Dallas CASA. Despite the state of the past year’s COVID-19 slam with all its social distancing, masks and virtual relationships, Dallas CASA “recruited the highest number of volunteers to advocate for children in foster care in our 40-year history.” The number of new volunteers was a … [Read more...] about Dallas CASA Breaks Past Records With The Highest Of Number Of New Volunteers In 2020
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JUST IN: Liz “Homeless To Harvard” Murray Scheduled For Family Compass’ North Star Virtual Luncheon
"Breaking Night: A Memoir of Forgiveness, Survival, and My Journey from Homeless to Harvard" author Liz Murray never fails to impress audiences with the story of her life journey. Each time it’s as if it is the first time that she’s sharing it with just a close friend. And over the years there have been updates on where her journey has taken her since her childhood nightmare of … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Liz “Homeless To Harvard” Murray Scheduled For Family Compass’ North Star Virtual Luncheon
JUST IN: 2021 Crystal Charity Ball’s Goal of $5,391,091 Announced To Benefit Eight Dallas Children’s Nonprofits
After going through the grueling vetting process of the Crystal Charity Ball, any beneficiary will admit that an IRS audit would be a welcome relief. Thursday, after weeks of interviewing, presentations, checking and still more checking of the submissions by countless worthy organizations, the decision was made at a general meeting of the CCB membership about which Dallas … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2021 Crystal Charity Ball’s Goal of $5,391,091 Announced To Benefit Eight Dallas Children’s Nonprofits
Superhero 5K Will Be A Week-Long Breeze March 1-7 To Support Dallas CASA
For some folks 3.1 miles is a literal walk-in-the-park; for others it’s quite a stretch. That’s why Dallas CASA Young Professionals have created a personalized walk/jog/run for the first Virtual Superhero 5K. From Sunday, March 1, to Sunday, March 7, folks can “set their own pace” accomplish their 3.1-mile (aka 5K) goal. Pre-registration will not only get you a Superhero 5K … [Read more...] about Superhero 5K Will Be A Week-Long Breeze March 1-7 To Support Dallas CASA
MySweetWishList: Dallas CASA
According to Dallas CASA President/CEO Kathleen M. LaValle, “One of my favorite Christmas television specials is 'How The Grinch Stole Christmas'. If you’re like me, you’ve seen it enough times to be able to recite along: “’And what happened, then? Well, in Whoville they say – that the Grinch’s small heart grew three sizes that day… the Grinch found the strength … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Dallas CASA
JUST IN: Credit Union Of Texas’ $1.5M Gift Completes Children’s Advocacy Center Of Collin County’s $10M Capital Campaign
After the year that’s been, it’s time for the good news to come rolling in. This time it’s landed at the Children’s Advocacy Center Of Collin County (CACCC). Credit Union Of Texas (CUTX) has just provided a $1.5M donation to complete CACCC's $10M capital campaign for the “construction of an additional 44,000-square-foot center facility in McKinney that will specifically focus … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Credit Union Of Texas’ $1.5M Gift Completes Children’s Advocacy Center Of Collin County’s $10M Capital Campaign
JUST IN: Irish Burch Returns To Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center As Successor to President/CEO Lynn Davis
With Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center CEO Lynn Davis’ retirement coming up in January, the announcement of his successor has just been made. After a nationwide search, they found Lynn’s replacement right in North Texas! It’s Irish Burch, who has 27 years of experience working on behalf of child abuse victims. According to DCAC Board Chair Scott Breitkreutz, … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Irish Burch Returns To Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center As Successor to President/CEO Lynn Davis
Dallas CASA Magically Transforms Annual Champion Of Children Award Dinner Into 40th Anniversary Celebration
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
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