According to Readers 2 Leaders President and CEO Norma Nelson, Readers 2 Leaders looks forward to its annual fundraising event, Lanes 2 Literacy, each year. An evening usually spent among literacy advocates and bowling pins, the event provides a key point of connection and opportunity between Readers 2 Leaders and our generous supporters. We first rescheduled the event from … [Read more...] about Canceled Event SOS: Readers 2 Leaders’ Lanes 2 Literacy
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July 8 Update Of Cancellations and Going Virtuals
With COVID-19 cases passing the 1,000 mark for the sixth day, North Texas nonprofits are adjusting upcoming fundraising events mindful of the social distancing restrictions. Unfortunately, a couple had to cancel their activities resulting in hits to their income. Here are today’s updates: Cancellations The Family Place’s Sneaker Soiree scheduled for Friday, … [Read more...] about July 8 Update Of Cancellations and Going Virtuals
New Center For BrainHealth Advisory Board Leadership Announced
Ka Cotter announced that after two years of chairing the Center for BrainHealth Advisory Board, she’ll be turning over the reins of leadership to Roger Gault on Tuesday, September 1. Another change of the Board’s leadership is David Jacobs’ taking over the vice chair position that has been held by Eric Bennett. According to Roger, “I am honored and proud to serve the Center … [Read more...] about New Center For BrainHealth Advisory Board Leadership Announced
The Best Thing You Ever Met – Part 11
What had been the tennis court was now a ballroom with strings of fairy lights and chandeliers hovering above. At the far end of the court was a stage for musicians, a lot more than the usual Billy and The Boys operation. Floating on one side of the stage was a 72" helium filled white balloon with the word "Shen" on it. Across the way was another similar balloon, but it read … [Read more...] about The Best Thing You Ever Met – Part 11
New Friends New Life Luncheon’s Cyntoia Brown-Long To Shine The Light On Sex Trafficking And Criminal Justice Reform
Looking to better times, New Friends New Life Luncheon Co-Chairs Jane A. Rose and Jessica Turner-Waugh and Honorary Co-Chairs Elizabeth and Eric Gambrell have just announced the speaker for the fundraiser on Friday, September 18, at the Omni Dallas Hotel. It is a woman who has suffered through the repercussions of sex trafficking and the need for criminal justice … [Read more...] about New Friends New Life Luncheon’s Cyntoia Brown-Long To Shine The Light On Sex Trafficking And Criminal Justice Reform
2020 Côtes Du Coeur Chefs And Menus Revealed At Sub-Zero, Wolf And Cove Showroom
Just days before COVID-19 started impacting area fundraisers, the American Heart Association of Dallas was carrying on with it 2020 Côtes Du Coeur pre-event activities. On Sunday, March 1, an invitation-only crowd gathered at the Sub-Zero, Wolf and Cove Showroom Cotes to hear Lead Chef Richard Chamberlain and some of the participating chefs announce their menus for the … [Read more...] about 2020 Côtes Du Coeur Chefs And Menus Revealed At Sub-Zero, Wolf And Cove Showroom
Community Partners Of Dallas’ 2020 Change Is Good Has Virtually Changed For The Better
Community Partners of Dallas’ creative juices are flowing for the 14th Annual Change Is Good. The basics are still the same — kids collecting money to support CPD’s mission “to change the lives of abused and neglected kids.” Only this year with the COVID-19 restrictions clamping down on get-togethers, the usual fundraiser with bounce houses and munchkins dancing and playing … [Read more...] about Community Partners Of Dallas’ 2020 Change Is Good Has Virtually Changed For The Better
A Gentle Reminder: 2020 North Texas Giving Day Early Registration Deadline Looms Ahead
With the Fourth of July weekend in the rear-view mirror, it’s time to look ahead for fundraising opportunities. One of those is nearing an end this Friday (aka July 10). It’s the early bird registration for the 2020 North Texas Giving Day. And if ever there was a time when every opportunity should be snatched up, this year is it. The early birds are being provided … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: 2020 North Texas Giving Day Early Registration Deadline Looms Ahead
The Best Thing You Ever Met – Part 10
Pappy’s Place went into overdrive preparing for Billy’s supposed “history-making” event. Unbeknownst to Shen, he had been working on the arrangements for weeks. “Good thing she said, ‘Yes,’” Bertie told Hannah. Like Eisenhower orchestrating D-Day, Billy had already locked everything down. Nothing fancy. Just a simple little gathering with a ceremony, a dinner and a little … [Read more...] about The Best Thing You Ever Met – Part 10
Bring Some Fireworks Home For The Fourth Of July Holiday Weekend
So this Fourth of July is definitely going to be different from any in the past. On the heels of the governor's tightening restriction, many traditional parades, festivals and celebrations won’t take place. But why not take this passel of lemons and make a pitcher of lemonade? Here are some reasons why this change of plans might not be all that bad. It means that … [Read more...] about Bring Some Fireworks Home For The Fourth Of July Holiday Weekend
The Best Thing You Ever Met – Part 9
Billy’s return had come just in time. It seemed that he was turning 35 the following Saturday. When Hannah sprung the news about a birthday celebration, Shen realized the talk of birthdays had never come up. But she had no time to think about it, thanks to Hannah and Bertie drafting her into the preparations. It wasn’t going to be a big event, because they hadn’t known if Billy … [Read more...] about The Best Thing You Ever Met – Part 9