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
A Gentle Reminder
Giddy Up To Pendery’s For Father’s Day Gifts Benefiting The Equest Ponies
It seems that Father’s Day had sneaked up on kids throughout the area. The typical pop insists that he doesn’t need a thing except for some peace and quiet. Still the old man deserves something, and this year is a real challenge with professional sports being limited in fan attendance. Luckily, Equest and Pendery’s have come up with an idea that will help in the gift … [Read more...] about Giddy Up To Pendery’s For Father’s Day Gifts Benefiting The Equest Ponies
Get Up And Get Doing: The Heat Wave Cometh
With mornings feeling like someone left the North Texas oven on, June is feeling more like the dog days of July thanks to rising temperatures accompanied by Houston-style humidity. Weather predictors are warning of the area hitting the 100-degree mark next week! It’s definitely time to make sure that your AC is prepared to take on the oncoming summer heat. Just like your … [Read more...] about Get Up And Get Doing: The Heat Wave Cometh
We’ve Rescheduled! – Our Friend’s Place’s Gala, Auction And Casino Night
According to Our Friend’s Place Executive Director Sue Thiers Hesseltine, Our Friends Place was ready to “run for the roses” at our annual Gala, Auction And Casino Night, our biggest fundraiser of the year to empower homeless young women and at-risk youth which was postponed from Saturday, May 5 (Kentucky Derby Day), due to COVID-19. The new date for our Gala, Auction … [Read more...] about We’ve Rescheduled! – Our Friend’s Place’s Gala, Auction And Casino Night
Get Up And Get Doing: Your Nose Is Showing
Back in the olden days — no, not before COVID-19 took over — but way back in the days when the pill box hat was the top hat of the day, there was an expression: “Your slip is showing.” It was a nice way of telling a woman that her perfect look was suffering from her slip having inched south of her hemline. In today’s masked-up world, a person is supposed to wear a mask … [Read more...] about Get Up And Get Doing: Your Nose Is Showing
We’ve Rescheduled! – Genesis Women’s Shelter And Support’s Annual Luncheon
According to Genesis Women's Shelter And Support CEO Jan Langbein, As Mother’s Day approached, Genesis Women’s Shelter And Support was scheduled to host a sold-out luncheon at the Hilton Anatole on Friday, May 8 featuring Academy Award-winning actress Nicole Kidman. The annual luncheon serves as our largest fundraiser, enabling Genesis to serve more than 3,700 … [Read more...] about We’ve Rescheduled! – Genesis Women’s Shelter And Support’s Annual Luncheon
The Do’s And Don’t Do’s Of Facetiming And Zooming
Thanks to COVID-19, there's a new way of getting together in this day of social distancing. Whether it’s Facetime or Zoom, people are chatting and video-conferencing via the Internet. But like any new hot spots, there are certain ins and outs that separate the those-in-the-know from the those-in-the-need-to know. If you're worried about not being one of the cool kids, take … [Read more...] about The Do’s And Don’t Do’s Of Facetiming And Zooming
Get Up And Get Doing: It’s Time To Take A Count
Now that the stay-at-home restrictions are being eased, you may be hesitant venturing out into the world full blown. Still, cabin fever is raging, even if your thermometer claims you’re perfectly normal. To add to your anxiety, you’ve run out of things to do around the house. You’ve cleaned out your closet, attic and garage; you’ve cut your kids’ hair and dog’s fur; you’ve … [Read more...] about Get Up And Get Doing: It’s Time To Take A Count
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
Etiquette Must Do’s And Must Do Nots On Being Part Of COVID-19 Phase 1 Reopening
Etiquette may seem rather frivolous to some, but it was originally created to provide a set of conventional rules by which people could exist. Over the years it went from the very basics of pulling out a chair for a lady to the extremes of recognizing a small bowl with a slice of lemon in warm water prior to dessert. To spell out the in’s and out’s of etiquette, books … [Read more...] about Etiquette Must Do’s And Must Do Nots On Being Part Of COVID-19 Phase 1 Reopening
Get Up And Get Doing: Preparing For North Texas Giving Tuesday Now
Now is the time to start rummaging through your coat pockets and between the cushions of your couch for money to participate in Tuesday's North Texas Giving Tuesday Now. With more than 3,000 North Texas nonprofits crossing their fingers to rally donors to their programs, they're literally banking on your sending in some money during the big day that runs from 6 a.m. to … [Read more...] about Get Up And Get Doing: Preparing For North Texas Giving Tuesday Now