Dump the plans to diet. Sure, the holidays may have inched up the waistlines, but there are always Spanx to save those sugary sins.Prepare yourselves for chomping down cookies in honor of the Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas. On Friday, January 11, the annual Girl Scout cookie sell-ethon will be underway until Sunday, February 24.And while there will be the … [Read more...] about It’s Time To Cookie Up For Girl Scouts Of Northeast Texas
A Gentle Reminder
A Gentle Reminder: MySweetCharity Will Be Doing Business As Usual In The Days Ahead
Some folks are checking out for the upcoming week to celebrate the holidays with families and friends. Others like first responders, newspapers staffs, hospitals, hotel workers and nonprofits are going to be staying on duty to provide services for others.Since MySweetCharity has received an overwhelming number of “wishes,” it will be business as usual to share wishes in the … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: MySweetCharity Will Be Doing Business As Usual In The Days Ahead
MySweetWishList: Genesis Women’s Shelter And Support
According to Genesis Women’s Shelter And Support Communications Director Amy Ridings,“Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support relies on the generosity of our community year-round to keep our operations running. Because of the kindness of our volunteers and donors, more than 2,500 woman and children who have experienced domestic violence will walk through our doors this … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Genesis Women’s Shelter And Support
MySweetWishList: Communities Foundation Of Texas
According to Communities Foundation of Texas Chief Relationship Officer Monica Egert Smith,“When you look at the origins of the word 'philanthropy' it means to love humanity, and I think we can all agree that we could use a bit more love in the world these days. What better way to promote kindness and compassion in our community and our world, than to teach the next … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Communities Foundation Of Texas
Change Of Plans Alert!: 2018 BMW Dallas Marathon Preparations Are Underway For Sunday’s Run/Walk
Despite all the warnings about wet weather, the BMW Dallas Marathon will carry on for this weekend's events. Oldtimers know that the runners and walkers will be all over the area Sunday including East Dallas and the Park Cities. So, take that into account if you have early Sunday errands or church services to attend.If you live and/or work in the Dallas CBD area, there will … [Read more...] about Change Of Plans Alert!: 2018 BMW Dallas Marathon Preparations Are Underway For Sunday’s Run/Walk
Be Warned: Trick Or Treaters Are Not Invincible
Wednesday is sounding like sort of a downer for the class of 2018 trick or treaters. The temps are gonna struggle to reach the lowest 70s and they’ll be dampened by a chance of drizzle.Dadgummit, all of these factors will provide a challenge for folks behind the wheel as munchkins scurry around neighborhoods searching for treats.With that said, please be even more … [Read more...] about Be Warned: Trick Or Treaters Are Not Invincible
Saturday Is Predicted To Be Ideal For 35th Annual Komen Dallas Race For The Cure
Somebody cut a deal with Mother Nature to make Saturday morning clean and clear for the 2018 Komen Dallas Race for the Cure at NorthPark. That’s great news for the folks who will be walking and running to raise funds to defeat breast cancer. The goal this year is a whopping $1.5M.On the other hand, if you were planning on meeting your coffee klatch at NorthPark’s Starbucks … [Read more...] about Saturday Is Predicted To Be Ideal For 35th Annual Komen Dallas Race For The Cure
A Gentle Reminder: Columbus Day Holiday Is Up For Grabs
Columbus Day is a bit of a squirrelly holiday. Yes, it’s a federal holiday which means that some government offices like Social Security, Dallas Passport Agency and U.S. Post Office will be closed. And while the stock market will be buzzing, the Federal Reserve and some banks like Bank of America, Chase and Wells Fargo will be closed prompting some online services like Square … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: Columbus Day Holiday Is Up For Grabs
2018 North Texas Giving Day Is About To Get Underway
You’ve waited all year long. Your email box has been slammed with reminders. You have learned about nonprofits that have made this community outstanding. Now, within minutes ... 6 a.m. to be exact... North Texas Giving Day will kick off an 18-hour marathon of fundraising that has amazed the rest of the country.Just last year $39,379,446 was provided to North Texas … [Read more...] about 2018 North Texas Giving Day Is About To Get Underway
Prepare Now Before It Chills
While the southeast coast is bracing for Hurricane Florence’s arrival, North Texans are relieved not to be near a hurricane zone. Sure, back in 1978 the relatively new TV show "Dallas" had the Ewing boys scrambling back to Dallas before a hurricane was to hit in "Wind of Vengeance." Locals had a good giggle out of that episode.Regardless, while the Carolinas, Virginias, … [Read more...] about Prepare Now Before It Chills
2019 Crystal Charity Ball Beneficiary Applications Are Now Available
As promised, the application for the 2019 Crystal Charity Ball beneficiaries is now available here for Dallas children’s nonprofits to fill out.Suggestion: Go ahead and get the application, but hold off on filling it out. You’ll want to attend the orientation meeting at 9 a.m. Wednesday, September 12, at Communities Foundation of Texas. While attendance is not mandatory, … [Read more...] about 2019 Crystal Charity Ball Beneficiary Applications Are Now Available