According to Connecting Point Park Cities volunteer/parent of a “teammate” JoAnn Ryan, “Please allow me the opportunity to tell you about an amazing organization serving the adults with special needs in our community. “Connecting Point of Park Cities was founded because of a lack of programs in Dallas County for our special adults. While you may find multiple programs … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Connecting Point Park Cities’ Hope Fest|Connect 2024
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Dallas Habitat For Humanity Is A Sign Of Current C-Suite Comings And “Oops-Sorry-Things-Didn’t-Work-Out”
Dallas Area Habit for Humanity is posting a “help wanted” sign for a permanent CEO with Monday’s announcement that it has “parted ways” with William Eubanks III, who came on board as chief executive less than a year ago. It's just the latest in a series of leadership changes roiling the North Texas non-profit sector recently, with abrupt and surprising upheavals at the top … [Read more...] about Dallas Habitat For Humanity Is A Sign Of Current C-Suite Comings And “Oops-Sorry-Things-Didn’t-Work-Out”
2023 North Texas Giving Day Continues To Drive Leaderboards With Just Six Hours To Go
In just 12 hours North Texans have provided more than $46,469,047 for 3,192 non-profits thanks to 74,051 donors who have provided 197,343 donations for the 2023 North Texas Giving Day juggernaut presented by Amazon. But the momentum needs to keep going because there are charities still in need to reach their goals and match challenges still a-wanting. What has been … [Read more...] about 2023 North Texas Giving Day Continues To Drive Leaderboards With Just Six Hours To Go
When Is A Good Time To Wash, Rinse, Dry And Cook While Staying On ERCOT’s Good Side
Since ERCOT (Electric Reliability Council of Texas) has announced another “Weather Watch” anticipating high demand and lower reserves through Sunday, it’s not time to totally shut down. In response to ERCOT’s request for “voluntary conservation,” many folks are wondering exactly what that means. According to ERCOT, residents are asked to do the following: Raise … [Read more...] about When Is A Good Time To Wash, Rinse, Dry And Cook While Staying On ERCOT’s Good Side
CitySquare’s Transition Resource Action Center (TRAC) Receives Its Own 501(c)(3) Designation
For 20 years, CitySquare and the Transition Resource Action Center (TRAC) have worked to help DFW youngsters (16-24 years old) make the challenging transition from foster care to self-sufficient adulthood. TRAC has helped nearly 1,200 youth per year to achieve a living wage, have access to safe stable affordable housing and receive trauma-informed support. But like its … [Read more...] about CitySquare’s Transition Resource Action Center (TRAC) Receives Its Own 501(c)(3) Designation
Mabee Foundation Issues A Match Challenge To Raise Funds For Park South Family YMCA Renovation
The Park South Family YMCA has been a shining star in Dallas’ Queen City district for more than 55 years with a focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Its very existence was due to Mayor Erik Jonsson issuing a million-dollar challenge grant to the businesses and citizens of South Dallas to build the Park South YMCA. It was then that … [Read more...] about Mabee Foundation Issues A Match Challenge To Raise Funds For Park South Family YMCA Renovation
With Only Ten Fans Left, VNA Is Putting Out An SOS To Help Clients In Sweltering Conditions
Someone should have nominated the creator of air conditioning as the Texan Of The Century. Can you just imagine our fore-mothers and -fathers building the foundation of today’s North Texas in the heat of summer wearing corsets, long dresses, high-neck collars and such with the only respite being an open window with a breeze blowing through occasionally? On Wednesday, North … [Read more...] about With Only Ten Fans Left, VNA Is Putting Out An SOS To Help Clients In Sweltering Conditions
A Gentle Reminder: Tips On How To Survive This Year’s Toasty Fourth Of July Days
There are certain things you can bet on about the next few days. Temperatures are going to be roasty toasty. The skies will be filled with sparkling bursts of fireworks. A heck of a lot of folks are going to be away for a long holiday weekend. And needless to say, Ercot is definitely not going to be taking time off. With all these activities taking place, it’s going to be a … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: Tips On How To Survive This Year’s Toasty Fourth Of July Days
JUST IN: Dallas County Commissioners Provide $1.6M For Dallas Habitat To Continue Its Work In Joppa
While the community of Joppa (aka known as and pronounced "Joppee") is considered a "sparse suburban" neighborhood, it is one that is rich in historical roots. Located near the intersection of I-45 and Loop 12 in the southeastern part of Dallas County, it is the same distance from downtown Dallas as downtown is to NorthPark Center to the north. Considered one of Dallas … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dallas County Commissioners Provide $1.6M For Dallas Habitat To Continue Its Work In Joppa
The Senior Source’s Beat The Heat Is Providing AC Units And Extra Help For Sweltering Seniors
The thermometer is inching its way upward to a North Texas heat wave. Experts are literally sweating it out that this year’s summer could be a record-breaking scorcher. While some will while away the problem by getting out of town to cooler place, and others will just chill at home with their AC blasting away, way too many seniors will suffer in their homes that can be … [Read more...] about The Senior Source’s Beat The Heat Is Providing AC Units And Extra Help For Sweltering Seniors
JUST IN: Dak Prescott’s Faith Fight Finish Foundation Gala Scores $1.9M To Empower Those Facing Adversity
Years ago when Roger Staubach was leading the Dallas Cowboys to the Super Bowl, he admitted all that attention was a bit challenging. For instance, when he would take his family on vacation to Disneyland, he would wear a baseball cap and dark sunglasses, so the Staubach clan could just blend in with the rest of the crowd. Today Dallas Cowboys Quarterback Dak Prescott can … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dak Prescott’s Faith Fight Finish Foundation Gala Scores $1.9M To Empower Those Facing Adversity