This year's back-to-school drives have been the victims of a sort of "hit-and-run" situation. Just as the various area programs were facing the final hurdle of stuffing thousands of backpacks, a change of plans was dropped on them. While word had been rumbling for a couple of weeks that the Dallas Independent School District was considering requiring see-thru or mesh … [Read more...] about Dallas Back-To-School Drives Hit A Bump In The Road For DISD Secondary Students
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Friends Of Katy Trail’s Spring Support Campaign Goes The Extra Mile In Meeting Its Goal
Leave it to the Friends of Katy Trail to exceed expectations. For its 25th year of providing one of the outdoor treasures of North Texas, Spring Support Campaign Honorary Co-Chairs Lizzie and Dan Routman had set their sights on a goal of $100,000. Well, they didn’t just do it… they and hundreds of Katy Trail-loving supporters hauled in $170,000. According to Friends of the … [Read more...] about Friends Of Katy Trail’s Spring Support Campaign Goes The Extra Mile In Meeting Its Goal
TWU And My Possibilities Receive $267,477 For “Planning For Autism In Communities And Schools”
While strides have been made in addressing the issues facing those with autism, there are still major challenges. According to a collaboration between Texas Woman’s University School of Occupational Therapy and My Possibilities, “the current outcomes for autistic adolescents and adults often include social isolation and stressful/difficult attempts at participation in community … [Read more...] about TWU And My Possibilities Receive $267,477 For “Planning For Autism In Communities And Schools”
JUST IN: Credit Union Of Texas Helps Trusted World Expand Its Mission With A $1.5M Donation
It was just seven years ago that Michael Garrett came up with the plan to “provide the best resources, at no cost, to people or organizations who are providing services on someone else’s behalf.” He called it Trusted World. The process was simple. After the "partner group" made up of various schools, law enforcement agencies and non-profits submitted a form identifying the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Credit Union Of Texas Helps Trusted World Expand Its Mission With A $1.5M Donation
BSW Dallas Foundation Quarterly Meeting Was A Triple-Header With Pete McCanna, Ronan Kelly And Jeff York
The Baylor Scott And White Dallas Foundation’s first quarterly meeting of 2022 was a virtual triple header on Tuesday, February 8. In addition to a get-to-know-you chat with former Baylor Scott And White Health CEO Jim Hinton’s successor Peter “Pete” McCanna, there was also a discussion about “Immunology and the Future of Cancer Detection” with Baylor Scott and White Chief of … [Read more...] about BSW Dallas Foundation Quarterly Meeting Was A Triple-Header With Pete McCanna, Ronan Kelly And Jeff York
MySweetWishList: Klyde Warren Park
According to Klyde Warren Park volunteer Lynn McBee, “Wishing everyone who loves or has used Klyde Warren Park this past year to make any size donation toward keeping it clean, safe and active, understanding that the Park is self-supporting and has remained open and active throughout the pandemic. "With its traditional revenue sources gone for so much of the last 18 … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Klyde Warren Park
MySweetWishList: Dallas Arboretum And Botanical Garden
According to Dallas Arboretum Board Chair Jim Ryan, “The holidays are about giving, and we invite your company, service organization, church group and family to give your time to volunteer at Holiday at the Arboretum, presented by Reliant. We’ve added even more exhibits, including an expanded Christmas Village and a new 50-foot-tall Dazzling Musical Tree, and we need … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Dallas Arboretum And Botanical Garden
JUST IN: Tonight’s Performance Of “Hamilton” At Fair Park’s Music Hall Was Canceled Due To COVID Concerns
COVID-19 is still providing some "hiccups" for North Texas non-profits. While the Dallas Summer Musical's "2021 Evening With The Best Of Broadway" fundraiser featuring "Hamilton" took the spotlight on Saturday evening, the DSM's performance of the Tony-award-winning musical at Fair Park's Music Hall proved to be a disappointment tonight. Not because of the quality of the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Tonight’s Performance Of “Hamilton” At Fair Park’s Music Hall Was Canceled Due To COVID Concerns
Bryan’s House’s Pathways To Inclusion Luncheon Nets $340,000 And Presents 2020 And 2021 Awards
Bryan’s House’s Pathways To Inclusion Luncheon at the newly renamed Arts District Mansion on Wednesday, September 22, was a keen success. Not only did the luncheon provide a panel discussion on “how companies can help people with disabilities find meaningful work using technological innovations and creative approaches,” it had a surprise announcement. The Moozie … [Read more...] about Bryan’s House’s Pathways To Inclusion Luncheon Nets $340,000 And Presents 2020 And 2021 Awards
UPDATE ALERT: Dallas CASA’s Champion for Children
Even though the torrential storms hadn't hit the DFW neighborhood earlier today, Dallas CASA CEO/President Kathleen LaValle and her crew aren't taking any chances with their Champions for Children fundraiser at The Rustic Thursday night. Instead of building a ho-hum ark, they're "erecting a tent over the seating area," and all systems are go come rain or shine with Austin … [Read more...] about UPDATE ALERT: Dallas CASA’s Champion for Children
There Was A Needle Somewhere Among That Maze Of Orange And White Cones
It’s not every day that you meet a great father-and son team. But last Monday was the day. Still don’t know their names but do know that they had each other's back. The come-together took place at the Parkland drive-thru for Pfizer boosters in the Ellis Davis Field House parking lot in South Dallas. After a half-hour drive to the site, the sight of the lot with a series of … [Read more...] about There Was A Needle Somewhere Among That Maze Of Orange And White Cones