The Retina Foundation Of The Southwest's major fundraiser — Visionary Luncheon — was originally scheduled for Tuesday, May 3, at the Hilton Anatole with fingers crossed that COVID would not be a problem. But something arose that changed the plans. And, no, it wasn't a virus. It seems that the Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary is holding its Fashion Show and … [Read more...] about RESCHEDULED: Retina Foundation Of The Southwest’s Visionary Luncheon
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POSTPONED: The Center For Vital Longevity 10th Anniversary Dinner
The Center for Vital Longevity at the University of Texas at Dallas has been in operation for a decade. To celebrate that milestone, organizers decided to celebrate its anniversary and the Center’s Founder Dr. Denise C. Park’s understanding of "what make a mind vital and how to keep it that way for life.” As Denise described it, “The brain is giving up its secrets to us … [Read more...] about POSTPONED: The Center For Vital Longevity 10th Anniversary Dinner
RESCHEDULED: St. V-Day Luncheon And Fashion Show “Makes A Statement” By Rescheduling
Anyone who has ever been part of a fundraiser knows there are many working parts when it comes to postponing, rescheduling or…dang it...canceling an event. There are the speakers, the awardees, the venue, the event producers with their legions of models, the caterers, the staff and, of course, the key sponsors and guests. Despite all the heavy lifting, it's worth the hassle … [Read more...] about RESCHEDULED: St. V-Day Luncheon And Fashion Show “Makes A Statement” By Rescheduling
RESCHEDULED: The Senior Source’s Spirit Of Generations Luncheon
With hospitals hitting new records of COVID cases and testing sites stretching over acres throughout North Texas, some very tough calls are being made about upcoming fundraisers. One of the first to readjust plans was The Senior Source’s Spirit of Generations Luncheon honoring Kathy and Larry Helm and presenting The Molly H. Bogen Service Award to the Junior League of … [Read more...] about RESCHEDULED: The Senior Source’s Spirit Of Generations Luncheon
MySweetWishList Ability: Connection’s Vine And Dine
According to Vine And Dine Co-Chairs Kara Sewell and Kimber Westphall Clonts, “Ability Connection’s mission is to enrich the lives of people with disabilities…one person at a time. “After careful consideration, we chose to postpone the 13th Annual Vine And Dine until Thursday, February 24, at The Hall on Dragon. This was not an easy decision. However, given the … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList Ability: Connection’s Vine And Dine
Dallas CASA Classic Scores A Game-Changing $1.5M Check
While MySweetCharity doesn't cover golf tournaments, it certainly doesn't pass up a breathtaking check presentation. In this case it was the Dallas CASA Classic presented by Pioneer Natural Resources, Goldman Sachs and AT&T. Postponed from last spring to this past October, the fundraiser took places at two courses — the Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas and … [Read more...] about Dallas CASA Classic Scores A Game-Changing $1.5M Check
The Concilio Kicks Off Its 40th Anniversary With Dancing, Treats, Mural Coloring And An Announcement
Postponing its annual Big Dreams Gala this year due to vaccination activities was a hard one for The Concilio. The original plan was to use it as the kickoff for the organization's 40th anniversary. Instead they decided to celebrate with a birthday party on Saturday, October 16, at Kiest Park. In addition to dancing, treats and creating a mural for The Concilio office, there … [Read more...] about The Concilio Kicks Off Its 40th Anniversary With Dancing, Treats, Mural Coloring And An Announcement
Baylor Foundation VP Cynthia Krause Knows All-Too-Well The Danger Of Postponing A Mammogram
In North Texas fundraising circles, it seems like everybody knows one of the Krauses. There’s David Krause, whose resume includes fundraising for Baylor Health Care System Foundation (1987-1995), Children’s Medical Center of Dallas (1996 to 2005) and Parkland Hospital Foundation (2005 to 2019), where he led the $150M campaign. And there’s his wife, Cynthia Krause, who has been … [Read more...] about Baylor Foundation VP Cynthia Krause Knows All-Too-Well The Danger Of Postponing A Mammogram
Healing Hands Luncheon Is Moving To March With The Addition Of WFAA Sports Anchor Joe Trahan
HHM Health’s Healing Hands Luncheon that was scheduled for Thursday, October 14, has been rescheduled for Thursday, March 31. According to Healing Hands Luncheon Co-Chairs Gina and Ken Betts and Amy and Paul Wilson and Honorary Chair Pam Busbee, “As a faith-based community health center that provides culturally competent healthcare with compassion to anyone in need, … [Read more...] about Healing Hands Luncheon Is Moving To March With The Addition Of WFAA Sports Anchor Joe Trahan
RESCHEDULED: 2nd Annual Red Tie Gala’s Dance The Night Away
Reschedules aren’t all that bad. For instance, the Cancer Support Community North Texas (CSCNT) team just announced the rescheduling of its 2nd Annual Red Tie Gala’s Dance the Night Away. Instead of holding it on Friday, October 15, it will be held on Friday, April 29, at The Empire Room, with guests getting in the swing of things with professional dancers on hand. Actually, … [Read more...] about RESCHEDULED: 2nd Annual Red Tie Gala’s Dance The Night Away
Rescheduled: Robert S. Folsom Leadership Award Dinner
Another healthcare group has decided to reschedule its major fall fundraiser to the spring. Methodist Health System Foundation was to honor Linda and Mitch Hart with its Robert S. Folsom Leadership Award on Friday, October 1. But the call was made to postpone it to Friday, April 8, at the Hilton Anatole’s Chantilly Ballroom. According to Foundation President Jim … [Read more...] about Rescheduled: Robert S. Folsom Leadership Award Dinner