Great news to start the week! 2021 Celebrating Women Co-Chairs Marybeth Conlon and Elizabeth Gambrell, Underwriting Chair/sisters-in-law Amy Hegi and Libby Hegi and Honorary Co-Chairs Gene Jones, Charlotte Jones, Karen Jones and Lori Jones have sent word that Tom Thumb and Albertsons Companies Foundation will return as presenting sponsor for the 22nd annual fundraising luncheon … [Read more...] about Tom Thumb And Albertsons Companies Foundation To Return as 2021 Celebrating Women Luncheon Presenting Sponsor
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UPDATE: Rainbow Days’ Kyle Coot And Ross DeRogatis Update Plans For 2021 Pot Of Gold Luncheon
With Rainbow Days’ 2021 Pot of Gold Luncheon just a week away, Event Co-Chairs Kyle Coot and Ross DeRogatis have revealed some updates. First, 2021 Pot of Gold Auction Co-Chairs Melissa Griffith and Talene Kozanian have put the silent auction online for bidding. Second, for those who want to experience the luncheon at the Omni Dallas but want/have to stay clung to … [Read more...] about UPDATE: Rainbow Days’ Kyle Coot And Ross DeRogatis Update Plans For 2021 Pot Of Gold Luncheon
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: 2021 Crystal Charity Ball Midpoint Luncheon
With pandemic restrictions easing, the 2021 Crystal Charity Ball committee held its annual Midpoint Luncheon to update one and all on the progress made so far for the yearlong fundraising for Dallas County children’s nonprofits. With the threat of rain being delayed, the site of the luncheon was a perfect pick — the ever-popular Katy Trail Ice House. The outdoor … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: 2021 Crystal Charity Ball Midpoint Luncheon
DHS Tries Again With A New Date And Return To Fairmont Dallas For 39th Awards For Excellence
The poor folks over at the Dallas Historical Society have had their share of challenges thanks to the pandemic and Winter Storm Uri. First, they postponed their 39th Awards for Excellence Luncheon on November 2020 at the Fairmont to an evening event on February 18, 2021, in the recently renovated Hall of State in Fair Park. Alas, due to ongoing pandemic restrictions, DHS … [Read more...] about DHS Tries Again With A New Date And Return To Fairmont Dallas For 39th Awards For Excellence
Jocelyn White’s Memorial Service Plans Announced
Inquiries have been received about the memorial service for Jocelyn White, who died on Sunday, April 18. Arrangements have been finalized for a gathering of family, friends and fans in the Adolphus Hotel's Century Ballroom on Friday, April 30, at 2 p.m. For those who are unable to attend, Terry Irby has sent word that the services will be live-streamed here. Knowing … [Read more...] about Jocelyn White’s Memorial Service Plans Announced
UPDATE March 17: Cancellations
While the leprechauns have been partying today in honor of St. Patrick’s Day, the spring fundraisers are pretty much staying virtual. However, like flowers starting to sprout, a few in-person events — like Golf 4 Vision (Monday, April 12), Wings of Spring (Thursday, April 8), Mad Hatter’s Tea (Thursday, April 15), Stars In Recovery (Thursday, April 15), AWARE Affair (April 16), … [Read more...] about UPDATE March 17: Cancellations
January 19 Update: Going Virtual, Rescheduled And Transformed
As the COVID-19 continues its onslaught and vaccinations are being distributed, so the North Texas nonprofits adjust and accommodate the ever-changing demands of scheduling for the best of supporters and efforts. Here is a slew of changes to mark on your calendar: Going Virtual Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of North Texas’ St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon on … [Read more...] about January 19 Update: Going Virtual, Rescheduled And Transformed
December 29 Update: Going Virtual And Going To Be Free
Not everyone has gone on hiatus during the holiday week. There have been a couple of changes on the upcoming fundraising horizon including the following: Going To Be Free Vogel Alcove's Day 1 DFW’s Virtual Experience originally costing $10 is now free Going Virtual The Senior Source’s Spirit of Generations Luncheon scheduled for Friday, January 29, at the … [Read more...] about December 29 Update: Going Virtual And Going To Be Free
UPDATE: Soon-To-Open Vickery Park Branch Library Is On Its Way To 2021 Completion
It’s been nearly two years since Friends of the Dallas Public Library Executive Director Mary Wilonsky and a crowd of folks including County Commissioner Judge Clay Jenkins, City Councilperson Jennifer Staubach Gates, Literacy Achieves Sarah Papert, philanthropist Sarah Losinger and Crystal Charity Ball representative Kristina Whitcomb bundled up on a December night to break … [Read more...] about UPDATE: Soon-To-Open Vickery Park Branch Library Is On Its Way To 2021 Completion
September 25 Update: Going Virtual and Rescheduled
The changes of plans continue to keep the “datekeepers” busy adjusting and re-adjusting their calendars. The good news is that on today’s Update is not only are no cancellations, there are a couple organizations are looking to 2021 for in-person activities. The almost-as-good news is that some groups are adjusting to the new world of virtual eventing. If you haven’t tried … [Read more...] about September 25 Update: Going Virtual and Rescheduled
2020 CBB Co-Chairs Diana Hamilton And Heather Randall To Co-Chair 2021 CBB
Cancer, be on alert. The dynamic duo of Diana Hamilton and Heather Randall have signed up for a return match. Despite their co-chairing and having to cancel the 2020 Cattle Baron’s Ball due to COVID-19, these ladies have their spurs on to co-chair the 2021 CBB fundraiser for North Texas cancer research. In the meantime, they’re finalizing plans to hold the upcoming 2020 … [Read more...] about 2020 CBB Co-Chairs Diana Hamilton And Heather Randall To Co-Chair 2021 CBB