According to Bright Lights Theatre’s supporter Daniel Carr and supporter/director McKenna Carr, “In a world yearning for happiness, Bright Lights Theatre (BLT) is bringing joy to DFW through the power of storytelling. Bright Lights’ mission is to train the next generation as masterful storytellers who share the light of Christ. Students who participate in Bright … [Read more...] about 2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Bright Lights Theatre
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2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Forest Forward
According to Forest Forward Chief Development Officer Alicia Peoples, “For residents represented by ZIP code 75215, in the neighborhood known as 'South Dallas,' the current life expectancy is 67 years. In this era of modern medicine that is a shockingly low-life expectancy. For Dallas residents just two miles north, an additional 16 years of life are expected. “With this … [Read more...] about 2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Forest Forward
Business Council For The Arts And 2024 Crystal Charity Ball Start September With Applications/ Nominations
What a great way to kick off September! Two groups have just launched online applications/nominations. They're great opportunities to salute the heroes/heroines in North Texas and to open up a chance to receive grants to help Dallas County kiddos. First, 2023 Obelisk Awards Co-Chairs Rachael and Evan Singer have opened the online nominations for the 2023 Business Council for … [Read more...] about Business Council For The Arts And 2024 Crystal Charity Ball Start September With Applications/ Nominations
2024 Healing Hands Luncheon Will Be A Sleight Of Hand Thanks To David “The Enigmatist” Kwong
An enigma is a mystery. At least that’s what Webster claims. For the HHM Health fundraiser, 2024 Healing Hands Luncheon Co-Chairs Christy Berry and Nancy Scripps and Honorary Co-Chairs Debbie and Ric Scripps have conjured up the 21st century poster child of “enigma” for their keynote speaker — David Kwong. As David’s friend Christy reported, “Prepare to be amazed as … [Read more...] about 2024 Healing Hands Luncheon Will Be A Sleight Of Hand Thanks To David “The Enigmatist” Kwong
JUST IN: Diane Brierley And Ellen Winspear To Co-Chair 2023 Bravo! Gala Honoring The Moody Foundation
As North Texas arts are emerging from all types of pandemic challenges, the AT&T Performing Arts Center is moving ahead with gusto for its 2023 Bravo! Gala. Slated for Saturday, November 18, at the Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House, the event will be co-chaired by those arts-loving gals, Diane Brierley and Ellen Winspear. The seated dinner on the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Diane Brierley And Ellen Winspear To Co-Chair 2023 Bravo! Gala Honoring The Moody Foundation
How About A Good Laugh To Help Support Dallas Hope Charities Mission
Everyone can use a good laugh. In fact, like music, the sound of laughter is the international sound that brings a sense of relief during the worst of times. So, Deep Ellum's Dallas Comedy Club is holding a special gathering of laughter — "Stand Up for Hope" — on Saturday, June 17, to benefit Dallas Hope Charities with emcee Stefan Newman and comedians Kim Wadsworth, … [Read more...] about How About A Good Laugh To Help Support Dallas Hope Charities Mission
TACA Passes The $1M Mark For Its 2023 Fiscal Year Thanks To Jones Foundation And Catalyst Grants
With a little help from the Gene and Jerry Jones Foundation, TACA passed the $1M point in its fiscal year 2023 grant-making. As a result, TACA has just revealed that 45 Dallas County performing and visual art groups benefited from $400K in TACA's fourth round of Catalyst Grants, which are made "without restrictions and [are] designed to support high-performing area … [Read more...] about TACA Passes The $1M Mark For Its 2023 Fiscal Year Thanks To Jones Foundation And Catalyst Grants
JUST IN: The Family Place’s Trailblazer Keynoter Was A “Pretty Baby” Who Might Have Been A “Pretty Woman”
Summertime is a great time to play trivia. Thanks to The Family Place’s 2023 Trailblazer Award Luncheon Co-Chairs Lindsay Jacaman and Holly Krug and Honorary Co-Chairs Stephanie and Travis Hollman, this year’s keynote speaker is ripe for a quiz. Before getting to the clues, here are the fundraiser's facts. It will be taking place on Friday, September 29, at the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: The Family Place’s Trailblazer Keynoter Was A “Pretty Baby” Who Might Have Been A “Pretty Woman”
JUST IN: North Texas Arts Vet Stacie Wheelock Adams Named Business Council For The Arts CEO
Just as longtime Business Council for the Arts retiring CEO Katherine Wagner was ending her 14 years of supporting North Texas arts through all types of challenges including the legendary pandemic, it was announced that a very familiar name within the area's arts community was returning to the art-loving fold as Katherine's successor. That name is Stacie Wheelock … [Read more...] about JUST IN: North Texas Arts Vet Stacie Wheelock Adams Named Business Council For The Arts CEO
JUST IN: Business Council For The Arts CEO Katherine Wagner To Retire At The End Of The Month
After 14 years of leading Business Council for the Arts (BCA) from Obelisk Awards to pandemic and everything in between, BCA CEO Katherine Wagner is retiring at the end of the month. According to BCA Founder’s Chair Nancy A. Nasher, “Katherine has been an excellent steward of this important organization. She has institutionalized best practices across the board while … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Business Council For The Arts CEO Katherine Wagner To Retire At The End Of The Month
SOLD-OUT ALERT: Genesis Annual Luncheon
What a simply lovely way to end the week for most folks! They’re the ones who signed up for Genesis Annual Luncheon on Friday, May 12, at the Hilton Anatole because they have a place at a table in the Chantilly Ballroom. Word has just arrived that the luncheon is sold out! But then what else would one expect since the keynote speaker will be Nicole Kidman, who during the … [Read more...] about SOLD-OUT ALERT: Genesis Annual Luncheon