Nearly 40 years ago two gals planted seeds for a program in 1982 that would sprout into a Dallas treasure. Having lived through the Great Depression, two World Wars, the Kennedy assassination and evolving roles of women, they had emerged as leaders within the community through their philanthropy and foresight. Their names were Margaret McDermott and Virginia Nick. The seeds … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Women’s Council Of Dallas Arboretum Has Two Reasons To Celebrate As It Approaches A Major Milestone
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MySweetOpportunity: Dallas Symphony Orchestra League
According to Dallas Symphony Orchestra League President Venise Stuart, “We are kicking off an exciting year ahead for the Dallas Symphony Orchestra League! We are 76 years old with a proud history of music, fundraising and fun! Over the last several years we have contributed to the Dallas Symphony $21 million which goes towards the community and educational outreach … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: Dallas Symphony Orchestra League
JUST IN: 33rd Annual Obelisk Awards To Honor A Dozen Arts-Loving Standouts For “Extraordinary Support”
The 2021 Obelisk Awards Co-Chairs Rebecca and Philip Silvestri have just announced the plans and honorees for the 33rd annual Business Council for the Arts fundraising luncheon. On Wednesday, November 17, the following recipients will be honored at The Fairmont Dallas: Art Partnership Large — Toyota nominated by Debbie Storey of AT&T Performing Arts Center … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 33rd Annual Obelisk Awards To Honor A Dozen Arts-Loving Standouts For “Extraordinary Support”
A Gentle Reminder: Let The School Supply Shopping Commence For Tax-Free Weekend
If you’re one of the new residents from other parts of the country, you’re gonna learn that one of the favorite activities in North Texas is shopping. And starting today through Sunday, August 8, is when credit and debit cards nearly melt from the annual Tax-Free Weekend. But before you go making a quickie appointment at Chanel to grab that adorable Flap Bag, wake up to … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: Let The School Supply Shopping Commence For Tax-Free Weekend
Seven New Board Members Join Wings Dallas For 2021-2022
Tis the season for North Texas non-profits boards to add members. Over at Wings Dallas there are seven new board members joining the current collection of 17 board member for the 2021-2022 term (the current members are President James Vaughan, President-Elect/Development/Marketing Chair Michelle Hudson, Treasurer/Finance Chair Ellen Farrell, Nominating/Governance Chair Ashley … [Read more...] about Seven New Board Members Join Wings Dallas For 2021-2022
JUST IN: Jan And Fred Hegi Family Commit $1M To Expand SMU’s Hegi Family Career Development Center Resources
Whether it’s celebrating others’ successes or just being with each other, Jan and Fred Hegi’s family always seems to have fun. But when it comes to supporting a program or organization as a family, their smiles and laughter are just downright contagious. Today it was announced that SMU and its President R. Gerald Turner have caught a big case of smiles thanks to the Hegi … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Jan And Fred Hegi Family Commit $1M To Expand SMU’s Hegi Family Career Development Center Resources
Acosta, Hunt, Luce And Perpall To Be Inducted As 2022 Dallas Business Hall Of Fame Laureates
The Dallas Business Hall of Fame class of 2022 has been announced for induction on the evening of Saturday, February 26, at the Hyatt Regency Dallas to benefit Junior Achievement Dallas. Making up the Laureates-to-be quartet are Carcon Industries President/CEO Arcilia Acosta, Hunt Sports Group Chair Clark Hunt, Texas 2036 Founder Tom Luce and The Beck Group CEO Fred … [Read more...] about Acosta, Hunt, Luce And Perpall To Be Inducted As 2022 Dallas Business Hall Of Fame Laureates
Tamika Perry Is Dallas Hope Charities Newly Appointed CEO
Established in 2016, Dallas Hope Charities (DHC) is Dallas’ “only LGBTQ-focused Homeless Youth Transitional Living Center and extension program." The program's goal was to “provide inclusive spaces for at-risk, homeless LGBTQ youth (18 to 24)” in order to “change the lives of those who experience high rates of conduct disorder, post-traumatic stress and suicidal … [Read more...] about Tamika Perry Is Dallas Hope Charities Newly Appointed CEO
Gay Donnell Willis Has Left The Building
It just shouldn’t come as any big surprise after the Dallas City Council run-off elections on Saturday, June 5. Following Gay Donnell Willis’ defeat of Leland Burk for Dallas District 13 replacing City Councilperson Jennifer Staubach Gates, Gay has resigned from her position as Turtle Creek Conservancy president CEO. During her tenure at the Conservancy, Gay oversaw … [Read more...] about Gay Donnell Willis Has Left The Building
A Writer’s Garden Reveal Party Included An Author With “Twisted Retribution” On The Table
While The Writer’s Garden Reveal Party on Wednesday, June 16, at Donna and Herb Weitzman’s home may have caused a bit of a backup on Lovers Lane with cars trying to drop off guests, the news was not limited to the Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum’s fundraiser authors (Bettie Bearden Pardee, Susan Sully and Dr. Bill Welch). As the flow of guests like Bettina Hennessey, … [Read more...] about A Writer’s Garden Reveal Party Included An Author With “Twisted Retribution” On The Table
Dr. Remy L. Washington Named Uplift Education President
The Dallas/Fort Worth area’s largest charter school network Uplift Education serves “nearly 21,000 scholars on 21 campuses” with a goal “to provide a college preparatory education to all student in North Texas.” To help enhance its program, Uplift CEO Yasmin Bhatia has announced that Dr. Remy L. Washington will assume the role of Uplift Education … [Read more...] about Dr. Remy L. Washington Named Uplift Education President