The Morton H. Meyerson is celebrating its 30th year of making beautiful music. Its creation as a “world-class hall” was the result of talented designers and dedicated philanthropists. Leading the philanthropic charge was Ross Perot Sr., who provided a hunk of change — a total of $14M to be exact. But this lead gift came with a stipulation and that was the naming rights. While … [Read more...] about Dallas Symphony Association Executive Position Title Honors The Late Ross Perot Sr.
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JUST IN: Karen Froehlich Named SPCA President/CEO
A surprise announcement was made tonight at the 2019 Fur Ball patron party by SPCA of Texas Vice Chair Steve Atkinson that interim president/CEO Karen Froehlich had been named to the position permanently.According to the Steve, "Karen is a dedicated and passionate leader, and, over the past months, it has had become increasingly clear that she was the right person to lead … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Karen Froehlich Named SPCA President/CEO
A Passing: T. Boone Pickens
T. Boone Pickens, a pioneering capitalist who built a fortune in the energy industry and then gave away more than $1 billion as a philanthropist, died in Dallas today at the age of 91.The straight-talking, visionary businessman was a larger-than-life presence on the American scene for decades, hailed for his unflagging energy, self-effacing humor and entrepreneurial … [Read more...] about A Passing: T. Boone Pickens
Alley’s House Becomes A Part Of Hope Cottage To Help North Texas Teen Moms
Collaboration is a win-win situation for nonprofits with similar missions. Sometimes, it proves to be so successful that there is a marriage of the two. By merging their services, staffs and volunteers, they are better equipped to better serve their clients. Last year My Possibilities and LaunchAbility came together to have a greater impact on adults with Intellectual and … [Read more...] about Alley’s House Becomes A Part Of Hope Cottage To Help North Texas Teen Moms
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Gateway To Opportunity Luncheon
According to Gateway To Opportunity Luncheon Co-Chairs Juanita Harris and Selwyn Razor,Here is your opportunity to help Family Gateway provide stability and life-changing supportive services to children and families affected by homelessness. The Gateway To Opportunity Luncheon will feature Daymond John, entrepreneur, co-star on ABC’s "Shark Tank," and CEO and President … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Gateway To Opportunity Luncheon
Former NM Exec Tim Heis To Succeed Retiring Goodwill Industries Of Dallas CEO/President Rod Ginther
For nearly 40 years, Rodney Ginther had led Goodwill Industries of Dallas Inc. When he started, the nonprofit had eight retail stores and was placing 224 individuals with disabilities and disadvantaged conditions annually. Its assets were $2.4M. This past year, Rod’s efforts have paid off to the tune of 18 retail stores with 1,522 individuals being placed in jobs and assets of … [Read more...] about Former NM Exec Tim Heis To Succeed Retiring Goodwill Industries Of Dallas CEO/President Rod Ginther
Business Council For The Arts’ 2019 Obelisk Award Co-Chairs And Nominees Announced
Business Council for the Arts CEO Katherine Wagner revealed that the organization founded by the late Ray Nasher in 1988 will celebrate it 31st Obelisk Awards with a stellar line up of co-chairs and nominees.Co-Chairing the luncheon that will take place on Friday, November 15, at the Fairmont Dallas are a couple of gals who are well versed in the support of the arts Neiman … [Read more...] about Business Council For The Arts’ 2019 Obelisk Award Co-Chairs And Nominees Announced
Dallas Arboretum Is Blooming With News About August And Early Christmas Special Deals
And the announcements and bargains keep rolling in. The Dallas Arboretum is the latest one to be busting with news. Once again The 12 Days of Christmas will be returning with its 25’-high Victorian gazebos thanks to Reliant from Saturday, November 9, thru Saturday, December 31.But new this year will be The Pauline and Austin Neuhoff Family Christmas Village made up of … [Read more...] about Dallas Arboretum Is Blooming With News About August And Early Christmas Special Deals
JUST IN: Carlton Oby Is Returning To West Dallas’ Mercy Street As Executive Director
When Trey Hill started Mercy Street in West Dallas, he had a dream. It was “to have someone from West Dallas be equipped to run the ministry.” After 16 years of dreaming, Trey’s hope will become a reality on Thursday, August 1, when West Dallas native Carlton Oby becomes the executive director of the program “to spark community restoration by engaging in mutually-transforming … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Carlton Oby Is Returning To West Dallas’ Mercy Street As Executive Director
JUST IN: KIPP DFW’s Dr. Michael Horne Named Parkland Foundation CEO/President
And the parade of CEO announcements keeps marching in. This time it’s from Parkland Foundation. Last September, Parkland CEO/President David Krause announced that he was retiring and the search got underway to find his replacement.They didn’t have to look far and wide. The person was local and pretty darn stellar. The new Parkland Foundation CEO/president will be … [Read more...] about JUST IN: KIPP DFW’s Dr. Michael Horne Named Parkland Foundation CEO/President
JUST IN: Virginia and Algur H. Meadows’ Great-Nephew Peter M. Miller Named President/CEO Of The Meadows Foundation
Taking over the reins of leadership for The Meadows Foundation from retiring President/CEO Linda Perryman Evan will be the late Virginia and Algur H. Meadows’ great-nephew Peter M. Miller.According to Linda, “The board agrees that Peter’s leadership and experience make him the right person to lead the Foundation. It is not an easy job, but it is the most rewarding and I … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Virginia and Algur H. Meadows’ Great-Nephew Peter M. Miller Named President/CEO Of The Meadows Foundation