If ever there was an inspiration for getting an education, Texas Woman’s University (TWU) Alumna Merrilee Kick is it. It was while Merrilee was earning her MBA from TWU’s business college in Denton in 2009 that she wrote her thesis that ended up becoming the business plan for her Carrollton-based Buzzballz/Southern Champion. The company “became the only woman-owned … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Merrilee Kick’s Thesis Resulted In A $30M Gift For TWU’s Business College
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Communities In Schools Of Dallas Region Topped Off Its 4S Campaign In A Crowning Way
The journey of a fundraising campaign is a true memory maker. But when the goal is achieved there's a true sense of accomplishment in attaining what may have seemed impossible. However, if those involved in the effort truly believe in it, they are driven with a truly remarkable power. So it was that Communities in Schools of the Dallas Region (CISDR) instilled such dedication … [Read more...] about Communities In Schools Of Dallas Region Topped Off Its 4S Campaign In A Crowning Way
Grovel Alert: 2023 Callier Cares Luncheon
Tuesday was a gangbuster of activity for North Texas non-profits. One event in particular featured a couple of surprises. It was the Callier Cares Luncheon patron party at the Shelby Family Collection, where the late Carroll Shelby’s automobiles belonging to his family are showcased. As for the news resulting from the event, it was provided by Ludwig A. Michael MD … [Read more...] about Grovel Alert: 2023 Callier Cares Luncheon
“Friends” And Dallas City Council Open A New Chapter Of Support For Dallas Public Library
While some folks might have thought that the Dallas Public Library activities were in hibernation during the pandemic years with locations being on limited service, they didn’t realize there was plenty of work taking place behind the scenes. According to Friends of the Dallas Public Library Chair Gary Gadson, “Even in the worst days of the pandemic, we never faltered in our … [Read more...] about “Friends” And Dallas City Council Open A New Chapter Of Support For Dallas Public Library
United Way Of Metropolitan Dallas Celebrated 97 Years At The Star With Standout Honorees And Results
Following a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, United Way of Metropolitan Dallas resurrected its Annual Celebration and Unite Forever Campaign Awards event on Thursday, May 12, to celebrate its 97 years of bringing companies, donors and volunteers together for the betterment of Dallas. And what a party it was! With more than 800 folks dining on the floor of The Star, one of … [Read more...] about United Way Of Metropolitan Dallas Celebrated 97 Years At The Star With Standout Honorees And Results
Celebrate Father’s Day By Supporting Margot Perot Center For Women And Infants’ Campaign
It’s been under the radar in recent months, but the Texas Health Resources Foundation has been in its “silent phase of the campaign” for the rejuvenation of the Margot Perot Center at Texas Health Presbyterian Dallas. With a goal of $10M, the Margot Perot Center Renovation effort has already reached the $7.5M mark and is now reaching out to the community to complete the … [Read more...] about Celebrate Father’s Day By Supporting Margot Perot Center For Women And Infants’ Campaign
Center For BrainHealth Surprises And Impresses Friends With Three Major Announcements
The Center For BrainHealth get-together on Thursday, March 31, turned into a surprise party of sorts. While guests like Beverly and Don Freeman, Ka Cotter, Debbie Francis, Brent Lake, Cheryl Wattley, Marissa Horne, Steve White, Pam Doeppe, Kevin Ann Marcyes, Cheryl Gosch, Darron Ash, Sarah Jane and Noah Chapman, Mary and TJ Jackson, Gano and Mel Ehlers, Sarah Losinger, Maria … [Read more...] about Center For BrainHealth Surprises And Impresses Friends With Three Major Announcements
MySweetWishList: Callier Center For Communication Disorders
According to Callier Family Care Campaign Chairman Anne McPherson and Foundation for the Callier Center President Beth Thoele, “For more than half a century, the Callier Center for Communication Disorders has given thousands of children and adults with speech, language and hearing disorders the ability to communicate and connect. Callier pioneers’ clinical … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Callier Center For Communication Disorders
Lyda Hill Celebrates VolunteerNow’s 50th Anniversary With A $250K Challenge To Spread Volunteerism
It was in 1971 that four prominent community volunteers — Annette Strauss, Mitch Jericho, Jan Sanders and Helen Boothman — recognized the power of and need for volunteers and started a grassroots program called SERV (Special Effort to Recruit Volunteers). They set up shop in an office in downtown Dallas. Over the years the organization's success required moving to the Wilson … [Read more...] about Lyda Hill Celebrates VolunteerNow’s 50th Anniversary With A $250K Challenge To Spread Volunteerism
Scottish Rite For Children Celebrates Its Next Century Of Kid-Friendly Healing Free Of Charge
In addition to the Junior League of Dallas, there’s another organization that's celebrating its ten decades of being a true gem within North Texas. It’s known for its colorful hallways and the scent of fresh popcorn. Sounds like an indoor Six Flags, but it’s actually an incredible institution of compassion and recovery for children with orthopedic conditions. For as long as … [Read more...] about Scottish Rite For Children Celebrates Its Next Century Of Kid-Friendly Healing Free Of Charge
UPDATE September 29: Reschedules
Just to play it safe, some fundraisers are hedging their bets by rescheduling their events. It’s not that they are worn out from all that North Texas Giving Day record-breaking fundraising. There are a couple of reasons. First, they want to make doubly sure for their guests’ health concerns. Second, with some folks being a bit skittish about attending get-togethers, organizers … [Read more...] about UPDATE September 29: Reschedules