Author/podcaster Nora McInerny’s life has not been exactly a bowl full of cherries. It should have been. She had a pretty normal life through her teen years and graduating from Xavier University in 2005. It was five years later that she starting dating art director Aaron Purmort. Still pretty normal, until Aaron was diagnosed with glioblastoma. The night of his diagnosis while … [Read more...] about Beacon Of Hope Featured Speaker Nora McInerny Tackles Grief And Loss With Empathy And A Healthy Dose Of Humor
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Son Of A Third Grade Dropout Rick Rigsby To Keynote Just Say YES’ Hybrid 11th Annual Celebration
You might have seen Rick Rigsby around town. Perhaps at the grocery? Or, perhaps at a country music concert? Or maybe on social media? In a crowd he seems like just any other fellow, but his life story is one that separates him from the others. Rick was born in San Francisco, the son of a cook-father who'd dropped out of school in the third grade to work on the family farm. … [Read more...] about Son Of A Third Grade Dropout Rick Rigsby To Keynote Just Say YES’ Hybrid 11th Annual Celebration
JUST IN: The Hoglund Family And The Senior Source To Be Honored At VolunteerNow’s Hearts Of Texas Luncheon
It was back in 1956 when a couple of University of Kansas graduates exchanged vows. She was born in Wichita and earned her degree in political science; he was from Lawrence and graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering. Little did either of them know that the next 65 years would take them around the world thanks to his career in the energy industry, as well as their … [Read more...] about JUST IN: The Hoglund Family And The Senior Source To Be Honored At VolunteerNow’s Hearts Of Texas Luncheon
JUST IN: 2021 Cherish The Children Virtual Luncheon Honorees And Keynote Speaker Revealed
Leave it to Dallas CASA to be timely in recognizing people and causes. It has just been revealed that the annual Caroline Rose Hunt Cherish the Children Award will be presented to the North Texas Cares Funders Collaborative. It you’ll recall when the pandemic started, it was pretty harum-scarum. Nonprofits were seeing their fundraising efforts being canceled and the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2021 Cherish The Children Virtual Luncheon Honorees And Keynote Speaker Revealed
JUST IN: Nexus Spring Luncheon Canceled, But The 50 For 50 Anniversary Campaign Continues
After months of planning and COVID-19 caused postponements of its Spring Lunch featuring Mackenzie Phillips, The Auxiliary of Nexus fundraiser was on the calendar for an in-person event at the Hilton Anatole on Friday, May 21. But despite the best efforts of Auxiliary President Janina Solomon and Luncheon Chair Elizabeth Minahan, it was decided that it still wasn’t the right … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Nexus Spring Luncheon Canceled, But The 50 For 50 Anniversary Campaign Continues
Mike Shaw’s Ice Bubbles Recipe Makes The Freezing Temps Warm The Heart
To celebrate this snowy and cold Presidents Day, here’s a little experiment that you might want to try — making ice bubbles. It's not every winter that North Texans have the right frigid environment to create these little works of art. But thanks to the incredible freezing temperatures and Minnesota-based photographer/physics and astronomy professor Dr. Mike Shaw, you'll know … [Read more...] about Mike Shaw’s Ice Bubbles Recipe Makes The Freezing Temps Warm The Heart
JUST IN: Liz “Homeless To Harvard” Murray Scheduled For Family Compass’ North Star Virtual Luncheon
"Breaking Night: A Memoir of Forgiveness, Survival, and My Journey from Homeless to Harvard" author Liz Murray never fails to impress audiences with the story of her life journey. Each time it’s as if it is the first time that she’s sharing it with just a close friend. And over the years there have been updates on where her journey has taken her since her childhood nightmare of … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Liz “Homeless To Harvard” Murray Scheduled For Family Compass’ North Star Virtual Luncheon
Former Foster Child Josh Shipp To Keynote Rainbow Days’ Hybrid Pot Of Gold Luncheon
In years past the month of June has been pretty much dead in the water for fundraising events. After all, some folks head out for summer vacations and others are just too worn out from all the spring activities to attend another lunch. But 2021 is different. Unlike its sibling year 2020 when everyone hunkered down in their rabbit holes for most of the year and virtual … [Read more...] about Former Foster Child Josh Shipp To Keynote Rainbow Days’ Hybrid Pot Of Gold Luncheon
JUST IN: Maura Women Helping Women And Young Women Leaders Awards’ Keynoter And Awardees Announced
2021 Maura Women Helping Women and Young Leaders Awards Co-Chairs Jana Etheridge and Hattie Hill are putting a special polish on the Texas Women’s Foundation celebration. The virtual event on Thursday, April 29, will be $42 to attend in honor of the annual fundraiser’s 42nd anniversary presented by AT&T. Interestingly, the keynote speaker will be Girls in Tech … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Maura Women Helping Women And Young Women Leaders Awards’ Keynoter And Awardees Announced
A Writer’s Garden Literary Symposium And Luncheon Was A “Fine” Experience With A Virtual “Farmer”
As the holidays neared, the Women's Council of the Dallas Arboretum served up a feast for the eyes and tastebuds at its annual A Writer's Garden Literary Symposium and Luncheon on Tuesday November 17. Because of the COVID-19 requirements, the accessories of the day were masks that complemented outfits and face shields that showcased faces. Some guests like Vaughan Gross, Pat … [Read more...] about A Writer’s Garden Literary Symposium And Luncheon Was A “Fine” Experience With A Virtual “Farmer”
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