It appears that Saturday, October 1, is going to be a very busy night. The black-tie crowd will be fundraising at the Meyerson for the Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala and the Hyatt Regency Downtown Dallas for the SPCA’s Fur Ball. But for those whose tuxedos are on sabbatical, there’s another event whose very name brims with non-stuffy festivities. It the 2022 CitySquare … [Read more...] about CitySquare’s Block Party To Celebrate What Started Only As A Vision To Overcome Poverty
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Dapper Zeke Elliott Underscored His Support Of After-School Programs At Rising Stars Luncheon
After two years of challenges thanks to Mother Nature and the pandemic, the After-School All-Stars North Texas' Rising Stars Luncheon was finally going to take place at Brook Hollow Golf Club on Thursday, May 5. And for the sold-out crowd it was well worth the wait, with Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel "Zeke" Elliott being on stage for a chat with WFAA Main Sport Anchor Joe … [Read more...] about Dapper Zeke Elliott Underscored His Support Of After-School Programs At Rising Stars Luncheon
Vogel Alcove Board’s New Chair Ann Marie Painter And Four New Members Start July 1
Starting Friday, July 1, the Vogel Alcove board of directors will have a new chair and members to support “its therapeutic early childhood services, school-age programs and family support services for homeless children and their families.” The new chair is Ann Marie Painter, who has served on the board for the past 18 years. She will head up the Vogel Alcove board cabinet … [Read more...] about Vogel Alcove Board’s New Chair Ann Marie Painter And Four New Members Start July 1
Wipe Out Kids’ Cancer’s 40th Anniversary Had A Million Surprises And A Gold Ribbon Inspiration
As crowded sidewalks led to SMU’s McFarlin Auditorium for The Podcast Live's Jamie Golden and Knox Mccoy and other stayed on couches to watch the 2022 White House Correspondents Dinner, hundreds of the black-tie optional types … finally … headed to the Arts District Mansion for the Wipe Out Kids’ Cancer's 40th Anniversary Gala on Saturday, April 30. Like many others the … [Read more...] about Wipe Out Kids’ Cancer’s 40th Anniversary Had A Million Surprises And A Gold Ribbon Inspiration
Just Say YES Celebration Debuted New Name, Touching Awards And An Inspiring Keynote Address
To celebrate its 20th anniversary, Just Say YES provided a night of surprises for its "Celebration! A Night Of Hope And Connection" at the Omni Dallas Hotel on Thursday, April 28. From a name refreshening, a surprise award, swag bags for guests and a memorable talk by keynote speaker Mike Singletary, the night was a memory maker ... and a money maker, thanks to a $50,000 … [Read more...] about Just Say YES Celebration Debuted New Name, Touching Awards And An Inspiring Keynote Address
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
Rainbow Days Celebrated Two Anniversaries At Pot Of Gold Luncheon With Caylin Louis Moore
With colorful balloons throughout the Omni Dallas Hotel ballroom, the 25th Pot of Gold Luncheon was a rainbow of colors and rightly so, since it was benefiting Rainbow Days on Friday, April 29. The occasion not only celebrated the 25th anniversary of the luncheon but also the Rainbow Days' 40th year of "helping children and youth-in-adversity build coping skills and resilience … [Read more...] about Rainbow Days Celebrated Two Anniversaries At Pot Of Gold Luncheon With Caylin Louis Moore
JUST IN: Errika Flood-Moultrie And Renita Joyce Smith To Co-Chair Chick Lit Luncheon In September
After last year’s fall version of its Chick Lit Luncheon, the Community Partners of Dallas has opted to return to September for its 16th annual fundraiser. With Lara and Dr. Robert Tafel also returning as presenting sponsor, the 2022 Chick Lit Luncheon co-chairs for the mega luncheon at the Hilton Anatole on Friday, September 30, will be Errika Flood-Moultrie and Renita … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Errika Flood-Moultrie And Renita Joyce Smith To Co-Chair Chick Lit Luncheon In September
JUST IN: Family Gateway To Host “The Pursuit Of Happyness'” Chris Gardner At Breakfast Fundraiser
It was two years ago that Family Gateway was scheduled to have author/philanthropist/entrepreneur Chris Gardner at its annual Gateway to Opportunity Luncheon at the Omni Dallas Hotel. But like so may other fundraisers, the pandemic forced organizers to cancel the event. Or, at least, that’s what the COVID germs thought. Today it was announced that Purvi Albers … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Family Gateway To Host “The Pursuit Of Happyness'” Chris Gardner At Breakfast Fundraiser
JUST IN: Retiring Dec My Room North Texas Director Karen Michlewicz To Be Succeeded By Heather Smith
Karen Michlewicz helped bring the Dec My Room program to Dallas in 2015. Since that time she has spearheaded the organization’s local growth, resulting in more than 200 volunteers and Dec’ing hundreds of rooms for patients experiencing extended hospital admissions at Children’s Medical Center Dallas. Due to its success, Dec My Room Dallas had expanded the program to the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Retiring Dec My Room North Texas Director Karen Michlewicz To Be Succeeded By Heather Smith
Grovel Alert: 2022 Crystal Charity Ball Fashion Shows
As usual the Crystal Charity Ball office has been swamped with reservations for its 2022 Ten Best Dressed Fashion Show’s two-in-one-day presentations on Thursday, September 8, at Neiman Marcus NorthPark. It seemed to happen even quicker than usual thanks to Dolce and Gabanna being the featured designer on the runway. Now 2022 CCB Chair Susan Farris and 2022 Fashion … [Read more...] about Grovel Alert: 2022 Crystal Charity Ball Fashion Shows