Even though the torrential storms hadn't hit the DFW neighborhood earlier today, Dallas CASA CEO/President Kathleen LaValle and her crew aren't taking any chances with their Champions for Children fundraiser at The Rustic Thursday night. Instead of building a ho-hum ark, they're "erecting a tent over the seating area," and all systems are go come rain or shine with Austin … [Read more...] about UPDATE ALERT: Dallas CASA’s Champion for Children
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Deadline For 2022 Crystal Charity Ball Grant Applications Nears
The clock is ticking down for Dallas County children’s non-profits to submit their applications to be 2022 Crystal Charity Ball beneficiaries. 2022 CCB Chair Susan Farris and CCB Charity Selection Chair Suzy Gekiere are greeting the postperson each day as s/he delivers applications. But with the deadline by noon this Friday, it might be wise for those putting the … [Read more...] about Deadline For 2022 Crystal Charity Ball Grant Applications Nears
17th Annual Heroes And Handbags Has A New Type Of Venue And Format For Friday’s Fundraising
Unlike years past, Dallas’ Heroes And Handbags is swapping its usual auction in a hotel’s ballroom. This Friday the Heroes For Children will be taking place in a private residence in the tony town of Highland Park. And Co-Chairs Alison Malone and Kelley Schadt didn’t stop there. They decided on a “new format.” Instead of a sit-down luncheon, the gals realized that during … [Read more...] about 17th Annual Heroes And Handbags Has A New Type Of Venue And Format For Friday’s Fundraising
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
Refresh Frisco Is Helping Children To Feel Clean and Confident Thanks To A Good Samaritan
Within every community, needs arise that probably would have gone by the wayside if someone hadn’t picked up on the little signs. That’s exactly what happened when Liz Watkins discovered such a situation during her years working at her children’s schools in Frisco and volunteering at the local food pantry for the past five years. She decided that she wanted to ramp up her … [Read more...] about Refresh Frisco Is Helping Children To Feel Clean and Confident Thanks To A Good Samaritan
Save The Children Comes To The Rescue With $250,000 For Winter Storm Uri Damaged ChildCareGroup Centers
When Winter Storm Uri put Texas in the deep freezer, 200 of ChildCareGroup’s 1,000 child care centers were impacted. The result “included broken pipes, loss of learning materials and education supplies and more,” with some in need of various stages of repair to reopen. Coming to the aid of these free child care assistance centers is Save the Children, which has provided … [Read more...] about Save The Children Comes To The Rescue With $250,000 For Winter Storm Uri Damaged ChildCareGroup Centers
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Dogs Matter
According to Dogs Matter volunteer online marketing and foster operations leader Taylor Stensrud, “Founded in 2014 by Stephen Knight, Dogs Matter is the only dog fostering program in the country that helps to temporarily house dogs during the owner’s stay at treatment for alcohol and drug addiction. Finding a temporary home for your dog while going to treatment is an issue … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Dogs Matter
North Texas Giving Day Booster: ExplorTech
According to ExplorTech Executive Director Gary E. Sullivan, Ed.D., “'Necessity [purpose] is the mother of invention.' An invention is an idea, that’s all. But an idea can be driven by vision, and vision, in turn, can be driven by hope. This is the beauty of combining the hope of an educator with the curiosity and purpose of an inventor. It is my hope that our remarkable … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: ExplorTech
North Texas Giving Day Booster: CAWP Cares
According to CAWP Cares CFO Laterrica Blalock, “Every human being needs the minimal list of elements to achieve a decent lifestyle. Food, shelter, education, and health care are some of the most fundamental human needs. Despite all the progress and technological development, America still faces the problem such as illiteracy, lack of shelter, and other basic … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: CAWP Cares
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Camp Summit
According Camp Summit Marketing and Public Relations Manager Abbey Cumnock, “By participating in North Texas Giving Day since it began, in 2009, Camp Summit has raised over $230,000 for kids and adults with special needs. This generous support has made it possible for an additional 536 individuals to enjoy a unique week of camp, at our barrier-free campground. “'We’ve … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Camp Summit