According to Community Partners of Dallas President/CEO Joanna Clarke, “As we approach year end, I am carrying our children in my heart. With 59% of our families living on a household income of less than $14,000 per year, they are struggling daily. There is so much need, and so many children that need our help. “When 6-year-old Felix’s neighbor heard crying outside at … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Community Partners Of Dallas
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Dallas CASA Honors The Dallas Mavericks At An “Incredible” Champion Of Children Award Dinner
Just outside the Regency Ballroom at The Fairmont Dallas on Friday, October 18, the reception for Dallas CASA's 2024 Champion of Children Award Dinner was under way, and people were getting excited. Word had it that top officials with the NBA's Dallas Mavericks team—honored recipient of Dallas CASA's Jan and Judge Barefoot Sanders Champion of Children Award tonight—had … [Read more...] about Dallas CASA Honors The Dallas Mavericks At An “Incredible” Champion Of Children Award Dinner
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Donkey And Equine Haven
According to Donkey and Equine Haven volunteer Rebecca Tudor, “Donkeys are intelligent, curious, and deeply emotional animals, and each one has a story to tell. “The mission of Donkey and Equine Haven is to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome every equine that comes to us. Most of the donkeys and other equines who find themselves in the care of the volunteers at Donkey and … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Donkey And Equine Haven
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Cumberland Youth And Family Services
According to Cumberland Youth And Family Services Director of Development Jennifer Jenkinson, “For 120 years, Cumberland Youth And Family Services has been creating safe places to call home. Each day, more than 60 residents wake up across our campus, where they are provided safety, stability, hope, and healing. Last year, we provided 15,402 days of care to youth in foster … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Cumberland Youth And Family Services
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: White Rock Dog Rescue
According to White Rock Dog Rescue volunteer Anne Whitaker, “Lilia Hollis and her husband, Clay, had just moved into their new home atop Flagpole Hill just a stone's throw from the eastern shore of White Rock Lake in Dallas. “The plaintive howling was from Blue, a droopy-eared basset hound, who refused to be coaxed inside by the sleepy-eyed newlyweds. Instead, he dashed … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: White Rock Dog Rescue
MysweetOpportunity: Community Partners Of Dallas’ 2024 Change Is Good
According to Change is Good Honorary Chair family mom Madison Strode, "Hey there, Dallas-area families! I’m excited to invite you to one of our family’s favorite events of the year, Change is Good benefiting Community Partners of Dallas! Mark your calendars for Sunday, October 13, from 3 to 6 p.m. and join us in CenterPark Garden at NorthPark Center for an afternoon packed … [Read more...] about MysweetOpportunity: Community Partners Of Dallas’ 2024 Change Is Good
Antwone Fisher Shared His Struggles From Childhood To Manhood At Family Compass’ North Star Luncheon
For guests arriving for the VIP at “a local country club” for Family Compass’ North Star Luncheon, things were a bit confusing on Monday, April 29. Instead of being directed to the north driveway, where valets typically would relieve guests of their wheels, no one was there. Horrors! Whatever were the guests to do? Some wondered if it had been a cost-saving decision to … [Read more...] about Antwone Fisher Shared His Struggles From Childhood To Manhood At Family Compass’ North Star Luncheon
2024 Chick Lit Patrons Felt Right At Home Surrounded By Kat And Noelle’s Spring Frocks
Where else would the Community Partners of Dallas' 2024 Chick Lit Luncheon patron party take place but at a real girly boutique like Kat And Noelle? And that was exactly the scene on Tuesday, March 5 on Lovers Lane. Needless to say, the racks of adorably cute dresses and looks were being perused by the likes of Tricia George, Sally Dutter, Stephanie Hardeman, Debbie Munir, … [Read more...] about 2024 Chick Lit Patrons Felt Right At Home Surrounded By Kat And Noelle’s Spring Frocks
Grovel Alert: Family Compass 2024 North Star Luncheon
While many are in other parts for spring break as scary weather approaches North Texas, there are two camps — either they have their reservations for Family Compass’ North Star Luncheon, or they’re shutting their eyes realizing they hadn't due to being sidetracked by spring break. Well, stop slathering on the sunscreen for your morning sun worship and/or catching the day's … [Read more...] about Grovel Alert: Family Compass 2024 North Star Luncheon
JUST IN: Betty Regard To Receive Dallas CASA’s Caroline Rose Hunt Cherish The Children Award
2024 Cherish the Children Co-Chairs Lisa Tenorio Truppa and Jessilyn Thiboult Wilson have just shared news about the Dallas CASA fundraiser. The longtime Dallas CASA Children's Council child advocates have announced that North Texas philanthropist Betty Regard will be presented with the Caroline Rose Hunt Cherish the Children Award. Taking place at the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Betty Regard To Receive Dallas CASA’s Caroline Rose Hunt Cherish The Children Award
JUST IN: Foster System Survivor Antwone Fisher To Bring His Story To Family Compass’ North Star Luncheon
Each time best-selling author/U.S. Navy veteran/children's rights advocate Antwone Fisher visits North Texas, he leaves behind a trail of inspiration — and an abundance of new best friends. Born in prison and immediately placed in the foster care system, he wrote the 2001 best-seller "Finding Fish: A Memoir" about his journey overcoming abuse and neglect. It was such a hit … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Foster System Survivor Antwone Fisher To Bring His Story To Family Compass’ North Star Luncheon