According to Community Partners of Dallas President/CEO Paige McDaniel, "The Community Partners of Dallas Toy Drive is back and we are asking the community to help bring holiday joy to the thousands of Dallas County’s abused and neglected children we serve again this year! “For many of our kids, it may be the first time they have ever received a present. For all, it will … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: Community Partners Of Dallas
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MySweetToyDrive: Family Gateway
According to Family Gateway Community Engagement Director Kathy Kidwell, “Our mission is to provide stability and life-changing supportive services to families with children experiencing homelessness. For the past 10 years, I have had the pleasure of overseeing volunteers and coordinating special initiatives to get the community involved in our work. “This holiday … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: Family Gateway
JUST IN: MySweetToyDrive Series Returns To Help Santa And The Elves
Last year, we put our toe in the water for holiday toy drives. As a result, Santa sent the sweetest note saying that it really helped him, Mrs. Claus and the elves in making wishes come true. In closing he asked whether MSC couldn’t run it again. Well, who could say “No” to a cute man with a white beard and a herd of reindeer? So, to stay on Santa “good list," MSC is going … [Read more...] about JUST IN: MySweetToyDrive Series Returns To Help Santa And The Elves
Chick Lit’s Goldie Hawn “Churns” Up Thoughts On Joy, Marriage And Why There’ll Be No More Movie Stars
In the Hilton Anatole’s Wedgwood Room, guests did a double-take on Friday, September 24. Despite reports that 2021 Chick Lit Luncheon featured author Goldie Hawn would be unable to attend the Community Partners of Dallas fundraiser in person, she was very present... thanks to life-size cutouts. One stood solo on the right side of the room; the other was placed in front of a … [Read more...] about Chick Lit’s Goldie Hawn “Churns” Up Thoughts On Joy, Marriage And Why There’ll Be No More Movie Stars
MySweetWishList: ChildCareGroup
According to ChildCareGroup volunteer Amy McEvoy, “I’m Amy McEvoy, a Dallas mom of three and long-time volunteer for the region’s largest and oldest early education provider, ChildCareGroup. I am passionate about the work they do caring for and educating 40,000 North, Central and Southeast Texas children so their parents can join the workforce and break cycles of … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: ChildCareGroup
MySweetToyDrive: Community Partners Of Dallas
According to Community Partners of Dallas President/CEO Paige McDaniel, "Thank you to those in the community who have supported Community Partners of Dallas' first-ever virtual Toy Drive, but it’s not over yet! There are still a few days left to help us bring hope to thousands of abused and neglected children in Dallas County by fulfilling a holiday wish through CPD’s … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: Community Partners Of Dallas
MySweetToyDrive: Prism Health North Texas’ 16th Annual Holiday Food And Toy Drive
According to Prism Health North Texas Case Manager Supervisor Neacy Turner, “This year has been tough for all North Texans, especially for children who have had their worlds disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. From confusion about school safety and online learning, the lack of socialization at school and with friends, to economic and other hardships at home as many parents … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: Prism Health North Texas’ 16th Annual Holiday Food And Toy Drive
MySweetToyDrive: The Wilkinson Center’s Toy Drive And Distribution
According to The Wilkinson Center Engagement Manager Laura Ingrim, “Wilkinson Center’s mission is to create pathways out of poverty for the 10,000 clients we serve each year. One of our most fun and meaningful events is the annual Toy Drive And Distribution. Since 2011, Wilkinson Center has been collecting toys, bicycles, and gift cards for children in the Dallas community. … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: The Wilkinson Center’s Toy Drive And Distribution
MySweetToyDrive: Interfaith Family Services’ Annual Christmas Store
According to Interfaith Family Services Director of Development Jessica Rood, “Each year, we provide quality children’s gifts to families who otherwise would wake up on Christmas morning without any gifts under the tree. The families we serve at Interfaith are homeless (residing in our transitional housing program) and/or have experienced a recent crisis like job loss, … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: Interfaith Family Services’ Annual Christmas Store
MySweetToyDrive: Vogel Alcove’s Holiday Store
According to Vogel Alcove President/CEO Karen Hughes, “How do you keep the Christmas tradition alive when you are homeless? Instead of going home for the holidays, families have to make sacrifices and come up with new ways to celebrate. “Though the windows are not yet filled with glitter and lights, the holiday season is fast approaching. At Vogel Alcove, that means it is … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: Vogel Alcove’s Holiday Store
MySweetToyDrive: The Warren Center’s Operation Santa Toy Drive
According to The Warren Center’s CEO Amy Spawn, “Every year, the Warren Center hosts hundreds of children with developmental delays and disabilities at the annual Operation Santa holiday event, where gifts from our annual toy drive are distributed in a fun, safe and sensory-friendly atmosphere. This year's event, however, will look different due to COVID-19. To ensure social … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: The Warren Center’s Operation Santa Toy Drive