According to ChildCareGroup volunteer Andrea Weber, “I’m Andrea Weber, a Dallas mom of two who volunteers for ChildCareGroup, the region’s largest and oldest early education provider for underserved communities. I care deeply about the work they do educating and caring for North Texas’ most vulnerable children and their families. This community need has been made abundantly … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: ChildCareGroup
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MySweetWishList: Dream Center Dallas
According to Dream Center Dallas Director Kacie Kintz, “At Dream Center Dallas, we want to ensure parents in Dallas can have wrapped presents under the Christmas tree this year for their children without having to worry about the financial burden it may cause. On Saturday, December 11, at 12 p.m., Dream Center Dallas volunteers are hosting a shopping experience for parents … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Dream Center Dallas
MySweetToyDrive: Wilkinson Center
According to Wilkinson Center Engagement Manager Laura Ingrim, “The holidays are meant to be a joyful time, but they are often seasons of great stress and worry for parents and families in our communities. Holidays at Wilkinson Center, presented by Central Market, is our annual toy drive and distribution. Many of Wilkinson Center’s clients are struggling to keep roofs … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: Wilkinson Center
MySweetToyDrive: The Salvation Army Of North Texas
According to The Salvation Army of North Texas’s Senior Director of Community Relations Christina Cavalier, “As North Texans prepare to face one of the most challenging holiday seasons, The Salvation Army of North Texas is seeking Christmas gifts for tens of thousands of angels who have not yet been adopted through the Angel Tree Program. “For nearly four decades, The … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: The Salvation Army Of North Texas
MySweetToyDrive: Community Partners Of Dallas
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
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