Grant Halliburton Foundation has bravely brought to light the reality of young people dealing with devastating decisions. Still the Foundation has soldiered on to support the youngsters and their families and friends working through the issues. To shine a light on how even sports greats have not just dealt with mental health challenges, but have risen above them to help … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Former MLB Player Drew Robinson To Share His Story With Eric Nadel At Beacon Of Hope Luncheon
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JUST IN: Dallas CASA CEO Kathleen LaValle To Receive NCJW Dallas’ Pioneering Partner Award
Back in 1979, University of Notre Dame graduate Kathleen McElroy was in her first year at SMU Dedman School of Law. During that same year the National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) Dallas received a grant to fund a pilot program, Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), that Seattle Judge David W. Soukup had started in 1976 for trained volunteers to advocate for children who … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dallas CASA CEO Kathleen LaValle To Receive NCJW Dallas’ Pioneering Partner Award
JUST IN: Four New Members Join Crystal Charity Ball Committee Of 100 Volunteers
With cold temperatures and snow/sleet/rain falling, 2025 Crystal Charity Ball Chair Mary Martha Pickens has just sent out warm news about the newest members of the CCB committee of 100 volunteers. Joining the organization dedicated to providing funds for Dallas County children's non-profits since 1952 are Sally Dutter, Lora Farris, Catherine Jaynes and Katie … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Four New Members Join Crystal Charity Ball Committee Of 100 Volunteers
2025 UNCF North Texas Mayors’ Masked Ball Co-Chairs, Honorees And Details Are In Place
2025 North Texas Mayors' Masked Ball Co-Chairs Lael and Peter Brodsky aren't letting the chilly weather slow down plans for the UNCF North Texas fundraiser. Taking place on Saturday, February 15, at the Hyatt Regency Dallas, the black-tie evening will be hosted by Lady Jade and include testimonials by students who have benefited from UNCF North Texas. The highlight of … [Read more...] about 2025 UNCF North Texas Mayors’ Masked Ball Co-Chairs, Honorees And Details Are In Place
JUST IN: 2025 Junior Symphony Ball General Admission Tickets Go On Sale Wednesday At 10 A.M.
While North Texans are grateful not to be in Cincinnati and other parts of the Midwest facing Winter Storm Blair, the young crowd is preparing for a swift sellout for the 2025 Junior Symphony Ball. 2025 JSB Co-Chairs Emerson Mayes of Bishop Lynch, Clara Tolleson and Johnny Willingham of Episcopal School of Dallas, Gracelyn Nix and Jack Steed of Highland Park, Kate … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2025 Junior Symphony Ball General Admission Tickets Go On Sale Wednesday At 10 A.M.
North Texas’ First Big Chill Of 2025 Is Charging Down To This Neck Of The Woods
If anyone thought the first days of the New Year had been brisk, be prepared for what's around the corner. Next week will make this week look like a day at the beach. The big change will start Sunday morning with temperatures in the 60s. But by afternoon a strong cold front will shove those numbers to the the lower 40s. As for night time, the drop to the 20s will start … [Read more...] about North Texas’ First Big Chill Of 2025 Is Charging Down To This Neck Of The Woods
MySweetWishList: Grant Halliburton Foundation
According to Grant Halliburton Foundation Co-Founder Amy McCloskey, “My wish for Grant Halliburton Foundation is for people to support our organization by volunteering their time to become mental health advocates for young people. “We offer hope to people when they need it most. If we can save just one life through our efforts, it will be worth it. Many lives have now … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Grant Halliburton Foundation
MySweetWishList: Dallas Children’s Theater Gala
According to 2025 Dallas Children’s Theater Gala Co-Chairs Carol and Kevin March, “This holiday season, it’s our wish that the community join us March 21, 2025, at the iconic Longhorn Ballroom in their ‘cowboy cocktail attire’ for Dallas Children’s Theater’s (DCT’s) Annual Gala. “As chairs this year, we’re thrilled to bring together our community in support of a … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Dallas Children’s Theater Gala
MySweetWishList: Dallas Symphony Orchestra League
According to the Dallas Symphony Orchestra League President Dixey Arterburn, “Now in its 80th year, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra League's mission is to support the Dallas Symphony Orchestra through fundraising, service and outreach education. It is our wish to have the community join us in support of these programs which offer much needed services to those youth who many … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Dallas Symphony Orchestra League
MySweetWishList: After-School All-Stars North Texas’ 2025 Rising Stars Luncheon
According to After-School All-Stars North Texas' (ASASNT) 2025 Rising Stars Luncheon Co-Chairs Catherine Jaynes and Katherine Wyker, “After-School All-Stars (ASAS) is the largest national organization, with a strong local presence, that specifically focuses on serving middle school age students. As ASAS’ name recognition grows in North Texas, we are working diligently to … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: After-School All-Stars North Texas’ 2025 Rising Stars Luncheon
MySweetWishList: Dec My Room North Texas
According to Dec My Room North Texas Director Heather Smith, “Our wish at Dec My Room’s North Texas Chapter is to have the continued support of the North Texas community to sponsor a personalized room for children spending the holidays in the hospital. Our mission to decorate rooms for pediatric patients who are admitted into the hospital for greater than three weeks is … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Dec My Room North Texas