As hot as it has been in recent days, the Communities Foundation of Texas team has been firing up plans for the 18-hour North Texas Giving Day that has amazed the world of fundraising! Why, within the past 10 years, this amazing undertaken has provided more than $240M for thousands of North Texas nonprofits. They’ve come a long way from the $4M hauled in for 345 nonprofits in … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity’s North Texas Giving Day Booster Series Starts Monday
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JUST IN: Carlton Oby Is Returning To West Dallas’ Mercy Street As Executive Director
When Trey Hill started Mercy Street in West Dallas, he had a dream. It was “to have someone from West Dallas be equipped to run the ministry.” After 16 years of dreaming, Trey’s hope will become a reality on Thursday, August 1, when West Dallas native Carlton Oby becomes the executive director of the program “to spark community restoration by engaging in mutually-transforming … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Carlton Oby Is Returning To West Dallas’ Mercy Street As Executive Director
Alexa Conomos And Ron Corning Are Teaming Up Once Again To Provide “Aid For Elan”
While most North Texans are returning to their normal, air-conditioned lives with internet connections and brand new food, there are more than 500 folks who have found themselves more or less homeless. They are the people who until Sunday afternoon had called Elan City Lights home.Backstory: When the tropical storm-like winds hit Dallas Sunday, a construction crane smashed … [Read more...] about Alexa Conomos And Ron Corning Are Teaming Up Once Again To Provide “Aid For Elan”
Sunday’s Surprise Storm Brought Trees And Power Down, But Neighbors Rose To The Occasion
Sunday's devastating storm with its 70 MPH winds brought down trees, power lines and life in general for North Texas. Particularly hard hit was Dallas proper and the Park Cities. For some it was the loss of electricity for a few hours; for others, it's still lights out. From hundreds of stoplights and major retail centers to entire neighborhoods, it's been a rude awakening of … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Surprise Storm Brought Trees And Power Down, But Neighbors Rose To The Occasion
JUST IN: 2019 Visionary Woman Luncheon Plans Revealed To Benefit Juliette Fowler Communities
Juliette Fowler Communities (JFC) President/CEO Nicole Gann popped the champagne this afternoon as well as the news about the 2019 Visionary Woman Luncheon at JFC’s campus. Taking place on Friday, May 3, the seventh annual JFC fundraiser will return to the Omni Dallas Hotel to honor women who have had an impact in the North Texas community with Natalie and Mike Morin as event … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2019 Visionary Woman Luncheon Plans Revealed To Benefit Juliette Fowler Communities
2019 Crystal Charity Ball Committee Tours Its Ten Dallas County Children’s Non-Profit Beneficiaries
Alas, Thursday, February 21, was one of those stay-in-bed days. Not only was it more than brisk and the clouds looked like cauliflower gone bad, there was hail falling. Despite the gloom and doom of the day, the 2019 Crystal Charity Ball gals filled the Craig Vogel Savvy Transportation Services bus with Vincent Williams at the wheel to get a firsthand look at the ten 2019 … [Read more...] about 2019 Crystal Charity Ball Committee Tours Its Ten Dallas County Children’s Non-Profit Beneficiaries
Communities Foundation Of Texas Opens An Office In Frisco To Accommodate Collin County’s Growing Philanthropy
With more and more philanthropic endeavors taking place north of the Bush Turnpike, Communities of Texas Foundation expanded its availability to provide resources by opening an office at 2401 Internet Blvd., Suite 101, Hall Park G1, in Frisco on Tuesday, February 12. With more than 200 including present CFT trustees and Collin County resident, the celebration was highlighted by … [Read more...] about Communities Foundation Of Texas Opens An Office In Frisco To Accommodate Collin County’s Growing Philanthropy
Dallas Faulted For ‘White Supremacy’ During Communities Foundation Of Texas’ Cause-Minded Conversation
The Communities Foundation of Texas is aiming to expand the depth and breadth of its community outreach. So on Tuesday, December 4, it hosted a Cause-Minded Conversation titled "The Role of Faith Communities in Addressing Equity/Inclusion." The purpose: exploring ways that churches can move beyond addressing issues like poverty and homelessness to tackle "fairness, equity and … [Read more...] about Dallas Faulted For ‘White Supremacy’ During Communities Foundation Of Texas’ Cause-Minded Conversation
Grovel Alert!: 2019 Can Do! Luncheon
The invitations are in the mail for The Wilkinson Center's Can Do! Luncheon and it sounds like they could have saved the postmaster some wear and tear and postage.According to 2019 Can Do! Luncheon Chair Linda Secrest, there are less than a handful of tables left.Little wonder. The Monday, March 4th fundraiser will honor Can Do! Couple Awardee Kathy and Larry Helm, Can … [Read more...] about Grovel Alert!: 2019 Can Do! Luncheon
JUST IN: Gloria Campos To Reflect On Changes In North Texas Families At North Star Luncheon
For over 40 years, Gloria Campos not only observed and reported on the growth of North Texas, she held a front row seat regarding the changing dynamics of families. In addition to being the mother of twin boys, she also served for decades as the producer of WFAA’s Wednesday’s Child program.North Star Luncheon Co-Chairs Susan Wells-Jenevein and Candace Winslow … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Gloria Campos To Reflect On Changes In North Texas Families At North Star Luncheon
JUST IN: 19th Annual Destiny Award Luncheon To Have A-Rod For A Home Run Of A Fundraiser
The news is continuing to hit home runs for upcoming North Texas fundraising. This one is tailor-made for anyone who loves baseball, is addicted to TMZ and/or is a St. Philip’s School and Community Center supporter.First, clear your lunchtime on Friday, March 1. You’ll want to be in the St. Philip’s Snyder Activity Center for the 19th Annual Destiny Award Luncheon.Now, … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 19th Annual Destiny Award Luncheon To Have A-Rod For A Home Run Of A Fundraiser