Following yesterday’s announcement that Park Cities Historic and Preservation Society was changing its name to Preservation Park Cities, another North Texas nonprofit has revealed that it’s adapting its name. Henceforth Healing Hands Ministry will be known as HHM Health in order “to reflect the agency’s role in providing healthcare for the uninsured and underserved … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Healing Hands Ministries Is Now Known As HHM Health But The Mission Remains The Same
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JUST IN: Park Cities Historic and Preservation Society Stays True To Its Mission With A New Name
When a name change occurs, the first thought is uneasy — a change of direction, a new owner, a divorce, etc. But in the case of the Park Cities Historic and Preservation Society, it’s not only good news, it makes perfect sense. Moving forward it will be known as Preservation Park Cities (PPC). As PPC President Tish Key explained, “An underlying aim of our organization has … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Park Cities Historic and Preservation Society Stays True To Its Mission With A New Name
The Pandemic Battle May Have Been Won, But The War Continues With Trepidation
Remember a year ago at this time? After the initial confusion and panic to find hand sanitizers and masks had calmed down a bit, North Texas non-profit fundraisers were making gut-wrenching decisions about the fall and winter events. Word was sent daily about postponements, cancellations and something called “virtual” get-togethers. It was a brutal time as a virus created … [Read more...] about The Pandemic Battle May Have Been Won, But The War Continues With Trepidation
Wilkinson Center’s Much-Needed Pantry2Go Was Officially Launched In An East Dallas Parking Lot
Despite the early morning's bright sunshine and toasty heat on Friday, June 18, the debut of Wilkinson Center's Pantry2Go at the organization's East Dallas food pantry filled the tents with folks from the North Texas Food Bank (President/CEO Trisha Cunningham, Rose Shippee and David Swain), Wilkinson Center board members (Board President Elizabeth Willis, Chris Gilker, Dawn … [Read more...] about Wilkinson Center’s Much-Needed Pantry2Go Was Officially Launched In An East Dallas Parking Lot
La Fiesta De Las Seis Banderas Returned With Bowing Duchesses, White-Tie Escorts And Bare-Back Beauties
Looking over the black-tie crowd in the foyer of the Anatole’s Chantilly Ballroom on Saturday, June 5, La Fiesta de las Seis Banderas Co-chairs Michaela Dyer and Kim Quinn were grateful that the weather hadn’t interfered with any of the week’s activities. True, the night before the Fiesta Under the Stars had had its issues with air conditioning and valet parking. But that was … [Read more...] about La Fiesta De Las Seis Banderas Returned With Bowing Duchesses, White-Tie Escorts And Bare-Back Beauties
Friends Of Wilkinson Center Are Bringing “The Spirit Of Taos” And Dale Hansen To Belo Mansion
Since pandemic cases have calmed down, DFW International, Love Field and private airfields have been in hyper drive with folks wanting to get out of town. But for those who aren’t too crazy over packing luggage and schlepping to other parts, the Friends of Wilkinson Center cuties are bringing Taos to North Texas for the 7th Annual Spirit of Taos. Co-Chairs Karrie Cato, Ida … [Read more...] about Friends Of Wilkinson Center Are Bringing “The Spirit Of Taos” And Dale Hansen To Belo Mansion
Red River Valley Boys And Girls Club Score A New Home Thanks To The Family Of An 1887 “Contractor”
It’s a mistaken conception that Boys and Girls Clubs only take root in urban hubs with more than 100,000 residents. They’re also in smaller townships and “provide a safe, positive and inclusive environment for youngsters of every race, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, ability socio-economic status and religion to reach their full … [Read more...] about Red River Valley Boys And Girls Club Score A New Home Thanks To The Family Of An 1887 “Contractor”
Last Call: Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary Couture Handbag Online Auction Opens To All
Due to the success of the private silent auction of luxury handbags by the Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary, they’ve opened up the grab bag auction of a few of the remaining items until 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 8 (aka tomorrow night!). Three of the items on the bloc include: New Alexandra Clancy python bag handcrafted from Italy (Retail value: $2,500; opening … [Read more...] about Last Call: Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary Couture Handbag Online Auction Opens To All
St. Philip’s 21st Annual Destiny Luncheon Beats The Virtual Odds In Achieving Its Goal
Some good news has just arrived to warm the chill in the air. While some naysayers have claimed that virtual events were just wishful projects, other fundraising types were bound and determined to make the fundraisers successful for their non-profits. One of those home runs was the St. Philips School and Community Center’s virtual Destiny Award Luncheon on Friday, … [Read more...] about St. Philip’s 21st Annual Destiny Luncheon Beats The Virtual Odds In Achieving Its Goal
“Get Shift Done” Got It Done Thanks To A Couple Of Innovative Entrepreneurs And A Lot Of Smart Calls
Ross Perot Jr. was late getting to North Texas Food Bank (NTFB)’s Jan’s Garden late yesterday afternoon. He admitted that he’d “never really liked traffic ‘til currently, but now I see traffic and think ‘Wow, we’re getting back to normal.’” The occasion that drew Ross and other philanthropists and non-profits to the Plano site was the first anniversary of entrepreneurs … [Read more...] about “Get Shift Done” Got It Done Thanks To A Couple Of Innovative Entrepreneurs And A Lot Of Smart Calls
Brian Hawkins To Succeed Healing Hands Ministries Founder/President/CEO Janna Garnder As CEO
It was only a year ago that Healing Hands Ministries (HHM) Founder/CEO/President Janna Gardner was escorting the Crystal Charity Ball members on a tour of HHM's Vickery Meadows facilities. The patient-centered community health center had just been selected as one of the 2020 CCB beneficiaries. Just nine months later, in November, the Lake Highlands Advocate’s Carol Toler … [Read more...] about Brian Hawkins To Succeed Healing Hands Ministries Founder/President/CEO Janna Garnder As CEO