According to United to Learn President Carol Goglia, There is no question that back-to-school season is looking very different: drive-by meet-the-teacher, delayed school starts, virtual learning options, new entry procedures with health checks, and mask wearing. But, while things feel and look different, one thing remains the same: United to Learn is underway with their annual … [Read more...] about MySweetEssential: United To Learn
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Dallas Institute Of Humanities And Culture’s 16th Annual Hiett Prize To Be Presented To Zena Hitz Virtually
The Dallas Institute Of Humanities and Culture’s 16th Annual Hiett Prize in the Humanities will be virtually presented to St. Johns College Professor Zena Hitz on Wednesday, November 11. In addition to the award, Zena will receive a cash award of $50,000. According to Institute Executive Director Dr. Larry Allums, "Zena Hitz exemplifies the kind of work, all too rare these … [Read more...] about Dallas Institute Of Humanities And Culture’s 16th Annual Hiett Prize To Be Presented To Zena Hitz Virtually
JUST IN: Girl Scouts Of Northeast Texas’ Annual Women Of Distinction Awardees Revealed
Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas CEO Jennifer Bartkowski has been busy during the pandemic lining up an All-Star lineup for the 16th Annual Women of Distinction on Friday, October 30. She started off by having Plano’s “First Lady” Tracy LaRosiliere and AT&T Assistant VP of Compliance Michelle Thomas come on board as co-chairs for the fundraiser. This trio has arranged for … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Girl Scouts Of Northeast Texas’ Annual Women Of Distinction Awardees Revealed
MySweetEssential: Society Of St. Vincent De Paul Of North Texas
According to Society Of St. Vincent De Paul Of North Texas CEO Michael Pazzaglini, The Society of St. Vincent de Paul of North Texas provides emergency assistance to people in need in the forms of rent, utilities, food, clothing, furnishings, and medications. In addition, SVdP provides systemic change programs that address after-school education, low-interest loans to … [Read more...] about MySweetEssential: Society Of St. Vincent De Paul Of North Texas
MySweetEssential: Rainbow Days
According to Rainbow Days CEO Tiffany Beaudine, As COVID-19 impacts our world, we have all been feeling its effects. Although our experiences during this pandemic may vary, we are all experiencing a great deal of uncertainty and stress in our lives, families and communities. For the at-risk and homeless children whom Rainbow Days serves, these feelings of insecurity … [Read more...] about MySweetEssential: Rainbow Days
7th Annual Fashion Notes Luncheon And Style Show Will Be An In-Person Fundraiser
While many traditional events have gone the virtual route during the rest of 2020, Dallas Symphony Orchestra League President Anne Ligon, Fashion Notes Luncheon And Style Show Chairs Karen Cox and Honorary Co-Chairs Claire Catrino and Cile McCormick are charging ahead with an in-person event. Plans call for the 7th annual fundraiser to get underway at the Fairmont Dallas … [Read more...] about 7th Annual Fashion Notes Luncheon And Style Show Will Be An In-Person Fundraiser
2020 North Texas Giving Day Tackles Killer Year For More Than 3,300 Area Nonprofits
Thursday launches North Texas Giving Day as if your email boxes haven’t already ballooned in overload with notices. But this year’s slam-bang push is totally different. Thanks to the March hit by COVID-19, the area charities have been decimated. Nearly eight months of fundraising has been wiped out due to health concerns for residents. Some organizations might not … [Read more...] about 2020 North Texas Giving Day Tackles Killer Year For More Than 3,300 Area Nonprofits
North Texas Giving Day Booster: The Clubhouse For Special Needs
According to The Clubhouse of Special Needs Founder Darlene Hollingsworth, The Clubhouse for Special Needs [The Clubhouse] was founded 2006. Throughout the past six years, North Texas Giving Day through their on-line giving event has provided the opportunity for people across the globe to help The Clubhouse with their operating expenses as well their expansion program. … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: The Clubhouse For Special Needs
North Texas Giving Day Booster: St. Philip’s School And Community Center
According to St. Philip’s School And Community Center Individual and Alumni Giving Manager Breanna Turnley, For nearly 75 years, St. Philip’s School And Community Center has been an agent for positive change in South Dallas. We have participated in North Texas Giving Day for ten years, and each year the campaign continues to be a vessel for our ministry to flourish and … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: St. Philip’s School And Community Center
North Texas Givings Day Booster: Unbound Fort Worth
According to Unbound Fort Worth Director of Youth Prevention Sonya Brooks, Children like Maddie** are the reason we fight human trafficking and ignite hope. Your support is the reason we can. In the last year since North Texas Giving Day 2019, I have trained over 7,000 students relative to how they can protect against and prevent future exploitation for themselves and … [Read more...] about North Texas Givings Day Booster: Unbound Fort Worth
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Resource Center
According to Resource Center Youth First member Brandon Fontenot, Every year, North Texas Giving Day helps Resource Center raise critical funds for Youth First, Resource Center’s community program serving lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer/questioning (LGBTQ) youth ages 12-18. The only program of its kind in Dallas, Youth First addresses the challenges LGBTQ … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Resource Center