Youth Equipped to Succeed's (YES) "Celebration! - A Night Of Hope And Connection" Honorary Co-Chairs Nancy and Ron Houston just finalized plans for the fundraiser on Thursday, April 18. Taking place at the Omni Dallas Hotel, the dinner's keynote speaker will be former NFL players/author Brad Cousino, whose memoir, "Unwanted, Unworthy, Unshackled" revealed his 18 years of … [Read more...] about Former NFL Player/Author Brad Cousino To Keynote YES’s “Celebration! – A Night Of Hope And Connection”
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Crystal Charity Ball Bus Tour Provided Committee Members With A Firsthand Look At 2024 Beneficiaries
Organizers were a bit concerned about the 2024 Crystal Charity Ball bus tour of its beneficiaries on Thursday, February 15. The problem was there were more committee members signing up than there was room. Luckily, at the last minute, a couple of ladies had to cancel, allowing for all to have a seat. Sponsored by Joan Eleazer and Layne Pitzer/Briggs Freeman| Sotheby's, the … [Read more...] about Crystal Charity Ball Bus Tour Provided Committee Members With A Firsthand Look At 2024 Beneficiaries
Grovel Alert: 2024 Rising Stars Luncheon Featuring Dallas Cowboys Linebacker Micah Parsons
The next week appears to be a time-out for North Texas non-profits thanks to spring breaks, but it's simply the lull before the slam-bang of activities in the weeks to come. Even before the schools shut down for the holiday week, the After-School All-Stores North Texas' Rising Stars Luncheon is close to selling out.. ASAS NTX Executive Director Justin Hensley has just … [Read more...] about Grovel Alert: 2024 Rising Stars Luncheon Featuring Dallas Cowboys Linebacker Micah Parsons
Denim Will Rule 2024 AWARE Affair’s “Boots, Buckles And Brain Health” To Kick Down Alzheimer’s
AWARE Dallas is shifting its fundraising plans. Instead of stilettos and business suits, the 2024 AWARE Affair Co-Chairs Angie Carpenter, Dr. Kamilia Smith and Lacey Young are hankering for a more western feel with “Boots, Buckles And Brain Health.” Taking place on Friday, April 12, at Gilley’s Dallas, the event fighting Alzheimer's has also corralled some longtime AWARE … [Read more...] about Denim Will Rule 2024 AWARE Affair’s “Boots, Buckles And Brain Health” To Kick Down Alzheimer’s
Eric Nadel’s Birthday Proves To Fine-Tune The Art Of Giving For Grant Halliburton Foundation
While some folks may dread their birthdays, Texas Rangers voice Eric Nadel is celebrating his in a big way. Instead of accepting gifts, his Eric Nadel's Birthday Benefit is supporting the Grant Halliburton Foundation. Presented by Haynes and Boone, the 12th annual concert birthday bash will take place on Thursday, May 16, at The Kessler Theater with Rhett Miller … [Read more...] about Eric Nadel’s Birthday Proves To Fine-Tune The Art Of Giving For Grant Halliburton Foundation
Dallas Afterschool Is Ringing The Bell For Playing Around At 2024 Recess With Dr. Froswá Booker-Drew
If you’re hankering to play games, Dallas Afterschool has just the ticket for you. Its 2024 Recess! fundraiser is the perfect playtime for first dates and longtime married types with “adult-sized versions of childhood classic games like Connect 4, Jenga, ladder ball, and cornhole, along with sought-after highlights like Musical Chairs and a prize-filled Sandbox.” 2024 … [Read more...] about Dallas Afterschool Is Ringing The Bell For Playing Around At 2024 Recess With Dr. Froswá Booker-Drew
Communities In Schools Of Dallas Region Topped Off Its 4S Campaign In A Crowning Way
The journey of a fundraising campaign is a true memory maker. But when the goal is achieved there's a true sense of accomplishment in attaining what may have seemed impossible. However, if those involved in the effort truly believe in it, they are driven with a truly remarkable power. So it was that Communities in Schools of the Dallas Region (CISDR) instilled such dedication … [Read more...] about Communities In Schools Of Dallas Region Topped Off Its 4S Campaign In A Crowning Way
JUST IN: Ashlee And Chris Kleinert Named 2024 J. Erik Jonsson Ethics Awardees
Over the past 27 years, SMU's Cary M. Maguire Center For Ethics And Public Responsibility has shone a light on "individuals who epitomize the spirit of moral leadership and public virtue" at its J. Erik Jonsson Ethics Award Luncheon. Recipients have included Peter Brodsky, Michael Sorrell, Nancy Strauss Halbreich, Bobby Lyle, Terry Flowers and Lyda Hill, to name a few. It … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Ashlee And Chris Kleinert Named 2024 J. Erik Jonsson Ethics Awardees
JUST IN: Virginia Chandler Dykes Award To Honor Abby And Todd Williams At TWU’s Dallas Leadership Luncheon
As Texas Woman's University Dallas Campus President Monica Christopher settles into her new office, word has just arrived about the 2024 Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award that will be presented to public education advocates Abby and Todd Williams at the "Dallas Leadership Luncheon." Todd is the founding chairman and CEO of The Commit Partnership, the nation's … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Virginia Chandler Dykes Award To Honor Abby And Todd Williams At TWU’s Dallas Leadership Luncheon
JUST IN: Cowboys Micah Parsons To Keynote ASAS North Texas’ 7th Annual Rising Stars Luncheon
Following in the steps of Dallas Cowboys Dak Prescott and Zeke Elliott, After-School All-Stars North Texas has arranged to have Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons (aka #11) as the keynote speaker for the 7th Annual Rising Stars Luncheon, taking place at Brook Hollow Golf Club on Wednesday, March 27. Having totaled more than 40 sacks in his first three seasons in the National … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Cowboys Micah Parsons To Keynote ASAS North Texas’ 7th Annual Rising Stars Luncheon
VolunteerNow’s Hearts Of Texas to Honor Randy Bowman, Community Partners Of Dallas And Lewisville ISD
In addition to being "National Volunteer Month," April might be declared “Fundraising Lunch Month” with North Texas noontime fundraisers springing up like bluebonnets. The latest entry in the food funders is VolunteerNow’s Hearts Of Texas Luncheon. Taking place on Thursday, April 18, at the Dallas Arts District Mansion, the event will have highlights including the … [Read more...] about VolunteerNow’s Hearts Of Texas to Honor Randy Bowman, Community Partners Of Dallas And Lewisville ISD