According to National Black MBA Association Dallas-Fort Worth Community Relations Committee Chair Demetrius Washington, This past spring, billionaire Robert F. Smith pledged to pay off the student loans for his fellow class of 2019 graduates. Mr. Smith’s extraordinary gesture was widely celebrated but helped to emphasize the student debt crisis in America. According to a … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: National Black MBA Association Dallas – Fort Worth
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North Texas Giving Day Booster: Moving Forward Dallas
According to Moving Forward Dallas Founder Madison Hicks, Moving Forward Dallas (MFD) strives to empower young dancers by providing affordable unique training opportunities that will help to equip them with the skills they need to succeed in today’s artistic world. Our mission is to give young artists access to cost-effective resources that promote creative, mental and … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Moving Forward Dallas
North Texas Giving Day: Warrior Spirit Project
According veteran/ veteran spouse/Warrior Spirit Project Ambassador Liz Willis, Warrior Spirit Project was established on July 6, 2015, by president and founder Charla Truesdale. Spending two decades working with the military gave Charla a firsthand look at the stress and trauma that service members often face and she wanted to create opportunities for them to find healing … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day: Warrior Spirit Project
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Grow The Grove 2019
According to Grow the Grove 2019 Honorary Chair Karen Carney, Few people know how to celebrate the successes happening in Southeast Dallas like the friends of Cristo Rey Dallas. Just ask the Grow the Grove Chair Committee, which reads like a Rolodex of great party throwers: Julie and Mike Allen, Megan and Joe Barrie-Schwarz, Kendall and Will Coleman, Alex and Ford … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Grow The Grove 2019
MySweetCharity Opportunity: North Texas Folds Of Honor 4th Annual Gala
According to Folds Of Honor North Texas Chapter President Mike Beltz, In the folded flag we see the heavy price of freedom, yet it’s also a symbol of hope, representing the enduring ideals that make this country a beacon of democracy. We chose this logo because it reflects our mission – to honor the sacrifice of America’s heroes, while giving hope to the bearers of their … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: North Texas Folds Of Honor 4th Annual Gala
2019 Presidential Leadership Scholars Are Praised By Former Presidents Bush And Clinton At A Graduation Ceremony
Roslyn Dawson Thompson was in the big crowd at the George W. Bush Presidential Center on Thursday, June 27, for a graduation ceremony honoring the 2019 class of Presidential Leadership Scholars (PLS). The PLS is an executive-style leadership program that former Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush started five years ago. Those selected for the program spend six months … [Read more...] about 2019 Presidential Leadership Scholars Are Praised By Former Presidents Bush And Clinton At A Graduation Ceremony
MySweetCharity Opportunity: 1 Million 4 Anna Foundation’s 8th Annual Texas Celebration Dinner And Golf Tournament
According to Anna Foundation Co-Founder and Anna Lee Basso’s mother Carol Basso, Please join us for 1 Million 4 Anna Foundation’s 8th Annual Texas Celebration Dinner and Golf Tournament on Sunday, September 22, and Monday, September 23! This year, the Celebration Dinner will take place at the Westin Galleria Dallas Hotel and the Golf Tournament at Stonebriar Country Club … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: 1 Million 4 Anna Foundation’s 8th Annual Texas Celebration Dinner And Golf Tournament
Plans Revealed At Monica And Joe Eastin’s Home For Folds Of Honor North Texas 4th Annual Gala
Offering a break from the recent rain and heat, Monica and Joe Eastin's home was the perfect spot on Thursday, June 13, for the kickoff of the Folds of Honor North Texas 4th Annual Gala. For the occasion, Folds of Honor Founder Maj. Dan Rooney told guests why the funds raised at the event were so necessary to help families of disabled and deceased members of the military. In … [Read more...] about Plans Revealed At Monica And Joe Eastin’s Home For Folds Of Honor North Texas 4th Annual Gala
JUST IN: AWARE President Jolie Humphrey Reveals 13 Grant Recipients For 2019-2020
AWARE President Jolie Humphrey just announced the Dallas and Collin County grant recipients for 2019-2020. Some are new; some are vets of AWARE’s support of organizations “on the frontlines in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease.” And the recipients and their programs are: Baylor Healthcare System: Continued salary support for the Baylor AT&T Memory Center to … [Read more...] about JUST IN: AWARE President Jolie Humphrey Reveals 13 Grant Recipients For 2019-2020
Eight Texans Can North Texas Seniors Receive International Bank of Commerce Scholarships
As part of International Bank of Commerce’s “We Do More” philosophy, eight Texans Can Academy North Texas students were each awarded a $1,000 scholarship. The eight North Texas students who received the scholarships included the following: Osmar Benavente, Katelynd Glenn, Judith Gonzalez, Josue Guzman, Tyeisha Howard, Jackson Nzarubara, Vanessa Ruby and Kasey … [Read more...] about Eight Texans Can North Texas Seniors Receive International Bank of Commerce Scholarships
Aware Affair Was Brimming With Purple Jackets, The Six Million Dollar Man And Those Touched By Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer's has become the 21st century's most stealthy disease. It doesn't happen suddenly with a rash or an ache. Initially it might be written off as just normal forgetfulness. But then it transcends to less and less brain awareness. And it effects are not limited to just the patient. It touches their family and friends, both emotionally and financially. Lee "The Six … [Read more...] about Aware Affair Was Brimming With Purple Jackets, The Six Million Dollar Man And Those Touched By Alzheimer’s