It goes without saying that 2020 established a sorrowful record of deaths since COVID-19 invaded our lives. Within that brief time, coronavirus has become the third leading cause of death in the U.S., with more than 343,000 victims and 27,000+ in Texas to date. The daily tallies have almost numbed the mind to the magnitude of the losses. In addition to the pandemic’s … [Read more...] about The Passings Of 2020 North Texas Inspirations
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MySweetWishList: Folds Of Honor North Texas
According to Folds Of Honor North Texas Board of Directors Chairman Mike Beltz, “The Folds of Honor North Texas proudly provided 118 scholarships totaling $590,000 in our North Texas Community in 2019. Unfortunately, COVID-19 has forced the cancellation of all of our annual chapter fundraising events this year including several third party fundraising events that we … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Folds Of Honor North Texas
MySweetWishList: Equest
According to Equest Board Member Teresa Fishman, “An incredible connection takes place when people interact with horses. "It is truly something remarkable to behold and my wish is that your readers will become monthly donors at any level to support Equest in its mission to enhance the quality of life for children and adults with diverse needs. “My journey with Equest … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Equest
MySweetEssential: Dallas Summer Musicals
According to Dallas Summer Musicals President Kenneth Novice, With a proud, 80-year history of presenting and promoting excellence in live musical theater in the historic Fair Park, the nonprofit Dallas Summer Musicals (DSM) has become an essential part of the North Texas community through live entertainment, education, and community outreach. In partnership with … [Read more...] about MySweetEssential: Dallas Summer Musicals
MySweetEssential: Cristo Rey Of Dallas
According to Cristo Rey of Dallas Development Director Abby Hoak-Morton, Now more than ever, a culture of innovative thinking is critical to the Greater Dallas community. At Cristo Rey Dallas, students who wouldn’t otherwise have access to a college prep education are working one day a week at top businesses to earn 65% of their tuition. Even through a global … [Read more...] about MySweetEssential: Cristo Rey Of Dallas
Dallas Symphony Orchestra Is Tuning Up For A Couple of Major Fundraisers
If ever North Texas needed a little music, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra is going to provide it. The staff has been busy charging ahead with plans for the fall and winter with some big fundraising events. And they’ve even tweaked them to be social-distancing-friendly. First on the calendar will be the annual Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala on Saturday, September 12, at … [Read more...] about Dallas Symphony Orchestra Is Tuning Up For A Couple of Major Fundraisers
JUST IN: 2020 Moody Scholars Recognized In Parking Lot Presentations At James Madison And Lincoln High Schools
Parking lots are becoming the special places of interest nowadays thanks to the world created by COVID-19. For instance, the parking lots of James Madison High School and Lincoln High School were the scenes of a presentation of laptops to the 15 students, who were named Moody Scholars as part of the Moody Foundation's Moody Scholars program. According to Moody Foundation … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2020 Moody Scholars Recognized In Parking Lot Presentations At James Madison And Lincoln High Schools
Attitudes And Attire’s Luncheon Had Fashions And Flags Onstage And A Surprise Announcement
At noon on Friday, February 21, North Texans had two totally different fundraisers. At St. Philip’s School and Community Center’s Snyder Activity Center, the 20th Annual Destiny Award Luncheon was underway with Taraji P. Henson as guest speaker and Peter Brodsky receiving the 2020 Mona and David Munson Humanitarian Award. Over at the Dallas Trade Mart, Attitudes and Attire … [Read more...] about Attitudes And Attire’s Luncheon Had Fashions And Flags Onstage And A Surprise Announcement
2020 Virginia Chandler Dykes Awardee Jennifer Staubach Gates Calls On The Steelers For Help
When Dallas City Council person Jennifer Staubach Gates accepted the Virginia Chandler Dykes Award at the TWU Dallas Leadership Luncheon on Thursday, February 20, she almost choked up. But thanks to a secret handed down from her father/former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Roger Staubach, she rallied on and "steelered" the day. Here's a report from the field: A sold-out … [Read more...] about 2020 Virginia Chandler Dykes Awardee Jennifer Staubach Gates Calls On The Steelers For Help
MySweetWishList: Spark Dallas
According to Spark Dallas Board of Directors Chair Ted Stafford, "At Spark Dallas it’s our mission to ignite the spark of creativity inherent in all children by engaging children from second grade through high school in full creative immersion and hands-on learning programs. Research shows that the arts prepare students for success in school, work and life by boosting … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Spark Dallas
MySweetWishList: Cristo Rey Dallas
According to Cristo Rey Dallas Board Member Cheryl Joyner, "Students at Cristo Rey Dallas work one day a week at top businesses across North Texas, learning valuable professional skills while earning 65% of their college prep tuition. “Drawing students from 51 zip codes, Cristo Rey Dallas provides a unique educational and work opportunity for students of families with … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Cristo Rey Dallas