The word “impact” is indeed making an impact on a couple of upcoming North Texas fundraisers. In addition to Dallas-Fort Worth Urban Land Institute’s (ULI) Sixth Annual Impact Awards Gala on Thursday, October 20, at the Dallas Renaissance Hotel, there’s the AIA Dallas and Architecture And Design Foundation’s Inaugural Impact Dallas Gala two weeks later on Thursday, November 4, … [Read more...] about North Texas Is Getting Impacted By A Couple Fundraisers With One For Good And A Rose
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UPDATE: North Texas Food Bank’s Black-Tie Harvest Gala At The Omni Dallas Is Postponed to 2022
The North Texas Food Bank has been on the COVID war frontline for the past 18 months by providing food non-stop for those in need. If there was ever a group that deserved to take a breather and celebrate its recent accomplishments plus its 40 years of fighting hunger, it's NTFB CEO/President Trisha Cunningham, the staff and its countless supporters. That’s why today’s … [Read more...] about UPDATE: North Texas Food Bank’s Black-Tie Harvest Gala At The Omni Dallas Is Postponed to 2022
MySweetCharity Opportunity: 2021 Flora Award
According to Texas Discovery Gardens Board Member Ann Dyer, “The Flora Award, one of Dallas' oldest and most prestigious honors, has been presented in support of Texas Discovery Gardens since 1982. It recognizes outstanding citizens and organizations that have demonstrated a commitment to community service, education, sustainable conservation and enhancement of quality of … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: 2021 Flora Award
MySweetOpportunity: Dallas Symphony Orchestra League
According to Dallas Symphony Orchestra League President Venise Stuart, “We are kicking off an exciting year ahead for the Dallas Symphony Orchestra League! We are 76 years old with a proud history of music, fundraising and fun! Over the last several years we have contributed to the Dallas Symphony $21 million which goes towards the community and educational outreach … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: Dallas Symphony Orchestra League
JUST IN: It’s “Fair” To Say Texas Discovery Gardens’ Flora Award Honoree Is A True Texas Icon
Texas Discovery Gardens’ Flora Award is presented annually to honor “outstanding citizens and organizations that have demonstrated a commitment to community service, education and the environment." In the past such recipients have included Lindalyn Adams, Allie Beth and Pierce Allman; Ruth Altshuler; Laura and George W. Bush; Mary Anne Cree; Barbara Hunt Crow; Nancy and Bob … [Read more...] about JUST IN: It’s “Fair” To Say Texas Discovery Gardens’ Flora Award Honoree Is A True Texas Icon
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: 2021 La Fiesta De Las Seis Banderas
As proof that life has returned to North Texas’ in-person fundraising activities, Saturday, June 5, was rocking and rolling with everything from the Equest Gala at Texas Horse Park, Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Big Dance at the Meyerson and La Fiesta De Las Seis Banderas bowing at the Hilton Anatole. This year’s La Fiesta had 40 Duchesses and their … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: 2021 La Fiesta De Las Seis Banderas
2022 DSOL Debutante Announcement Was Streamlined And So Were Hemlines
2022 Dallas Symphony Orchestra League Presentation Ball Chair Elizabeth Gambrell had quite a challenge the evening of Thursday, May 27. With 49 gals making up the 2022 class of DSOL debs, the reveal gathering at Stanley Korshak had all the chances of being an all-nighter rollout. But then Elizabeth was an old hand at presentations, having co-chaired La Fiesta des las Seis … [Read more...] about 2022 DSOL Debutante Announcement Was Streamlined And So Were Hemlines
JUST IN: 2021 Black Tie Dinner Is Returning To A Familiar Venue With Wheels And Limited Attendance
A highlight of this year’s Pride Celebration at Fair Park this past weekend was 2021 Black Tie Dinner Senior Co-Chair Brad Pritchett's and Junior Co-Chair Terry Loftis' announcements about the 40th Annual Black Tie Dinner. First, the event will be returning to the Sheraton Dallas on Saturday, November 13. According to Brad, “After careful consultation with local … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2021 Black Tie Dinner Is Returning To A Familiar Venue With Wheels And Limited Attendance
JUST IN: 2021 Crystal Charity Ball Is Crossing The Pond For Its Theme Of Peace Love London
Word has just made the rounds that the Crystal Charity Ball 2021 theme — Peace Love London — is going to provide a jolly, good time. Translation: It’s not going to be a Henry Higgins stuffy, stiff-upper lip affair with curtsying and Handel. Instead, set your compass in the direction of The Beatles, “Bridgerton,” Sir Elton, “Kingsman: The Golden Circle,” Stella McCartney and, of … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2021 Crystal Charity Ball Is Crossing The Pond For Its Theme Of Peace Love London
JUST IN: Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala Is Returning To In-Person Watching And Listening
Seems like everybody is getting their news in before summer hits. And it's all great news. Just because last year's Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala was canceled because of the "P" word, its Co-Chairs Andy Smith and Paul von Wupperfeld and Honorary Co-Chairs Mary and Rich Templeton weren't giving up on raising funds for the DSO. The foursome, who all have roots in … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala Is Returning To In-Person Watching And Listening
JUST IN: Dallas Summer Musicals’ 2021 Evening With The Best Of Broadway Is Gonna Be With “Hamilton”
Since the pandemic hit, the word “change” has become commonplace and Dallas Summer Musicals is doing just that with a splash — changing its annual Evening with the Best of Broadway fundraiser. Instead of Fair Park’s Music Hall stage being the showplace for a solo performance by a Broadway great, it’s going to be the scene of a full performance of “Hamilton.” According to … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dallas Summer Musicals’ 2021 Evening With The Best Of Broadway Is Gonna Be With “Hamilton”