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June 15 Update Of Cancellations And Going Virtual

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While folks are putting their toes in the water to test the new protocol of getting out-and-about, a couple high-profile fundraisers have just sent word that they're canceling this year’s events. However, that doesn’t mean that they’re slacking off trying to haul in funds for their programs. If you have some spare change, they sure would appreciate your sharing it. Here’s … [Read more...] about June 15 Update Of Cancellations And Going Virtual

North Texas Texans Can Academies To Kick Off Summer Meals Program For Kids Monday

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One of the challenges facing too many families every summertime is feeding their youngsters. During the school year, these kids rely on school providing breakfast and lunches. But those meals disappear when school is out. Many times programs step up to make up the difference. However, this year’s COVID-19 has already put incredible pressure on the various food … [Read more...] about North Texas Texans Can Academies To Kick Off Summer Meals Program For Kids Monday

We’ve Rescheduled! – Camp Summit’s Jim And Linda Teague Golf Tournament

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According to Camp Summit CEO Carla R. Weiland, The Jim And Linda Teague Golf Tournament benefiting Camp Summit for 26 years was originally scheduled for Monday, April 27. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, we had to cancel but are happy to announce we have rescheduled for Monday, August 31, at Bear Creek Golf Club. The tournament begins at 8:30am with a shotgun start. Our … [Read more...] about We’ve Rescheduled! – Camp Summit’s Jim And Linda Teague Golf Tournament

A Gentle Reminder: MySweetCharity Calendar Needs You

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While it may seem ages away, fall fundraising is underway. Folks are queuing up sponsors, patron party locations and even new fundraising events. Created back in January 2013, the MSC Calendar’s sole purpose was to help get the word out and let others know that North Texas nonprofits are staking their territory for a certain date. The hope was to prevent fundraising … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: MySweetCharity Calendar Needs You

JUST IN: Gunnar Rawlings To Receive Cristo Rey Dallas’ “Ignite Award”

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In 2011 Gunnar Rawlings was an English teacher at Bishop Machebeuf High School and known as the First Son of Dallas, when his dad Mike Rawlings became mayor. In 2013 he signed up to help launch Cristo Rey Dallas College Prep to North Texas. Before the first students donned their uniforms, Gunnar had “led the feasibility study that laid the groundwork" as well as “recruiting … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Gunnar Rawlings To Receive Cristo Rey Dallas’ “Ignite Award”

Breakfast With Santa Spectacular Was The Perfect Morning-After Fundraiser For Children’s Medical Center Foundation

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On the morning of Sunday, December 8, there were quite a few bleary-eyed folks, who had barely enough time to swap their tuxedos and designer gowns for khakis and flats before heading to NorthPark Center. Just hours before they had been guests at the 2019 Crystal Charity Ball benefiting Dallas children’s charities. But now they were supporting another children’s fundraiser by … [Read more...] about Breakfast With Santa Spectacular Was The Perfect Morning-After Fundraiser For Children’s Medical Center Foundation

MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Breakfast With Santa Spectacular

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Breakfast With Santa Spectacular was the perfect wake-up call for adults to rise and shine the morning after the 2019 Crystal Charity Ball. With munchkins wearing bows in their hair and patiently waiting their turns to visit with Old Saint Nick, NorthPark Center became North Texas’ NorthPolePark on the morning of Sunday, December 8. Hosted by the Women's Auxiliary to Children's … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Breakfast With Santa Spectacular

Grovel Alert: Breakfast With Santa Spectacular

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Well, darn it. Seems that Sunday morning at NorthPark is going to be turned into NorthPole for a heaping lot of kids and their adult escorts thanks to Breakfast With Santa Spectacular benefiting Children's Health. Along with the legendary NorthPark Santa, there will be prancers, dancers and all types of cupids entertaining and selfie-ing. And as for the grownup types, … [Read more...] about Grovel Alert: Breakfast With Santa Spectacular

Breakfast With Santa Spectacular Will Be The Season’s Very Merrily Hit For Kids Of All Ages

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With just barely enough time to digest turkey, the weekend of December 7 is going to be as busy as roofers in North Texas. On Saturday, December 7, the day will start off at 10 a.m. with the Dallas Holiday Parade in downtown Dallas. Afterwards folks will have just enough time to have their hair and makeup done before heading to the Crystal Charity Ball that night at the … [Read more...] about Breakfast With Santa Spectacular Will Be The Season’s Very Merrily Hit For Kids Of All Ages

Dallas Fed Leader Talks Up Education At 10th Annual Aberg Center For Literacy Breakfast

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Lagging literacy rates are a drag on economic productivity, crimping growth in a nation's GDP, or gross domestic product. That was a main message from Robert S. Kaplan, president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, at the 10th annual Legacy of Literacy Breakfast presented by L&B Realty Advisors on Tuesday, October 8. Kaplan's warning was delivered, … [Read more...] about Dallas Fed Leader Talks Up Education At 10th Annual Aberg Center For Literacy Breakfast