With the walls of the Dallas Arboretum's Rosine Hall covered in an array of floral images, the 2024 A Writer's Garden guests had the perfect setting on Wednesday, November 13, for the annual Women's Council of the Dallas Arboretum fundraiser. In addition to a reception, a luncheon and a lively auction, speakers Stefani Bittner and Martyn Lawrence Bullard shared design tips and … [Read more...] about A Writer’s Garden Was A Blooming Delight With Stefani Bittner And Martyn Lawrence Bullard Presenting
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2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: North Texas Disability Chamber
According to North Texas Disability Chamber’s President And CEO Dylan M. Rafaty, “In today’s world, it does not adapt to the disability community but instead we must adapt to the world. The disability community is often overlooked and has faced difficult challenges. Some of these include the lack of prioritizing accessibility in physical and digital settings, promoting … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: North Texas Disability Chamber
MySweetOpportunity: Women’s Council Of The Dallas Arboretum And Botanical Garden’s A Woman’s Garden
According to Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden President Therese Rourk, “We are celebrating our 42nd Anniversary this year! “Since 1982 the major goal of the Women’s Council has been the design, construction, funding and endowment of A Woman’s Garden, a principal garden at the Dallas Arboretum and the only public garden in the United States … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: Women’s Council Of The Dallas Arboretum And Botanical Garden’s A Woman’s Garden
Fourth Braniff History And Architecture Conference To Fly High Of The Unplain Plane Days
There was a time when Dallas-based Braniff ruled the skies not only in North Texas but internationally. In addition to its unplain planes and flight crews in Emilio Pucci attire, it set a new standard for flying the skies. So great was its stamp on the airline world, its impact has continued despite its demise decades ago thanks to Braniff International and the non-profit … [Read more...] about Fourth Braniff History And Architecture Conference To Fly High Of The Unplain Plane Days
31st Anniversary Genesis Women’s Shelter Luncheon Netted A Whopping $1,036,000 More Than Hoped
Whoa! Before folks head out of town for summer hiatus, the Genesis number-crunchers have provided great news. As a result of the Genesis Women’s Shelter Luncheon, Genesis Women's Shelter CEO Jan Langbein reported that thanks to feature keynote speaker Sheryl Lee Ralph, “the final net from the 31st Anniversary Luncheon was $1,036,00, surpassing our goal of … [Read more...] about 31st Anniversary Genesis Women’s Shelter Luncheon Netted A Whopping $1,036,000 More Than Hoped
Annual Research Symposium Provided A Cancer Research Update Thanks To Cattle Baron’s Ball
Since its first fundraiser in 1974, Dallas' Cattle Baron's Ball has been dedicated to funding cancer research. While it has been known for holding the "world's largest single-night fundraiser for the American Cancer Society," the driving force is the battle against cancer. To provide its committee with developments and updates in the research of cancer, the Cattle Baron's … [Read more...] about Annual Research Symposium Provided A Cancer Research Update Thanks To Cattle Baron’s Ball
MySweetOpportunity: A Writer’s Garden Literary Symposium And Luncheon
According to Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden President Karen Sargent, “We are delighted to share the exciting news about the upcoming 17th annual A Writer's Garden Literary Symposium and Luncheon benefiting the Women's Council of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden and A Woman's Garden. “Themed ‘Homes, Hospitality and Heavenly Gardens,’ … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: A Writer’s Garden Literary Symposium And Luncheon
JUST IN: The Meadows Foundation And Yulise Reaves Waters To Receive New Friends New Life Awards
As the fall fundraising season nears, many North Texas non-profits will be saluting individuals and organizations with awards. One of the first to announce its lineup of awards is New Friends New Life that is celebrating its 25th anniversary at its luncheon taking place on Friday, September 29, at the Hyatt Regency Dallas. In addition to having Kerry Washington as the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: The Meadows Foundation And Yulise Reaves Waters To Receive New Friends New Life Awards
Cattle Baron’s Research Symposium Had Both A Cancer Researcher And Survivor For A SRO Crowd
To rev up the commitment of the 2023 Cattle Baron's Ball to raise funds for American Cancer Society research in North Texas, Co-Chairs Andrea Cheek and Isabell Novakov Higginbotham schedule its annual research symposium for Tuesday, February 28. Taking place at the home of Lydia and Dan Novakov (aka Isabell's folks), Symposium Co-Chairs Lisa Hewitt, Amanda Shufeldt and … [Read more...] about Cattle Baron’s Research Symposium Had Both A Cancer Researcher And Survivor For A SRO Crowd
Texas Independence Day Celebrations Have North Texans Fundraising “With Valor And Swagger”
While newcomers to these parts may not know Texas history, anyone who made it through the state’s grade and/or junior-high schools can tell why Texas is called the Lone Star State. And besides their own birthday, the next most important date to a diehard Texas is March 2 (aka Texas Independence Day), when the Texas Declaration of Independence was signed creating the Republic of … [Read more...] about Texas Independence Day Celebrations Have North Texans Fundraising “With Valor And Swagger”
JUST IN: 2022 TWF Leadership Forum And Award Celebration Will Inspire Through Real-Life Stories
With the first three months of 2022 looking a bit lean on in-person fundraising, April is busting out all over. For those in need of a boost of wellness and inspiration, Texas Women’s Foundation’s Leadership Forum and Award Celebration (LFAC) is just the answer. Taking place at the Omni Dallas Hotel on Tuesday, April 26, and presented by AT&T, the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2022 TWF Leadership Forum And Award Celebration Will Inspire Through Real-Life Stories