The Cowboys may have been playing the Bears on Thursday, December 5, on TV, but according to the crowds lining up at the Arboretum, nobody was watching. So much was going at the 66-acre wonderland. Folks were queued up to wander the beautiful grounds with its holiday decorations and nighttime lighting; young people in long gowns and suits made their way to A Tasteful Place for … [Read more...] about The McCaslands, The Olsons And The Late Sue Ringle Were Honored At The Arboretum’s Great Contributor Gala
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Ackerman Center Leadership Awardee Hobson Wildenthal Emphasized The Importance Of Learning From The Past For The Sake Of The Future
On Sunday, November 17, the Davidson-Gundy Alumni Center at the University of Texas at Dallas was lit up and filled with nearly 300 people for the first Ackerman Center Leadership Dinner honoring Distinguished Scholar in Residence and former provost Dr. Hobson Wildenthal. In addition to his leadership in developing the University’s curriculum, he became a dedicated force in … [Read more...] about Ackerman Center Leadership Awardee Hobson Wildenthal Emphasized The Importance Of Learning From The Past For The Sake Of The Future
Dallas CASA’s 2019 Champions Of Children Award Dinner Raises ‘Money For The Honeys’
"What are we doing tonight, Cynt?" Greg May, co-chair of Dallas CASA's 2019 Champion of Children Award Dinner along with Hannah May, Janice and Richard Davis and Virginia and Edward Schaefer, shouted the question out from the lectern to Cynt Marshall, a Dallas CASA board member. Shot back Cynt from the audience at the Omni Dallas Hotel: "We're raisin' money for … [Read more...] about Dallas CASA’s 2019 Champions Of Children Award Dinner Raises ‘Money For The Honeys’
Yellow And Black Tie Gala Results In a Record Breaking Fundraiser For Behavioral Health At Methodist Richardson Medical Center
The annual Yellow and Black Tie Gala was a magical experience for Methodist Richardson Medical Center at the Renaissance Dallas. In addition to having a magician to entertain the sold-out crowd on Saturday, November 9, a record-breaking half million dollars was provided for the Center's Behavioral Health program. Here's a report from the field: North Texans really know how … [Read more...] about Yellow And Black Tie Gala Results In a Record Breaking Fundraiser For Behavioral Health At Methodist Richardson Medical Center
Big Black Tie Ball Salutes Big Brothers Big Sisters Of Greater Dallas’ Military Mentoring Program And Volunteers
North Texas fundraising on Saturday, November 9, at the Hilton Anatole had the black-tie set out to salute the efforts of adult volunteers, who have served as Big Brothers and Big Sisters. With a special nod to the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Dallas' Military Mentoring program, the Big Black Tie Ball hauled in more than $500K for the organization. Here's a report from … [Read more...] about Big Black Tie Ball Salutes Big Brothers Big Sisters Of Greater Dallas’ Military Mentoring Program And Volunteers
JUST IN: 2020 Chldren’s Cancer Fund Models Revealed But With An Extra Shine Of Gold
There was a slight change in plans for the reveal of the 2020 Children’s Cancer Fund Gala models. Stalwart supporters Roger Staubach and Troy Aikman were still on board. Jennifer Arthur was still at the helm of Children’s Cancer Fund. Children’s Health’s pediatric cancer research and treatments were still benefiting from the gala co-chaired by Jamie O’Banion and Holly Pellham … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2020 Chldren’s Cancer Fund Models Revealed But With An Extra Shine Of Gold
Communities Foundation Of Texas Fund Holders Come Together For A “Pride OF Place”
With the holidays quickly approaching and recovery still in place from the devastation created by October's tornadoes, the Communities Foundation of Texas philanthropic fund holders came together on Tuesday, November 6, at CFT for both a review of the past year's activities by CFT President/CEO Dave Scullin and Chief Relationship Officer Monica Egert Smith, as well as a talk by … [Read more...] about Communities Foundation Of Texas Fund Holders Come Together For A “Pride OF Place”
With Likes Of Ann-Margret, Ed Sullivan And Raquel Welch, The Family Place Was A Starry ReuNight
The trees had scarcely had time to change from summer-colored crepe myrtles to fall's golds, browns and oranges before, lo and behold, winter was on the doorstep. Just before a frigid blast hit, though, The Family Place’s ReuNight was taking advantage of a beautiful evening at the Mansion on Turtle Creek’s Lawn on Wednesday, November 6. Family Place CEO Paige Flink reported … [Read more...] about With Likes Of Ann-Margret, Ed Sullivan And Raquel Welch, The Family Place Was A Starry ReuNight
MySweetWishList: Silver Supper 2020
According to Silver Supper 2020 Chair Patty Huffines, “Plans for Silver Supper 2020 are well underway and my wish for this holiday season is that the community will join me, along with Honorary Chair Nancy Dedman, for a beautiful evening benefiting the Dallas Museum of Art’s Decorative Arts program. “Silver Supper will be held on Friday, February 7, at 7 p.m. in the … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Silver Supper 2020
MySweetWishList: Life Lessons
According to Texas Eating Disorders Association Board President Kristi Bare, “This is an exciting time for our organization as we celebrate our first holiday season as Texas Eating Disorders Association, formerly The Elisa Project. Just like our name change, we are also ‘shaking up’ our 2020 fundraiser ‘Life Lessons’ by hosting a dinner for the first time, featuring an … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Life Lessons
A Passing: Carol Reed
In an era when larger-than-life blondes like Molly Ivins and Ann Richards were busting through Texas political glass ceilings with the three S’s — savviness, self-confidence and a sense of humor — Carol Reed commandeered everything from four-top table negotiations to plans that changed the face of North Texas. It was mesmerizing to watch her work a conference room. Like a … [Read more...] about A Passing: Carol Reed