Just got an SOS from the Easter Bunny. It seems that due to all those pesky COVID-19 restrictions, the fuzzy little lepus has been hamstrung in putting together Easter baskets for Dallas County abused and neglected children. To help the cottontail brighten the lives of children who have been through so much, Community Partners of Dallas and Child Protective Services (CPS) … [Read more...] about Hop On Board The Easter Basket Drive For Dallas County Abused And Neglected Children
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NorthPark Is Both An In-Person And A Virtual Wonderland Of Sights, Sounds And Activities For Kids Of All Ages
NorthPark may be known for its shopping experiences throughout the year, but during the holidays it becomes a wonderland of activities. Just this past weekend families came from near and far to watch, listen and in some cases participate in the fun. For instance, Friday night's free Dallas Symphony Orchestra's Mobile Concert by The Concert Truck in the Neiman Marcus … [Read more...] about NorthPark Is Both An In-Person And A Virtual Wonderland Of Sights, Sounds And Activities For Kids Of All Ages
MySweetToyDrive: Community Partners Of Dallas
According to Community Partners of Dallas President/CEO Paige McDaniel, "Thank you to those in the community who have supported Community Partners of Dallas' first-ever virtual Toy Drive, but it’s not over yet! There are still a few days left to help us bring hope to thousands of abused and neglected children in Dallas County by fulfilling a holiday wish through CPD’s … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: Community Partners Of Dallas
MySweetToyDrive: United To Learn
According to United To Learn Director of Literacy Chyla Weaver, “Anxious to get out and get giving?? Until Tuesday, December 15, United to Learn is collaborating with Interabang Books for a special Holiday Book Drive to enhance elementary school libraries across our 47 Dallas ISD partner campuses citywide. “While you're out or online shopping for your friends and family, … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: United To Learn
MySweetToyDrive: Prism Health North Texas’ 16th Annual Holiday Food And Toy Drive
According to Prism Health North Texas Case Manager Supervisor Neacy Turner, “This year has been tough for all North Texans, especially for children who have had their worlds disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. From confusion about school safety and online learning, the lack of socialization at school and with friends, to economic and other hardships at home as many parents … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: Prism Health North Texas’ 16th Annual Holiday Food And Toy Drive
MySweetToyDrive: The Wilkinson Center’s Toy Drive And Distribution
According to The Wilkinson Center Engagement Manager Laura Ingrim, “Wilkinson Center’s mission is to create pathways out of poverty for the 10,000 clients we serve each year. One of our most fun and meaningful events is the annual Toy Drive And Distribution. Since 2011, Wilkinson Center has been collecting toys, bicycles, and gift cards for children in the Dallas community. … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: The Wilkinson Center’s Toy Drive And Distribution
MySweetToyDrive: Interfaith Family Services’ Annual Christmas Store
According to Interfaith Family Services Director of Development Jessica Rood, “Each year, we provide quality children’s gifts to families who otherwise would wake up on Christmas morning without any gifts under the tree. The families we serve at Interfaith are homeless (residing in our transitional housing program) and/or have experienced a recent crisis like job loss, … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: Interfaith Family Services’ Annual Christmas Store
MySweetToyDrive: Vogel Alcove’s Holiday Store
According to Vogel Alcove President/CEO Karen Hughes, “How do you keep the Christmas tradition alive when you are homeless? Instead of going home for the holidays, families have to make sacrifices and come up with new ways to celebrate. “Though the windows are not yet filled with glitter and lights, the holiday season is fast approaching. At Vogel Alcove, that means it is … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: Vogel Alcove’s Holiday Store
MySweetToyDrive: The Warren Center’s Operation Santa Toy Drive
According to The Warren Center’s CEO Amy Spawn, “Every year, the Warren Center hosts hundreds of children with developmental delays and disabilities at the annual Operation Santa holiday event, where gifts from our annual toy drive are distributed in a fun, safe and sensory-friendly atmosphere. This year's event, however, will look different due to COVID-19. To ensure social … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: The Warren Center’s Operation Santa Toy Drive
JUST IN: Thanks To Santa, MySweetToyDrive Series Is Available For Good Little North Texas Nonprofits
Have we got an offer for toy drivers! Normally, MySweetCharity does not run posts about holiday toy drives. This time of year there are just too many of them, don’t you know? But Santa sent word that he really could use some help this year since these are not normal times. As he put it, “There are way too many youngsters who have mustered through the past year wearing masks, … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Thanks To Santa, MySweetToyDrive Series Is Available For Good Little North Texas Nonprofits
Community Partners Of Dallas Launches Holiday Toy Shoppe Presented By The Moody Foundation
Halloween hasn't even taken place and Community Partners of Dallas is already kicking off its annual toy drive this year. Instead of the traditional toy shop-and-drop for Dallas County abused and neglected children, it’s going to be a virtual shop-athon. Thanks to the help of Presenting Sponsor The Moody Foundation, there will be an online Holiday Toy Shoppe, where … [Read more...] about Community Partners Of Dallas Launches Holiday Toy Shoppe Presented By The Moody Foundation