The Orchid Giving Circle ladies really know how to end the week on a high note. Minutes ago they virtually presented $202,000 in grants to the following 13 nonprofits: Asian and Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund (APIA): Scholarships Chetna: Culturally specific services to South Asian victims of domestic violence including legal services, develop skills in the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: The Orchid Giving Circle Virtually Distributes $202,000 In Grants To13 Nonprofits
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2020 Celebrating Women’s Weekly Video: Baylor Scott And White’s Texas Immuno-Oncology Biorepository
When it comes to fundraising for health, there’s always a lot of emphasis placed on the need for research. Baylor Scott And White Dallas Foundation 2020 Celebrating Women Chair Peggy Meyer and Underwriting Chair Jill Tananbaum recognized the importance of strides made in the battle against breast cancer thanks to such funding. For Celebrating Women’s series of videos to help … [Read more...] about 2020 Celebrating Women’s Weekly Video: Baylor Scott And White’s Texas Immuno-Oncology Biorepository
JUST IN: Texas Women’s Foundation’s Virtual 35th Annual Luncheon Nets A For-Real $800,000
The naysayers may pooh-pooh virtual events during these times, but the Texas Women’s Foundation has the moolah to prove otherwise. Thanks to their virtual 35th Annual Luncheon presented by Toyota on Tuesday September 29, they were able to net … not just raise, but net ... $800,000 for TWF’s Resilience Fund. But then how could you lose with Toyota VP/Chief Procurement … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Texas Women’s Foundation’s Virtual 35th Annual Luncheon Nets A For-Real $800,000
“A House For Texas” Is A Gem For Reading And Embracing A Local Treasure
California has San Simeon. Upstate New York has Boldt Castle. Texas has The Elbert Williams Residence. Whoa! How does the 6,000-square-foot, three-story University Park home on McFarlin manage to rank with the gigantic mansions on the coasts? Simple. Larry Good, FAIA, not only can tell you, he’s written “A House For Texas,” a book published by the Park Cities Historic and … [Read more...] about “A House For Texas” Is A Gem For Reading And Embracing A Local Treasure
Children’s Health Launches “Innovators” Program To Support Research And Expand Awareness In Pediatric Care
Today Children’s Health launched a new program — Innovators — with some pros in the world of innovation. Starting with a panel made up of Children’s Health Network Development and Innovation Senior VP Julie Hall-Barrow, Main Event Entertainment Chief Brand Officer Sarah Beddoe, DFW Airport EVP of Innovation Paul Puopolo, Pert Jain LP Principal Cindy Revol, LH Capital/Lyda … [Read more...] about Children’s Health Launches “Innovators” Program To Support Research And Expand Awareness In Pediatric Care
MySweetEssential: IF/THEN®
According to Lyda Hill Philanthropies CEO Nicole Small, Lyda Hill Philanthropies just launched our IF/THEN® Collection, which is free to access for anyone and the world’s largest digital resource library of photos and videos celebrating diverse, contemporary women in STEM careers. This Collection is a critical component of our national initiative, IF/THEN®, which seeks … [Read more...] about MySweetEssential: IF/THEN®
2020 Celebrating Women’s Weekly Video Updates In October To Expand Breast Cancer Awareness
As part of October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, 2020 Celebrating Women Chair Peggy Meyer and Underwriting Chair Jill Tananbaum and the Baylor Scott and White Dallas Foundation decided to change the traditional one-day-only luncheon fundraiser. Instead they focused the attention and efforts on making information easily available throughout the month for all … [Read more...] about 2020 Celebrating Women’s Weekly Video Updates In October To Expand Breast Cancer Awareness
Dallas CASA Magically Transforms Annual Champion Of Children Award Dinner Into 40th Anniversary Celebration
It was just a year ago that the Dallas CASA crew was preparing for its 40th anniversary of providing advocates for children in the protective care of the state. There were all types of ideas being investigated on how to make it a memory-maker of a year with in-person activities. Then all those plans tumbled when COVID-19 arrived this spring. But Dallas CASA President/CEO … [Read more...] about Dallas CASA Magically Transforms Annual Champion Of Children Award Dinner Into 40th Anniversary Celebration
35th Annual National Philanthropy Day Luncheon To Virtually Celebrate Honorees On Friday The 13th
Friday the 13th may bode bad luck for some, but for the Greater Dallas Association of Fundraising Professionals it’s going to be a celebration this November. That’s when Board President Shawn Wills and Luncheon Co-Chairs Tanya Downing and Ben Vann have arranged for a virtual celebration for its 35th Annual National Philanthropy Day Luncheon. This year’s honorees include the … [Read more...] about 35th Annual National Philanthropy Day Luncheon To Virtually Celebrate Honorees On Friday The 13th
JUST IN: Austin Street Center’s $15M “Help Them Home” Capital Campaign Officially Revealed
Around noon today (i.e. Friday), there’s going to be a big old “Whoopee!” heard throughout North Texas. It will take place at Austin Street Center’s 20th Annual Humble Beginnings (virtual) Luncheon, when ACS CEO Daniel Roby and ACS Board of Trustees Chair Nancy Best officially announced a $15M capital campaign — Help Them Home — to be chaired by Comerica Inc. Executive VP/Chief … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Austin Street Center’s $15M “Help Them Home” Capital Campaign Officially Revealed
MySweetEssential: United To Learn
According to United to Learn President Carol Goglia, There is no question that back-to-school season is looking very different: drive-by meet-the-teacher, delayed school starts, virtual learning options, new entry procedures with health checks, and mask wearing. But, while things feel and look different, one thing remains the same: United to Learn is underway with their annual … [Read more...] about MySweetEssential: United To Learn