On Wednesday, October 31, just before noon, the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons organizers were setting up their booth for their annual meeting from November 1-4. Ironically, The Senior Source’s Spirit of Generations Luncheon VIP reception was taking place in the Chantilly Room. The irony wasn’t lost on one guest, who laughed as he entered the reception in the … [Read more...] about Spirit of Generations Luncheon Served Up “Little Known Facts” About Honorees Sandra And Henry Estess
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MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2018 Spirit Of Generations
Since The Senior Source's 2018 Spirit of Generations Luncheon fell on Halloween, it had elements of tricking and treating for co-awardee Sandra Estess and the guests at the Hilton Anatole.The trick was provided by Blake Estess, son of Sandra and co-awardee/the late Dr. Henry Estess, who treated the audience to "little-known facts" about the family.Another treat was … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2018 Spirit Of Generations
MySweetWishList: Communities Foundation Of Texas
According to Communities Foundation of Texas Chief Relationship Officer Monica Egert Smith,“When you look at the origins of the word 'philanthropy' it means to love humanity, and I think we can all agree that we could use a bit more love in the world these days. What better way to promote kindness and compassion in our community and our world, than to teach the next … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Communities Foundation Of Texas
Magic Johnson Had Jaws Dropping At Family Gateway’s Gateway To Opportunity Luncheon
Earvin “Magic” Johnson was due to arrive in North Texas just before 10:30 a.m. CST. That meant he had to be in flight around 5:30 a.m. PST for the Family Gateway’s Gateway to Opportunity Luncheon on Friday, October 19, at the Omni Dallas Hotel. And his stay couldn’t be too long, because he also had to be in Milwaukee for the L.A. Dodgers playoff game No. 6 against the Brewers … [Read more...] about Magic Johnson Had Jaws Dropping At Family Gateway’s Gateway To Opportunity Luncheon
Dallas CASA Has A Real Reason To Celebrate November’s National Adoption Month
The late Caroline Rose Hunt had a very special place in her heart for children in need of safe and secure families. Perhaps that's why her family requested donations be made in her memory to Dallas CASA via the "Caroline Rose Hunt Cherish the Children Memorial Fund," as well as the Dallas Arboretum's "The Caroline Rose Hunt Tribute Fund."Despite Caroline's death this past … [Read more...] about Dallas CASA Has A Real Reason To Celebrate November’s National Adoption Month
A Passing: Caroline Rose Hunt
Caroline Rose Hunt was definitely not born with a silver spoon in her mouth. According to her older sister Margaret Hunt Hill*, “When Caroline was born, on January 8, 1923, we borrowed a laundry basket from the people downstairs, the T.P. Marks family, who had the Ford automobile agency, and that was Caroline’s crib.”That was when her parents Lyda Bunker Hunt and H.L. Hunt … [Read more...] about A Passing: Caroline Rose Hunt
Interfaith Family Services’ 4th Annual Auxiliary Luncheon Will Be Strictly A Family Affair Across The Boards
Plans for 2019 fundraising are already in high gear. The latest to be announced is Interfaith Family Services’ 4th Annual Auxiliary Luncheon — “Families Helping Families: Doubling Our Impact” — slated for Friday, March 1, at Belo Mansion. The timing is perfect to coincide with the spring opening of Interfaith’s “new $11 million Family Empowerment Center which will double its … [Read more...] about Interfaith Family Services’ 4th Annual Auxiliary Luncheon Will Be Strictly A Family Affair Across The Boards
JUST IN: 2018 Change Is Good Hauled In $15,521.47 In Quarters, Dimes, Nickels And Pennies
Community Partners of Dallas penny counters have just reported the amounts of change handed over at last month’s Change Is Good event at Brook Hollow. It was a whopping $15,521.47! And in the competition to haul in the coins, Brooke Gray scored in two categories. Most Change Turned In 1st Place – Heather and Kevin Bonfield, Sydney Bonfield and Lola Bonfield for $1,196.73 2nd … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2018 Change Is Good Hauled In $15,521.47 In Quarters, Dimes, Nickels And Pennies
JUST IN: Terry Crews To Keynote Annual Genesis Luncheon With Robyn And Don Conlon Family Chairing
When Genesis Women’s Shelter and Support opened its doors in 1985, Robyn and Don Conlon had only been married seven years. Now, 33 years later, the Conlons are celebrating their 40th anniversary by co-chairing the 26th Annual Genesis Luncheon on Friday, May 10, at the Hilton Anatole.To make it a family affair, the Conlon boys and their wives (Casey and Lizzie Conlon, Keith … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Terry Crews To Keynote Annual Genesis Luncheon With Robyn And Don Conlon Family Chairing
Weekend Update: Kites Are Down And Out, But “Change Is Good” Is A Go
The reality of a rainy weekend is really setting in. The Saturday's 2018 Trinity River Kite Festival has been canceled due to possible flood conditions.On the other hand, Community Partners of Dallas' Change Is Good is definitely taking place on Sunday from 3 to 6 p.m. at Brook Hollow. Luckily, the event annually has loads of indoor activities with food, face painting, … [Read more...] about Weekend Update: Kites Are Down And Out, But “Change Is Good” Is A Go
Biggest Crowd Ever Kicks Off Community Partners’ Change Is Good Fundraiser
Arriving at the Change is Good kickoff party on Saturday, August 25, 9-year-old Kingston Walker turned to his dad, Kelvin Walker, and asked, "How long are we gonna be here?" But once the party at the Community Partners of Dallas headquarters office got under way, with a variety of fun activities for kids and parents alike, Kingston stopped keeping track of the time. "Now he … [Read more...] about Biggest Crowd Ever Kicks Off Community Partners’ Change Is Good Fundraiser