The Texas Women's Foundation (TXWF) has appointed non-profit veteran Karen Hughes White as its new president and chief executive officer. The Dallas-based foundation, which advances economic security and leadership for Texas women and girls, said White has a 20-year record focusing on the needs of women, girls and children. "After an extensive search, Texas is excited to … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Texas Women’s Foundation Taps Non-Profit Veteran Karen Hughes White As President and CEO
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JUST IN: Linda Custard To Serve As Presiding Chair For Celebrating Women Luncheon Silver Jubilee
As all North Texas non-profits were trying to beat the Easter Bunny with news, Baylor Scott and White Dallas Foundation (BSWDF) held a ladies lunch yesterday at a "local country club." But it wasn't just any gals in attendance. The group was made up of the past Celebrating Women Luncheon chairs (Pam Busbee, Christie Carter, Laura Downing, Tucker Enthoven, Fredye Factor, Ola … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Linda Custard To Serve As Presiding Chair For Celebrating Women Luncheon Silver Jubilee
JUST IN: Multi-Talented Jim Keyes To Receive the 2024 Robert S. Folsom Leadership Award
The 2024 Folsom Leadership Award will be presented to multi-talented business and civic leader, philanthropist, author, artist, musician and commercial pilot Jim Keyes. According to Folsom Award Co-Chairs Nancy Ann and Ray Hunt, Lottye and Bobby Lyle and Carolyn and David Miller, the event will take place at a fun and elegant dinner on Friday, May 17, in the Hilton Anatole's … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Multi-Talented Jim Keyes To Receive the 2024 Robert S. Folsom Leadership Award
Crystal Charity Ball Bus Tour Provided Committee Members With A Firsthand Look At 2024 Beneficiaries
Organizers were a bit concerned about the 2024 Crystal Charity Ball bus tour of its beneficiaries on Thursday, February 15. The problem was there were more committee members signing up than there was room. Luckily, at the last minute, a couple of ladies had to cancel, allowing for all to have a seat. Sponsored by Joan Eleazer and Layne Pitzer/Briggs Freeman| Sotheby's, the … [Read more...] about Crystal Charity Ball Bus Tour Provided Committee Members With A Firsthand Look At 2024 Beneficiaries
JUST IN: Plans Announced For $5B “Pediatric Campus” To Replace The Current Children’s Medical Center Dallas
For what seems like eons, rumors have swirled about a possible expansion of Children's Medical Center Dallas. But now, like proud fathers, Children's Health President and CEO Christopher Durovich and UT Southwestern Medical Center President Dr. Daniel Podolsky are beaming with the official announcement of a new, $5 billion pediatric health care center. To describe as … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Plans Announced For $5B “Pediatric Campus” To Replace The Current Children’s Medical Center Dallas
JUST IN: A Four-Month-Old Slept Thru CeCe’s Place’s Ribbon-Cutting, To The Delight Of The Organizers
This afternoon, the lobby of Hope Cottage was filled with people — including HHM Health President/CEO Brian Hawkins, HHM's Chief Development Officer Jean Buys and The George and Fay Young Foundation Executive Director Lauren Haskins — for the ribbon-cutting of CeCe's Place, Hope Cottage's new maternal medical clinic with HHM Health. In the clinic's waiting alcove, a … [Read more...] about JUST IN: A Four-Month-Old Slept Thru CeCe’s Place’s Ribbon-Cutting, To The Delight Of The Organizers
2024 Visionary Luncheon Co-Chairs Jennifer And Bill Voss Kick Off The Fundraising With $100K Commitment
While the Retina Foundation is holding off on who the keynote speaker will be for its annual fundraiser, the 2024 Visionary Luncheon Co-Chairs Jennifer and Bill Voss have already stepped up with a commitment of $100,000 to the Retina Foundation. According to organizers, the Vosses' "commitment to the Retina Foundation is not only a testament to their dedication to the … [Read more...] about 2024 Visionary Luncheon Co-Chairs Jennifer And Bill Voss Kick Off The Fundraising With $100K Commitment
Communities Foundation Of Texas Adds Three New Board Members, Salutes Departing Trio
Communities Foundation of Texas President/CEO Wayne White didn't let a little thing like a January freezer hold him back from announcing the newest CFT members, outgoing members and the board's leadership. Joining the board are Rakesh Dahiya, Katie Robbins and Andy Smith. According to Wayne, "“We’re grateful to welcome Rakesh, Katie, and Andy to our board. Their … [Read more...] about Communities Foundation Of Texas Adds Three New Board Members, Salutes Departing Trio
A Golden Gate Survivor And Rescuer Bring Their Story To Grant Halliburton’s Beacon Of Hope Luncheon
It was back in 2005 that 22-year-old Kevin Berthia decided to succumb to his battle with depression due to a substantial medical debt. He headed to the Golden Gate Bridge "with the intention to jump." Over the years the one-mile suspension Bridge connecting San Francisco to Marin County had been infamous for its number of suicides. According to Golden Gate Bridge Highway and … [Read more...] about A Golden Gate Survivor And Rescuer Bring Their Story To Grant Halliburton’s Beacon Of Hope Luncheon
MySweetWishList: Bullock Museum
According to Texas State History Museum Foundation Trustee Lisa Cooley, “On Thursday, February 29, the Texas State History Museum Foundation will honor Texas legends The Honorable Alberto R. Gonzales and Kern Wildenthal, M.D., Ph.D. with the History-Making Texan Award. The award will be presented at the Foundation's annual Texas Independence Day Dinner at the Bullock … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Bullock Museum
Hattie Hill To Serve As TXWF’s Executive-In-Residence As Interim President/CEO Dena Jackson Departs
It was back on Tuesday, March 14, when, after a year and a month serving as Texas Woman's Foundation (TXWF) president/CEO, Miki Woodard resigned. This past summer Foundation Chief Strategy Officer Dena Jackson was named interim CEO, while a nationwide search got underway for a permanent president/CEO. Now TXWF Board Chair Carrie Freeman Parsons has reported that, "While … [Read more...] about Hattie Hill To Serve As TXWF’s Executive-In-Residence As Interim President/CEO Dena Jackson Departs