Sometimes it pays to be the only fella at a ladies luncheon and that proved very true Wednesday at Park House. The gathering was for past presidents of the Women's Auxiliary of Children Medical Center Foundation Dallas. As for the lone gent, it was the Foundation President Brent Christopher. Over the past six decades the Auxiliary has grown in membership that today is … [Read more...] about Children’s Medical Center Auxiliary Past Presidents Celebrate Its $5M Gift For New Pediatric Hospital
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CFT President/CEO Wayne White Kicks Off 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster Series
According to Communities Foundation of Texas President and CEO Wayne White, “As I reflect on my first year as President and CEO at Communities Foundation of Texas and as a Dallas resident, I’ve learned that nothing compares to the generosity of North Texans, and CFT’s North Texas Giving Day is a true testament to this. The philanthropic scene here in North Texas is truly … [Read more...] about CFT President/CEO Wayne White Kicks Off 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster Series
MySweetOpportunity: Dallas Callier Center For Communication Disorders
According to Foundation For Callier Center for Communication Disorders President Anne McPherson, “As a parent of two children who are served by the Dallas Callier Center for Communication Disorders at UT, I am keenly aware of the way in which they help people communicate and connect with one another on many levels. On behalf of the board of directors, medical professionals, … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: Dallas Callier Center For Communication Disorders
From Trumpets To A Burst Of “Jet Trails,” Jim Keyes Flew High At 2024’s Folsom Award Dinner
Thanks to a blocks-long lineup of cars, it seemingly took forever to get into the Hilton Anatole Hotel on Friday, May 17, for the 2024 Robert S. Folsom Leadership Award Dinner. The backup was a tribute to the popularity of James W. "Jim" Keyes, the person picked by the Methodist Health System Foundation to be this year's Folsom honoree. Checking in, the buzz was all … [Read more...] about From Trumpets To A Burst Of “Jet Trails,” Jim Keyes Flew High At 2024’s Folsom Award Dinner
JUST IN: New Friends New Life Luncheon To Feature A Chat With Camila And Matthew McConaughey
Anyone who has been on board for the 2024 Paris Olympics didn't need a passport or to budge from their North Texas comfort zone. All they did was embrace NBC and its Peacock cousin coverage. In addition to the Texas claims to silver and gold like Asher Hong, Simone Biles and other champs on the platform, the galleries have been filled with all types of well-known celebrities … [Read more...] about JUST IN: New Friends New Life Luncheon To Feature A Chat With Camila And Matthew McConaughey
2024 NorthPark Ambassadors Dinner Was An Elegant Affair Enhanced By Dallas Sounds Of Music
It might have been described as a gathering of North Texas fundraising eagles since the 2024 NorthPark Ambassadors dinner was an array of all types of area non-profit representatives. Returning to the Mansion on Turtle Creek on Monday, May 6, it was an elegant salute to this year's class of area non-profits and their leaders hosted by NorthPark Center's first couple Nancy … [Read more...] about 2024 NorthPark Ambassadors Dinner Was An Elegant Affair Enhanced By Dallas Sounds Of Music
Public Invited To Grant Halliburton’s 15th Annual Hope Party Kick Off With Reservations
Summer has really hit hard with sizzling temperatures. It would take a lot to venture out, but there are still the receptions. One of those is the Grant Halliburton Foundation's kick off for the 15th Annual Hope Party. Wide open to all, the launch will take place at Highland Park Village's Simkhai from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 25. 2024 Hope Party Co-Chairs … [Read more...] about Public Invited To Grant Halliburton’s 15th Annual Hope Party Kick Off With Reservations
United To Learn Kicked Off Its Impact Showcase To Raise $24M For Dallas ISD Elementary Schools
With the threatening weather in the rear-view mirror, the United To Learn team rallied its supporters and friends together at Dec on Dragon for its inaugural Impact Showcase on Thursday, May 2, to launch its march to raise $24M for Dallas ISD students and teachers. Here's a report from the field: On Thursday, May 2, education non-profit United to Learn hosted its inaugural … [Read more...] about United To Learn Kicked Off Its Impact Showcase To Raise $24M For Dallas ISD Elementary Schools
Texas Women’s Foundation 2024-2025 Board Officers And New Members Announced
Something old, something new is what's happening at Texas Women's Foundation for its 2024-2025 board of directors. While she's way too young to be considered "old," Carrie Freeman Parsons is returning as the board chair. Joining her on the TXWF board are the following: Chair-Elect Cris Zertuche Wong Secretary Hattie Hill Governance Committee Chair Jana Etheridge … [Read more...] about Texas Women’s Foundation 2024-2025 Board Officers And New Members Announced
“The Kevins” (Berthia And Briggs) Shone A Beacon Of Hope On Grant Halliburton Foundation
The Omni Dallas Hotel was the site of two great North Texas non-profits holding fundraising luncheons at the same time just a few feet apart on Friday, April 19. While Dallas CASA's Cherish The Children Luncheon honored Betty Regard with the 2024 Caroline Rose Hunt Cherish the Children Award, Grant Halliburton Foundation's Beacon Of Hope Community Luncheon presented by Emily … [Read more...] about “The Kevins” (Berthia And Briggs) Shone A Beacon Of Hope On Grant Halliburton Foundation
Silver Jubilee Celebrating Women Luncheon’s Letters Are Coming To Mailboxes But Why Wait
Looking at the women signing letters at the round tables at "a local country club" recently, Carolyn Brown recalled her journey that started in 2016 when she sensed something in the side of her sports bra. Only the "something" was in her breast ... a lump. But that didn't make sense. There was no family history of breast cancer and besides, she was only in her 20s with a … [Read more...] about Silver Jubilee Celebrating Women Luncheon’s Letters Are Coming To Mailboxes But Why Wait