The annual luncheon of the Texas Women's Foundation is always an inspiring, high-energy affair, and the 34th edition on Thursday, November 14, at the Hilton Anatole proved the rule. How could it have been otherwise, with TWF board member Cynt Marshall — renowned for her energetic onstage dance moves — and featured speaker Elaine Welteroth, a pioneering journalist, editor and … [Read more...] about The ‘Sisters’ Had It All Together At Texas Women’s Foundation Annual Luncheon At The Anatole
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Six North Texas Heroes Were Honored At The 34th Annual National Philanthropy Day Luncheon
Before being swept up in the holiday season, the Greater Dallas Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals held it 34th Annual Philanthropy Day Luncheon at the Hyatt Regency on Friday, November 8, to honor local heroes in North Texas. This year's collection of honorees, who accepted their awards via video and on stage, included Donna Wilhelm, Michal Powell, Cindy … [Read more...] about Six North Texas Heroes Were Honored At The 34th Annual National Philanthropy Day Luncheon
Communities Foundation Of Texas Fund Holders Come Together For A “Pride OF Place”
With the holidays quickly approaching and recovery still in place from the devastation created by October's tornadoes, the Communities Foundation of Texas philanthropic fund holders came together on Tuesday, November 6, at CFT for both a review of the past year's activities by CFT President/CEO Dave Scullin and Chief Relationship Officer Monica Egert Smith, as well as a talk by … [Read more...] about Communities Foundation Of Texas Fund Holders Come Together For A “Pride OF Place”
Beacon Of Hope Luncheon Kicks Off With Announcement Of Patrick Kennedy As Keynote Speaker
2020 Beacon of Hope Luncheon Co-Chairs Dixey Arterburn and Ginger Sager had news to share and that's just what they did on Wednesday, November 6, at Heidi and Tim Perry's home. Headlining their announcement was the name Patrick Kennedy, who will be the keynote speaker at the Grant Halliburton Foundation fundraiser luncheon in March. Here's a report from the field: On … [Read more...] about Beacon Of Hope Luncheon Kicks Off With Announcement Of Patrick Kennedy As Keynote Speaker
MySweetWishList: Callier Center
According to Foundation for the Callier Center President Emilynn Wilson, “The mission of the Foundation for the Callier Center is to increase recognition of the Callier Center For Communication Disorders in the community, to increase the image of the Callier Center in The University of Texas System, and to help carry out fundraising activities. I am grateful that the … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Callier Center
Emilynn Wilson Replaces Uruguay-Bound Tricia George As Foundation President For The Callier Center
There’s a change of leadership at the Foundation For the Callier Center. When Foundation President Tricia George’s husband Ken George became ambassador to the Oriental Republic of Uruguay in September, she realized that her duties as an ambassador’s wife would require time away from North Texas. But not to worry about the transition to the new chair. It’s longtime … [Read more...] about Emilynn Wilson Replaces Uruguay-Bound Tricia George As Foundation President For The Callier Center
Communities Foundation Of Texas Reports Record-Breaking Grants In 2019 And New Board Leadership And Members
As 2019 is coming to an end, folks are reviewing the successes of the past year and announcing plans for 2020. Communities Foundation of Texas is leading the herd with Board Chair Jim Bass revealing that a record-breaking $118M in grants were made during the 2019 fiscal year benefiting the following areas: Education: 22% Religious activities: 16% Health and … [Read more...] about Communities Foundation Of Texas Reports Record-Breaking Grants In 2019 And New Board Leadership And Members
MySweetWishList: Communities Foundation Of Texas
According to Communities Foundation of Texas Board Member Sarah Losinger, “Even before I joined the board at Communities Foundation of Texas (CFT), I appreciated the benefits of working with them on my family's philanthropic goals. My wish for this holiday is that even more people took the opportunity to do that--and they can! Not only can you work with Communities … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Communities Foundation Of Texas
Junior League Of Dallas Presents More Than $92K To Benefit DISD Educators And Programs
For 50 Dallas Independent School District educators, Christmas came early on Tuesday, September 10, at the Junior League of Dallas (JLD) headquarters. As part of JLD's Grants for Innovative Teaching (GFIT) program, nearly $100,000 was presented to the recipients thanks in large part due to support from Presenting Sponsor Texas Instruments and the Agnes Cluthe Oliver Foundation. … [Read more...] about Junior League Of Dallas Presents More Than $92K To Benefit DISD Educators And Programs
The Talk Was Heartfelt At The Quarterly Meeting Of The Baylor Scott and White Dallas Foundation Advisory Board
Attendees at the Tuesday, September 10 quarterly meeting of the Baylor Scott and White Dallas Foundation Advisory Board had some interesting art to look at before the luncheon began. As the likes of Tom Dunning, Ken Schnitzer, J. Marc Myers and Pierce Allman huddled outside the meeting room, a number of black-and-white medical drawings were on display. They were vivid, … [Read more...] about The Talk Was Heartfelt At The Quarterly Meeting Of The Baylor Scott and White Dallas Foundation Advisory Board
The Sky Was The Limit For Sadie Keller Foundation’s Yellow Ball At Jet Ten Hangar
Cancer picked on the wrong person when it hit 12-year-old Sadie Keller. Not only did she score a win over the disease, she made it her mission to help other youngsters battling cancer. To fund her mission, Sadie's Sadie Keller Foundation hosted the Yellow Ball at Jet Ten Hangar on Saturday, September 7, with former Dallas Cowboys, local TV personalities and Bachelorette stars. … [Read more...] about The Sky Was The Limit For Sadie Keller Foundation’s Yellow Ball At Jet Ten Hangar