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Francie Moody-Dahlberg To Serve At Grand Marshal For Park Cities July 4th Parade Benefiting North Texas Food Bank

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Popping up like bluebonnets in the spring, red-white-and-blue flags are appearing throughout the area in preparation for the 4th of July. One of the annual events taking place on Thursday, July 4, is the Park Cities 4th of July Parade put on by the Park Cities Rotary Club. This year’s theme is “Broad Stripes and Bright Stars … A Nod To Old Glory.”This year’s all-American … [Read more...] about Francie Moody-Dahlberg To Serve At Grand Marshal For Park Cities July 4th Parade Benefiting North Texas Food Bank

Opportunities Avail For Getting Your New BFF This Week

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Not only does Memorial Day commemorate those lost their lives serving in the U.S. military, it also kicks off summer activities, vacations and super-duper sales. Perhaps the best deal is in the BFF category — pets!For instance, the Dallas Animal Services is waiving all the fees to adopt a dog until Friday, May 31. That means, you get a pooch pal that is neutered/spade, … [Read more...] about Opportunities Avail For Getting Your New BFF This Week

Dates And Locations For 2019 North Texas Giving Day Kick-Off Events Announced

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While the Easter bunny is finishing up his/her hunt-and-find goodies for Sunday, the Communities Foundation of Texas team is getting ready to line up beneficiaries for the 2019 North Texas Giving Day. Sure, the legendary fundraising day isn’t until September (Thursday, September 19, to be exact), but they’ve scheduled area kick-off events to help fingers-crossed beneficiaries … [Read more...] about Dates And Locations For 2019 North Texas Giving Day Kick-Off Events Announced

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day With A New Best Friend

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Everyone knows about the legendary pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. With St. Patrick’s Day up ahead, the Dallas Animal Services and Adoption Center team has come up with their own spin this week. It’s Pet of Gold!Instead of gold coins, all dogs are available to be your BFFs absolutely free until Sunday, March 17. That means you literally get your pick of the litter at … [Read more...] about Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day With A New Best Friend

January Launches A New MySweetCharity Series: “A Simple Thank You To…”

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Every now and then, it’s good to shake things up a bit. Not too much, don’t you know! In years past, January has been the time when MySweetCharity has offered the MySweetGoals for the year to come. However, it was realized that as great as goals are, the first month of the year is also a time to say “Thank you” to those who helped the countless nonprofits and people who provide … [Read more...] about January Launches A New MySweetCharity Series: “A Simple Thank You To…”

MySweetMusic For Christmas 2018 – Part 4

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The day is winding down. The Christmas tree that had earlier been surrounded by colorful gifts is now doing a solo act. The leftovers have been stored away for recycling into snacks and meals in the days ahead. Now is the time to just settle back and catch your breath.Here are the final MySweetMusic tunes for Christmas 2018 to help you write those thank you notes and get … [Read more...] about MySweetMusic For Christmas 2018 – Part 4

MySweetMusic For Christmas 2018 – Part 3

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Santa, Rudolph and the rest of the reindeer are just finishing up their deliveries and your day of celebrating has just begun... that is, unless you have munchkins, who have been up for a couple of hours.While you transition from filling the living room with torn gift wrap and unraveled ribbons to holiday feasting in the dining room, MySweetMusic will provide some musical … [Read more...] about MySweetMusic For Christmas 2018 – Part 3

MySweetMusic For Christmas 2018 – Part 1

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Tis Christmas Eve with North Texans scurrying all over the place. Some are heading to churches; some are making last purchases; some are traveling to holiday escapes; some are settling down to being at home with family and friends.And then there are those who are trying to get the little ones to bed, so gifts can be wrapped and stockings filled.If you're one of those … [Read more...] about MySweetMusic For Christmas 2018 – Part 1

A Gentle Reminder: MySweetCharity Will Be Doing Business As Usual In The Days Ahead

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Some folks are checking out for the upcoming week to celebrate the holidays with families and friends. Others like first responders, newspapers staffs, hospitals, hotel workers and nonprofits are going to be staying on duty to provide services for others.Since MySweetCharity has received an overwhelming number of “wishes,” it will be business as usual to share wishes in the … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: MySweetCharity Will Be Doing Business As Usual In The Days Ahead

“Diversity In Philanthropy” Discussion Provided A Better Understanding About High Net Worth Donors Of Color

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Communities Foundation of Texas and Dallas Women's Foundation teamed up with The Vaid Group and Faces of Giving to provide a better understanding of the expanding world of philanthropy on Tuesday, October 30. Filling Communities Foundation of Texas' main hall, 350 guests learned how to identify and work with  "high net worth" donors. Here's a report from the field:On … [Read more...] about “Diversity In Philanthropy” Discussion Provided A Better Understanding About High Net Worth Donors Of Color