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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

Grove Of Giving Is Sprucing Up Fort Worth’s Nonprofits At The Grove At Waterside

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Fort Worth's The Grove at Waterside has been prettied up for the holidays with the help of area nonprofits for its third annual Grove of Giving. At a kick-off party on Tuesday, November 27, area charities (Alzheimer’s Association North Central Texas Chapter, Gill Children’s Services, Kids Who Care, Rutledge Cancer Foundation, Streams & Valleys, Trinity Habitat for Humanity … [Read more...] about Grove Of Giving Is Sprucing Up Fort Worth’s Nonprofits At The Grove At Waterside

How About A Free Gift That Will Last A Lifetime?

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Forget all the hype about Black Friday, Cyber Monday and other big deals. The Dallas Animal Services has the winner of the holiday season. From Friday, November 23, through Monday, November 25, “DAS will waive all adoption fees and as always, all adoptable animals will be microchipped, spayed/neutered and vaccinated before heading home with adopters.”According to DAS … [Read more...] about How About A Free Gift That Will Last A Lifetime?

Helpful Hints For Surviving A Chat With A Turkey

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Have you ever been seated next to a person whose conversation talents flatlined? Or, perhaps you yourself have had “one-of-those-days” and you’re out of chat fuel. Author/TV personality Barbara Walters wrote “How to Talk to Practically Anyone About Anything.” It became the bible for those who chit chat.As a public service for the holiday feasting up ahead, may we provide … [Read more...] about Helpful Hints For Surviving A Chat With A Turkey

Monday’s Veterans Day Parade Celebrates The Centennial Of The Holiday’s Roots

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This year’s Veterans Day has century-old roots. It was 100 years ago that World War I between the Allied nations and Germany officially ended with the signing of the Armistice Treaty at 11 a.m. on the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918. For some it was called Armistice Day; for others, it was Remembrance Day.Following World War II and the Korean War, President Dwight … [Read more...] about Monday’s Veterans Day Parade Celebrates The Centennial Of The Holiday’s Roots