Whether in the snowy Rockies, chilling at an airport for a delayed flight or staying home-sweet-home, MySweetCharity will still be posting. The reason? Like the North Texas nonprofits that tirelessly work 24/7, we'll still be trying to keep up with 'em. May you have a restful day of enjoying the blessings of the season. And while this Thanksgiving may be the first one on … [Read more...] about Celebrate The Season Of Being Grateful Today
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MySweetWishList Series Kicks Off Earlier Than Usual
The MySweetWishList series is having a slight change of plans this year. Instead of kicking off on the Monday after Thanksgiving, it will take place on the Monday before turkey day. The reason is due to Thanksgiving’s taking place later in November than usual. For newcomers, the series’ goal/hope is to provide North Texans with the chance to learn about nonprofits and their … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList Series Kicks Off Earlier Than Usual
A Gentle Reminder: Monday’s Veterans Day Holiday Parade Plans And Closures Revealed
While North Texas weather can change faster than a quick-change-artist, Monday's forecast of rain and temperatures in the 50s may put a damper* on the scheduled Veterans Day Parade's "Commemorating the 75th Anniversary of D-Day" in downtown Dallas. Parade Chair Pat Teipel has arranged a stellar lineup including the Honorable Sam Johnson as honorary parade chair and LTC James … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: Monday’s Veterans Day Holiday Parade Plans And Closures Revealed
Tips On Adjusting To Daylight Saving Times Ending This Sunday
This Sunday at 2 a.m., that hour you lost back in March will be restored thanks to the end of Daylight Saving Time. In addition to getting to sleep in an hour longer, the sun will be rising at 6:46 a.m. and setting at 5:34 p.m. While there is no fundraising activity to celebrate the returned hour, there are some things that you can do around the house/office. For … [Read more...] about Tips On Adjusting To Daylight Saving Times Ending This Sunday
The Evening’s Chills Didn’t Trick Munchkins From Halloween Haunting For Treats
Despite the evening's chill, the thrills of Halloween 2019 lurked through neighborhoods ... with parents and older siblings in tow. Bekah and Gene Hooton split their parental duties. While Gene made the neighborhood rounds with the three Hooton munchkins in three layers of clothes, mother Bekah settled back in her finest witch garb on her front porch … [Read more...] about The Evening’s Chills Didn’t Trick Munchkins From Halloween Haunting For Treats
Tricks To Make Halloween Night A Treat
While it may be hard to get revved up for trick or treating Halloween night with so many homes looking pretty scary from the October 20 slam, the little ones will still be haunting neighborhoods in search of candy. According to weather-guessers, the temperatures will be in the nippy 40s and sunset will be taking place at 6:37 p.m. That means, the bundled up … [Read more...] about Tricks To Make Halloween Night A Treat
A Gentle Reminder: Prepare For Tonight’s Freezer
In meteorological circles, North Texas is known as the Super Weather Bowl. And the past couple of weeks have validated that claim. The area has experienced everything from a fierce family of tornadoes to sunshine temperatures in the upper 70s. And now tonight's thermometers are predicted to drop to below freezing that might result in current wet roads becoming icy. With … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: Prepare For Tonight’s Freezer
JUST IN : Selection Plans Announced For 2020 Crystal Charity Ball Beneficiaries
If you’re a Dallas County children’s nonprofit, you’ll want to mark down this date — Thursday, September 5. At 9 a.m., the 2020 Crystal Charity Ball will hold a “brief prospective application orientation” at Communities Foundation of Texas. And while no one is going to score points for attending, those in attendance will get a better understanding of the process … [Read more...] about JUST IN : Selection Plans Announced For 2020 Crystal Charity Ball Beneficiaries
North Texas Giving Day Is Celebrating National Nonprofit Day On Thursday With A Drawing
This Thursday is National Nonprofit Day. To celebrate, the North Texas Giving Day team will be holding a drawing that morning for $500. The question is, “How to get your name in the drum?” You may have already landed in the tumbler… that is, if your nonprofit has registered for the 18-hour mega-fundraising on Thursday, September 19. So, if you’re already on board for … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Is Celebrating National Nonprofit Day On Thursday With A Drawing
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Hugapalooza!
According to KidLinks CEO Diana Crawford, Along with our team of talented musicians and music therapists, I hope you will make plans to join us Saturday, August 10, from 2:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. for our annual sing-along concert, Hugapalooza!, at the Rosewood Center for the Arts. Hugapalooza! is a free, family-friendly concert designed to thank the community for supporting … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Hugapalooza!
MySweetCharity Opportunity Series And Its Friends Return
In just seven weeks, the fall fundraising season will emerge from its summer cocoon. After being in a three-month fundraising coma, folks are going to be rearing to get back in the swing of supporting nonprofits during the final quarter of the year. But which program(s) will get their help? To spread the word about such opportunities, the MySweetCharity Opportunity series … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity Series And Its Friends Return