With less than three hours to go, 2022 North Texas Giving Day continues with donations coming from dinner tables, living rooms and Thursday night high school football bleachers. It should be no surprise as residents are digging into their wallets to provide the financial support for the non-profits that do the behind the scenes' work. As it stands right now, the tally is … [Read more...] about UPDATE: 2022 North Texas Giving Day Is In The Final Hours Of Achieving ‘nother Record Breaker
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UPDATE: After An Afternoon Lull North Texas Giving Day Is Full Of Gusto Heading To Midnight
This afternoon there seemed to a slight lull in the 2022 North Texas Giving Day. Perhaps it was nap time for area donors. But as "happy hour" approached, the energy in fundraising perked up, with more than 71,000 donors kicking in $41.4M and 7,980 volunteers. That means between now and midnight, the hoped-for record-breaker needs $25M dollars to be sent in. BTW, the … [Read more...] about UPDATE: After An Afternoon Lull North Texas Giving Day Is Full Of Gusto Heading To Midnight
UPDATE: 2022 North Texas Giving Day Isn’t Even Halfway Through And It’s Already Hauled In More Than $32M
Email boxes and the media have been working in overdrive for the past 7½ hours for 2022 North Texas Giving Day (aka the biggest fundraising day of the year). With still 10½ hours to go to beat last year's $66M, nearly 57,000 individuals and organizations have already provided more than $32M and more than 6,390 volunteers. And how are the leaderboards looking? They're hot … [Read more...] about UPDATE: 2022 North Texas Giving Day Isn’t Even Halfway Through And It’s Already Hauled In More Than $32M
2022 North Texas Giving Day Is Ready To Continue Its History Of Breaking Records For Good
When the first North Texas Giving Day took place in 2009, it was like lightning. No one thought that much money could be raised within a community for area non-profits within hours. Some simply wrote it off as a fluke, a flash in the pan. When it was announced that a second NTGD would take place the following year, eyebrows raised throughout the North Texas area and around … [Read more...] about 2022 North Texas Giving Day Is Ready To Continue Its History Of Breaking Records For Good
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Camp Summit
According to Camp Summit’s Marketing and Public Relations Manager Marissa Hoiles, “Well, it’s oh-fish-ial, Camp Summit has participated in North Texas Giving Day since it began in 2009. NTGD has helped Camp Summit raise over $300,000 in the last 12 years. This has made camp possible for campers of all ages, and disabilities! It helped bring new programs like pickleball and … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Camp Summit
North Texas Giving Day Booster: City Year Dallas
According to City Year Dallas Executive Director Heather Holland, “While serving as a principal in Dallas ISD, I knew that despite the hard work and dedication of teachers and principals across Dallas, schools are often unable to fully provide for the needs of their students. That’s why after a decade as an educator, I joined City Year Dallas where I lead our efforts to … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: City Year Dallas
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Book Drive For Kids
According to Book Drive for Kids’ Co-Founder/ Executive Director Michelle Cook, “Do you remember the anticipation of your elementary school book fair? The excitement of finding the ‘perfect’ book? The thrill of selecting a book, knowing it could be yours forever? “For thousands of children in North Texas, this anticipation is replaced with disappointment because there is … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Book Drive For Kids
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Children’s Health
According to Plano Ace Hardware owner Mansoor “Max” Ali, “Through Ace Hardware, I’m supporting the resources I want to ensure are available for my children and every child in our community. My family is Ismaili Muslim, and in our faith, we prioritize unity and goodwill. It’s important for us to help others live a better quality of life. I’m very fortunate to have kids who … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Children’s Health
North Texas Giving Day Booster Series Kicks Off Monday
According to Communities Foundation of Texas Senior VP, Chief Giving and Community Impact Officer Monica Christopher, “It is almost that time of year in North Texas – North Texas Giving Day season! We are so excited that Communities Foundation of Texas’ 14th annual North Texas Giving Day is back, beginning with early giving in just a few weeks on Thursday, September … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster Series Kicks Off Monday
Just Say YES Celebration Debuted New Name, Touching Awards And An Inspiring Keynote Address
To celebrate its 20th anniversary, Just Say YES provided a night of surprises for its "Celebration! A Night Of Hope And Connection" at the Omni Dallas Hotel on Thursday, April 28. From a name refreshening, a surprise award, swag bags for guests and a memorable talk by keynote speaker Mike Singletary, the night was a memory maker ... and a money maker, thanks to a $50,000 … [Read more...] about Just Say YES Celebration Debuted New Name, Touching Awards And An Inspiring Keynote Address
2022 Folsom Awardees Linda And Mitch Hart Were Feted With A Bit Of Monkey Business And Mafia Ties
It was a bit like playing “Where’s Waldo?” at the reception for the 2022 Robert S. Folsom Award dinner on Friday, April 8, at the Hilton Anatole. As the Chantilly Ballroom’s lobby filled with 700+ guests, the question making the rounds was, where were the honorees — Linda and Mitch Hart? Guests on the left side of the lobby were pointed to the opposite side, where they … [Read more...] about 2022 Folsom Awardees Linda And Mitch Hart Were Feted With A Bit Of Monkey Business And Mafia Ties