Family Compass is charging ahead with plans for its 2021 fundraising North Star Luncheon "to raise awareness on how to stop child abuse before it occurs." Family Compass CEO Ona Foster just sent word that board member Judy Bennett Garner and longtime supporter Chey Fleming will co-chair the event along with Family Compass supporter/philanthropist Kathryn Woods serving as … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Family Compass’ 2021 North Star Luncheon Leadership, Date And Location Revealed
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JUST IN: Ben Renberg Named President Of Baylor Scott And White Dallas Foundation
After an eight-month national search, a new president of the Baylor Scott And White Dallas Foundation has been named. He is Texas native Ben Renberg, who most recently has served (since 2016) as senior associate VP of alumni affairs and development at Cornell University. There, “he led day-to-day operations and focused on effectively integrating and heightening fundraising … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Ben Renberg Named President Of Baylor Scott And White Dallas Foundation
JUST IN: Karen Katz Elected To Chair Perot Museum Board Of Directors
Since retiring from her role as president/CEO of Neiman Marcus Group nearly three years ago, Karen Katz hasn’t been lolling on a beach in the Caribbean. No, indeed. She’s been involved with Harvard University’s Executive Education Programs for Finance and Customer Service, chairing Street Trend and serving on the boards of publicly traded companies Under Armour, Humana and … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Karen Katz Elected To Chair Perot Museum Board Of Directors
MySweetWishList: United To Learn
According to United To Learn Volunteer School Liaison Margaret Hirsch, “Can you name at least one teacher that made a difference in your life? “For me, it’s easily more than one… Ms. Castle in Kindergarten, Ms. Leventhal in 4th grade, Ms. Kramer in 6th grade, and Dr. Saxon my junior year of high school, to name a few! They all taught me to find joy in learning. “Maybe … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: United To Learn
Last Call: 2020 Crystal Charity Online Silent Auction Bidders And Bargain Hunters Ramp Up
Oh, baby! Just as predicted by those savvy silent auction vets, the 2020 Crystal Charity Ball online silent auction bids are just now popping out of this digital world. Be still my heart! Goodness! Just take a gander at the trip category. Looks like North Texans are aiming to take off for other parts! But not to worry. The bargains are still there for the … [Read more...] about Last Call: 2020 Crystal Charity Online Silent Auction Bidders And Bargain Hunters Ramp Up
Dedication of SMU’s 50,000-Square-Foot Gerald J. Ford Hall For Research And Innovation Boosts Digital Capabilities
Despite all the gloom of COVID-19, there are still reasons for celebration. A perfect example took place this morning at SMU with the dedication of the magnificent, 50,000-square-foot Gerald J. Ford Hall for Research and Innovation on the university's main campus. Serving as an interdisciplinary research hub for faculty, students and industry partners with tools and … [Read more...] about Dedication of SMU’s 50,000-Square-Foot Gerald J. Ford Hall For Research And Innovation Boosts Digital Capabilities
Walmart’s Holiday Drone Light Show To Light Up The Friendly Skies Over Fair Park Saturday Night
Saturday night the skies over the Cotton Bowl are going to be dazzling thanks to 1,000 Intel drones for Walmart’s Holiday Drone Light Show. Only eight communities in the country were selected for the free sky-tacular presentation and Dallas won the luck of the draw not once but twice. According to Walmart Chief Marketing Officer William White, “After a particularly tough … [Read more...] about Walmart’s Holiday Drone Light Show To Light Up The Friendly Skies Over Fair Park Saturday Night
Deadlines Nearing For 2020 Crystal Charity Ball Luxury Raffle And Online Silent Auction
All good things must come to an end and the Crystal Charity Ball’s 2020 online silent auction will do just that Sunday at 5 p.m. CST. If you haven’t browsed the rows and rows of luxury items, start checking ‘em ASAP. At first blush there appears to be some incredible bargains like the Hermes Series 5 Apple Watch valued at $1,250 presently going for $705, a stay at The … [Read more...] about Deadlines Nearing For 2020 Crystal Charity Ball Luxury Raffle And Online Silent Auction
MySweetWishList: Retina Foundation Of The Southwest
According to the Retina Foundation of the Southwest Board Chair Tia Tomlin, “Our research is not slowing down this holiday season and remains as critical as ever.” For 38 years, the Retina Foundation of the Southwest’s unwavering mission to prevent vision loss and restore sight through innovative research and treatment has prevailed. The Retina Foundation provides … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Retina Foundation Of The Southwest
JUST IN: Highland Park’s Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Goes Off With A 2020 Hitch
As the temperatures were dropping tonight like Black Friday prices and horse-drawn carriages were making the rounds of Highland Park neighborhoods, HP Mayor Margo Goodwin in a Christmas red coat, Christmas tree broach, black gloves and light-blue mask prepared to officially kick off the holiday season by lighting the Landmark Pecan Tree. Nearby, HP Director of Town … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Highland Park’s Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Goes Off With A 2020 Hitch
2020 Crystal Charity Ball Silent Auction Item: The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch*
North Texas has almost everything a body would want — shopping, sports teams and supping. However, a major MIA is a mountain. That may be the reason some folks in North Texas claim Colorado as its second home state, because its trails and surrounding landscape are ideal for strolling/hiking and taking the clubs to the greens in the summertime. And when the snow covers the … [Read more...] about 2020 Crystal Charity Ball Silent Auction Item: The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch*