While the Katy Trail has been the spot for walking, running and cycling for years, the arrival of COVID-19 since March has turned it into the most popular place to shake off the anxieties of the day. Even before the virus changed our way of life, the Trail was having more than 1M users annually. Since March that usage has increased 20%. Luckily, the Friends of the Katy … [Read more...] about The Katy Trail’s Capital Campaign Enters Its Public Phase To Cross Its $8M Finish Line
Gift(s)
Giddy Up To Pendery’s For Father’s Day Gifts Benefiting The Equest Ponies
It seems that Father’s Day had sneaked up on kids throughout the area. The typical pop insists that he doesn’t need a thing except for some peace and quiet. Still the old man deserves something, and this year is a real challenge with professional sports being limited in fan attendance. Luckily, Equest and Pendery’s have come up with an idea that will help in the gift … [Read more...] about Giddy Up To Pendery’s For Father’s Day Gifts Benefiting The Equest Ponies
JUST IN: Amazon Delivers $100,000 to North Texas Food Bank To Support COVID-19 Response
Some of the busiest people in North Texas have been Amazon’s fulfillment workers and delivery folks. They have been true game changers for many who couldn’t get out during the weeks of COVID-19 shelter-in-place. Now the Amazon crew has made a huge delivery to the North Texas Food Bank — $100,000. That amount will result in 300,000 healthy nutritious meals being provided … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Amazon Delivers $100,000 to North Texas Food Bank To Support COVID-19 Response
MySweetKindness: Jennifer Griffin
According to Jennifer Griffin, Residents at CC Young Senior Living were surprised with care packages designed to brighten spirits and help them stay engaged and connected, thanks to the congregation and leadership of First United Methodist Church Dallas. Each gift bag was hand-decorated by the children in the church’s Developmental Learning … [Read more...] about MySweetKindness: Jennifer Griffin
MySweetWishList Clayton Dabney For Kids With Cancer
According to Clayton Dabney for Kids with Cancer Board Chair Jenny Saphier, “Clayton Dabney was a very courageous boy who, at the age of six, lost his battle with cancer. Clayton’s unique spirit and legacy live on through our organization, thanks to generous donors and sponsors who promote our cause to help less-fortunate families who struggle with the devastation and grief … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList Clayton Dabney For Kids With Cancer
JUST IN: Santa Breaks His Previous Records Of Gift Giving And Elves Head To Lake Como
Santa and his reindeer team are back home at the North Pole. While Rudolph and his pals are enjoying hoof massages, Santa is regaling Mrs. Claus with what he saw and the chimneys that he squeezed down. The entire highlight of the 24-hour tour of the world was how many presents he left at homes. It was a whopping 7,574,576,003 thanks to the help of his staff of elves, both at … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Santa Breaks His Previous Records Of Gift Giving And Elves Head To Lake Como
MySweetWishList: Genesis Women’s Shelter And Support
According to Genesis Women’s Shelter And Support Alliance Board President Keana Meyer, “At Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support, our mission year-round is to provide safety, shelter and support for women who have experienced domestic violence. One way we do this is by providing our clients with gift cards. These empower our clients by allowing them to fill up their … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Genesis Women’s Shelter And Support
MySweetWishList: Friends Of Dallas Animal Services Kurandas
According to Friends of Dallas Animal Services Executive Director Wendy Reiner, “I’m so excited to represent a brand new non-profit, Friends of Dallas Animal Services (DAS), as both its Executive Director and as a long-term DAS volunteer. We founded Friends of DAS earlier this year to help bridge the gap between DAS’ funding needs and what it receives from the city … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Friends Of Dallas Animal Services Kurandas
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
Children’s Super Heroes And Dream Team Are Joined By ER Reimagination Campaign Champs
Children's Health has had more fantastic superheroes/heroines than a convention of Marvel Comic characters lately. Just last month the Children's Dream Team (Troy Aikman, Clayton Kershaw, Dirk Nowitzki and Jordan Spieth) joined forces to promote the Children's story. And last Thursday, a heap of Super Heroes in red capes were floating around Children’s Health’s Plano and Dallas … [Read more...] about Children’s Super Heroes And Dream Team Are Joined By ER Reimagination Campaign Champs
JUST IN: Philanthropist Annette Simmons Gives $1M To Help 2019 Crystal Charity Ball Beneficiaries
Is it snowing outside? Must be, because Christmas has come early with legendary philanthropist Annette Simmons’ gifting $1M for the 2019 Crystal Charity Ball’s fundraising for Dallas children’s nonprofits. Ah, but this gift isn’t the first time that Annette has been Mrs. Santa Claus for the organization. Having donated for 39 years, she has provided $1M annually for the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Philanthropist Annette Simmons Gives $1M To Help 2019 Crystal Charity Ball Beneficiaries