It’s that time of year when there is a changing of the guard of board members and the latest to report is the Friends of the Katy Trail. Replacing outgoing members Haylee Hall, Troy Daniel, JB Hayes and past Board Chair Charlie Shufeldt are Usua Amanam, Dan Chesnut, Amanda Lockhart, Ray Washburne and Peggy Zilbermann. According to Board President Eric Paulson, … [Read more...] about Friends Of Katy Trail Announces Outgoing And New Board Members And Other News
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MySweetWishList: Texas Women’s Foundation
According to Texas Women’s Foundation (TXWF) Board Chair Hilda Galvan, “Given the growth and dynamic nature of the Texas economy, it’s disturbing that Texas ranks near the bottom – 48th – in the list of best states to work for women. That ranking covers women in the workforce and women entrepreneurs, as well as the working poor and women living on the margins. Texas Women’s … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Texas Women’s Foundation
MySweetWishList: Dallas CASA Angel Tree Holiday Giving
According to Dallas CASA volunteer advocate/Dallas CASA Children’s Council President Beth Cholerton, “Dallas CASA’s wish this holiday season is that every child living in the protective care of the state has holiday gifts they can call their own. “Dallas CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) provides trained and supervised community volunteers to advocate on behalf of … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Dallas CASA Angel Tree Holiday Giving
MySweetWishList: ChildCareGroup
According to ChildCareGroup volunteer Andrea Weber, “I’m Andrea Weber, a Dallas mom of two who volunteers for ChildCareGroup, the region’s largest and oldest early education provider for underserved communities. I care deeply about the work they do educating and caring for North Texas’ most vulnerable children and their families. This community need has been made abundantly … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: ChildCareGroup
JUST IN: ExxonMobil Chairman’s Gift Of $50,000 Is Presented To Dallas CASA To Help Youngsters Like Baby J
This morning Ryan Shultz revealed what some might describe as a double life. Since 2015 she has been with ExxonMobil as its manager of corporate digital communications and content strategy. But before joining “one of the largest publicly traded international energy companies,” she was already into her fifth year of serving as a Dallas CASA volunteer. Following the lead … [Read more...] about JUST IN: ExxonMobil Chairman’s Gift Of $50,000 Is Presented To Dallas CASA To Help Youngsters Like Baby J
MySweetWishList: The Family Place
According to The Family Place Board Member Carol Seay, “Victims of family violence need new beginnings, and The Family Place is where they turn for help. We’re the largest family violence service provider in North Texas and have hundreds of families in our care every day. Often, they come to us with only the clothes they are wearing. “Our Amazon Wish List is an easy way … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: The Family Place
MySweetWishList: Dream Center Dallas
According to Dream Center Dallas Director Kacie Kintz, “At Dream Center Dallas, we want to ensure parents in Dallas can have wrapped presents under the Christmas tree this year for their children without having to worry about the financial burden it may cause. On Saturday, December 11, at 12 p.m., Dream Center Dallas volunteers are hosting a shopping experience for parents … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Dream Center Dallas
MySweetWishList: Children’s Health
According to Children’s Medical Center Foundation President Brent Christopher, “Throughout the last two years, children have experienced more mental health stress than ever before due to pandemic-related social isolation, academic challenges and other stressors. "According to the recently released 2021 Children’s Health Beyond ABC report, in 2020, emergency rooms saw a 24 … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Children’s Health
Crystal Charity Ball Committee Swings Into The Final Days For Saturday Night’s “Peace Love London”
There is a misconception about the Crystal Charity Ball committee. In the countdown days leading up to the area’s legendary fundraiser for Dallas County children’s charities, some folks actually think the ladies are at spas resting up for the big black-tie, sold-out hoopla at the Hilton Anatole. So very wrong! By today they had taken over many of the conference rooms on the … [Read more...] about Crystal Charity Ball Committee Swings Into The Final Days For Saturday Night’s “Peace Love London”
Klyde Warren Park’s Expanded Children’s Park To Be Named After Sheila And Jody Grant Thanks To $5M Gift From Perots
Back in 2002 the idea that had been simmering started gathering steam. For some it was a crazy idea; to others it was a stroke of genius. Perhaps it was both. The idea was the creation of a park over Woodall Rodgers, a recessed highway. John Zogg played the role of Tom Sawyer rallying organizations and people to the undertaking. One of those people was Capital Bank Founder Jody … [Read more...] about Klyde Warren Park’s Expanded Children’s Park To Be Named After Sheila And Jody Grant Thanks To $5M Gift From Perots
MySweetToyDrive: United To Learn
According to United To Learn Literacy Director Marisol Rodriquez, “As United to Learn’s Director of Literacy, I know that fostering a love of reading through literacy instruction is one of the greatest gifts we can give as educators. “This holiday season from Monday, November 22, through Wednesday, December 22, we are partnering with the team at Interabang Books for a … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: United To Learn