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
Gift(s)
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
MySweetCharity’s North Texas Giving Day Booster Series Starts Monday
As hot as it has been in recent days, the Communities Foundation of Texas team has been firing up plans for the 18-hour North Texas Giving Day that has amazed the world of fundraising! Why, within the past 10 years, this amazing undertaken has provided more than $240M for thousands of North Texas nonprofits. They’ve come a long way from the $4M hauled in for 345 nonprofits in … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity’s North Texas Giving Day Booster Series Starts Monday
JUST IN: Lyda Hill Gives $4.6M To American Cancer Society For North Texas HPV Vaccination Campaign
HPV, which stands for human papillomavirus, is a very common, sexually transmitted viral infection that's usually fairly harmless. In some cases, though, it can cause six different types of cancer — including cervical and throat cancer. While there's no treatment for HPV, there is a vaccine that can prevent it. So, Lyda Hill Philanthropies is giving $4.6 million to launch an … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Lyda Hill Gives $4.6M To American Cancer Society For North Texas HPV Vaccination Campaign
A Simple Thank You To … Kelly And Matt
[Backstory: Each holiday season, Dallas CASA’s amazing friends and supporters take wish lists from the children we serve and fulfill those wish lists, making sure every child has holiday gifts. But some of our supporters want to do more. This fall, Kelly and Matt offered to take on an entire family. We connected them with Robin S., an advocate who’s been serving four … [Read more...] about A Simple Thank You To … Kelly And Matt
A Simple Thank You To … SPCA Of Texas
According to SPCA of Texas Former Board Chair Katy Murray, “The SPCA of Texas has had a lot to be thankful for this past year, from saving thousands of animal’s lives, expanding community services and initiatives to celebrating their 80th anniversary. But, none of it would have been possible without the dedication and support from the SPCA of Texas’ sponsors. In 2018, … [Read more...] about A Simple Thank You To … SPCA Of Texas
Nancy Ann And Ray Hunt Family Foundation Gifted St. Philip’s School And Community Center With $2M
What a simply marvelous way to end the year. The Nancy Ann and Ray Hunt Family Foundation has played Santa Claus big-time for St. Philip’s School and Community Center with a $2M contribution for its “We Believe Campaign.” According to Hunt matriarch Nancy Ann and patriarch Ray Hunt, “Our gift will endow the School’s Early Childhood Director position and support the expansion … [Read more...] about Nancy Ann And Ray Hunt Family Foundation Gifted St. Philip’s School And Community Center With $2M
MySweetMusic For Christmas 2018 – Part 4
The day is winding down. The Christmas tree that had earlier been surrounded by colorful gifts is now doing a solo act. The leftovers have been stored away for recycling into snacks and meals in the days ahead. Now is the time to just settle back and catch your breath. Here are the final MySweetMusic tunes for Christmas 2018 to help you write those thank you notes and get … [Read more...] about MySweetMusic For Christmas 2018 – Part 4
JUST IN: Sons Of The Flag Gives The Parkland Foundation A $120K Check
Inside the lobby at Parkland Memorial Hospital on Monday, December 10, a check for $120,000 was presented by the Sons of the Flag nonprofit group to the Parkland Foundation. The funds will help underwrite the Parkland Burn Survivor Support Group and support SOTF's existing endowment to care for burn survivors and their families throughout the year, among other … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Sons Of The Flag Gives The Parkland Foundation A $120K Check
MySweetWishList: Community Partners Of Dallas 2018 Toy Drive
According to Community Partners of Dallas CEO/President Paige McDaniel, “Community Partners of Dallas’ annual toy drive is now underway and this year we have a record-breaking number of wish requests, over 800 more than last year, for the abused and neglected children we serve. “CPD is accepting donations of new toys through Friday, December 7. With more than 9,300 wishes … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Community Partners Of Dallas 2018 Toy Drive
How About A Free Gift That Will Last A Lifetime?
Forget all the hype about Black Friday, Cyber Monday and other big deals. The Dallas Animal Services has the winner of the holiday season. From Friday, November 23, through Monday, November 25, “DAS will waive all adoption fees and as always, all adoptable animals will be microchipped, spayed/neutered and vaccinated before heading home with adopters.” According to DAS … [Read more...] about How About A Free Gift That Will Last A Lifetime?