Built in 1910, the two-story, red-brick house at 4513 Gaston had been built during the turn-of-the-century glory days of East Dallas when Swiss Avenue was the showplace boulevard just blocks away. Over the years, both the house and the neighborhood had their ups and downs. Like other family homes in the area, 4513 evolved into a boarding house that was in need of some love and … [Read more...] about The Magdalen House Officially Put Out The Welcome Mat Thursday At Maggie’s House
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Equest’s 40th Anniversary Gala Kick-Off Party Wasn’t Just Ponying Around Thanks To Good News
Just after 6 p.m. Wednesday, Equest Community Engagement Director Christine Volkmer was delighted looking at the turnout for the Equest Gala kick-off party at Stanley Korshak. Someone thought Christine’s guess of 50 people was a little conservative as the crowd spilled into the various departments on the ground floor. Some were lined up at the bar, where Gala Auction Chair … [Read more...] about Equest’s 40th Anniversary Gala Kick-Off Party Wasn’t Just Ponying Around Thanks To Good News
Alzheimer’s Foundation Of America Provides A Grant For Pajamas For Seniors’ Music, Memories and Mumus
Pajamas for Seniors has expanded its program of providing PJs for older residents. With Mother's Day quickly approaching, they have undertaken "Music, Memories and Mumus" for "female residents of nursing homes and assisted living facilities with a diagnosis of Alzheimer's and/or related dementia." Thanks to a $6,000 grant from Alzheimer's Foundation of America, they will … [Read more...] about Alzheimer’s Foundation Of America Provides A Grant For Pajamas For Seniors’ Music, Memories and Mumus
2021 Dallas Leaders For Life Class Has A Goal To Raise $150,000 For AHA By June 1
The American Heart Association of Dallas isn’t waiting until its Côtes du Coeur on Saturday, August 21, to get the funds rolling in. Dallas Corporate and Commercial Banking for Texas EVP and head man Clint Bryant has assembled a group of people from all walks of professional to “make a lasting impact on the health of the Dallas community.” They are the advocate members of … [Read more...] about 2021 Dallas Leaders For Life Class Has A Goal To Raise $150,000 For AHA By June 1
The Heart Of Collin County – Heart Fest Is Back On With Robert Earl Keen, Black Car Service And A Crestful Of Fundraising
Jana and Mike Brosin don’t give up easily. And when it comes to the American Heart Association, it’s literally a cause dear to their hearts. When they had to postpone last November’s “The Heart of Collin County – Heart Fest” with Robert Earl Keen performing at Crest Cadillac/Infiniti/Volvo in Frisco complete with black car service due to COVID-19’s very tight restrictions, the … [Read more...] about The Heart Of Collin County – Heart Fest Is Back On With Robert Earl Keen, Black Car Service And A Crestful Of Fundraising
JUST IN: The Auxiliary Of Nexus Is Popping Up With A Mother’s Day Gift Solution
Not even a global pandemic can stop Mother’s Day from happening. Whether it’s an online “thank you” or a family get-together, it’s a day that is perfectly made for the month of May. Over the years of celebrating mothers on this special day, the tradition has been brunch and/or bouquets of flowers. The Auxiliary of Nexus has come up with a two-for-one answer to your … [Read more...] about JUST IN: The Auxiliary Of Nexus Is Popping Up With A Mother’s Day Gift Solution
The Upswing Fund For Adolescent Mental Health Awards $100K Grant To Phoenix House Texas
The old saying goes that, “If March comes in like a lion, it goes out like a lamb.” But Texas-based Phoenix House Texas switched up the saying, going out of March with a lion’s share of a grant — $100,000 to be exact, thanks to The Upswing Fund for Adolescent Mental Health. And the timing couldn’t have been better. As Phoenix House Texas CEO Bart Loewen explained, … [Read more...] about The Upswing Fund For Adolescent Mental Health Awards $100K Grant To Phoenix House Texas
BSW – Dallas Foundation Board Learned Importance of Education Partnership Program’s Progress At Quarterly Meeting
After Baylor Scott and White – Dallas Foundation Board of Directors Chair Norm Bagwell welcomed more than 100 board members to its virtual quarterly meeting on Tuesday, February 9, he had Baylor Scott and White Health Chief Policy and Community Affairs Officer Kristi Sherrill Hoyl officially introduce Ben Renberg, the Foundation’s new president. Having started his new role … [Read more...] about BSW – Dallas Foundation Board Learned Importance of Education Partnership Program’s Progress At Quarterly Meeting
Sunday Will Be A Day To Celebrate Easter, The End Of Passover And The First Hopeful Holiday
Sunday is going to be especially important to two religious groups. For Christians, it will be Easter Sunday; for those of the Jewish faith, it will be the end of Passover. Regardless of your religious beliefs, it will mark the first official holiday in which people can take a collective sigh of relief that just perhaps the worst of the pandemic may be over. While the day … [Read more...] about Sunday Will Be A Day To Celebrate Easter, The End Of Passover And The First Hopeful Holiday
Kroger Served Up A Feast Of Support For Area Food Banks With $2,397,890 For 1.2M Lbs. of Food
The ripple effect of the pandemic created food challenges not seen in a lifetime. As grocery stores scrambled to stock shelves, countless numbers of residents found themselves for the first time seeking help from area food banks. To support the food banks like North Texas Food Bank, Tarrant Area Food Bank, East Texas Food Bank, The Food Bank of Central Louisiana and The Food … [Read more...] about Kroger Served Up A Feast Of Support For Area Food Banks With $2,397,890 For 1.2M Lbs. of Food
JUST IN: 2021 Celebrating Women Co-Chairs Marybeth Conlon And Elizabeth Gambrell Reveal Details For the Annual Luncheon
Despite it being April Fool’s Day, Marybeth Conlon and Elizabeth Gambrell aren’t fooling around today. Besides having law degrees, cute husbands and adorable kids, they’re co-chairing the 2021 Celebrating Women’s Luncheon to battle breast cancer. Joining Marybeth and Elizabeth in the effort to create awareness and funding for breast cancer research and treatment is a … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2021 Celebrating Women Co-Chairs Marybeth Conlon And Elizabeth Gambrell Reveal Details For the Annual Luncheon