Marlee Matlin is no stranger to North Texas. The movie star has made a couple of appearances in the past year. Well known for winning an Academy Award for her film debut in “Children of a Lesser God” and having lost her hearing at the age of 18 months, she has overcome another challenge – childhood abuse.In her book, “I’ll Scream Later” she told how she realized that being … [Read more...] about Award-Winning Actress Marlee Matlin Signs On For Rainbow Day’s 2019 Pot Of Gold Luncheon
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Grovel Alert: 2019 Callier Cares Luncheon
Despite their smiles, 2019 Callier Cares Luncheon Chair Beth Layton and her sidekick Underwriting Chair Nancy Carter along with Callier Center Foundation Board Chair Tricia George are starting to worry about UT at Dallas’ Callier Center for Communication Disorders fundraiser. With the luncheon at the Dallas Country Club a month away, there are only two tables left for guests to … [Read more...] about Grovel Alert: 2019 Callier Cares Luncheon
MySweetWishList: Resource Center’s Youth First Program
According to Resource Center volunteer Heather Alexander,"If it weren’t for Youth First, my best friend might not be here today. Resource Center’s Youth First program serving middle and high school aged lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer/questioning (LGBTQ) youth ages 12 to 18, is the only program of its kind in North Texas. It equips youth with the skills … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Resource Center’s Youth First Program
JUST IN: Brent Christopher To Receive The 2019 Ruth And Ken Altshuler Callier Cares Award
Callier Cares Luncheon Chair Beth Layton just announced plans for the 2019 Callier Cares Luncheon. Scheduled to take place at the Dallas Country Club on Monday, April 15, longtime community leader Brent Christopher will receive the Ruth and Ken Altshuler Callier Cares Award.It was a timely announcement following last Thursday’s North Texas Giving Day, which was launched in … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Brent Christopher To Receive The 2019 Ruth And Ken Altshuler Callier Cares Award
North Texas Giving Day Booster: International Rescue Committee
For over 40 years, the International Rescue Committee in Dallas (IRC) is proud to have brought thousands of refugees from harm to home in North Texas.With the promise of new beginnings, safety, and hope, refugees from over 65 nations have begun their lives again as our neighbors and friends. The North Texas community has continuously stood hand-in-hand with the IRC in … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: International Rescue Committee
LAST CALL: 2018 Nonprofit Media Panel Sign-Up Deadline Nears
Wow! Don't know if it was the stellar gathering of media types or the wine tour of the Brain Performance Institute, but the sign-ups for Friday's Nonprofit Media Panel at the Institute ramped up last week. If you were waiting until the last minute to sign up, the seconds are ticking away. Word has just arrived that the deadline for sign-ups is Wednesday at noon.In the … [Read more...] about LAST CALL: 2018 Nonprofit Media Panel Sign-Up Deadline Nears
A Gentle Reminder: Better Hustle To Sign Up For Nonprofit Media Panel
Goodness! When the announcement was made about the Nonprofit Media Panel slated for Friday, August 17, the planners thought a couple dozen folks would sign up. Then when the original morning event was moved to the afternoon, the organizers thought maybe it would be less. Good thing the strategists didn’t buy any lottery tickets!The response has been hotter than this past … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: Better Hustle To Sign Up For Nonprofit Media Panel
MySweetCharity Summer Pitch: Dallas Children’s Theater
According to Dallas Children's Theater Associate Artistic Director Artie Olaisen,Dallas Children’s Theater, located at 5938 Skillman St., just one mile east of I-75 off Northwest Highway, brings children’s favorite story books and other adventures to the stage in a way that is entertaining for multi-generational audiences. Our mission is to inspire young children to be … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Summer Pitch: Dallas Children’s Theater
JUST IN: Beth Layton To Chair Callier Cares Luncheon With Nancy Carter As Co-Chair
It appears that Foundation for Callier Center Board President Tricia George subscribes to the theory that if something works, keep it going. So with Callier Cares Luncheon Chair Beth Thoele’s breaking previous records this past spring, Tricia has tapped another Beth to chair the 2019 Callier Center for Communication Disorders. This Beth is Beth Layton, who has been a longtime … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Beth Layton To Chair Callier Cares Luncheon With Nancy Carter As Co-Chair
JUST IN: 2018 Callier Cares Luncheon Netted A Record-Breaking $300,025
2018 Callier Cares Luncheon Chair Beth Thoele has just claimed a record-breaking success. It seems that after all the funds were tallied and the expenses turned in for the Callier Center for Communication Disorders fundraiser held at the Dallas Country Club on Tuesday, April 17, Beth was able to turn over a check for $300,025 to Callier Center Executive Director Dr. Tom … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2018 Callier Cares Luncheon Netted A Record-Breaking $300,025
JUST IN: New Callier Center Wings Named After Ruth And Ken Altshuler And The Meadows Foundation
Callier Center for Communication Disorders Executive Director Dr. Tom Campbell admitted that he was excited today at the Callier Cares Luncheon at the Dallas Country Club. And he had a couple of good reason for the excitement.He announced that the two wings at the Callier Center on the UT Dallas Campus had been named in honor of people and organizations that have been … [Read more...] about JUST IN: New Callier Center Wings Named After Ruth And Ken Altshuler And The Meadows Foundation