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2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Resource Center

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According to Resource Center Chief Executive Officer Cece Cox, “Resource Center strives to create a more inclusive, equitable society by raising awareness around the pertinent issues facing our community and providing a wide range of programs and services for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, intersex, asexual and more (LGBTQIA+) North Texans — … [Read more...] about 2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Resource Center

House Of DIFFA | The List Was A Fundraiser Feast Of Fabulous Fashions And Familiar Faces To Battle AIDS

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With an array of beautiful custom-made jackets up for bids, a fashion extravaganza on the runway, award-winning songbird Kristin Chenoweth performing onstage and very heartfelt testimonies of DIFFA Dallas’ "vital work" in battling AIDS, the House of DIFFA | The List was a memory maker at the Hilton Anatole on Saturday, May 13. Why, Kristin even dropped a hint that her wedding … [Read more...] about House Of DIFFA | The List Was A Fundraiser Feast Of Fabulous Fashions And Familiar Faces To Battle AIDS

DIFFA Dallas Gala Patrons Got An Eyeful Of What’s To Come At House Of DIFFA The List

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Across the street from The Joule, the grounds surrounding The Eye took on the appearance of a festival on the evening of Thursday, April 13. Guests were having a grand time in swings decorated with clusters of multi-colored streamers and enjoying edibles and adult beverages. Actually it was the Patron Preview Party just hinting at what's in store for the House Of DIFFA The … [Read more...] about DIFFA Dallas Gala Patrons Got An Eyeful Of What’s To Come At House Of DIFFA The List

JUST IN: 2023 NorthPark Ambassadors Fundraising For 12 North Texas Non-Profits Announced

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No sooner had Santa climbed aboard his sleigh and taken off from NorthPark Center than the 2023 NorthPark Ambassadors assumed their roles for fundraising for 12 area non-profits. With beneficiaries ranging from the arts and healthcare to domestic violence and community services, the class of 2023 Ambassadors and non-profits include the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2023 NorthPark Ambassadors Fundraising For 12 North Texas Non-Profits Announced

Michelle Moos Named Permanent Executive Director Of Legal Hospice Of Texas

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After eight months serving as Legal Hospice of Texas’ (LHT) interim executive director, Michelle Moos can remove the word “interim” from her title. Since April, Michelle has found that the role not only challenged her but has “become very close to her heart. She feels her ability to develop and implement specific business strategies will help take the organization to the … [Read more...] about Michelle Moos Named Permanent Executive Director Of Legal Hospice Of Texas

North Texas Giving Day Booster: Resource Center

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According to Resource Center CEO Cece Cox, “Now more than ever, fighting for equal rights and supporting LGBTQIA+ people is vital. Here at Resource Center, we rely on the generosity of our donors and the contributions they make during NTx Giving Day. In fact, this annual fundraiser was a record-breaking event for us in 2021, with nearly $70,000—a 66% increase over … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Resource Center

DIFFA/Dallas Returns To Fundraising With “House Of DIFFA – Extravaganza” For Its 30th Anniversary

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It was back in March 2020 when the pandemic swept the world into a historic state of social distancing. While some non-profits pivoted to virtual fundraising, DIFFA/Dallas organizers probably realized that its legendary “over-the-top fundraising event” needed to be seen and experienced in-person. Now that the North Texans are emerging from their masks, it has been … [Read more...] about DIFFA/Dallas Returns To Fundraising With “House Of DIFFA – Extravaganza” For Its 30th Anniversary

JUST IN: 2021 Black Tie Dinner Is Returning To A Familiar Venue With Wheels And Limited Attendance

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A highlight of this year’s Pride Celebration at Fair Park this past weekend was 2021 Black Tie Dinner Senior Co-Chair Brad Pritchett's and Junior Co-Chair Terry Loftis' announcements about the 40th Annual Black Tie Dinner. First, the event will be returning to the Sheraton Dallas on Saturday, November 13. According to Brad, “After careful consultation with local … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2021 Black Tie Dinner Is Returning To A Familiar Venue With Wheels And Limited Attendance

MySweetToyDrive: Prism Health North Texas’ 16th Annual Holiday Food And Toy Drive

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According to Prism Health North Texas Case Manager Supervisor Neacy Turner, “This year has been tough for all North Texans, especially for children who have had their worlds disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. From confusion about school safety and online learning, the lack of socialization at school and with friends, to economic and other hardships at home as many parents … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: Prism Health North Texas’ 16th Annual Holiday Food And Toy Drive

We’ve Rescheduled! – Resource Center’s Toast To Life Sequins And Saddles

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According to Resource Center’s CEO Cece Cox, If there is one thing that we’ve learned over 37 years at the Center, it’s being flexible and resilient in serving the needs of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer/questioning (LGBTQ) and HIV communities of North Texas. Even as the coronavirus pandemic continues to create new challenges daily, the Center is … [Read more...] about We’ve Rescheduled! – Resource Center’s Toast To Life Sequins And Saddles