While folks are putting their toes in the water to test the new protocol of getting out-and-about, a couple high-profile fundraisers have just sent word that they're canceling this year’s events. However, that doesn’t mean that they’re slacking off trying to haul in funds for their programs. If you have some spare change, they sure would appreciate your sharing it. Here’s … [Read more...] about June 15 Update Of Cancellations And Going Virtual
Alzheimer's/dementia
JUST IN: Aware Dallas’ Regrouping Following Aware Affair Cancellation Nets $315,000
For some nonprofits, COVID-19 put all their spring fundraising efforts behind the eight ball, literally. Still others scrambled to regroup and make the best of it. Such was the case of Aware Dallas, when its Aware Affair had to be canceled. Aware Dallas President Jolie Humphrey and Event Co-Chairs Kersten Rettig and Clark Knippers looked at what they could offer to help … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Aware Dallas’ Regrouping Following Aware Affair Cancellation Nets $315,000
Canceled Event SOS: Aware Dallas’s 2020 Aware Affair
According to Aware Dallas President Jolie Humphrey, With a heavy heart, the board of Aware and chairs of the 2020 Aware Affair canceled the 2020 Aware Affair Celebrate The Moments’ “Unmask the Myths” gala scheduled for Friday, April 3, due to the outbreak of the Coronavirus. Just over 330 tickets had been sold – well on the way to an expected attendance of 450. This … [Read more...] about Canceled Event SOS: Aware Dallas’s 2020 Aware Affair
Aware Dallas President Jolie Humphrey Reveals Future Leadership And Aware Affair Plans
2019-2020 Aware Dallas President Jolie Humphrey held the final meeting of her tenure. Taking place in the virtual universe, Jolie made some announcements before having a presentation by Dr. Steve Small, dean of the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences at the University of Texas at Dallas. Despite the 2020 Aware Affair not being held on Friday, April 3, due to … [Read more...] about Aware Dallas President Jolie Humphrey Reveals Future Leadership And Aware Affair Plans
MySweetWishList: Triumph Over Alzheimer’s
According to Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Founder Leslie Ann Crozier, “My initial wish is simple-that Alzheimer’s disease would go away. But, since that is probably not going to happen in 2020, there are some thoughts to ponder. Here are some startling facts that demonstrate the why we should all be concerned: “Last year, someone died every 66 seconds with Alzheimer’s … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Triumph Over Alzheimer’s
Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Forum And Dinner Features A Rock-Star Researcher, Actress Mariel Hemingway — And Reason For Optimism
Dr. Rudy Tanzi, a "rock-star" Alzheimer's researcher, looked very happy during an appearance at Leslie Ann Crozier's Triumph Over Alzheimer's 2019 International Forum and Dinner in Dallas on Tuesday, October 22. That very day, it seems, news reports had circulated about the surprising early-trial success of a new Alzheimer's disease drug called aducanumab. The reports were said … [Read more...] about Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Forum And Dinner Features A Rock-Star Researcher, Actress Mariel Hemingway — And Reason For Optimism
JUST IN: 2020 Aware Affair Plans Announced With Emphasis On “Unmasking The Myths”
With the biggest turnout ever, the 2020 Aware Affair’s kick-off party at Stephanie and Bennie Bray’s Highland Park home tonight was a smash hit, and deservedly so. The Brays’ way-too-cool home was bulging with art and loads of Aware longtime supporters and newbies to learn about the plans for the annual Aware Affair fundraiser. Red-haired Aware President Jolie … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2020 Aware Affair Plans Announced With Emphasis On “Unmasking The Myths”
Martha And Doug Hawthorne To Honorary Co-Chair Inaugural “Enchanted, An Event To Remember” On Leap Day
Leap Day (aka February 29) comes but once every four years and it’s a Saturday on 2020 calendars. Claiming the date for a fundraiser is the Dallas and Northeast Texas Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association for its inaugural Enchanted, An Event to Remember. With the fundraiser taking place at The Hall on Dragon, Event Chair Catherine Weber has revealed that Martha and … [Read more...] about Martha And Doug Hawthorne To Honorary Co-Chair Inaugural “Enchanted, An Event To Remember” On Leap Day
JUST IN: Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Forum And Dinner To Have Mariel Hemingway On Board For The Sold-Out Fundraiser
Leslie Ann Crozier and Katherine Wynne have a double doozy of a win for Tuesday night’s Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Forum and Dinner at the Bush Center. First of all, it seems that Leslie has become a good friend of Mariel Hemingway, who years ago had had a Dallas restaurant named after her — Sam’s Cafe — when her former husband, Stephen Crisman, was serving up … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Forum And Dinner To Have Mariel Hemingway On Board For The Sold-Out Fundraiser
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Triumph Over Alzheimer’s
According to Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Founder Leslie Ann Crozier, The statistics are startling. Alzheimer’s is the sixth leading cause of death in America and is perhaps the costliest disease in medical history with an estimated tab of more than $1.1 trillion over the next several decades. Triumph Over Alzheimer’s, a non-profit organization, was founded to raise funds … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Triumph Over Alzheimer’s
Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Key Supporters Party In The Clouds Before Settling Down To Work At The Conservatory
There are definite perks to being on a committee. And that point was made perfectly clear on Tuesday, June 25, when Leslie Ann Crozier had a gathering of the Triumph Over Alzheimer’s top-tier supporters, like Todd Terry, Carol Hall, Bev Bowman and Dr. Roger Rosenberg, at her high-rise nest before attending a kick-off meeting in The Conservatory. When one guest asked … [Read more...] about Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Key Supporters Party In The Clouds Before Settling Down To Work At The Conservatory