After months of adapting to the new world order of COVID-19 restrictions, the American Heart Association - North Texas is undertaking a fundraiser that promises fun and fundraising safely — The Heart Of Collin County - Heart Fest. Scheduled to take place on Sunday, November 8, at Crest Cadillac/Infiniti/Volvo in Frisco, it’s only right that Crest’s kingpin Mike Brosin and … [Read more...] about The Heart Of Collin County Is Going To “Infiniti” Via Black Limos For A “Keen” Evening
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JUST IN: Texas Women’s Foundation’s Virtual 35th Annual Luncheon Nets A For-Real $800,000
The naysayers may pooh-pooh virtual events during these times, but the Texas Women’s Foundation has the moolah to prove otherwise. Thanks to their virtual 35th Annual Luncheon presented by Toyota on Tuesday September 29, they were able to net … not just raise, but net ... $800,000 for TWF’s Resilience Fund. But then how could you lose with Toyota VP/Chief Procurement … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Texas Women’s Foundation’s Virtual 35th Annual Luncheon Nets A For-Real $800,000
JUST IN: 2020 Crystal Charity Ball Is Canceled But Fundraising Will Continue For Children’s Charities
In its 68-year history, Crystal Charity Ball has provided more than $149,387,669 for children’s nonprofits in Dallas County. This past February the committee of 100 committed to raising $7,870,020 for eight beneficiaries (Ability Connection, Catch Up and Read, Center for Vision Health, Children’s Medical Center Foundation, Foundation for Callier Center for Communication … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2020 Crystal Charity Ball Is Canceled But Fundraising Will Continue For Children’s Charities
Children’s Health Launches “Innovators” Program To Support Research And Expand Awareness In Pediatric Care
Today Children’s Health launched a new program — Innovators — with some pros in the world of innovation. Starting with a panel made up of Children’s Health Network Development and Innovation Senior VP Julie Hall-Barrow, Main Event Entertainment Chief Brand Officer Sarah Beddoe, DFW Airport EVP of Innovation Paul Puopolo, Pert Jain LP Principal Cindy Revol, LH Capital/Lyda … [Read more...] about Children’s Health Launches “Innovators” Program To Support Research And Expand Awareness In Pediatric Care
A Gentle Reminder: Check-In List For Mailing In Ballots For 2020 Elections
If you didn’t meet Monday’s deadline to register to vote, you can skip this post. On the other hand, if you have registered for the local, state and national elections on Tuesday, November 3, you might be considering the option of mailing in your ballot due to your being out of town or fearful of COVID-19. Needless to say, there’s been confusion and concerns about … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: Check-In List For Mailing In Ballots For 2020 Elections
Heart Attacks And Strokes Don’t Go On Vacation During A Pandemic
With all the worries about the virus cousins (i.e., COVID-19 and the flu), there are other health issues that can’t be ignored. Texas Health Resources' and UT Southwestern Medical Center's Southwestern Health Resources has pointed out that “heart attacks and strokes don’t stop during a pandemic.” According to the American College of Cardiology’s CardioSmart, the symptoms … [Read more...] about Heart Attacks And Strokes Don’t Go On Vacation During A Pandemic
MySweetEssential: IF/THEN®
According to Lyda Hill Philanthropies CEO Nicole Small, Lyda Hill Philanthropies just launched our IF/THEN® Collection, which is free to access for anyone and the world’s largest digital resource library of photos and videos celebrating diverse, contemporary women in STEM careers. This Collection is a critical component of our national initiative, IF/THEN®, which seeks … [Read more...] about MySweetEssential: IF/THEN®
Mask Up With Your Favorite Nonprofit Brand To Fundraise And Create Awareness
While fashion and beauty posters will report on what’s out this season (air kissing, lipstick and lip plumping are licking the bottom of must-haves) and what’s in (long-distance hugging, eyebrow sculpting and baggy eyelid enhancements), the downright queen of COVID-19 accessories is the mask. Who would have thought seven months ago that wearing a mask didn’t mean you were going … [Read more...] about Mask Up With Your Favorite Nonprofit Brand To Fundraise And Create Awareness
MySweetEssential: VNA
According to VNA President/CEO Katherine Krause, The need is greater than ever before. As our community navigates our new normal, it is even more critical to ensure vulnerable senior neighbors are nourished body and soul and seriously ill patients receive care that is safe and compassionate. At the Visiting Nurse Association (VNA), we have remained steadfast in our … [Read more...] about MySweetEssential: VNA
MySweetEssential: United To Learn
According to United to Learn President Carol Goglia, There is no question that back-to-school season is looking very different: drive-by meet-the-teacher, delayed school starts, virtual learning options, new entry procedures with health checks, and mask wearing. But, while things feel and look different, one thing remains the same: United to Learn is underway with their annual … [Read more...] about MySweetEssential: United To Learn
September 21 Update: Cancellations, Going Virtual And Postponed To 2021
The recent COVID-19 cases have been rising and falling and rising like a hyper cheerleader since September started. But most folks are too busy trying to adjust to the new world of education. Pity the parents who are having to make the Solomon decision on how to school their youngster(s) and/or whether extra-curricular activities are all systems go or no-go. In the meantime, … [Read more...] about September 21 Update: Cancellations, Going Virtual And Postponed To 2021