While North Texas Giving Day was heading to the final hours of its 2021 fundraiser on Thursday, September 23, the 2021 Chick Lit Luncheon patrons were getting revved up for the next day’s fundraiser for Community Partners of Dallas. As luxury vehicles were in the conga line at Korshak’s valet, Korshak owner Crawford Brock was manning the door and greeting guests like … [Read more...] about Korshak’s Crawford Brock Was Back From The High Seas To Host Chick Lit Patron Party
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Grovel Alert: 2021 Cattle Baron’s Ball
If you had your heart set on two-stepping back into the Texas swing of major fundraising at the 2021 Cattle Baron Ball presented by Texas Oncology, you’re running out of time. CBB Co-Chairs Diana Hamilton and Heather Randall have just sent word that there are only two tables left for the American Cancer Society of North Texas’s fundraiser at Gilley’s on Saturday, October … [Read more...] about Grovel Alert: 2021 Cattle Baron’s Ball
There Was A Needle Somewhere Among That Maze Of Orange And White Cones
It’s not every day that you meet a great father-and son team. But last Monday was the day. Still don’t know their names but do know that they had each other's back. The come-together took place at the Parkland drive-thru for Pfizer boosters in the Ellis Davis Field House parking lot in South Dallas. After a half-hour drive to the site, the sight of the lot with a series of … [Read more...] about There Was A Needle Somewhere Among That Maze Of Orange And White Cones
2021 Partners Card’s Seller Soiree Bubbled In Frame At Highland Park Village
It seemed so appropriate that the 2021 Partners Card Co-Chairs Rachel Osburn, Caroline Snell Wagner and Jane Wallingford held their Seller Soirée to celebrate the sponsors, sellers, retailers and friends of The Family Place's fundraiser in America’s first shopping center — Highland Park Village — on Tuesday, September 14. And the celebration wasn't confined to eyeballing the … [Read more...] about 2021 Partners Card’s Seller Soiree Bubbled In Frame At Highland Park Village
JUST IN: 2020 La Fiesta Co-Chairs Reveal Over-The-Top Efforts Resulted In A Legacy Fund
2020 La Fiesta De Las Seis Banderas Co-Chairs Mary Deaver and Fran Matise had spent the past two years working on the annual fundraiser. That was no different than any of their predecessors— a year to prepare plans and a year to execute. The difference was the epic pandemic hit. But the two blondes, who had bravely looked so hopeful in the early days of the 2020 pandemic, … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2020 La Fiesta Co-Chairs Reveal Over-The-Top Efforts Resulted In A Legacy Fund
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Camp Summit
According Camp Summit Marketing and Public Relations Manager Abbey Cumnock, “By participating in North Texas Giving Day since it began, in 2009, Camp Summit has raised over $230,000 for kids and adults with special needs. This generous support has made it possible for an additional 536 individuals to enjoy a unique week of camp, at our barrier-free campground. “'We’ve … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Camp Summit
Rescheduled: Robert S. Folsom Leadership Award Dinner
Another healthcare group has decided to reschedule its major fall fundraiser to the spring. Methodist Health System Foundation was to honor Linda and Mitch Hart with its Robert S. Folsom Leadership Award on Friday, October 1. But the call was made to postpone it to Friday, April 8, at the Hilton Anatole’s Chantilly Ballroom. According to Foundation President Jim … [Read more...] about Rescheduled: Robert S. Folsom Leadership Award Dinner
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Bold Idea
According Bold Idea Founder Robyn Brown, “Technology runs the world! More than ever, it is imperative that our students learn how the world around us works. As important, students must learn how to create and interact with the technologies we depend upon daily – especially computer code, the building block for all technology. “Knowing how to code puts students at the … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Bold Idea
POSTPONED: Wipe Out Kids’ Cancer 40th Anniversary Celebration Gala
Wipe Out Kids’ Cancer (WOKC) hasn’t put the brakes on its upcoming 40th Anniversary Celebration Gala. It’s just shifted gears. According to Gala Co-Chair Jenice Dunayer, “This has weighed on our hearts and minds throughout these past few weeks. After consulting with the WOKC executive committee and board of directors and out of respect for our beneficiary, the decision has … [Read more...] about POSTPONED: Wipe Out Kids’ Cancer 40th Anniversary Celebration Gala
JUST IN: Texas Women’s Foundation Distributes $12.9M In Grants To 416 Organizations And Programs
Texas Women’s Foundation’s calculators have been smoking after calculating the distribution of grants during the Foundation’s past fiscal year (July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021). The total amount distributed was a whopping $12.9M to 416 grantees, with 283 organization receiving $10.8M of the amount. The remaining $2.1M were "invested in programs that advance its [TWF’s] mission … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Texas Women’s Foundation Distributes $12.9M In Grants To 416 Organizations And Programs
JUST IN: Each Moment Matters Is Going Virtual With Online Auction Featuring Tuscany, Jane Seymour And More
Hospice has been a saving grace providing comfort for those in their final days and hours. Unfortunately, COVID has resulted in more than 56,000 deaths in Texas alone and an even greater need for hospice. But due to restrictions placed on hospitals, many times patients have not been able to be surrounded by their families and loved ones. For this reason, they have requested … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Each Moment Matters Is Going Virtual With Online Auction Featuring Tuscany, Jane Seymour And More