There’s gonna be a heck of lot of walking in North Texas on Saturday, October 28. That morning there will three separate walks/run raising funds for nonprofits. At 8 a.m. Baylor Health Care System Foundation’s 2017 Healthy Harvest Fun Walk/5K Run and Expo will be taking place at the Juanita J. Craft Recreation Center to raise money to “support programs and initiatives for … [Read more...] about Three-Way Collision Of Walking/Running Fundraisers Slated For October 28 With Two Benefiting Breast Cancer Research
Diabetes
Dallas Cowboys’ Legend Gene Stallings Inspired Fund A Cure Luncheon Guests To “Dance In The Rain”
The Fund A Cure luncheon on Thursday, November 5, was a tough one to cover. Sure, it was at Brook Hollow, and there was no raffle, no auction, no heads-or-tails games. It was one of those occasions that went straight to the hearts of those present and had many of the vet fundraisers talking the rest of the day. So what made this one different? For one thing, the keynote … [Read more...] about Dallas Cowboys’ Legend Gene Stallings Inspired Fund A Cure Luncheon Guests To “Dance In The Rain”
Fund A Cure Patrons Gathered To Celebrate The Inspiration Of Clement George And His Folks
Over at Gail and Cliff Fischer’s estate, Clement George and his bride of six months Molly George seemed a bit overwhelmed by all the attention being given to them. It seems that just as he was being discharged in 2011 from the Navy, where he was awarded two Navy Achievement Medals, a Meritorious Unit commendation Medal and Humanitarian Service Medal, he wasn’t feeling quite up … [Read more...] about Fund A Cure Patrons Gathered To Celebrate The Inspiration Of Clement George And His Folks
Fund A Cure Patrons Have An Added Perk In Their Future
While husband Kenn George was taking his test to qualify for an EMT last night, Tricia George shared news about the upcoming Fund a Cure luncheon on Thursday, November 5, at Brook Hollow. The Georges have arranged for a patron party at Gail and Cliff Fischer’s incredible Preston Hollow estate the night before the lunch. In addition to luncheon guest speaker/former … [Read more...] about Fund A Cure Patrons Have An Added Perk In Their Future
Tricia And Kenn George Assemble Friends To Sign Letters Promoting Fund A Cure Luncheon
Usually the fundraising season kicks off right after Labor Day. But with so much on the upcoming fall calendar, it got a head start on Thursday, August 27. Even the morning had its share of gearing up for what was to come. Over at Tricia and Kenn George’s marvelous University Park home (aka Nancy and Herbert Hunt’s former homestead), the dining room was filled with folks … [Read more...] about Tricia And Kenn George Assemble Friends To Sign Letters Promoting Fund A Cure Luncheon
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Fund A Cure Luncheon
According to Fund A Cure Luncheon Co-Chairs Tricia and Kenn George, “Three years ago, our 27-year-old son, Clement George, was completing his four years of active service as a lieutenant in the U.S. Navy. He was stationed in Bahrain on a Mine Sweeper when a physician noted his blood sugar was high. Arriving home the day before Christmas, we rushed him to our doctor who … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Fund A Cure Luncheon
Tricia And Kenn George To Chair Greater Dallas Chapter Of Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation’s “Fund A Cure” Luncheon
There are just no two ways about it. Any form of diabetes stinks, but Type 1 takes the lead! Most folks dread a blood test at their annual physical or nearly cry like a bambino when they get their flu shots. But those suffering with Type 1 diabetes and their families live a life few could imagine. In addition to monitoring their blood sugar and possibly requiring insulin … [Read more...] about Tricia And Kenn George To Chair Greater Dallas Chapter Of Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation’s “Fund A Cure” Luncheon
Sweethearts For Sweeney Bash Provides Funding For Diabetic Kids
The more than 100 people who crowded into De Boulle Diamond & Jewelry on Wednesday, February 11, seemed to be in a party-hearty mood. And why not: They were surrounded by an exquisite collection of fine jewelry, luxury timepieces, and other accessories and gifts. They’d shown up at the 4th Annual Sweethearts for Sweeney bash for the best of reasons: raising funds to send … [Read more...] about Sweethearts For Sweeney Bash Provides Funding For Diabetic Kids
“4th Annual Sweethearts For Sweeney” Fundraiser Aims To Send More Than 185 Type 1 Diabetic Kiddos To Camp Sweeney
Diabetes is a stealth and ugly disease. Sure, it can be diagnosed, but there is no cure and to live with it means sacrifice by the individual and their family and friends. How about some examples? Saw a 50-ish chap over the weekend. He looked brighter eyed and more outgoing than ever. Yes, he had been going through some developments that had resulted in his weight loss and … [Read more...] about “4th Annual Sweethearts For Sweeney” Fundraiser Aims To Send More Than 185 Type 1 Diabetic Kiddos To Camp Sweeney
Round Robin November 14: Mary Brinegar Brunch, Arboretum Accolades And National Philanthropy Day Lunch
With hardly any time to recover from the day before, Friday, November 14 was off to a rousing start with a "Brunch for Brinegar" and quickly followed by a salute by area fundraisers. Sorry to do this to you, but here we go with another Round Robin. Brunch for Mary Brinegar Thursday, November 13, Mary Brinegar accepted SMU’s Distinguished Alumni Award. In a far off table … [Read more...] about Round Robin November 14: Mary Brinegar Brunch, Arboretum Accolades And National Philanthropy Day Lunch