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North Texas Giving Day Booster: Camp Summit

Sep 16, 2021 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

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

MySweetOpportunity: 2021 Vine And Dine

Aug 20, 2021 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

According to 2021 Vine And Dine Co-Chair Kara Sewell, “Ability Connection, a 67-year-old nonprofit organization serves more than 700 people with all types of intellectual or other developmental disabilities across Texas. “The charity’s ‘Core Values of Compassion, Respect and Results’ drives them to provide world class services for their members and their families … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: 2021 Vine And Dine

Kara Sewell And Kimber Westphall Clonts Have Personal Reasons To Co-Chair 2021 Vine And Dine

Aug 2, 2021 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

WFAA's "Daybreak" Co-Anchor Kara Sewell’s only challenge in life may seem getting up way too early at 1:30 a.m. weekdays. But there’s a person in Kara's life who has provided a greater-than-usual incentive to co-chair the 13th Annual Vine And Diner fundraiser for Dallas’ Ability Connection. It was her Aunt Penny, who was born developmentally delayed. As a child she suffered … [Read more...] about Kara Sewell And Kimber Westphall Clonts Have Personal Reasons To Co-Chair 2021 Vine And Dine

MySweetWishList: Camp Summit

Dec 18, 2020 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

According to Camp Summit Board Of Director Member Meg Frainey, “Camp Summit began 73 years ago as Camp Soroptimist, to give individuals with a wide range of disabilities a camp where they could go and be accepted for who they are! “Each year, since that very first camp session of 19 campers, we’ve held overnight camp for individuals ranging in age from 6 to 99. Now each … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Camp Summit

JUST IN: Equest’s 40th Anniversary Gala: Celebrating 40 Years Of Horse Power Plans Revealed

Nov 18, 2020 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

Equest has been making the rounds throughout Dallas for the past couple of years for its annual gala fundraiser. For this reason, many folks haven’t made the trek down to Texas Horse Park since Equest’s newest facility — the Al Hill Jr. Arena — was built. Change is in the wind. 2021 Equest Co-Chairs Lisa and Kendall Laughlin and Katherine and Austin Wyker are herding the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Equest’s 40th Anniversary Gala: Celebrating 40 Years Of Horse Power Plans Revealed

MySweetToyDrive: The Warren Center’s Operation Santa Toy Drive

Nov 17, 2020 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

According to The Warren Center’s CEO Amy Spawn, “Every year, the Warren Center hosts hundreds of children with developmental delays and disabilities at the annual Operation Santa holiday event, where gifts from our annual toy drive are distributed in a fun, safe and sensory-friendly atmosphere. This year's event, however, will look different due to COVID-19. To ensure social … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: The Warren Center’s Operation Santa Toy Drive

North Texas Giving Day Booster: The Clubhouse For Special Needs

Sep 16, 2020 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

According to The Clubhouse of Special Needs Founder Darlene Hollingsworth, The Clubhouse for Special Needs [The Clubhouse] was founded 2006.  Throughout the past six years, North Texas Giving Day through their on-line giving event has provided the opportunity for people across the globe to help The Clubhouse with their operating expenses as well their expansion program.  … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: The Clubhouse For Special Needs

North Texas Giving Day Booster: Lone Star Wheelers

Sep 14, 2020 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

According to Lone Star Wheelers President/Executive Director Shannon Catalano, Mike was like a little kid as we rode the specialized red and grey bike ‘round and ‘round the circle in front of DaySpring Senior Living in Plano. Quickly feeling safe and secure, Mike was game for going all the way around the building. A cheering squad at the entrance greeted us with each … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Lone Star Wheelers

North Texas Giving Day Booster: Metro Relief

Sep 10, 2020 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

According to Metro Relief Development Director Katie Besly, Metro Relief is a mobile nexus for the homeless community, providing essential support to help people get permanently off the streets. Working on foot, we connect our friends with the resources they need most. We retrofit old Crown buses into mobile resource centers and soup kitchens that go directly to places … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Metro Relief

North Texas Giving Day Booster: Helping Restore Ability

Sep 8, 2020 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

According to Helping Restore Ability Development And Marketing Director Lauren Patrick, Take a moment to consider the steps you take to get out of bed, make your coffee or breakfast, put in a load of laundry, and take a shower. Many of us go through these mindless tasks before opening our eyes each morning. Now imagine you do not have use of your lower body, you cannot … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Helping Restore Ability

Canceled Event SOS: Goodwill Industries Of Fort Worth’s Project Goodwill 2020

Jun 30, 2020 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

According to Goodwill Industries of Fort Worth President/CEO David Cox, Project Goodwill 2020, a fashion show, design competition and fundraiser gala was canceled due to COVID-19. The event typically welcomes 350+ guests and challenges aspiring designers to create a wearable “blue-carpet” look using unconventional and recyclable materials from Goodwill. Our 2019 event raised … [Read more...] about Canceled Event SOS: Goodwill Industries Of Fort Worth’s Project Goodwill 2020

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