Dallasites seem to think nothing of hopping on a jet to the Big Apple or LA for an event. But when it's heading just 30 miles west to Big D's kissing cousin Fort Worth ... well, faces look bewildered, as if they were going to a foreign country. Pity the poor souls who haven't journeyed to Cowtown. But there's a perfect excuse to go west — Stars In Recovery … [Read more...] about Head West For Stars In Recovery Luncheon With Former First Daughter Susan Ford Bales
Drug and alcohol abuse
Doing The Most Good Luncheon Did Very Well With A Couple Of Lisas And JB Delivering A Touchdown
For the 2023 Doing The Most Good Luncheon on Thursday, November 16, at the Anatole, it was like a reunion for The Salvation North Texas Major Paul McFarland and the day's keynote speaker, TV sportscaster James "JB" Brown. As guests like Michal Powell, Shelle Sills, Christie Carter, Shannon Graham, Bela Cooley, Ciara Biggers, Kim Quinn, Ann Dyer, Tiffany Divis and Luncheon … [Read more...] about Doing The Most Good Luncheon Did Very Well With A Couple Of Lisas And JB Delivering A Touchdown
MySweetWishList: Nexus Recovery Center’s 3rd Annual Mother’s Brunch
According to 3rd Annual Mother’s Brunch Honorary Co-Chair Lili Luth, “On behalf of the Nexus Recovery Center and the Auxiliary of Nexus, I invite you to our Mothers’ Brunch and Bazaar, to be held on Monday, April 15, at 'a local country club.' This event celebrates mothers, grandmothers, and all the women in our lives while raising money for Nexus Recovery Center in its … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Nexus Recovery Center’s 3rd Annual Mother’s Brunch
MySweetWishList: Chef To The Shelters
According to Chef To The Shelters supporter Kersten Rettig, “Mike McCoy is a self-taught chef who created Chef to the Shelters, a North Texas-based non-profit that caters and donates meals to 34 sober living homes and addiction treatment shelters and facilities. “Mike spent almost a decade as a professional sports executive including sales leadership roles with … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Chef To The Shelters
MySweetWishList: The Magdalen House’s Men’s Program
According to The Magdalen House Men’s Programming Director Austin Shook, “For 36 years, The Magdalen House has proudly provided no-cost recovery services and support for alcoholic women and their loved ones. We are excited to introduce these same services for men in January 2024. This marks a significant expansion of our mission and is a testament to our commitment to … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: The Magdalen House’s Men’s Program
Ten New Members Join Nexus Recovery Center’s Board For 2024 Fiscal Year
Just as folks will be putting on some additional pounds in the coming weeks, Nexus Recovery Center has added some additional weight to its board in the form of ten new members. The newbies include Miriam Armijo, Jennifer Asplund, Belinda Boling, Adam Greenup, Hayley Krahl, Teresa Lin, Renda Mathew, Carin Mavrorasakis, Courtney Rottman and Alison … [Read more...] about Ten New Members Join Nexus Recovery Center’s Board For 2024 Fiscal Year
MySweetToyDrive: Dallas 24 Hour Club Toy Drive
According to Dallas 24 Hour Club Advocates Co-Chairs Melanie and Lawson Crain, “Each year the Advocates for Dallas 24 Hour Club (The 24) hosts a Toy Drive for The 24’s Residents, so they can give gifts to their children and grandchildren, which helps to repair these relationships that have been broken due to years of chaos from drug and alcohol addiction. Our wish this … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: Dallas 24 Hour Club Toy Drive
MySweetOpportunity: Dallas Women’s Auxiliary Of The Salvation Army Of North Texas
According to Dallas Women's Auxiliary Of The Salvation Army Of North Texas President Candace Winslow, “In 1991, the servant hearts and leadership of 29 women launched the Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary. Today, this group of more than 375 members serves the Army and its clients through a variety of service and fundraising opportunities. “The invitation to membership is … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: Dallas Women’s Auxiliary Of The Salvation Army Of North Texas
MySweetOpportunity: The Magdalen House’s Leave A Legacy
According to The Magdalen House CEO Lisa Kroencke, “Get ready to dance the night away at the annual Leave a Legacy ‘Live, Loud and Free’ concert benefiting The Magdalen House. Scheduled for Thursday, October 19, at 6 p.m., guests are invited to The Empire Room to enjoy compelling stories from the community and live entertainment. The evening will begin with dinner … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: The Magdalen House’s Leave A Legacy
2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Dallas 24 Hour Club
According to Dallas 24 Hour Club Development Director Adrienne Santaularia, “Every year, Dallas 24 Hour Club (The 24) helps over 600 individuals experiencing homelessness become gainfully employed, reconnect with family members, learn life skills to live independently successfully and most importantly, embrace long-term sobriety. Since 1969, The 24 has provided … [Read more...] about 2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Dallas 24 Hour Club
MySweetOpportunity: 2023 Doing The Most Good Luncheon
According to Doing The Most Good Luncheon Co-Chairs Lisa Cooley and Lisa Singleton, "We are thrilled that philanthropist Annette Simmons, and her daughter, Amy Simmons Crafton, are serving as Honorary Chairs for The Salvation Army of North Texas Doing the Most Good luncheon, being held on November 16. The Simmons family have been generous supporters of The … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: 2023 Doing The Most Good Luncheon