When they’re not litigating lawsuits or creating unbreakable contracts, the more than 375 women of Attorneys Serving the Community (ASC) are known for a unique fundraising program. Since 1987, they have raised nearly $5M for Dallas-area non-profits including The Bridge Breast Network, Hope Supply Co., Mosaic Family Services, Rainbow Days Inc., Junior Players, Dallas CASA, … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Beth “Dopesick” Macy To Keynote ASC Luncheon Benefiting Nexus Recovery Center
Drug and alcohol abuse
Nexus Recovery Center Board Adds Five New Members
Nexus Recovery Center Board President Sharon King has announced five new board members to support the non-profit’s mission to “create a safe space for its clients and serve as a link to sobriety, independence and dignity for women and their families.” The new members are Kathryn Brand, Rani C. Garcia, Nickoria Johnson, Tyler Riddell and Rachel C. … [Read more...] about Nexus Recovery Center Board Adds Five New Members
Simply Grace Is Fundraising Friday Night With The Power Of Laughter At Gilley’s Dallas
What a week it’s been! Between the cheers and tears of a reign’s end on Monday and today’s fundraising marathon, it just might be time to sit back for a good laugh or two. As luck would have it, Simply Grace is hosting the “Simply Hilarious Comedy Show” Friday. On Gilley’s Dallas South Side Music Hall stage will be headliner Mark Lundholm, who has appeared on Comedy … [Read more...] about Simply Grace Is Fundraising Friday Night With The Power Of Laughter At Gilley’s Dallas
JUST IN: Cynt Marshall Has “Been Chosen” To Keynote November’s Doing The Most Good Luncheon
Today Dallas Mavericks CEO Cynt Marshall’s “You’ve been Chosen: Thriving Through the Unexpected” is officially available for purchase. Coincidently, The Salvation Army of North Texas’ Doing The Most Good Luncheon Co-Chairs Jean Hobby and Taylor Turner and Underwriting Chair Mary Clare Finney have just announced that powerhouse Cynt will be the event’s keynote … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Cynt Marshall Has “Been Chosen” To Keynote November’s Doing The Most Good Luncheon
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Leave A Legacy Live Loud And Free Concert
According to The Magdalen House Executive Director Lisa Kroencke, “Throw on your cowboy hats and boots and get ready for a spectacular night at the second annual Leave A Legacy 'Live Loud and Free' concert benefiting The Magdalen House. Scheduled for Thursday, November 3, at 6 p.m., guests are invited to The Rustic to enjoy compelling stories from the community … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Leave A Legacy Live Loud And Free Concert
MySweetSchoolDaze: Nexus Young Supporters Council Back-To-School
According to 2023 Nexus Young Supporters Council Chair Alyssa Franta, “On behalf of Nexus Recovery Center, I would like to invite you to our Young Supporters Council (YSC) Back-to-School fundraiser on Tuesday, August 30. This event will benefit approximately 128 children (ages 0-12) enrolled in Nexus’ Child Development Center (CDC) and Pregnant and Parenting Women with … [Read more...] about MySweetSchoolDaze: Nexus Young Supporters Council Back-To-School
Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary’s Fashion Show Filled The Meyerson With Clothes On Racks And The Runway
After a two-year hiatus, the Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary Dallas Fashion Show And Luncheon's Chic Boutique should have been brimming with a double dose of fashions at the Meyerson on Tuesday, May 3. But to reduce the thousands of clothes that had been received during 2021 Fashion Show Chair Kim Hext's year (that suffered from pandemic cancellation) and then for 2022 Fashion … [Read more...] about Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary’s Fashion Show Filled The Meyerson With Clothes On Racks And The Runway
Lillian And Steve Watanabe Retired From Hawaii to Create Eagle Oak Retreat For Vets And First Responders
Many folks retire and head to the island state of Hawaii, with its beautiful surroundings. But upon retiring from their business, Lillian and Stave Watanabe decided to leave Hawaii in 2020, and they ended up in Italy. No, not that Italy. Rather, Italy, Texas, just down the road from Waxahachie. There they had the opportunity to buy a 65-acre ranch “surrounded by oak … [Read more...] about Lillian And Steve Watanabe Retired From Hawaii to Create Eagle Oak Retreat For Vets And First Responders
Nexus Auxiliary Has A New Slate Of Officers With Plans for the 2021-2022 Term
The Auxiliary of Nexus Recovery Center has a new slate of officers to “support and promote the interests of Nexus Recovery Center Inc." Lauren Gillette will serve as president with Development VP Laura Jeffers, Membership VP Robin Bagwell, Recording Secretary Daria Charland, Treasurer Barbara Renfro, Marketing/PR Sharon Adams, Historian/Parliamentarian Caryl Madison, Children’s … [Read more...] about Nexus Auxiliary Has A New Slate Of Officers With Plans for the 2021-2022 Term
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Dogs Matter
According to Dogs Matter volunteer online marketing and foster operations leader Taylor Stensrud, “Founded in 2014 by Stephen Knight, Dogs Matter is the only dog fostering program in the country that helps to temporarily house dogs during the owner’s stay at treatment for alcohol and drug addiction. Finding a temporary home for your dog while going to treatment is an issue … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Dogs Matter
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Celebrate Forever Families
According to Celebrate Forever Families volunteer Shelby Fry, “Celebrate Forever Families (aka Forever Families) is a non-profit non-denominational ministry that provides a no cost residential program for women and children who are in crisis and has been helping to restore lives since 2015. They primarily serve families from North Texas; however, women have traveled from … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Celebrate Forever Families