With the 2025 Sweetheart Ball held just a couple of weeks ago, the fundraising group of women that supports "cardiology research at UT Southwestern Medical Center" has already laid out plans for next year's black-tie event. First lady of the Kansas City Chiefs Tavia Hunt will chair the event. According to Tavia, "It is my honor to continue the longstanding and … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Tavia Hunt To Chair 2026 Sweetheart Ball With Date And Location Already Set
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2024 The Sweetheart Ball’s Salute To Lyford Cay Club Warmed The Hearts Of Generous Guests
Evidently Mother Nature was having a hissy fit over not being invited to the 2024 Sweetheart Ball on Saturday, April 20, at Brook Hollow Golf Club. It was nothing personal, but who could blame the old gal? It was just that 2024 Ball Chair Heather Washburne already had a record-breaking number of 268 folks gobble up reservations for the annual black-tie gala. Knowing Heather, … [Read more...] about 2024 The Sweetheart Ball’s Salute To Lyford Cay Club Warmed The Hearts Of Generous Guests
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2024 The Sweetheart Ball
The very idea of women in elegant silk gowns having to wear cloaks and fur wraps in April may have seemed as foreign as having a submarine race along the Trinity, but that's exactly what happened for The Sweetheart Ball on Saturday, April 20. Despite 2024 Chair Heather Washburne's creating a fabulous version of The Bahamas' Lyford Cay Club complete … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2024 The Sweetheart Ball
JUST IN: Kansas City Chiefs First Lady Tavia Hunt To Chair 2026 Sweetheart Ball
While Clark Hunt is accepting pats on the back for being named the 2024 H. Neil Mallon Awardee, his wife Tavia Hunt has also had some news of her own. Following the 2024 Heather Washburne’s gangbuster Sweetheart Ball in April and with 2025 Chair Ola Fojtasek already locking down plans for the next one, it was just announced that Tavia will be heading up the 2026 fundraiser … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Kansas City Chiefs First Lady Tavia Hunt To Chair 2026 Sweetheart Ball
Christ’s Family Clinic’s “Art Of Caring For Others Art Auction And Reception” To Feature Diane And Daryl Johnston
From private health insurance and insurance through their employers to government programs, folks seem to be bombarded with all types of healthcare options. While it’s so confusing how and what to sign up for, the opportunities are out there for those who qualify. But, what about those adults who are uninsured despite the passage of the Affordable Health Care Act in March … [Read more...] about Christ’s Family Clinic’s “Art Of Caring For Others Art Auction And Reception” To Feature Diane And Daryl Johnston
Rain Couldn’t Dampen News Arising At 2023 Sweetheart Ball New Members Tea
The 2023 Sweetheart Ball new members tea was a multi-generational, family affair of support for the black-tie gala that has raised more than $42M for heart disease treatment and prevention. With 1996 Ball Chair Alinda Wikert hosting the afternoon tea at her exquisite home, her niece/2023 Ball Chair Heather Washburne had a full agenda to share with the committee of volunteers … [Read more...] about Rain Couldn’t Dampen News Arising At 2023 Sweetheart Ball New Members Tea
JUST IN: 2023 Sweetheart Ball’s Record-Breaker Net And Chair 2025 Ball Revealed
As The Sweetheart Ball committee gathered yesterday at 1996 Ball Chair Alinda Wikert's home, the battle against heart disease ramped up with news. 2024 Ball Chair Heather Washburne congratulated 2023 Chair Amy Prestidge for "the successful and beautiful 2023 Sweetheart Ball" for providing "a record-breaking $2.7M for cardiovascular research" at UT Southwestern … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2023 Sweetheart Ball’s Record-Breaker Net And Chair 2025 Ball Revealed
The Sweetheart Ball Committee Adds Six New Members To Raise Funds For Cardiology Research
2024 Sweetheart Ball Chair Heather Washburne has announced the addition of six new members to the organization that raises funds for cardiology research. Joining the group are Susan Butt, Charlyn Holmes, Kari Schlegel Kloewer, Meredith Land Moore, Elizabeth Augur Taylor and Amy Abboud Aware. According to Heather, “We are excited to have these amazing … [Read more...] about The Sweetheart Ball Committee Adds Six New Members To Raise Funds For Cardiology Research
The Sweetheart Ball’s Elegant Garden Party Flourished With Florals, Fashions And Philanthropists
One North Texas philanthropy vet described the black-tie crowd entering Brook Hollow Golf Club on Saturday, April 29, this way: “This is the honey pot!” The Sweetheart Ball actually was sweet, and rightly so, since the fundraiser's purpose was something everyone has a vested interest in: cardiology research and treatment at UT Southwestern Medical … [Read more...] about The Sweetheart Ball’s Elegant Garden Party Flourished With Florals, Fashions And Philanthropists
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 Sweetheart Ball
For decades The Sweetheart Ball has raised funds for North Texas researchers in their efforts to battle heart disease. On Saturday, April 29, 280 guests in black tie and gowns celebrated 2023 Chair Amy Prestidge's fundraising leadership with the ball at Brook Hollow Golf Club. Instead of a battlefield, the Club was transformed into an exquisite garden setting from … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 Sweetheart Ball
Cold, Wet Weather Didn’t Dampen The Sweetheart Ball Patrons’ Spirits In A Palatial Setting
Who would have believed that North Texas weather was still chilling, barely hitting 70 on Thursday, April 28? That alone, plus the threat of rain, might have resulted in guests just staying at home rather than attend a patron party. Happily such was not the case for The Sweetheart Ball gathering on the eve of the legendary fundraiser for heart disease research in North … [Read more...] about Cold, Wet Weather Didn’t Dampen The Sweetheart Ball Patrons’ Spirits In A Palatial Setting