After years of observing previous Crystal Charity Balls, 2024 CCB Chair Cheryl Joyner smartly decided to make the guests' arrival go more smoothly for her fundraising gala, themed "New York Holiday," on Saturday, December 7, at the Hilton Anatole Dallas. In a nutshell, event photographers and servers with drink trays were asked to stay away from the entrance as the evening's … [Read more...] about 2024 Crystal Charity Ball’s New York Holiday Was One For The Memory Books
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JUST IN: 2025 Crystal Charity Ball To Raise $7,459,305 For Seven Dallas County Children’s Non-Profits
After months of vetting Dallas County children's non-profits, The Crystal Charity Ball's committee of 100 has just selected its 2025 beneficiaries. After a full day of presentations by finalists at Communities Foundation of Texas, 2025 Ball Chair Mary Martha Pickens, Underwriting Chair Kim Quinn and Selection Chair Laura Downing have revealed following seven … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2025 Crystal Charity Ball To Raise $7,459,305 For Seven Dallas County Children’s Non-Profits
MySweetWishList: Visiting Nurse Association’s 15th Annual Celebrity Chef Event
According to Visiting Nurse Association's 15th Annual Celebrity Chef Co-Chair Rachael Singer, “My husband, Evan [Singer], and I are proud supporters of the Visiting Nurse Association (VNA), an organization that has had a significant impact on our community for 90 years. Our two daughters and now our son have had the privilege of serving on the VNA Teen Board, further … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Visiting Nurse Association’s 15th Annual Celebrity Chef Event
Network Of Community Ministries’ Fifth Fork-Off Was A Delicious Competition With Yummy Results
There was plenty of food for thought as well as fundraising for Network of Community Ministries' Fifth Fork-Off on Saturday, October 19. Taking place at the Network headquarters, the event featured some of Richardson's best hospitality establishments vying for the Golden Fork, Peoples' Choice and Humorous Apron honors, along with delicious results. Here's a report from the … [Read more...] about Network Of Community Ministries’ Fifth Fork-Off Was A Delicious Competition With Yummy Results
MySweetWishList: Kroger’s End Hunger Here
According to Kroger Dallas Division Corporate Affairs Director John Votava, "Kroger’s Dallas Division and The Kroger Co. Zero Hunger Zero Waste Foundation have just kicked off the holidays with our annual community hunger campaign, End Hunger Here. The company is aiming to raise $500,000 in cash donations this year – which translates to 1.5 million meals, in partnership with … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Kroger’s End Hunger Here
Healing Hands Luncheon Letters Reveal U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Renaisa Anthony As Keynoter
Don't even bother going to your mailbox today. After all, it's Veterans Day. While it's a day when we honor former U.S. military folks, it's also a day when mailboxes will be empty due to it being a federal holiday. But on Tuesday, postal carriers will be back on track delivering all type of envelopes. One of those just might be letters from HHM Health's 2025 Healing Hands … [Read more...] about Healing Hands Luncheon Letters Reveal U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Renaisa Anthony As Keynoter
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Giving Tree Acres Community Farm
According to Giving Tree Acres Community Farm Founder and Executive Director Kristen Sebastian, “Giving Tree Acres is on a mission to transform food pantries in underserved communities into havens of health and nourishment. “We're excited to participate in Communities Foundation of Texas’ North Texas Giving Day for the first time, and we're calling on our community to … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Giving Tree Acres Community Farm
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Frisco Fastpacs
According to Frisco Fastpacs Executive Director Heather Canterbury, “Imagine a child who depends entirely on school lunches for their meals, arriving at class each day with an empty stomach and uncertainty about their next meal. Hunger is a pressing issue that leads many students to struggle to focus and learn. No child should have to face that alone. In the Frisco … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Frisco Fastpacs
MySweetOpportunity: Wilkinson Center’s Pantry In The Park
According to Pantry in the Park Co-Chairs Laura Ailshire and Jenn and OJ DeSouza, “The 2nd Annual Pantry in the Park is the perfect ‘opportunity’ to support the Wilkinson Center - a nonprofit agency transforming the lives of Dallas families by providing pathways to success with dignity and respect. "Pantry in the Park will be held on Friday, October 18, from 6:30 - 10:30 … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: Wilkinson Center’s Pantry In The Park
Visiting Nurse Association Of Texas Adds Six Members To Its Board
Kicking off its fiscal year on Monday, July 1, the Visiting Nurse Association of Texas (VNA) has six new board members including Katie Edwards, Elizabeth E. Mack, Michael Parrish, Rev. Mark Porter, Nancy H. Rogers and Moses Varghese. In addition to the new board members, VNA's new mission is "to provide care to our community, enhancing health and … [Read more...] about Visiting Nurse Association Of Texas Adds Six Members To Its Board
Network Of Community Ministries Is Cooking Up Its 5th Annual Food Pantry Fork-Off
Network of Community Ministries’ 5th Annual Food Pantry Fork-Off is going to be a cornucopia of foodie deliciousness thanks to Richardson restaurants and businesses. With Margie and Bill Golden serving as honorary co-chairs, the evening at Network headquarters, 1500 International Pkwy Ste 300, Richardson, will be on Saturday, October 19. According to Network CEO Abbie … [Read more...] about Network Of Community Ministries Is Cooking Up Its 5th Annual Food Pantry Fork-Off