My Sweet Charity

An Ongoing Conversation For the Good Of Dallas

Intellectual and Development Disabilities

Ability Connection Celebrated Its 1953 Roots With News Of A Headquarters Move At Vine And Dine

by

Unlike days of yore when ladies and their gents arrived together, today's couples are coming from different commitments for a mutual occasion. A perfect example of 2023 "dating" was the Ability Connection's Vine And Dine on Thursday, April 6, at Arlington Hall. While Event Co-Chair Debbie Francis was putting all the dots on the "i"s  and crosses on the "t"s, she was also … [Read more...] about Ability Connection Celebrated Its 1953 Roots With News Of A Headquarters Move At Vine And Dine

MySweetWishList: Ability Connection

by

According to Ability Connection Board Member and advocate Debbie Francis, “We believe generosity can transform the world! Partner with Ability Connection, and together, let’s create a world of inclusion for people with disabilities. There are many ways to give to Ability Connection, other than mailing your donation to our Dallas office. “Give securely online.  Ability … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Ability Connection

MySweetWishList: Equest

by

According to Equest CEO Lili Kellogg, "The barns are decked with horses and holly, and 'tis the season to be generously jolly! My wish is that the community will support our therapy horses and the clients we serve during the holidays by participating in our Angel Tree Wish List. “Here are two easy ways to support us: “Visit Equest at the Texas Horse Park, 811 … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Equest

MySweetToyDrive: The Warren Center’s Operation Santa Toy Drive

by

According to The Warren Center’s CEO Amy Spawn, “Over the past three decades, The Warren Center has hosted thousands 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. At least 70% of the families we serve live beneath Texas' … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: The Warren Center’s Operation Santa Toy Drive

North Texas Giving Day Booster: Camp Summit

by

According to Camp Summit’s Marketing and Public Relations Manager Marissa Hoiles, “Well, it’s oh-fish-ial, Camp Summit has participated in North Texas Giving Day since it began in 2009. NTGD has helped Camp Summit raise over $300,000 in the last 12 years. This has made camp possible for campers of all ages, and disabilities! It helped bring new programs like pickleball and … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Camp Summit

North Texas Giving Day Booster: SONshine Center

by

According to SONshine Center Assistant Director Jaime Gough, “Ensuring that special needs adults have a safe and fun environment to learn, participate in a variety of activities, and socialize is of vital importance to help them gain independence, feel valued and reach their full potential! The SONshine Center is a Monday – Friday day program for adults with special needs. … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: SONshine Center

MySweetCharity Opportunity: Fantasy Football

by

According to Fantasy Football Co-Chairs Jeni and Brent Garrett and Phyllis and Jim Stone, “Put your game face on and get ready for some football at The Warren Center’s largest fundraising event of the year – Fantasy Football Draft Night – on Friday, August 19, from 6:00 p.m. to 10: 30 p.m. at the Westin Galleria Dallas. “Huddle up with your friends to draft your own … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Fantasy Football

Vine and Dine’s “A Night In Napa” Overcame An Icy Delay To Raise Funds For Ability Connection

by

2021/2022 Vine And Dine Co-Chairs Kara Sewell and Kimber Westphall weren't going to let the pandemic restrictions and February's ice story prevent them from holding their Ability Connection fundraiser. So, they just moved their "A Night In Napa" to Thursday, April 14. But instead of heading west to California's Napa Valley, they brought Napa to The Hall on Dragon complete with … [Read more...] about Vine and Dine’s “A Night In Napa” Overcame An Icy Delay To Raise Funds For Ability Connection

Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Fashion Show Letters Are Hitting Mailboxes This Week

by

To welcome folks back from spring break, the Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon committee was busy preparing letters to remind people of the 2022 Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon and Fashion Show. Gathering at Luncheon Chair Shannon Graham’s home, Women’s Auxiliary Founder Louise Griffeth, 2022 Community Service Award Recipient Sarah Losinger, Underwriting Chair Kimber … [Read more...] about Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Fashion Show Letters Are Hitting Mailboxes This Week

Scottie Joe’s Is Brewing Up Hands-On Experience For Highland Park High School Students

by

Starbucks and Drip may not be aware, but there’s a new coffee shop in North Texas. It’s called Scottie Joe’s and is the result of a partnership of Highland Park High School and Credit Union of Texas (CUTX). This student-run coffee shop is an interesting undertaking allowing juniors and seniors to have a hands-on experience of running a business. While students in the … [Read more...] about Scottie Joe’s Is Brewing Up Hands-On Experience For Highland Park High School Students