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Intellectual and Development Disabilities

MySweetWishList: Hugs Café Inc. Gala

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According to Hugs Café Inc. Marketing Manager Allison Trueken, "Please join us at the 2025 Hugs Gala on Saturday, February 15, from 6 p.m.to 10 p.m., at the Dallas Allen Marriott Hotel and Convention Center. This unforgettable evening will feature dinner, an open bar, the Bo Phillips Band, auction, 60-second portraits and more! Our Hugs Café Inc. team will be in attendance … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Hugs Café Inc. Gala

MySweetWishList: Equest Women’s Auxiliary

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According to Equest Women’s Auxiliary 2024 Fashion Show Chair Katherine Wyker, “When Equest Women’s Auxiliary visionary Louise Griffeth founded the organization more than thirty years ago, Equest was known as Freedom Ride and many people were unfamiliar with the cause and how to become supporters. “Her vision was to create a long-term support team to help Equest raise … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Equest Women’s Auxiliary

MySweetWishList: Ability Connection

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According to Ability Connection Board Member and advocate Debbie Francis, “Ability Connection proves daily that there are truly angels among us! Along with essential care, they bring dignity and joy to children and adults with lifelong mental and physical disabilities. Our family is forever grateful to them. Let me tell you why my wish is that you join us in supporting this … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Ability Connection

Olympics Star Talks Risk, Failure And Confidence At Goodwill’s Marquee Fundraiser

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Goodwill Industries of Dallas President and CEO Tim Heis was happy. Not only had Goodwill recently partnered with the University of North Texas to jump-start Goodwill's Empowerment Works job program for people with disabilities, Heis told MySweetCharity. But the non-profit had just attracted 700 guests including Jan and Fred Hegi with son Peter Hegi, Kate and Willing Ryan, … [Read more...] about Olympics Star Talks Risk, Failure And Confidence At Goodwill’s Marquee Fundraiser

JUST IN: 2024 La Fiesta De Las Seis Banderas Results In $408,445 To 18 Non-Profits

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Highland Park Village just oozes with big buck spending for couture creations, works of art accessories and fabulous jewelry. But last night more than $408,000 was scored there, but nary a retailer received a cent. Rather the recipients were the 18 non-profits that benefited from the 2023-2024 La Fiesta De Las Seis Banderas. With beaming smiles and looks of relief, … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2024 La Fiesta De Las Seis Banderas Results In $408,445 To 18 Non-Profits

2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Bee Happy Day Hab

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According to Bee Happy Day Hab’s Program Manager Melissa Madsen, “Helping a man named Richie get to church was the catalyst for Bee Happy Day Hab. “Richie, in his early 30s, contacted a local church looking for someone to help him. He lived independently, though his intellectual developmental disability prevented him from being able to work or drive, leaving him … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Bee Happy Day Hab

MySweetOpportunity: New Hope Equine Assisted Therapy

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According to New Hope Equine Assisted Therapy Board Member and volunteer Kathleen Beisly, “We have built a community from all walks of life; our participants vary in age from the very young to over 90! Our program participants struggle with a wide range of disabilities, but find freedom, confidence, control and feelings of success when working with our horses. The majority … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: New Hope Equine Assisted Therapy

Best Buddies’ 2024 Champion Of The Year Gala Scheduled for Friday Before Thanksgiving

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In honor of last Thursday's World Down Syndrome Day, Best Buddies of North Texas has officially launched its 2024 fundraiser, Best Buddies Annual Champion Of The Year Gala. Taking place on Friday, November 22, (aka the Friday before Thanksgiving), this year’s dinner will take place at On The Levee in the Design District with the theme “Studio 89,” in honor of Best Buddies … [Read more...] about Best Buddies’ 2024 Champion Of The Year Gala Scheduled for Friday Before Thanksgiving

MySweetWishList: The Warren Center

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According to The Warren Center CEO Amy Spawn, “I'm proud to share that, in our ongoing mission to help children with developmental differences thrive, for the first time ever, a dedicated grandmother has established a scholarship fund in honor of her grandson, called ‘Andrew's Scholarship Fund.’ “Before Andrew was born, he was diagnosed with Down syndrome. Andrew’s … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: The Warren Center

MySweetToyDrive: Bryan’s House Annual Family Holiday Celebration

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According to 2023 Bryan’s House Annual Family Holiday Celebration Co-Chair Regina Bruce, "Bryan’s House Toy Drive is now underway as part of an annual effort to create a festive celebration for children with special needs.  For over 35 years, Bryan’s House has been serving children with medical or developmental needs and their families, and each year the organization … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: Bryan’s House Annual Family Holiday Celebration