Not everybody was running and riding in North Texas for Children's Medical Center Foundation's 2020 Virtual Red Balloon Run And Ride fundraiser today. Loren Descovich was spinning away inside her basement in Colorado, where the day’s high was 62 degrees. Loren’s not your typical Red Balloon participant with kids who've benefited from all the great professionals at … [Read more...] about Loren Descovich Proved That The 2020 Virtual Red Balloon Run And Ride Knew No Boundaries
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What A Beautiful Day To Choose A Virtual Red Balloon Run And Ride For Children’s
To say it’s a beautiful day is an understatement. Perhaps for once Mother Nature is happy watching people running, walking and cycling around the area in bright red shirts. It’s all a part of the 10th annual Red Balloon Run and Ride fundraiser. Despite not being held at one gathering spot and along one route because of COVID-19, the event is taking place throughout … [Read more...] about What A Beautiful Day To Choose A Virtual Red Balloon Run And Ride For Children’s
Canceled Event SOS: Children’s Cancer Fund’ 32nd Annual Children’s Cancer Fund Gala
According to Children’s Cancer Fund Executive Director Jennifer Arthur, The 32nd Annual Children’s Cancer Fund Gala did not take place on Friday, April 17, but the fight against cancer has not been canceled. Doctors are still making their rounds, nurses are caring for kids, and we at Children’s Cancer Fund are committed to caring for kids with cancer. We will continue to … [Read more...] about Canceled Event SOS: Children’s Cancer Fund’ 32nd Annual Children’s Cancer Fund Gala
2020 Red Balloon Run And Ride For Children’s To Virtually Take Place Saturday, April 25
Thanks to COVID-19 precautions, folks have had to adapt to new ways of living, working and playing together. You used to get together with pals at a patio bar for drinks. Now you Facetime or Zoom. Some North Texas nonprofits have had to change their POA from the traditional gathering of hundreds or thousands to rally awareness and funds. They’ve undertaken virtual … [Read more...] about 2020 Red Balloon Run And Ride For Children’s To Virtually Take Place Saturday, April 25
Friday, March 13’s Roundup Of Cancellations, Postponements, Suspensions And Closures Resulting From Coronavirus Concerns
LATE UPDATE: 2020 Art Ball Chair Brian Bolke just sent word that the spring black-tie favorite Dallas Museum of Art fundraiser slated for Saturday, April 18, has been canceled. According to DMA Eugene McDermott Director Agustin Arteaga, "We are deeply indebted to Ball Chair Brian Bolke who brought a dynamic vision to this year’s gala. We are also appreciative of you, our … [Read more...] about Friday, March 13’s Roundup Of Cancellations, Postponements, Suspensions And Closures Resulting From Coronavirus Concerns
2020 Children’s Cancer Fund Gala And Activities Are Canceled
The coronavirus has just claimed another children's nonprofit fundraiser — the 2020 Children's Cancer Fund Gala scheduled for Friday, April 17, at the Hilton Anatole. Children's Cancer Fund Executive Director Jennifer Arthur reported that after having "close talks with Children's Medical Center and the Executive Board, we regretfully made the difficult decision to cancel … [Read more...] about 2020 Children’s Cancer Fund Gala And Activities Are Canceled
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: St. Valentine’s Day Fashion Show And Luncheon
St. Valentine’s Day Fashion Show and Luncheon Chair Nikki Webb must have had some pull with Mother Nature. Despite the threat of frigid weather and the possibility of icy roads for the event on Wednesday, February 5, the freezing temperatures held off until the next day. While there was still enough of a chill that required coats, guests wore their brightest red and pink … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: St. Valentine’s Day Fashion Show And Luncheon
Children’s Medical Center Foundation’s Thank You Reception Had A Few Changes To The Annual Event
The annual “Thank you” reception at the Dallas Country Club for supporters of the Children's Medical Center Foundation and Children’s Health had been tweaked a bit this year. Instead of holding it on the third Sunday of January, as usual, the donors fete was moved to the fourth Sunday of the month— aka January 26. That way it wouldn’t compete with the NFL playoffs leading up to … [Read more...] about Children’s Medical Center Foundation’s Thank You Reception Had A Few Changes To The Annual Event
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2020 Children’s Cancer Fund Models Reveal
It was a red carpet presentation complete with staging, photo opps and amazing heroines and heroes. The occasion was the 2020 Children's Cancer Fund presentation of the models who will be on the runway at the Hilton Anatole on Friday, April 17. While they weren't on Kim Dawson's roster, each of the youngsters were vets in dealing with leukemia or cancer. But unlike years … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2020 Children’s Cancer Fund Models Reveal
JUST IN: 2020 Chldren’s Cancer Fund Models Revealed But With An Extra Shine Of Gold
There was a slight change in plans for the reveal of the 2020 Children’s Cancer Fund Gala models. Stalwart supporters Roger Staubach and Troy Aikman were still on board. Jennifer Arthur was still at the helm of Children’s Cancer Fund. Children’s Health’s pediatric cancer research and treatments were still benefiting from the gala co-chaired by Jamie O’Banion and Holly Pellham … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2020 Chldren’s Cancer Fund Models Revealed But With An Extra Shine Of Gold
JUST IN: 2020 NorthPark Ambassadors And Their Non-Profit Partners Revealed
NorthPark Center’s Ambassador program is starting the new year with the announcement of the 2020 Ambassadors. Instead of traveling the country representing NorthPark, these Ambassadors have a one-year tenure and stay put right here in North Texas “to partner with NorthPark and its retailers for various initiatives to benefit the charitable organization through meaningful events … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2020 NorthPark Ambassadors And Their Non-Profit Partners Revealed