According to Jill Rowlett, John Clutts and Dee Wyly, “The iconic ‘Hibiscus Fountain’ in Turtle Creek Park has been a landmark since 1970 when noted landscape designer Joseph Lambert and lighting guru John Watson, along with a cadre of prominent friends, designed and helped fund the unique water feature. The project was funded to ‘honor veterans, of all backgrounds, … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Carolyn Canfield Lupton’s Circle Of Friends
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MySweetWishList: Equest Women’s Auxiliary
According to Equest Women’s Auxiliary 2022 Luncheon Chairman Shannon Graham, “When Equest Women’s Auxiliary Founder Louise Griffeth started the organization more than 30 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 vital support team to help Equest raised funds and … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Equest Women’s Auxiliary
MySweetWishList: Attorneys Serving The Community’s 36th Annual Luncheon
According to Attorneys Serving the Community 2022-2023 Lead Chair Maeghan Whitehead, “My wish is for the Dallas community to come see 'Dopesick and Raising Lazarus' author Beth Macy on Friday, June 16, at ASC’s 36th Annual Luncheon benefiting Nexus Recovery Center. As the 2022-2023 Lead Chair of Attorneys Serving the Community (ASC), a volunteer organization of … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Attorneys Serving The Community’s 36th Annual Luncheon
MySweetWishList: Equest
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
MySweetWishList: The Family Place
According to The Family Place Chairman of the Board Harold H. Ginsburg, “This holiday season, the three shelters at The Family Place will be full of family violence survivors working hard to escape abuse and poverty. While in the care of the hardworking staff, everything clients need is provided—food, clothing, transportation, and unwavering support. “This is a … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: The Family Place
MySweetWishList: Twelfth Step Ministry
According to a Twelfth Step Ministry anonymous volunteer, “The Twelfth Step Ministry at the Center for Spiritual Development’s greatest wish is to offer our critical services to more people who struggle with a substance or behavioral addiction or have a family member or friend who suffers. “Located in the heart of Dallas, Twelfth Step Ministry is a non-profit organization … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Twelfth Step Ministry
MySweetWishList: Faith Presbyterian Hospice
According to Forefront Living Foundation volunteer Jennifer Aebi, “My name is Jennifer and I am a volunteer at the Forefront Living Foundation. I know the impact grief and familiar loss has on families. I lost a sister and a father, and I am not alone. One in five children will experience the death of someone close to them by the age of eighteen. Bereaved children are at … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Faith Presbyterian Hospice
JUST IN: Beth “Dopesick” Macy To Keynote ASC Luncheon Benefiting Nexus Recovery Center
When they’re not litigating lawsuits or creating unbreakable contracts, the more than 375 women of Attorneys Serving the Community (ASC) are known for a unique fundraising program. Since 1987, they have raised nearly $5M for Dallas-area non-profits including The Bridge Breast Network, Hope Supply Co., Mosaic Family Services, Rainbow Days Inc., Junior Players, Dallas CASA, … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Beth “Dopesick” Macy To Keynote ASC Luncheon Benefiting Nexus Recovery Center
Once Out Of “The Stall,” The Equest Fashion Show Ponied Up With A Sold-Out Success
It seems that Brook Hollow had made some changes to its two-lane entry. Now one lane was dedicated to “members only,” and the other was for guests. But having only one lane open for the Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon and Fashion Show on Tuesday, October 4, caused a bit of an unexpected challenge. One guest was seen parking at a store across Harry Hines and then walking over … [Read more...] about Once Out Of “The Stall,” The Equest Fashion Show Ponied Up With A Sold-Out Success
JUST IN: Olympian Scott Hamilton To Serve Up A Healthy Dose Of Inspiration At Healing Hands Luncheon
When Scott Hamilton was six weeks old, he was a sickly baby but lucky enough to be adopted by professors Dorothy and Ernest Hamilton, who gave their all to help him get better. But thanks to misdiagnoses, he spent most of his time in hospitals. At one point the Hamiltons were told he likely only had six months to live. While his parents wouldn’t give up on their son, they … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Olympian Scott Hamilton To Serve Up A Healthy Dose Of Inspiration At Healing Hands Luncheon
Sons Of The Flag’s Ten-Year Anniversary To Raise Funds Especially For Local Burn Care Programs
It was ten years ago that Sons of the Flag was created by Ryan “Birdman” Parrot in Dallas to support just one man who had suffered severe burns while serving his country. Ryan’s efforts were the result of his “learning of minimal advancements in burn care advancements since the Vietnam Era.” Soon it became evident that in addition to other vets with similar … [Read more...] about Sons Of The Flag’s Ten-Year Anniversary To Raise Funds Especially For Local Burn Care Programs