According to 2023 Nexus Young Supporters Council Chair Alyssa Franta, “On behalf of Nexus Recovery Center, I would like to invite you to our Young Supporters Council (YSC) Back-to-School fundraiser on Tuesday, August 30. This event will benefit approximately 128 children (ages 0-12) enrolled in Nexus’ Child Development Center (CDC) and Pregnant and Parenting Women with … [Read more...] about MySweetSchoolDaze: Nexus Young Supporters Council Back-To-School
Recovery
Memorial Day’s Three-Day Weekend Is A Welcome Relief From Trying Times
If ever there was a need for a three-day weekend, this Memorial Day holiday has come to the rescue. In addition to the devastating news of the week, there are countless non-profits, donors and vendors running out of steam after an eight-week marathon of fundraising. Within the two-month period starting in April, North Texas charities saw a break in the pandemic in which they … [Read more...] about Memorial Day’s Three-Day Weekend Is A Welcome Relief From Trying Times
Lillian And Steve Watanabe Retired From Hawaii to Create Eagle Oak Retreat For Vets And First Responders
Many folks retire and head to the island state of Hawaii, with its beautiful surroundings. But upon retiring from their business, Lillian and Stave Watanabe decided to leave Hawaii in 2020, and they ended up in Italy. No, not that Italy. Rather, Italy, Texas, just down the road from Waxahachie. There they had the opportunity to buy a 65-acre ranch “surrounded by oak … [Read more...] about Lillian And Steve Watanabe Retired From Hawaii to Create Eagle Oak Retreat For Vets And First Responders
Nexus Auxiliary Has A New Slate Of Officers With Plans for the 2021-2022 Term
The Auxiliary of Nexus Recovery Center has a new slate of officers to “support and promote the interests of Nexus Recovery Center Inc." Lauren Gillette will serve as president with Development VP Laura Jeffers, Membership VP Robin Bagwell, Recording Secretary Daria Charland, Treasurer Barbara Renfro, Marketing/PR Sharon Adams, Historian/Parliamentarian Caryl Madison, Children’s … [Read more...] about Nexus Auxiliary Has A New Slate Of Officers With Plans for the 2021-2022 Term
Austin Street Center’s Turning Dirt Celebrated A Major Step In Helping The Homeless
Across the street from the Austin Street Chapel, an earth mover sat quietly in what appeared to be a huge vacant lot. Only it was totally empty Thursday. On the northwest side was a tent with chairs in rows facing a podium. Behind it were 13 shining shovels in stands and topped with equally shiny hardhats. It was the setting for the 11 a.m. groundbreaking for the new Austin … [Read more...] about Austin Street Center’s Turning Dirt Celebrated A Major Step In Helping The Homeless
The Magdalen House Officially Put Out The Welcome Mat Thursday At Maggie’s House
Built in 1910, the two-story, red-brick house at 4513 Gaston had been built during the turn-of-the-century glory days of East Dallas when Swiss Avenue was the showplace boulevard just blocks away. Over the years, both the house and the neighborhood had their ups and downs. Like other family homes in the area, 4513 evolved into a boarding house that was in need of some love and … [Read more...] about The Magdalen House Officially Put Out The Welcome Mat Thursday At Maggie’s House
JUST IN: The Auxiliary Of Nexus Is Popping Up With A Mother’s Day Gift Solution
Not even a global pandemic can stop Mother’s Day from happening. Whether it’s an online “thank you” or a family get-together, it’s a day that is perfectly made for the month of May. Over the years of celebrating mothers on this special day, the tradition has been brunch and/or bouquets of flowers. The Auxiliary of Nexus has come up with a two-for-one answer to your … [Read more...] about JUST IN: The Auxiliary Of Nexus Is Popping Up With A Mother’s Day Gift Solution
The Upswing Fund For Adolescent Mental Health Awards $100K Grant To Phoenix House Texas
The old saying goes that, “If March comes in like a lion, it goes out like a lamb.” But Texas-based Phoenix House Texas switched up the saying, going out of March with a lion’s share of a grant — $100,000 to be exact, thanks to The Upswing Fund for Adolescent Mental Health. And the timing couldn’t have been better. As Phoenix House Texas CEO Bart Loewen explained, … [Read more...] about The Upswing Fund For Adolescent Mental Health Awards $100K Grant To Phoenix House Texas
The Women’s Center Of Tarrant County Is Turning April Into A Teal Fundraising Experience
When folks think of April, they consider it to be a breath of fresh air with the cold days of winter officially in the rearview mirror and fields of bluebonnets sprouting everywhere. But what most don’t realize that it’s also Sexual Assault Awareness Month and National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Usually it's the time when The Women's Center of Tarrant County held its … [Read more...] about The Women’s Center Of Tarrant County Is Turning April Into A Teal Fundraising Experience
North Texas Nonprofits Recovering From February Storm Receive Help From Reliant’s And NRG Energy’s $10M Texas Commitment
It was less than five weeks ago that Texas was in a deep freeze thanks to Winter Storm Uri. As the state thawed out, the devastation left in the storm's wake had been mind boggling. To help nonprofits face the daunting challenge of recovery, Reliant has been ramping up efforts to help. In addition to co-sponsoring/co-founding Camila and Matthew McConaughey’s “We’re Texas” … [Read more...] about North Texas Nonprofits Recovering From February Storm Receive Help From Reliant’s And NRG Energy’s $10M Texas Commitment
March 3 Update: Cancellation, Postponement And Rescheduled
While the Texas governor is reopening the state and local officials are wary, the North Texas nonprofits are still juggling dates for the good of their organizations, supporters, staffs and vendors. Here is the latest group of changes for fundraising calendars: Cancellation Auxiliary of Nexus' Spring Luncheon scheduled for Friday, May 21 Postponed The Dallas … [Read more...] about March 3 Update: Cancellation, Postponement And Rescheduled