Back in the 1980s, the Plaza of the Americas was the office/retail/restaurant complex owned by Jacque and Toddie Lee Wynne Jr. Towering over North Pearl, its ice rink centerpiece in the lobby had hosted the Beaux Arts Ball and even featured ice skating legend Peggy Fleming. It was a time when hotels were part of the top families' projects: Caroline Hunt's Mansion On Turtle … [Read more...] about Leapin’ Lizards! CARE Dallas Is Taking A Jump “Over The Edge” Of Plaza Of The Americas
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JUST IN: 2024 Equest Women’s Auxiliary Netted $315,259+ For Equest’s Equine-Assisted Therapy
Instead of heading to lunch today for the noontime break from presentations by the 2025 Crystal Charity Ball beneficiary finalists, six CCB committee members joined Equest CEO Eric Lindh in the courtyard of Communities Foundation of Texas. It was for presentation of the Equest Women's Auxiliary check for a whopping $315,259.82 by 2024 Auxiliary President Lisa Loy Laughlin, … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2024 Equest Women’s Auxiliary Netted $315,259+ For Equest’s Equine-Assisted Therapy
MySweetWishList: Sons Of The Flag
According to Sons Of The Flag Board Member Louise Griffeth, “'Burns are not sexy!' When Sons of the Flag' was founded more than 12 years ago, that was the sentiment shared by many and so was the stigmatism attached to those veterans, first responders, and children that had suffered a severe burn injury. “Today, Sons of the Flag is changing that, through funding … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Sons Of The Flag
MySweetWishList: Nexus Recovery Family Center’s 4th Annual Mothers’ Brunch And Bazaar
According to 4th Annual Mother’s Brunch and Bazaar Co-Chair Maggie Kipp, “On behalf of the Nexus Family Recovery Center and the Auxiliary of Nexus, I invite you to our Mothers’ Brunch and Bazaar, on Monday, April 14, at a local country club, to be revealed soon. This event is a wonderful opportunity to support a cause that is focusing on healing and recovery for women and … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Nexus Recovery Family Center’s 4th Annual Mothers’ Brunch And Bazaar
JUST IN: Equest Women’s Auxiliary’s 2025 Leadership, Fashion Show Details Announced
The Equest Women's Auxiliary bean counters are figuring out the amount on the check resulting from the annual fashion show that took place last month. But that doesn't rein in their plans for 2025. Word has arrived with a wagon load of news. Heading up the Auxiliary as president will be Felicia Powell as she finishes up her role as underwriting co-chair of The Salvation Army … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Equest Women’s Auxiliary’s 2025 Leadership, Fashion Show Details Announced
Equest Fashion Show And Luncheon Crossed The Finish Line With Fashion, Kids And Honors
While Children’s Health and UT Southwestern Medical Center were breaking ground and news at Harry Hines Boulevard and Paul M. Bass Way for the new Dallas pediatric campus on Tuesday, October 1, just up the boulevard the ladies like Cheryl Joyner, Katie Layton Oster, Kristi Francis, Rusty Duvall, Janet Evans, Linda Secrest and Christie Carter who fundraise were at Brook Hollow … [Read more...] about Equest Fashion Show And Luncheon Crossed The Finish Line With Fashion, Kids And Honors
Four New Members Join Nexus Family Recovery Center Board
Nexus Family Recovery Center Board President Nickoria Johnson has just announced the addition of four to its board plus the officers for the Fiscal 2025 year. Literally coming on board are Tameji Berry, Dani-Bree Bialek, John Cuellar and Karl Nelson, who will join President-Elect Courtney Rottman, Immediate Past President Sharon King, Treasurer Billy Murray, … [Read more...] about Four New Members Join Nexus Family Recovery Center Board
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: The One Heart Project
According to Founder And CEO Of The One Heart Project Steve Riach, “The One Heart Project is thrilled to participate in our first North Texas Giving Day. Communities Foundation of Texas’ North Texas Giving Day represents an opportunity to enhance and expand our initiatives in Rockwall. “This funding will support youth like Mack, a One Heart graduate who, after growing up … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: The One Heart Project
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Traffick911
According to Traffick911’s Mission Engagement Coordinator Hannah Adeoye, “We’ve all seen them—the heart-pounding movies, the scary headlines, and the social media shares. It’s likely that the words ‘child sex trafficking’ conjure up images of kids trapped in a dusty room somewhere—somewhere, ‘over there,’ right? But child sex trafficking is not just an ‘over there’ issue. … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Traffick911
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Youth With Faces
According to Youth With Faces’ CEO Chris Quadri, “Teens have one thing in common: they all make mistakes. Regrettably, not all get to learn from them. For hundreds of kids in our community, the risk-taking and boundary-testing of the teen years leads them to the confines of the juvenile justice system. While youth referrals declined during the pandemic, there has been a … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Youth With Faces
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: STEPS With Horses
According to STEPS With Horses’ Executive Director Dr. Hallie Sheade, “When life's challenges become overwhelming and conventional means offer little relief, it can feel isolating and discouraging. Now, picture stepping into a serene pasture, greeted by the gentle nuzzle of a therapy horse. At STEPS with Horses, this is the experience we offer. Here, individuals find a … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: STEPS With Horses