According to Camp Summit’s Marketing and Public Relations Manager Marissa Hoiles, “Well, it’s oh-fish-ial, Camp Summit has participated in North Texas Giving Day since it began in 2009. NTGD has helped Camp Summit raise over $300,000 in the last 12 years. This has made camp possible for campers of all ages, and disabilities! It helped bring new programs like pickleball and … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Camp Summit
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North Texas Giving Day Booster: SONshine Center
According to SONshine Center Assistant Director Jaime Gough, “Ensuring that special needs adults have a safe and fun environment to learn, participate in a variety of activities, and socialize is of vital importance to help them gain independence, feel valued and reach their full potential! The SONshine Center is a Monday – Friday day program for adults with special needs. … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: SONshine Center
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Camp Summit’s Boots And Bandanas Dinner And Auction
According to Camp Summit Development Associate Keturah Gray, “For 75 years, Camp Summit has developed and delivered outdoor camping programs for children, adults and seniors with disabilities. In our barrier-free camp in Paradise, Texas, we offer a wide variety of traditional camp activities throughout the entire year. With week-long, weekend, and single day sessions, we are … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Camp Summit’s Boots And Bandanas Dinner And Auction
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Bryan’s House 2022 Luncheon And Awards
According to Bryan’s House 2022 Luncheon and Awards Co-Chair Adrienne Wagner, “My husband, David Wagner, and I are honored to serve as luncheon co-chairs for the Bryan’s House 2022 Luncheon and Awards, which will be held on Wednesday, September 28, at the Arts District Mansion from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. We welcome Carol Seay as the honorary chair of the … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Bryan’s House 2022 Luncheon And Awards
TWU And My Possibilities Receive $267,477 For “Planning For Autism In Communities And Schools”
While strides have been made in addressing the issues facing those with autism, there are still major challenges. According to a collaboration between Texas Woman’s University School of Occupational Therapy and My Possibilities, “the current outcomes for autistic adolescents and adults often include social isolation and stressful/difficult attempts at participation in community … [Read more...] about TWU And My Possibilities Receive $267,477 For “Planning For Autism In Communities And Schools”
Vine and Dine’s “A Night In Napa” Overcame An Icy Delay To Raise Funds For Ability Connection
2021/2022 Vine And Dine Co-Chairs Kara Sewell and Kimber Westphall weren't going to let the pandemic restrictions and February's ice story prevent them from holding their Ability Connection fundraiser. So, they just moved their "A Night In Napa" to Thursday, April 14. But instead of heading west to California's Napa Valley, they brought Napa to The Hall on Dragon complete with … [Read more...] about Vine and Dine’s “A Night In Napa” Overcame An Icy Delay To Raise Funds For Ability Connection
Scottie Joe’s Is Brewing Up Hands-On Experience For Highland Park High School Students
Starbucks and Drip may not be aware, but there’s a new coffee shop in North Texas. It’s called Scottie Joe’s and is the result of a partnership of Highland Park High School and Credit Union of Texas (CUTX). This student-run coffee shop is an interesting undertaking allowing juniors and seniors to have a hands-on experience of running a business. While students in the … [Read more...] about Scottie Joe’s Is Brewing Up Hands-On Experience For Highland Park High School Students
2022 Crystal Charity Ball Bus Tour Made The Rounds Of This Year’s Beneficiaries
The latest cold front wasn’t due to arrive until mid-afternoon on Thursday, February 17. For 2022 Crystal Charity Ball Susan Farris it had just been two weeks before when another weather event had forced her to make a decision to hold the general meeting of the committee on Friday, February 4, for the final presentation of the year’s beneficiaries. Despite school districts and … [Read more...] about 2022 Crystal Charity Ball Bus Tour Made The Rounds Of This Year’s Beneficiaries
Paul Of Peter, Paul And Mary Fame To Highlight KidLinks’ Intimate 40th Anniversary Kick-Off Concert
There's a good chance that you've attended a wedding during which "Wedding Song (There Is Love)" was played. For the AARP crowd they'll probably recall hearing it for the first time in early 1970s. Written by Noel Paul Stookey, a year later the song rose to even greater popularity when British songbird Petula Clark recorded it. Interestingly, the song was first performed by … [Read more...] about Paul Of Peter, Paul And Mary Fame To Highlight KidLinks’ Intimate 40th Anniversary Kick-Off Concert
JUST IN: Thursday’s Inaugural Non-Profit And Faith-Based Roundtable Regroups To April 14
With evening weathercasters looking at their radar and looking sorta nervous about the next 48 hours of a frigid blast, word has just arrived from Texas Charitable Foundation Credit Union Executive Director Tracey Cline that "due to the inclement weather forecasted for this Thursday, February 24, and keeping your safety top of mind, we have decided to reschedule our 'Inaugural … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Thursday’s Inaugural Non-Profit And Faith-Based Roundtable Regroups To April 14
Karen Wald To Succeed My Possibilities Board Of Directors Chair Charmaine Solomon
It was back in 2008 when Charmaine Solomon and two other mothers with youngsters “graduating” from high school discovered that there “was nothing in North Texas that provided quality, full-time continued education for their children’s unique needs." Thanks to the moms rallying the community, My Possibilities was established in June 2008 to help adults with intellectual … [Read more...] about Karen Wald To Succeed My Possibilities Board Of Directors Chair Charmaine Solomon