According to Genesis Women’s Shelter And Support Senior Director of Development Amy Norton, “We cannot break the generational cycle of violence without first meeting the physical and emotional needs of each and every child who arrives to Genesis. “At Genesis Women’s Shelter And Support, we know that abuse is not just physical. It is financial, spiritual, emotional and … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Genesis Women’s Shelter And Support
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North Texas Giving Day Booster: Wellspring Counseling Center
According to Wellspring Counseling Center Board Chair Rev. Alice Coder, “Good mental health is a critical element in strong families, sound workplaces and resilient friendships. Stress, anxiety and other mental health issues have an enormous impact on a person’s physical health as well as their ability to function whether at home, work, or play. Wellspring enables persons … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Wellspring Counseling Center
Equest Blue Ribbon Ball Bubbled With Champagne, Scootin’ Boots And Posing Ponies
Guests at Equest's Blue Ribbon Ball were welcomed to Texas Horse Park on Saturday, June 4, by the hosts themselves — including a few of the four-legged variety. The occasion was the 41st annual fundraiser for the non-profit, which provides equine-assisted therapy and counseling. After picking up refreshments at the "champagne wall" before entering the venue, the more … [Read more...] about Equest Blue Ribbon Ball Bubbled With Champagne, Scootin’ Boots And Posing Ponies
Grovel Alert: Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Fashion Show
If you had plans for checking out Highland Park Village’s fall fashions at the 2022 Equest Luncheon and Fashion Show on Tuesday, October 4, you’d better make sure that you have a place in the rows filling the ballroom at the Brook Hollow Golf Club. 2022 Equest Luncheon And Fashion Show Chair Shannon Graham just sent word that the Equest Women’s Auxiliary fundraiser on … [Read more...] about Grovel Alert: Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Fashion Show
Beacon Of Hope’s Zak Williams Recalled His Grieving Process Following His Father’s Tragic Death
Before the 500+ guests gathered in the Omni’s Dallas Ballroom for the Grant Halliburton Foundation's Beacon of Hope fundraising luncheon on Wednesday, March 9, they had loads of interest to attract their attention in the lobby. There were mental health activations including a Nespresso station, a Butterfly Wall, and DJ Lucy Wrubel blasting the tempo to keep things upbeat. … [Read more...] about Beacon Of Hope’s Zak Williams Recalled His Grieving Process Following His Father’s Tragic Death
Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Fashion Show Letters Are Hitting Mailboxes This Week
To welcome folks back from spring break, the Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon committee was busy preparing letters to remind people of the 2022 Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon and Fashion Show. Gathering at Luncheon Chair Shannon Graham’s home, Women’s Auxiliary Founder Louise Griffeth, 2022 Community Service Award Recipient Sarah Losinger, Underwriting Chair Kimber … [Read more...] about Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Fashion Show Letters Are Hitting Mailboxes This Week
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
BSW Dallas Foundation Quarterly Meeting Was A Triple-Header With Pete McCanna, Ronan Kelly And Jeff York
The Baylor Scott And White Dallas Foundation’s first quarterly meeting of 2022 was a virtual triple header on Tuesday, February 8. In addition to a get-to-know-you chat with former Baylor Scott And White Health CEO Jim Hinton’s successor Peter “Pete” McCanna, there was also a discussion about “Immunology and the Future of Cancer Detection” with Baylor Scott and White Chief of … [Read more...] about BSW Dallas Foundation Quarterly Meeting Was A Triple-Header With Pete McCanna, Ronan Kelly And Jeff York
JUST IN: 2022 Equest Honorary Chair And Community Service Awardee Announced
Equest Women’s Auxiliary 2022 Luncheon and Fashion Show Chair Shannon Graham is getting all her ducks in a row. Having locked down the date (Tuesday, October 4) and the place (Brook Hollow Golf Club) with fashions from Highland Park Village under the direction of Jan Strimple, she’s already arranged for some familiar names in philanthropy on board to highlight the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2022 Equest Honorary Chair And Community Service Awardee Announced
Equest Is Chomping At The Bit For Four-Legged Volunteers
Volunteers come in all sizes, ages, sexes and talents. And there is always a need for them. But Equest has a need for a different type of volunteer. They’re looking for horses. Over the past decades the nationally renowned equine therapy program has provided everyone from children to military veterans with a better life. But to provide such services, it take horses. But … [Read more...] about Equest Is Chomping At The Bit For Four-Legged Volunteers
MySweetWishList: Equest Women’s Auxiliary
According to Equest Women’s Auxiliary 2021 President Katie Layton and Luncheon Chairman Beth Layton, “When Equest Women’s Auxiliary founder Louise Griffeth started the organization more than thirty 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 … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Equest Women’s Auxiliary