According to Abby Hoak-Morton, Tuesday, March 24, was a heartwarming day as the Cristo Rey Dallas campus was opened for a food bank and school supplies event, in partnership with North Texas Food Bank and Catholic Charities. More than 155 boxes of food and 100+ bags of school supplies were distributed to members of the Cristo Rey Dallas and Pleasant Grove … [Read more...] about MySweetKindness: Abby Hoak-Morton
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North Texas Cares Brings Together Local Foundations And United Ways For Area Nonprofits
While some folks had hoped yesterday’s “Thinking Globally, Acting Locally, Philanthropy Responds” online panel would provide instant solutions for the disasters hitting their nonprofits, a true gem was discussed — North Texas Cares. Since the coronavirus swept area fundraising efforts into oblivion, Communities Foundation of Texas and United Way of Metropolitan Dallas, … [Read more...] about North Texas Cares Brings Together Local Foundations And United Ways For Area Nonprofits
MySweetKindness: Fredye Factor
According to Fredye Factor, I was at the grocery store in the quick checkout line and an elderly African American man was in front of me. He had a big jar of peanut butter, a loaf of bread, and a gallon of water. I stepped up and said I wanted to pay for his groceries. He was startled, but said "God bless you." As I was going to my car, I heard many people saying, “Thank … [Read more...] about MySweetKindness: Fredye Factor
North Texans Tally The Counties In Taking A Stand In Coronavirus Battle
Maybe it's too early to brag, but North Texas is taking the lead in the shelter-in-place program to prevent a NYC slam. Our brother/sister counties like Collin, Denton, Tarrant and other neighboring counties are partnering up to create a unified front and prevent their residents from spreading the coronavirus. You gotta hand it to Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins. He stuck … [Read more...] about North Texans Tally The Counties In Taking A Stand In Coronavirus Battle
March 24 Update On Cancellations And Reschedulings
Maybe it was because Mother Nature was giving North Texas a break while other parts of the country were shivering in late snowstorms and recovering from earthquakes, but the sun was actually shining and people were walking their kids in strollers and pooches on leashes. Why, there were even signs of spring-like growth! Today's bad news was a minimum as North Texans … [Read more...] about March 24 Update On Cancellations And Reschedulings
MySweetKindness: Lisa And Clay Cooley
According to Lisa Cooley, Clay and I never could’ve imagined that we would be where we are now. I don’t know about you, but I am still trying to wrap my mind around all that has gone on in our community the last few weeks. While I know times are uncertain and we are all scared and unsure, the one thing I have always been certain of, is the inherent goodness in people. I know … [Read more...] about MySweetKindness: Lisa And Clay Cooley
JUST IN: Moody Foundation Commits $1M For COVID-19 Relief Funds For North Texas Nonprofits
The sun may not be shining much today, but the Moody Foundation is. Once again, Foundation Chair/Executive Director Francie Moody-Dahlberg, Ross Moody and Elizabeth Moody have shown leadership and compassion in helping the people of North Texas. To assist North Texans during this time, Francie just sent word that the foundation is making an initial $1M commitment for … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Moody Foundation Commits $1M For COVID-19 Relief Funds For North Texas Nonprofits
2020 Virginia Chandler Dykes Awardee Jennifer Staubach Gates Calls On The Steelers For Help
When Dallas City Council person Jennifer Staubach Gates accepted the Virginia Chandler Dykes Award at the TWU Dallas Leadership Luncheon on Thursday, February 20, she almost choked up. But thanks to a secret handed down from her father/former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Roger Staubach, she rallied on and "steelered" the day. Here's a report from the field: A sold-out … [Read more...] about 2020 Virginia Chandler Dykes Awardee Jennifer Staubach Gates Calls On The Steelers For Help
JUST IN: Communities Foundation Of Texas’ Carol Goglia Named President Of United To Learn
Over the past decade, Carol Goglia has been busy on both the professional and personal fronts. In addition to being a wife, a mom of three and a breast cancer survivor, she’s also spearheaded the marketing and communications for Communities Foundation of Texas. In addition to the numerous CFT programs and events supervised by Carol, it was during the last decade that she was … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Communities Foundation Of Texas’ Carol Goglia Named President Of United To Learn
Crystal Charity Ball Bus Tour Got A Firsthand Look At Its 2020 Beneficiaries
The 2020 Crystal Charity Ball bus tour of beneficiaries didn’t start off on a high note. While the clouds covered the area and the temperatures felt like the 30s had taken over, Craig Vogel's Savvy Transportation Services bus sought a place to park at Turtle Creek Village on the morning of Thursday, February 20. The usual spot was already filled with cars. While 53 had … [Read more...] about Crystal Charity Ball Bus Tour Got A Firsthand Look At Its 2020 Beneficiaries
Cristo Rey Dallas’ Kelby Woodard Announces Plans That Will Take Him Back To Minnesota
Was it just six years ago that Dallas native son Kelby Woodard took up "the challenge" to create the foundation for Cristo Rey Dallas? His "small but mission-driven team" charged forward resulting into today's oasis of education in southeast Dallas with 80 faculty members, 500 students and families, 107 graduates, 24 board members, 140 corporate partners" and countless … [Read more...] about Cristo Rey Dallas’ Kelby Woodard Announces Plans That Will Take Him Back To Minnesota