Camp Fire First Texas’ 2023 board of directors and officers have been revealed along with the presentation of the 2022 Chairman’s Award, “which recognizes devoted and outstanding service to the chairman.” The slate of new officers who also served on the executive committee include the following: Chairman of the Board Anne Carvalho, Administration Vice Chair Lisa Mares, … [Read more...] about Camp Fire First Texas’ 2023 Board Of Director Officers, Chairman’s Award Announced
Educators
Coach Ken Carter Is Bringing His Message Of Mentoring Disadvantage Youth To Pot Of Gold Luncheon
For the 26th Annual Pot of Gold Luncheon, Event Co-Chairs Brittany and Caleb Bachelor have arranged to have "celebrated author, philanthropist and powerhouse speaker" Coach Ken Carter to be the keynote speaker for the Rainbow Days fundraiser. The subject of the hit movie, "Coach Carter," that starred Samuel L. Jackson, Ken made national news for "suspending his … [Read more...] about Coach Ken Carter Is Bringing His Message Of Mentoring Disadvantage Youth To Pot Of Gold Luncheon
Grovel Alert: Family Compass’ 5th Annual North Star Luncheon
The 5th Annual North Star Luncheon presented by ExxonMobil is still more than two months away benefiting Family Compass and there are just three tables left. Taking place at the Dallas Country Club on Monday, April 24, the featured speaker is Erin Gruwell, who rose to national attention when she and her 150 high school students known as the Freedom Writers — who came from … [Read more...] about Grovel Alert: Family Compass’ 5th Annual North Star Luncheon
Big Thought Is Thinking Big For Its 2023 Big Night Fundraiser At The Factory
Big Thought’s “Big Night 2023” is less than a month away and all the big elements are in place. Taking place at The Factory in Deep Ellum on Saturday, March 4, the fundraiser boasts leadership including Event Co-Chairs Lynn and Allan McBee and Christa and Ketric Sanford with Honorary Co-Chairs Sasha and DeMarcus Lawrence and Donna Wilhelm. Serving as host for the night … [Read more...] about Big Thought Is Thinking Big For Its 2023 Big Night Fundraiser At The Factory
JUST IN: “Freedom Writers” Teacher Erin Gruwell To Be Onstage For 5th Annual North Star Luncheon
Just minutes ago, with a crowd filling the fragrant walls of NorthPark's diptyque, 2023 North Star Luncheon Co-Chairs Brooke Bailey and Elizabeth Dacus revealed the speaker for the Family Compass fundraiser presented by ExxonMobil. But before the reveal was made, store manager Layanne Da Silva and her staff were passing glasses of champagne, and guests like ExxonMobil's … [Read more...] about JUST IN: “Freedom Writers” Teacher Erin Gruwell To Be Onstage For 5th Annual North Star Luncheon
Child Education Advocate Carol Pierce Goglia Officially Becomes Catch Up And Read President/CEO Thursday
When Carol Pierce Goglia reported that she would be leaving United to Learn, where she had been president and Strategic Impact Advisor, she was only partially right. The position would change to Advisory Council for United to Learn, but her full-time leadership responsibilities would be shifted to another organization. After years of leading the marketing and communications … [Read more...] about Child Education Advocate Carol Pierce Goglia Officially Becomes Catch Up And Read President/CEO Thursday
Educational First Steps To Hoop It Up With “An Evening With The Great Nowitzki” At The Ritz
While most North Texans will claim German-born Dirk Nowitzki as the Dallas Mavericks icon, the area’s non-profit sector will protest. Yes, he’s been the prototype of sports heroes thanks to his on-court accomplishments. But in addition to raising a remarkable family with his wife Jessica Nowitzki, he has been mostly under the radar when it comes to showing up and supporting … [Read more...] about Educational First Steps To Hoop It Up With “An Evening With The Great Nowitzki” At The Ritz
MySweetWishList: United To Learn
According to United To Learn's Cigarroa Elementary Liaison Jody Swartzwelder, “As we head into the holidays, United to Learn (U2L) is putting teachers on the top of the holiday list for receiving extra love and appreciation! And we would love your help to ensure each of our teachers know how grateful we are for their dedication and hard work! “As a U2L Liaison for … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: United To Learn
North Texas Giving Day Booster: City Year Dallas
According to City Year Dallas Executive Director Heather Holland, “While serving as a principal in Dallas ISD, I knew that despite the hard work and dedication of teachers and principals across Dallas, schools are often unable to fully provide for the needs of their students. That’s why after a decade as an educator, I joined City Year Dallas where I lead our efforts to … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: City Year Dallas
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Rosa Es Rojo
According to Rosa Es Rojo Co-Founder Laura Mendivil, “Information is power; access to education changes lives, especially when talking about people's health and well-being. When people feel informed, heard, and in community, they make better decisions for themselves and their families, regardless of socioeconomic status. “Rosa Es Rojo makes wellness and cancer prevention … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Rosa Es Rojo
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Youth Equipped To Succeed
According to Youth Equipped to Succeed (YES) Director of Peer-to-Peer Mentoring Rayshannette Trotter, “As we see in daily headlines, there has been a dramatic increase in mental illness, anxiety, depression, and suicide among youth. Students today are facing significant cultural pressures and a barrage of negative messages that generations before them have never experienced. … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Youth Equipped To Succeed