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Just Say YES Celebration Debuted New Name, Touching Awards And An Inspiring Keynote Address

Jun 16, 2022 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean Leave a Comment

To celebrate its 20th anniversary, Just Say YES provided a night of surprises for its "Celebration! A Night Of Hope And Connection" at the Omni Dallas Hotel on Thursday, April 28. From a name refreshening, a surprise award, swag bags for guests and a memorable talk by keynote speaker Mike Singletary, the night was a memory maker ... and a money maker, thanks to a $50,000 … [Read more...] about Just Say YES Celebration Debuted New Name, Touching Awards And An Inspiring Keynote Address

Scottie Joe’s Is Brewing Up Hands-On Experience For Highland Park High School Students

Mar 17, 2022 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

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

Just Say YES Celebrates 20th Anniversary With Football Icon Mike Singletary As Keynote Speaker

Feb 24, 2022 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

To celebrate its 20th anniversary, Just Say YES is going full force with an in-person “Celebration – A Night Of Hope And Connection” at the Omni Hotel Dallas on Thursday, April 28. After netting a whopping $379,423.02 from last year’s hybrid event, Just Say Yes Founder/President Dan Bailey and his team have ramped up their goal to haul in a record-breaking … [Read more...] about Just Say YES Celebrates 20th Anniversary With Football Icon Mike Singletary As Keynote Speaker

North Texas Giving Day Booster: Friends Of Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy

Sep 15, 2021 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

According Friends of Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy Executive Director Dexter D. Evans, “With over 3,200 local nonprofits participating in Communities Foundation of Texas’ annual North Texas Giving Day event, it can be quite a challenge for our cause-minded friends in North Texas to decide where to allocate their investments to make the greatest impact. “The Friends … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Friends Of Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy

North Texas Giving Day Booster: Allies In Youth Development

Sep 15, 2021 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

According Allies in Youth Development Social Media Manager/Development Associate Frederick Tran, “In a recent visit this summer to an orphanage Allies in Youth Development serves in Ukraine, our volunteer team abroad provided a masterclass in hot dog making. Orphans are often left to fend for themselves once they age out of an orphanage at the age of sixteen so our mentoring … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Allies In Youth Development

A Passing: Clarence B. Brown III

Sep 13, 2021 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

For some people, funerals represent closure; for some, they’re to support the family; for others, it’s a show of respect. And while the guest of honor is in a far, far better place, they’re probably shedding a tear for those left behind grieving. But funerals are actually revealing occasions. In addition to a farewell, a celebration of life sheds greater insight into the … [Read more...] about A Passing: Clarence B. Brown III

North Texas Giving Day Booster: Bold Idea

Sep 10, 2021 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

According Bold Idea Founder Robyn Brown, “Technology runs the world! More than ever, it is imperative that our students learn how the world around us works. As important, students must learn how to create and interact with the technologies we depend upon daily – especially computer code, the building block for all technology. “Knowing how to code puts students at the … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Bold Idea

Applications Are Now Open For Tomorrow’s Leaders Today’s Fall Leading Leaders Intern Program

Jul 30, 2021 3:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Traditional school curriculum prepares students to become educated members of the community. However, for a fortunate few there is something call “internship,” where the young person learns from mentoring and actual work experience. Tomorrow’s Leaders Today (TLT) has opened applications for its Fall Leading Leaders Intern Program that will take place from Tuesday, September … [Read more...] about Applications Are Now Open For Tomorrow’s Leaders Today’s Fall Leading Leaders Intern Program

New Board Chair And Three Board Members Named For Educational First Steps

Jul 30, 2021 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

Educational First Steps (EFS) has a new board of directors chair and three additional board members. EFS President/CEO Vickie Allen announced that Gail Stoke will serve as board chair for a two-year term (2021-2023). A 40-year veteran in the fashion industry, Gail has also been involved with educational program through her serving on Educational First Steps board, … [Read more...] about New Board Chair And Three Board Members Named For Educational First Steps

North Texas’ Orchid Giving Circle To Host Power Leadership Forum

Apr 13, 2021 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

With headlines in past months about Asian Americans encountering verbal and physical violence, Dallas’ Orchid Giving Circle is hosting a Power Leadership Forum on Friday, May 7, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. While it’s recommended for high achieving professional women with 5-15 years of experience, the forum is open to all people to “embrace, activate and ignite” the … [Read more...] about North Texas’ Orchid Giving Circle To Host Power Leadership Forum

Son Of A Third Grade Dropout Rick Rigsby To Keynote Just Say YES’ Hybrid 11th Annual Celebration

Mar 25, 2021 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

You might have seen Rick Rigsby around town. Perhaps at the grocery? Or, perhaps at a country music concert? Or maybe on social media? In a crowd he seems like just any other fellow, but his life story is one that separates him from the others. Rick was born in San Francisco, the son of a cook-father who'd dropped out of school in the third grade to work on the family farm. … [Read more...] about Son Of A Third Grade Dropout Rick Rigsby To Keynote Just Say YES’ Hybrid 11th Annual Celebration

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