NorthPark Center’s Ambassador program is starting the new year with the announcement of the 2020 Ambassadors. Instead of traveling the country representing NorthPark, these Ambassadors have a one-year tenure and stay put right here in North Texas “to partner with NorthPark and its retailers for various initiatives to benefit the charitable organization through meaningful events … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2020 NorthPark Ambassadors And Their Non-Profit Partners Revealed
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MySweetWishList: Vogel Alcove’s Day1Dallas
According to Vogel Alcove volunteer Tracy Patterson, “Thirty percent of Dallas children — 3,000 of our local kids — have no home to call their own. As difficult as their current situation may be, it’s the traumatic and lasting effects of homelessness on these younger children that the Vogel Alcove is committed to combat. “The organization — named in honor of one of … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Vogel Alcove’s Day1Dallas
MySweetWishList: 12th Annual Soup’s On! Luncheon And Art Show
According to The Stewpot Alliance President Emily Turner, “The Stewpot Alliance’s 12th Annual Soup’s On! Luncheon and Art Show fundraiser, to be held on Thursday, February 20, will be celebrating the achievements of The Stewpot of First Presbyterian Church of Dallas’ remarkable 45-year history of enhancing the quality of life for adults, children, and families … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: 12th Annual Soup’s On! Luncheon And Art Show
JUST IN: Family Gateway Awarded A Whopping $2.75M Grant From Bezos Day One Fund
The Bezos Day One Fund may be new to some folks. It was launched by Amazon’s MacKenzie and Jeff Bezos in November 2018 focusing on two areas: funding local nonprofits to help homeless families, and creating a network of new, nonprofit tier-one preschools in low-income communities. To achieve this mission, a commitment of $2B was made. It was just announced that North … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Family Gateway Awarded A Whopping $2.75M Grant From Bezos Day One Fund
[W]Arm Up For The Veterans Day Arctic Blast
This past weekend was simply incredible. Hopefully, folks took full advantage sipping beverages on patios, bicycling around White Rock and escorting their pooches around the neighborhood, because it's all coming to an end Monday. Sure, there'll be some off-and-on drizzles, but the big news is that the day's high of 64 degrees will take place at 10 a.m. Then it's all way … [Read more...] about [W]Arm Up For The Veterans Day Arctic Blast
JUST IN: 2020 Soup’s On! Luncheon Plans Announced For The Stewpot Celebrates 45th Anniversary
It’s rare when North Texas weather allows Margie and Ray Francis to open up their charming cottage along Turtle Creek for an outdoor event. According to Ray, it’s either too warm, too wet or too cold. But tonight it was just right for the kick-off of the 2020 Soup’s On! Luncheon festivities, and the Francises’ backyard was this side of perfection with strings of lights … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2020 Soup’s On! Luncheon Plans Announced For The Stewpot Celebrates 45th Anniversary
Daymond John Talks Up Family Gateway — And His Pal Mark Cuban — At The Group’s Sixth Annual Luncheon
Tiffany Cuban was there, while her husband Mark Cuban was said to be unavoidably detained elsewhere. But Mark was in attendance in spirit at least on Tuesday, September 26, when Family Gateway presented its sixth annual Gateway to Opportunity Luncheon at the Omni Dallas hotel. The fundraiser's featured guest was entrepreneur and branding expert Daymond John, who appears as a … [Read more...] about Daymond John Talks Up Family Gateway — And His Pal Mark Cuban — At The Group’s Sixth Annual Luncheon
Amy Warren Opened The Family Estate For Gateway To Opportunity Luncheon Patrons
Looking over the back-yard garden of the Amy and Kelcy Warren estate in Preston Hollow, Amy apologized to Gateway To Opportunity patrons on Tuesday, September 17. Due to the summer heat still grilling North Texas, she was disappointed that the expansive English-style garden, complete with a British street clock surrounded by flower beds, wasn’t at its very best. Ah, in typical … [Read more...] about Amy Warren Opened The Family Estate For Gateway To Opportunity Luncheon Patrons
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Denton Animal Support Foundation
According to Denton Animal Support Foundation Office Manager Kiara Hunter, Animal Support Foundation (DASF) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to save more Denton area animals. We accomplish this by focusing on two major components, the City of Denton Animal Shelter and the Denton community. The financial support we receive from North Texas Giving Day helps … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Denton Animal Support Foundation
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Families To Freedom
According to Families To Freedom Founder and Executive Director Sarah Nejdl, It’s late. There’s a dim evening glow as I drive across east Arizona. The reflectors on the street are brightly lit up guiding me forward. I have a watered down drink in the cup holder keeping me going until Winslow, Arizona, our overnight stop. The van is very quiet and my passengers are … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Families To Freedom
Larry The Cable Guy Is Bringing His “Drawl” Sense Of Humor For The Bridge Fundraiser
Despite Thursday, September 19, being when North Texas Giving Day seems to totally dominate everything, there are still other fundraising events taking place that day. For instance, The Bridge is holding “We Are One: A Night With Larry The Cable Guy” at The Shed in the Farmers Market. If you don’t know who Larry is, then Jeff Foxworthy is probably not on your radar … [Read more...] about Larry The Cable Guy Is Bringing His “Drawl” Sense Of Humor For The Bridge Fundraiser