Organizers were a bit concerned about the 2024 Crystal Charity Ball bus tour of its beneficiaries on Thursday, February 15. The problem was there were more committee members signing up than there was room. Luckily, at the last minute, a couple of ladies had to cancel, allowing for all to have a seat. Sponsored by Joan Eleazer and Layne Pitzer/Briggs Freeman| Sotheby's, the … [Read more...] about Crystal Charity Ball Bus Tour Provided Committee Members With A Firsthand Look At 2024 Beneficiaries
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JUST IN: Grammy Awardee Cyndi Lauper To Take Centerstage For Turtle Creek Chorale’s Rhapsody Fundraiser
Honestly, when Cyndi Lauper enters a room, the lights just seem to be brighter. She just has that magical aura that other performers only wish they had. But when the petite bundle of talent and energy appears onstage, it's a bit like a mega Tinker Bell breaking loose with fun that is contagious for all to enjoy. "Rhapsody's" Co-Chairs Grace Cook, Sheilon King, Tara Lewis … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Grammy Awardee Cyndi Lauper To Take Centerstage For Turtle Creek Chorale’s Rhapsody Fundraiser
Fr. Greg Boyle Brought His Homeboy Industries Stories To Inspire Soup’s On! With ‘Acatamiento’
While the Soup's On! Chefs (Brian Luscher of 33 Restaurant Group, Arturo Aguilar of Salum's, J. Chastain of Duro Hospitality, Omar Flores of Muchacho Tex-Mex and Whistle Britches, Danyele McPherson of Purple Collar Kitchen, Janice Provost of Parigi, Anastacia Quiñones-Pittman of Jose, Jeramie Robison of Thompson Dallas and Juan Sierra of The Stewpot) were behind the scene … [Read more...] about Fr. Greg Boyle Brought His Homeboy Industries Stories To Inspire Soup’s On! With ‘Acatamiento’
Dallas CASA Young Professionals Were “Game” For CASAblanca Fundraiser With A “Special Edition”
While Broadway Dallas babies were rocking with "Tina" at the Music Hall on Friday, February 2, Dallas CASA Young Professionals were smoking hot like Humphrey Bogart's "Rick's backroom" with their own version of CASAblanca at the Hall on Dragon. But it wasn't all game-playing. In addition to grazing around on yummy hors d'oeuvres, eyeballing the silent auction packages and … [Read more...] about Dallas CASA Young Professionals Were “Game” For CASAblanca Fundraiser With A “Special Edition”
Head West For Stars In Recovery Luncheon With Former First Daughter Susan Ford Bales
Dallasites seem to think nothing of hopping on a jet to the Big Apple or LA for an event. But when it's heading just 30 miles west to Big D's kissing cousin Fort Worth ... well, faces look bewildered, as if they were going to a foreign country. Pity the poor souls who haven't journeyed to Cowtown. But there's a perfect excuse to go west — Stars In Recovery … [Read more...] about Head West For Stars In Recovery Luncheon With Former First Daughter Susan Ford Bales
GROVEL ALERT: Healing Hands Luncheon Tickets Are Magically Scant But Raffle Items Up For Clicks
The HHM Health’s spring luncheon has literally had “a touch of magic.” Perhaps it was due to its featuring David “The Enigmatist” Kwong that there are only 12... no, make that 10 tickets left. Adding to the magical effect of the luncheon on Tuesday, March 19, at Dallas Arts District Mansion, Healing Hands Luncheon Co-Chairs Christy Berry and Nancy Scripps have arranged for … [Read more...] about GROVEL ALERT: Healing Hands Luncheon Tickets Are Magically Scant But Raffle Items Up For Clicks
Communities In Schools Of Dallas Region Topped Off Its 4S Campaign In A Crowning Way
The journey of a fundraising campaign is a true memory maker. But when the goal is achieved there's a true sense of accomplishment in attaining what may have seemed impossible. However, if those involved in the effort truly believe in it, they are driven with a truly remarkable power. So it was that Communities in Schools of the Dallas Region (CISDR) instilled such dedication … [Read more...] about Communities In Schools Of Dallas Region Topped Off Its 4S Campaign In A Crowning Way
JUST IN: “Abbott Elementary”‘s Powerhouse Sheryl Lee Ralph To Keynote Genesis Luncheon
The Genesis Women’s Shelter's 31st Annual Luncheon on Friday, April 12, at the Hilton Anatole was neatly in place when it was announced last year, with Luncheon Co-Chairs Nancy Gopez and Maggie Kipp on board. But then word arrived this week that, due to circumstances beyond anybody's control, the announced featured speaker would be unable to attend. Like all the North Texas … [Read more...] about JUST IN: “Abbott Elementary”‘s Powerhouse Sheryl Lee Ralph To Keynote Genesis Luncheon
JUST IN: Spirit Of Generations Luncheon Is Charging Ahead To Meet Its Fundraising Goals
Let’s end the week of announcements with some good news. The Senior Source’s 2024 Spirit of Generations Luncheon Chair Amy Hegi is married to Peter Hegi. The Underwriting Chair is Libby Hegi, who is married to Peter’s brother, Brian Hegi. Not only do the two couples live just down the street from each other, the two blondes have been known to tackle fundraising efforts like … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Spirit Of Generations Luncheon Is Charging Ahead To Meet Its Fundraising Goals
JUST IN: 2024 Chick Lit Luncheon Keynoter Was The Former “Margarita Ibrahimoff” And Marcia Brady’s Rival
Community Partners of Dallas’ Chick Lit flock has been holding its collective breath for word on the details for the luncheon on Friday, March 22, at the Hilton Anatole. Well, the word just arrived! 2024 Chick Lit Luncheon Co-Chairs Cathy James and Lisa Ogle and Honorary Chair Christine McKenny have finally shared all the information, including that the 2024 recipient of … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2024 Chick Lit Luncheon Keynoter Was The Former “Margarita Ibrahimoff” And Marcia Brady’s Rival
JUST IN: Plans Announced For $5B “Pediatric Campus” To Replace The Current Children’s Medical Center Dallas
For what seems like eons, rumors have swirled about a possible expansion of Children's Medical Center Dallas. But now, like proud fathers, Children's Health President and CEO Christopher Durovich and UT Southwestern Medical Center President Dr. Daniel Podolsky are beaming with the official announcement of a new, $5 billion pediatric health care center. To describe as … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Plans Announced For $5B “Pediatric Campus” To Replace The Current Children’s Medical Center Dallas