Just as every person is different, so is their journey when they learn that they have breast cancer. The fear and confusion of how to beat the disease is simply daunting. The mind is boggled with so many questions like, what’s the next step? What the heck is chemo brain? What will I do with my kids when I'm going through treatments? What exactly does an oncologist do? In a … [Read more...] about 2021 Celebrating Women’s Weekly Video: Baylor Scott And White’s Patient Navigation Program
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Nexus Auxiliary Has A New Slate Of Officers With Plans for the 2021-2022 Term
The Auxiliary of Nexus Recovery Center has a new slate of officers to “support and promote the interests of Nexus Recovery Center Inc." Lauren Gillette will serve as president with Development VP Laura Jeffers, Membership VP Robin Bagwell, Recording Secretary Daria Charland, Treasurer Barbara Renfro, Marketing/PR Sharon Adams, Historian/Parliamentarian Caryl Madison, Children’s … [Read more...] about Nexus Auxiliary Has A New Slate Of Officers With Plans for the 2021-2022 Term
UPDATE October 15: Rescheduled
With the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving looking as busy as the State Fair's Midway, a couple of November fundraisers are shifting their plans to better dates on the calendar. Ironically, both evening, in-person events were originally scheduled for Thursday, November 4. March of Dimes' Signature Chefs Auction scheduled for Thursday, November 4, at VenueForty|50 has … [Read more...] about UPDATE October 15: Rescheduled
Baylor Foundation VP Cynthia Krause Knows All-Too-Well The Danger Of Postponing A Mammogram
In North Texas fundraising circles, it seems like everybody knows one of the Krauses. There’s David Krause, whose resume includes fundraising for Baylor Health Care System Foundation (1987-1995), Children’s Medical Center of Dallas (1996 to 2005) and Parkland Hospital Foundation (2005 to 2019), where he led the $150M campaign. And there’s his wife, Cynthia Krause, who has been … [Read more...] about Baylor Foundation VP Cynthia Krause Knows All-Too-Well The Danger Of Postponing A Mammogram
United Way Of Metropolitan Dallas Welcomes Aboard New Directors
United Way of Metropolitan Dallas’ (UWMD) ranks of leadership are growing. In addition to United Way with its Aspire United 2030 in its sights to “improve education, income and health,” its foundation — United Way Foundation of Metropolitan Dallas (UWFMD) — is adding to its own board. According to UWMD McDermott-Templeton CEO/President Jennifer Sampson, “As we continue to … [Read more...] about United Way Of Metropolitan Dallas Welcomes Aboard New Directors
17th Annual Heroes And Handbags Has A New Type Of Venue And Format For Friday’s Fundraising
Unlike years past, Dallas’ Heroes And Handbags is swapping its usual auction in a hotel’s ballroom. This Friday the Heroes For Children will be taking place in a private residence in the tony town of Highland Park. And Co-Chairs Alison Malone and Kelley Schadt didn’t stop there. They decided on a “new format.” Instead of a sit-down luncheon, the gals realized that during … [Read more...] about 17th Annual Heroes And Handbags Has A New Type Of Venue And Format For Friday’s Fundraising
New Friends New Life’s 2021 ProtectHer Award Recipients Announced At Outdoor Launch Party
Somebody wished upon a lucky star for the New Friends New Life Annual Luncheon Launch Party on Wednesday, September 21, to have clear skies. And what do you know? Their wish was granted for the invitation-only outdoor gathering at NFNL's headquarters, where Ruthie's Rolling Cafe and Baldos Ice Cream filled the menu bill for guests at socially-distanced tables. But the news of … [Read more...] about New Friends New Life’s 2021 ProtectHer Award Recipients Announced At Outdoor Launch Party
Meyerson Lobby Was Filled With Models and Awards For KidneyTexas’ 2021 Runway Report
As guests arrived for KidneyTexas Inc.'s Runway Report at the Meyerson on Tuesday, September 21, a Meyerson staffer greeted guests advising them that masks would be required. Guests accommodated the request only to have the vast majority put them back in their purses within feet of the entry. As guests played the game of catch-up before the program got underway, event … [Read more...] about Meyerson Lobby Was Filled With Models and Awards For KidneyTexas’ 2021 Runway Report
Refresh Frisco Is Helping Children To Feel Clean and Confident Thanks To A Good Samaritan
Within every community, needs arise that probably would have gone by the wayside if someone hadn’t picked up on the little signs. That’s exactly what happened when Liz Watkins discovered such a situation during her years working at her children’s schools in Frisco and volunteering at the local food pantry for the past five years. She decided that she wanted to ramp up her … [Read more...] about Refresh Frisco Is Helping Children To Feel Clean and Confident Thanks To A Good Samaritan
JUST IN: Spirit Of Generations To Salute Kathy And Larry Helm And Junior League Of Dallas
The Senior Source is charging into 2022 with plans for its annual Spirit of Generations Award Luncheon with Robin Bagwell at the helm. And speaking of “helm,” a couple of them will be the honorees — Kathy and Larry Helm, who just recently wowed the crowd at Klyde Warren Park with their dance steps for the Diamond Dance-Off. According to Robin, “We are so pleased to be … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Spirit Of Generations To Salute Kathy And Larry Helm And Junior League Of Dallas
2021 North Texas Giving Day Crossed The Fundraising Finish Line Busting All Previous Records
Just around 9 p.m., the 2021 North Texas Giving Day campaign passed last year’s goal of $58M+ and was heading to hit new heights despite claims that North Texans were worn out after 21 months of pandemic fundraising. Oh, those silly naysayers! Little did they know that with the finish line in sight, it was going to be a rush to break records big time. And that’s exactly … [Read more...] about 2021 North Texas Giving Day Crossed The Fundraising Finish Line Busting All Previous Records