There's a reason why dessert is served at the end of a meal. Or, why a mint is placed on the pillow before going to sleep. It's to finish off the moment on a sweet note. Alas, such was not the case at a non-profit's otherwise stellar fundraising luncheon at the Hilton Anatole today. As the event finished up just a minute or two past one, guests headed to their cars. Some … [Read more...] about We Regret: Fundraiser’s Anatole Guests Paid Dearly With Time And $$ For “Complimentary Self-Parking”
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Former CBB Chairs Lunch Was Highlighted By A Group Photo And A Natura Bissé Presentation
2024 Cattle Baron Ball Co-Chair Marjon Henderson was enjoying a post double doozy celebration on Friday, September 6. Just the day before, she had celebrated both her birthday and being named Neiman Marcus Brand VP. So, it shouldn't have been the least bit of a surprise that she had arranged for the Natura Bissé staff to share information about a unique connection with the … [Read more...] about Former CBB Chairs Lunch Was Highlighted By A Group Photo And A Natura Bissé Presentation
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: A Final Word From Communities Foundation Of Texas Board Chair Richie Butler
According to Communities Foundation of Texas Board Chair Richie Butler, “On behalf of the Board of Trustees of Communities Foundation of Texas, we extend heartfelt appreciation and gratitude to everyone who gave what they could to the causes they care about through this year’s North Texas Giving Day. “When we kicked off this special series [North Texas Giving Day Booster] … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: A Final Word From Communities Foundation Of Texas Board Chair Richie Butler
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: The One Heart Project
According to Founder And CEO Of The One Heart Project Steve Riach, “The One Heart Project is thrilled to participate in our first North Texas Giving Day. Communities Foundation of Texas’ North Texas Giving Day represents an opportunity to enhance and expand our initiatives in Rockwall. “This funding will support youth like Mack, a One Heart graduate who, after growing up … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: The One Heart Project
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Traffick911
According to Traffick911’s Mission Engagement Coordinator Hannah Adeoye, “We’ve all seen them—the heart-pounding movies, the scary headlines, and the social media shares. It’s likely that the words ‘child sex trafficking’ conjure up images of kids trapped in a dusty room somewhere—somewhere, ‘over there,’ right? But child sex trafficking is not just an ‘over there’ issue. … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Traffick911
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Youth With Faces
According to Youth With Faces’ CEO Chris Quadri, “Teens have one thing in common: they all make mistakes. Regrettably, not all get to learn from them. For hundreds of kids in our community, the risk-taking and boundary-testing of the teen years leads them to the confines of the juvenile justice system. While youth referrals declined during the pandemic, there has been a … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Youth With Faces
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: TexProtects
According to TexProtects’ CEO Adrianna Cuéllar Rojas, “Imagine a world where every child grows up in a stable, safe, and supportive family. At TexProtects, we know that the best way to protect our children is by empowering the adults in their lives. In 2023 alone, Texas saw 58,120 confirmed cases of child abuse and neglect—that’s an average of 159 children every single day. … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: TexProtects
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: STEPS With Horses
According to STEPS With Horses’ Executive Director Dr. Hallie Sheade, “When life's challenges become overwhelming and conventional means offer little relief, it can feel isolating and discouraging. Now, picture stepping into a serene pasture, greeted by the gentle nuzzle of a therapy horse. At STEPS with Horses, this is the experience we offer. Here, individuals find a … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: STEPS With Horses
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Sleep In Heavenly Peace – DFW East Region
According to Sleep In Heavenly Peace -DFW East Region (SHP-DFW East Region) Vice-President Jeannie Stone, “It’s always shocking to me that in a nation with so much wealth that there are children who don’t have many of life’s basic necessities. Working parents – many times single moms – are doing their best; however, budgets can only stretch so far against the rising cost of … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Sleep In Heavenly Peace – DFW East Region
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: WeBUILT DFW
According to WeBUILT DFW’s Senior Vice-President Lindsay Langton, “The statistics are staggering, yet virtually unknown to the general population. Many have heard of the meteoric rise in autism rates, but few have heard of the housing crisis affecting this population. For instance, of adults with autism, only a small percentage (19%) live outside their parent’s home. The … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: WeBUILT DFW
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: PrideRock Wildlife Refuge
According to PrideRock Wildlife Refuge Marketing Director Kayla McCain, "It’s no secret that humans are fascinated by lions, tigers and other big cats. These majestic creatures captivate our imaginations, but it’s important to remember that wild animals are not meant to be pets, especially when big cats in the US face substantial challenges. Today, the estimated big cat … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: PrideRock Wildlife Refuge