Community Partners of Dallas’ creative juices are flowing for the 14th Annual Change Is Good. The basics are still the same — kids collecting money to support CPD’s mission “to change the lives of abused and neglected kids.” Only this year with the COVID-19 restrictions clamping down on get-togethers, the usual fundraiser with bounce houses and munchkins dancing and playing … [Read more...] about Community Partners Of Dallas’ 2020 Change Is Good Has Virtually Changed For The Better
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Bring Some Fireworks Home For The Fourth Of July Holiday Weekend
So this Fourth of July is definitely going to be different from any in the past. On the heels of the governor's tightening restriction, many traditional parades, festivals and celebrations won’t take place. But why not take this passel of lemons and make a pitcher of lemonade? Here are some reasons why this change of plans might not be all that bad. It means that … [Read more...] about Bring Some Fireworks Home For The Fourth Of July Holiday Weekend
KidneyTexas Inc.’s Runway Report Fashion Show And Luncheon To Carry On With A Couple Of Tweaks
Despite the coronavirus really having an impact on North Texans, it’s also stirred up a heck of a lot of creativity. Area nonprofits are coming up with all types of Plan B’s and Plan C’s to adjust to the ever-changing restrictions and safeguards. For instance, KidneyTexas Inc. was scheduled to have its annual Runway Report Fashion Show and Luncheon with … [Read more...] about KidneyTexas Inc.’s Runway Report Fashion Show And Luncheon To Carry On With A Couple Of Tweaks
Dallas Symphony Orchestra Is Tuning Up For A Couple of Major Fundraisers
If ever North Texas needed a little music, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra is going to provide it. The staff has been busy charging ahead with plans for the fall and winter with some big fundraising events. And they’ve even tweaked them to be social-distancing-friendly. First on the calendar will be the annual Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala on Saturday, September 12, at … [Read more...] about Dallas Symphony Orchestra Is Tuning Up For A Couple of Major Fundraisers
We’ve Rescheduled! – Turtle Creek Conservancy’s Day At The Races
According to Turtle Creek Conversancy CEO/President Gay Donnell Willis, The annual Kentucky Derby-themed fundraiser thrown by the Turtle Creek Conservancy is one of Dallas’ favorite spring parties, so when the announcement came from Churchill Downs that the Derby was moving to Saturday, September 5, Day at the Races swiftly followed suit! Day at the Races is the … [Read more...] about We’ve Rescheduled! – Turtle Creek Conservancy’s Day At The Races
We’ve Rescheduled! – Turtle Creek Association’s 19th Annual Tour Of Homes
According to Turtle Creek Association CEO/President JD Trueblood, Here at the Turtle Creek Association, community is what we value most and we know our community will get through this trying time together. Like you, we have been closely monitoring the rapidly changing developments of the COVID-19 outbreak and directives from health authorities. Based upon what we know … [Read more...] about We’ve Rescheduled! – Turtle Creek Association’s 19th Annual Tour Of Homes
JUST IN: 2020 Crystal Charity Ball’s Ten Best Dressed Fundraiser Is Changing Locations And Months
With all the changes taking place in the North Texas fundraising world, a very big one has just been revealed. The 2020 Crystal Charity Ball’s Ten Best Dressed fashion extravaganza is changing ZIP codes and months. According to 2020 CCB Chair Tucker Enthoven and Fashion Show Chair Margaret Hancock, the legendary children’s fundraiser will still be at Neiman Marcus, but it … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2020 Crystal Charity Ball’s Ten Best Dressed Fundraiser Is Changing Locations And Months
April 22 Updates On Cancellations, Reschedules And Postponements
After taking in the mixed signals from Gov. Greg Abbott’s plan to roll out the opening of the state and the Dallas County Commissioners’ decision to extend the shelter-in-place restrictions to Friday, May 15, some organizers with May fundraisers decided that adjustments were necessary. Cancellation WiNGS’ Mentors and Allies Luncheon scheduled for Thursday, May … [Read more...] about April 22 Updates On Cancellations, Reschedules And Postponements
Canceled Event SOS: Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center’s Appetite For Advocacy
According to Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center President/CEO Lynn Davis, On Friday, March 27, over 700 people were to support Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center at our 13th annual Appetite for Advocacy luncheon co-chaired by Debbie Scripps and her daughters-in-law Jennifer Scripps and Nancy Scripps. We also honor those who have made a significant impact on the lives of … [Read more...] about Canceled Event SOS: Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center’s Appetite For Advocacy
MySweetKindness: Peggy Meyer
According to Peggy Meyer, Got an email today [March 23] from Peacock Alley about a wonderful initiative their workroom is undertaking. "Our work room that is usually busy making sheets, is now sewing fabric protective masks for those who need them most. These masks will go directly to help two local groups who are essential: Baylor Medical as well as Community Partners of … [Read more...] about MySweetKindness: Peggy Meyer
March 26 Updates On Cancellations And Reschedulings
Like their neighbors, North Texan nonprofits are suffering from the blight of coronavirus. There are nonprofits that will either not survive this situation or they’ll bond together with like programs to help those in need. Today’s collection of cancellations and reschedules have wiped the calendar of any fundraising activities past Easter. They include the … [Read more...] about March 26 Updates On Cancellations And Reschedulings