There must be something in the air. Non-profit boards are adding to their flocks of directors like monarch butterflies in area gardens. Thanks-Giving Square, the 55-year-old landmark in downtown Dallas, has increased their board by two for 2021-2022. Thanks-Giving Board Chair Chris Trowbridge announced that Craig Davis and Nolan Knight are the newest members for … [Read more...] about Thanks-Giving Square Adds Two New Board Members
Leadership
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
JUST IN: Texas Women’s Foundation Supporters Create An $1M+ Endowment Honoring Ros Dawson
Following today's virtual Texas Women's Foundation 36th Annual Luncheon, an online birthday celebration was held for retiring TWF CEO/President Roslyn Dawson Thompson (aka Ros). It was a show of area leaders and friends who had known Ros through the years, both professionally and personally. While no cake with candles was served up, there was a big surprise gift for the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Texas Women’s Foundation Supporters Create An $1M+ Endowment Honoring Ros Dawson
Center For BrainHealth Is Even Healthier With New Brainiacs Joining Its Boards
The Center for BrainHealth has some new brainpower added to its boards. BrainHealth’s Advisory Board Chair Roger Gault reports that the following people have joined the board: Rob Barnes III, Noah Chapman, Sarah Jane Chapman, Craig Kennington, John Olajide and Jonathan Smith. As Roger put it, “The diverse backgrounds and perspectives of our newest … [Read more...] about Center For BrainHealth Is Even Healthier With New Brainiacs Joining Its Boards
JUST IN: 2020 La Fiesta Co-Chairs Reveal Over-The-Top Efforts Resulted In A Legacy Fund
2020 La Fiesta De Las Seis Banderas Co-Chairs Mary Deaver and Fran Matise had spent the past two years working on the annual fundraiser. That was no different than any of their predecessors— a year to prepare plans and a year to execute. The difference was the epic pandemic hit. But the two blondes, who had bravely looked so hopeful in the early days of the 2020 pandemic, … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2020 La Fiesta Co-Chairs Reveal Over-The-Top Efforts Resulted In A Legacy Fund
SMU Launched Its $1.5B Campaign With Dallas Hall Serving As A Backdrop At High Noon
If the Olympics organizers are ever shopping for a special events expert, SMU VP of Development and External Affairs Brad Cheves should be their go-to-man. For Friday’s announcement of the wallet-busting, $1.5B "SMU Ignited: Boldly Shaping Tomorrow" campaign, he and his team managed to pull off a mega launch utilizing the university's iconic Dallas Hall as the backdrop for … [Read more...] about SMU Launched Its $1.5B Campaign With Dallas Hall Serving As A Backdrop At High Noon
JUST IN: SMU Launches Biggest Fundraising Campaign Yet With A Goal Of $1.5B
With the SMU Mustang Band, cheer squad and Peruna standing by to celebrate, Southern Methodist University officials just kicked off the public phase of an ambitious, $1.5 billion fundraising campaign in front of the school's iconic Dallas Hall. "SMU Ignited: Boldly Shaping Tomorrow" is the third and largest fundraising campaign under President R. Gerald Turner, who said … [Read more...] about JUST IN: SMU Launches Biggest Fundraising Campaign Yet With A Goal Of $1.5B
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Friends Of Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy
According Friends of Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy Executive Director Dexter D. Evans, “With over 3,200 local nonprofits participating in Communities Foundation of Texas’ annual North Texas Giving Day event, it can be quite a challenge for our cause-minded friends in North Texas to decide where to allocate their investments to make the greatest impact. “The Friends … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Friends Of Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy
A Passing: Clarence B. Brown III
For some people, funerals represent closure; for some, they’re to support the family; for others, it’s a show of respect. And while the guest of honor is in a far, far better place, they’re probably shedding a tear for those left behind grieving. But funerals are actually revealing occasions. In addition to a farewell, a celebration of life sheds greater insight into the … [Read more...] about A Passing: Clarence B. Brown III
Rescheduled: Robert S. Folsom Leadership Award Dinner
Another healthcare group has decided to reschedule its major fall fundraiser to the spring. Methodist Health System Foundation was to honor Linda and Mitch Hart with its Robert S. Folsom Leadership Award on Friday, October 1. But the call was made to postpone it to Friday, April 8, at the Hilton Anatole’s Chantilly Ballroom. According to Foundation President Jim … [Read more...] about Rescheduled: Robert S. Folsom Leadership Award Dinner
A Passing: Lindalyn Bennett Adams
"Turning lemons into lemonade” means transforming a not-so-great situation into a grand occasion. In the case of Lindalyn Bennett Adams, she turned lemons into lemon pie, with folks lining up for second helpings. If Lindalyn were to read the above description, she’d laugh that funny giggle, take a deep breath and with a twinkle in her eyes scoff at the idea that she had done … [Read more...] about A Passing: Lindalyn Bennett Adams