The Morton H. Meyerson is celebrating its 30th year of making beautiful music. Its creation as a “world-class hall” was the result of talented designers and dedicated philanthropists. Leading the philanthropic charge was Ross Perot Sr., who provided a hunk of change — a total of $14M to be exact. But this lead gift came with a stipulation and that was the naming rights. While … [Read more...] about Dallas Symphony Association Executive Position Title Honors The Late Ross Perot Sr.
Leadership
Plans For 2020 Callier Cares Fundraiser Revealed At Former Callier Cares Chairmen’s Luncheon
Foundation for Callier Center Board President Tricia George hosted a luncheon in the Founder’s Room at Dallas Country Club to honor former chairmen of the Callier Cares Luncheon on Wednesday, September 4. Continuing the annual tradition, Dr. Tom Campbell presented Tiffany heart bracelets to 2019 Callier Cares Luncheon Chairman Beth Layton and Underwriting Chairman Nancy … [Read more...] about Plans For 2020 Callier Cares Fundraiser Revealed At Former Callier Cares Chairmen’s Luncheon
JUST IN: Karen Froehlich Named SPCA President/CEO
A surprise announcement was made tonight at the 2019 Fur Ball patron party by SPCA of Texas Vice Chair Steve Atkinson that interim president/CEO Karen Froehlich had been named to the position permanently.According to the Steve, "Karen is a dedicated and passionate leader, and, over the past months, it has had become increasingly clear that she was the right person to lead … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Karen Froehlich Named SPCA President/CEO
North Texas Giving Day Booster: National Black MBA Association Dallas – Fort Worth
According to National Black MBA Association Dallas-Fort Worth Community Relations Committee Chair Demetrius Washington,This past spring, billionaire Robert F. Smith pledged to pay off the student loans for his fellow class of 2019 graduates. Mr. Smith’s extraordinary gesture was widely celebrated but helped to emphasize the student debt crisis in America. According to a … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: National Black MBA Association Dallas – Fort Worth
Former NM Exec Tim Heis To Succeed Retiring Goodwill Industries Of Dallas CEO/President Rod Ginther
For nearly 40 years, Rodney Ginther had led Goodwill Industries of Dallas Inc. When he started, the nonprofit had eight retail stores and was placing 224 individuals with disabilities and disadvantaged conditions annually. Its assets were $2.4M. This past year, Rod’s efforts have paid off to the tune of 18 retail stores with 1,522 individuals being placed in jobs and assets of … [Read more...] about Former NM Exec Tim Heis To Succeed Retiring Goodwill Industries Of Dallas CEO/President Rod Ginther
JUST IN: Brian Bolke To Chair Art Ball 2020
The lull is over and the storm of news about North Texas fundraising is thundering in. And it’s not just about the upcoming season!For instance, Art Ball 2020 has already landed its chair and what a chair it is… none other than that creative powerhouse Brian Bolke. People still talk about that pop-up shop he created complete with an Elder Statesman cashmere lingerie set for … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Brian Bolke To Chair Art Ball 2020
JUST IN: Texas Women’s Foundation 2019-2020 Leadership Announced
Rounding the curve for the final run of 2019, a lot of nonprofits are making news about the 2019-2020 fundraising. Among the first is the Texas Women’s Foundation. TWF President/CEO Ros Dawson Thompson revealed that the Foundation’s board will be chaired by Shonn Brown, who co-chaired the TWF Annual luncheon in 2017 and “helped establish The Village Giving Circle” at TWF. Just … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Texas Women’s Foundation 2019-2020 Leadership Announced
MySweetCharity Opportunity: 2019 Spirit Of Taos
According to Friends of Wilkinson Center President Meridith Zidell,Please join the Friends of Wilkinson Center for our Sixth Annual Spirit of Taos on Saturday, September 14, from 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. at The Hall on Dragon, located at 1500 Dragon Street in the heart of the Design District.This fabulous evening, inspired by Taos, New Mexico, will include … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: 2019 Spirit Of Taos
Business Council For The Arts’ 2019 Obelisk Award Co-Chairs And Nominees Announced
Business Council for the Arts CEO Katherine Wagner revealed that the organization founded by the late Ray Nasher in 1988 will celebrate it 31st Obelisk Awards with a stellar line up of co-chairs and nominees.Co-Chairing the luncheon that will take place on Friday, November 15, at the Fairmont Dallas are a couple of gals who are well versed in the support of the arts Neiman … [Read more...] about Business Council For The Arts’ 2019 Obelisk Award Co-Chairs And Nominees Announced
2019 Presidential Leadership Scholars Are Praised By Former Presidents Bush And Clinton At A Graduation Ceremony
Roslyn Dawson Thompson was in the big crowd at the George W. Bush Presidential Center on Thursday, June 27, for a graduation ceremony honoring the 2019 class of Presidential Leadership Scholars (PLS). The PLS is an executive-style leadership program that former Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush started five years ago. Those selected for the program spend six months … [Read more...] about 2019 Presidential Leadership Scholars Are Praised By Former Presidents Bush And Clinton At A Graduation Ceremony
JUST IN: Leadership Couples For New Friends New Life Luncheon Announced
When Jada Pickett Smith comes to North Texas as the keynote speaker for the New Friends New Life luncheon on Friday, October 11, she’ll be in great company. NFNL CEO Kim Robinson has just revealed that Shelly Slater and Clayton Huffstutter and Christa and Ketric Sanford will serve as the event co-chairs. Joining them in the leadership duties will be Honorary Co-Chairs Amy … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Leadership Couples For New Friends New Life Luncheon Announced