Tim Heis was the man of the hour on Thursday, September 12, at the Dallas Country Club. Goodwill Dallas’ new president/CEO was being congratulated on his new position by Goodwill Dallas Board Chair Don Berg, Board VP Larry Helm with his wife Kathy Helm, David Miller, Diane and John Scovell, Bob Williams, Laura Lodwick, Bob Ferguson, Jim Johnston, Rich Enthoven, Fred Ball, Lea … [Read more...] about Goodwill Dallas Leadership And Supporters Celebrate Tim Heis’ New Role As President/CEO
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American Heart Association DFW Executive Director Melissa Cameron Made The Recent Heart Walk Her Swan Song
For about 25 years Melissa Cameron’s been putting the “fun” in fundraising. In addition to volunteer positions as a board member for Big Thought, Family Place Partners and Launchability plus being a Cattle Baroness for many years, she joined the ranks of nonprofit professionals. As Melissa describes herself, “I’m just one of the many nonprofit behind-the-scenes, want-to-do … [Read more...] about American Heart Association DFW Executive Director Melissa Cameron Made The Recent Heart Walk Her Swan Song
Dallas Symphony Orchestra Launches “C-Suite Christmas” Featuring Five Area Business Execs
Despite the 90-degree weather, it’s time to think about the holidays. That’s exactly what Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s President/CEO Kim Noltemy is doing. As part of the holiday festivities, the DSO will have a new concert — "C-Suite Christmas" — on Wednesday, December 11, at the Meyerson. In addition to the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, it is going to feature area business … [Read more...] about Dallas Symphony Orchestra Launches “C-Suite Christmas” Featuring Five Area Business Execs
The Talk Was Heartfelt At The Quarterly Meeting Of The Baylor Scott and White Dallas Foundation Advisory Board
Attendees at the Tuesday, September 10 quarterly meeting of the Baylor Scott and White Dallas Foundation Advisory Board had some interesting art to look at before the luncheon began. As the likes of Tom Dunning, Ken Schnitzer, J. Marc Myers and Pierce Allman huddled outside the meeting room, a number of black-and-white medical drawings were on display. They were vivid, … [Read more...] about The Talk Was Heartfelt At The Quarterly Meeting Of The Baylor Scott and White Dallas Foundation Advisory Board
A Passing: Mary Lee Cox
It’s rather doubtful that anyone ever described Mary Lee Cox as a “tall drink of water.” Rather, time and time again, the diminutive woman was recognized as a sparkling shot of energy. Mary Lee’s enthusiasm, determination and dedication for community involvement were well-known by grateful nonprofits, hardworking committee members and friends. But that hadn’t been her … [Read more...] about A Passing: Mary Lee Cox
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery: 2019 Robert S. Folsom Leadership Award Patron Party
Kathy and Harlan Crow’s The Library was the ideal place for the Robert S. Folsom Leadership Award Dinner patron party on Wednesday, September 4. After all, 2019 Awardee Mike Rawlings had made no secret of the importance that he placed on education during his years as Dallas mayor. With a stellar crowd including past award recipients like David Miller, Bobby B. … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery: 2019 Robert S. Folsom Leadership Award Patron Party
North Texas Giving Day Provides A Touching Case Of Irony For Two Philanthropic Legends
This Thursday’s North Texas Giving Day is tinged with a poignant bit of philanthropic irony. It was in 2015 on North Texas Giving Day that the memorial service for the late Ebby Halliday Acers took place. Known for her giving back, she was being celebrated at the Park Cities Baptist Church by an overflowing crowd of dignitaries, Dallas mayors from the past, first lady Laura … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Provides A Touching Case Of Irony For Two Philanthropic Legends
Dallas Symphony Association Executive Position Title Honors The Late Ross Perot Sr.
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.
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