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Despite Initial Fiscal Confusion, Lee Jarmon Alzheimer’s Pro Am Benefits Aware And Three Other Area Non-Profits With $220,000

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There’s been a tad bit of confusion about the funds netted from the Lee Jarmon Alzheimer’s Pro Am held in May at Gleneagles Country Club. Aware President Venise Stuart recently reported that the tournament had provided $20,000 for the group. But upon checking with the Jarmon’s Elisa Stephens, she said that the actual amount for Aware had been $40,000. So, where was … [Read more...] about Despite Initial Fiscal Confusion, Lee Jarmon Alzheimer’s Pro Am Benefits Aware And Three Other Area Non-Profits With $220,000

Friends Of Wednesday’s Child Is Closing

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Sorry to start the week off with some sad news, but The Friends of Wednesday's Child is ceasing operation.Whoa! Before you go thinking that WFAA’s Cynthia Izaguirre won’t be doing her "Wednesday's Child" segments, stop thinking that. These are two separate organizations dedicated to supporting foster children in need of permanent homes.Founded by a couple in 1985, … [Read more...] about Friends Of Wednesday’s Child Is Closing

A Clarification On The Dallas Country Club’s New Event Scheduling Policy

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Whoa! Yesterday's post mentioning the Dallas Country Club adjusting its event-scheduling policy has had some event planners wondering, "What's up?" Well, the good folks at the Dallas Country Club wanted to clarify the situation.The Board of Directors set the new policy last week that the Club can host events under 100 guests Tuesday – Friday for breakfast and lunch or any … [Read more...] about A Clarification On The Dallas Country Club’s New Event Scheduling Policy

Bethenny “Skinnygirl” Frankel Served Up One Of The Season’s Most Talked-About Presentations At The Annual Chick Lit Luncheon

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On Friday, April 21, the annual Chick Lit Luncheon became the scene of two social earthquakes that split the Anatole's Grand Ballroom. But more about that later. First, let’s set the scene.To kick off the Community Partners of Dallas fundraiser, the VIP reception was held in the Plum Blossom Room and, thanks to hosts Nancy and Richard Rogers, guests celebrated with … [Read more...] about Bethenny “Skinnygirl” Frankel Served Up One Of The Season’s Most Talked-About Presentations At The Annual Chick Lit Luncheon

Oops Alert: Family Gateway’s “Gateway To Opportunity” Luncheon Is Tuesday, Not Wednesday

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It’s Monday. It’s wet. It’s cool-ish. It has all the elements for an oopsie taking place. And that’s what happened. Normally, most “oopsies” at other media outlets would just be dismissed as, “So who cares?” But this one has organizers a wee bit concerned, so we’re setting the record straight.It seems that a daily newspaper column on philanthropy reported bright and … [Read more...] about Oops Alert: Family Gateway’s “Gateway To Opportunity” Luncheon Is Tuesday, Not Wednesday

JUST IN: Media Panel For Nonprofits Is Nearing Done-Deal Status

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Oh, dear! With such short notice, the prediction for the nonprofits' media panel on Friday, August 19, was that perhaps a baker's dozen would sign up. But, oh, no! So very wrong.Understand that the sign-ins are coming in nonstop. Guess word has gotten out that PaperCity’s Jane Rozelle is gonna have all the scoop about the new format that the monthly publication will be … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Media Panel For Nonprofits Is Nearing Done-Deal Status

JUST IN: United Way Of Metropolitan Dallas Comes Through With Record Breaking Numbers And Where The $$’s Are Going

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First thing this morning a glowing…no, make that spectacularly dazzling...release arrived from United Way of Metropolitan Dallas reporting that it had raised a record-breaking $72M in the past year. Now, that is pretty darn mind blowing!The question simmering around the MySweetCharity croissant and latte bar was — Is that the net or gross amount? Within minutes of being hit … [Read more...] about JUST IN: United Way Of Metropolitan Dallas Comes Through With Record Breaking Numbers And Where The $$’s Are Going

MySweetCharity Policy Announcement: Only Nets To Be Accepted

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Queenie arrived with an entourage this morning all huffy. Not the entourage. They’re nice elves, unicorns and angelfish. Queenie looked at the Elder Elf and handed him a freshly laid egg.The old elf thanked her and asked her, “How am I to interpret this item, O Mighty One Who Makes My Eyes Water?”With her painfully perfect posture, the old gal said, “When we receive … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Policy Announcement: Only Nets To Be Accepted

2014 Crystal Charity Ball 10 Best Luncheon Boasts Nina Ricci Fashions, Dallas’ Couture Set And Myths In Need Of Correction

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It was 41 years ago that Janet DeSanders ruled Dallas society coverage. In addition to writing full time for The Dallas Times Herald, she also published an ultra-slick monthly publication called The Society Section. As if that wasn’t enough, she came up with the idea for an event that would recognize Dallas’ best dressed and most philanthropic women. The savvy Janet partnered … [Read more...] about 2014 Crystal Charity Ball 10 Best Luncheon Boasts Nina Ricci Fashions, Dallas’ Couture Set And Myths In Need Of Correction

JUST IN: Crystal Charity Ball Charity Selection Applicant Orientation Date Change

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There’s been a slight change of plans for prospective Crystal Charity Ball recipients. Originally the CCB team scheduled the CCB Charity Selection Applicant Orientation to take place on Thursday, September 18, at Communities Foundation of Texas.Then calendars were compared and big, old, scary “Oops!” showed up. September 18 is North Texas Giving Day and CFT is busier than … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Crystal Charity Ball Charity Selection Applicant Orientation Date Change