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Deadline For Folds Of Honor Of North Texas Scholarship Applications Is March 31

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Folds Of Honor North Texas has opened the floodgates for scholarship applications. Children of families of fallen or disabled U.S. service members and first responders are encouraged to apply here for financial support. But don't dawdle around. The deadline for application by students from kindergarten through 12th grade is 6 p.m. on Monday, March 31. So far, Folds … [Read more...] about Deadline For Folds Of Honor Of North Texas Scholarship Applications Is March 31

JUST IN: 2024 Equest Women’s Auxiliary Netted $315,259+ For Equest’s Equine-Assisted Therapy

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Instead of heading to lunch today for the noontime break from presentations by the 2025 Crystal Charity Ball beneficiary finalists, six CCB committee members joined Equest CEO Eric Lindh in the courtyard of Communities Foundation of Texas. It was for presentation of the Equest Women's Auxiliary check for a whopping $315,259.82 by 2024 Auxiliary President Lisa Loy Laughlin, … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2024 Equest Women’s Auxiliary Netted $315,259+ For Equest’s Equine-Assisted Therapy

MySweetWishList: Equest Women’s Auxiliary

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According to Equest Women’s Auxiliary 2024 Fashion Show Chair Katherine Wyker, “When Equest Women’s Auxiliary visionary Louise Griffeth founded the organization more than thirty years ago, Equest was known as Freedom Ride and many people were unfamiliar with the cause and how to become supporters. “Her vision was to create a long-term support team to help Equest raise … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Equest Women’s Auxiliary

Equest Fashion Show And Luncheon Crossed The Finish Line With Fashion, Kids And Honors

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While Children’s Health and UT Southwestern Medical Center were breaking ground and news at Harry Hines Boulevard and Paul M. Bass Way for the new Dallas pediatric campus on Tuesday, October 1, just up the boulevard the ladies like Cheryl Joyner, Katie Layton Oster, Kristi Francis, Rusty Duvall, Janet Evans, Linda Secrest and Christie Carter who fundraise were at Brook Hollow … [Read more...] about Equest Fashion Show And Luncheon Crossed The Finish Line With Fashion, Kids And Honors

2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: STEPS With Horses

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According to STEPS With Horses’ Executive Director Dr. Hallie Sheade, “When life's challenges become overwhelming and conventional means offer little relief, it can feel isolating and discouraging. Now, picture stepping into a serene pasture, greeted by the gentle nuzzle of a therapy horse. At STEPS with Horses, this is the experience we offer. Here, individuals find a … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: STEPS With Horses

2024 North Texas Giving Day Boosters: Habitat For Humanity Of Greater Garland

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According to Habitat Greater Garland’s President/CEO Rich Buquet, “It is hard to overstate the benefits that come from having a safe, decent, affordable place to call home. For the past 30 years Habitat Greater Garland has been changing people’s lives by providing strength and stability through home ownership. Owning a home allows families to save more, invest in education, … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Boosters: Habitat For Humanity Of Greater Garland

MySweetOpportunity: 2024 Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Fashion Show

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According to Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon and Fashion Show Chair Katherine Wyker, “Equest provides hope and healing to children and adults with diverse needs through its nationally recognized equine therapy programs. The organization helps transform the lives of over 2,000 participants a year, including individuals with physical, cognitive, emotional, and learning … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: 2024 Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Fashion Show

JUST IN: Project Transformation National CEO Steps Down To Assume Equest Leadership

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Back in 1998, Sarah Wilke and Dr. Leighton K. Farrell came up with Project Transformation (PT) over lunch one day. The idea was to create a program that would “address three unique challenges: 1) how to meet the academic, physical, social-emotional and spiritual needs of children; 2) how to provide meaningful ways for college-age young adults to explore ministry opportunities … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Project Transformation National CEO Steps Down To Assume Equest Leadership

A Day To Honor Those Who Paid The Ultimate Price For Their Country Over The Past 163 Years

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Not all holidays involve gifts and partying. Memorial Day is one of those exceptions. While it unofficially kicks off summer, with most schools out and many families heading to pools and other places for vacations, there are those who will honor and mourn the ones who died serving in the U.S. military. The day was created 163 years ago to honor those who died during the … [Read more...] about A Day To Honor Those Who Paid The Ultimate Price For Their Country Over The Past 163 Years

The Dallas Arboretum’s Great Contributors Salute Retired Admiral William H. McRaven At Annual Award Dinner

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On one of those blissful nights when North Texas temperatures felt comfortable in the moonlight, The Dallas Arboretum's Great Contributors flocked into the Ginsberg Family Plaza for a reception preceding the facility's annual Great Contributors Dinner on Sunday, November 5. Despite the Cowboys facing a gut-wrenching, last-minute showdown against the Philadelphia Eagles at … [Read more...] about The Dallas Arboretum’s Great Contributors Salute Retired Admiral William H. McRaven At Annual Award Dinner