According to 2023 Texas Independence Day Dinner Chair Lisa Cooley, “The Texas History Museum Foundation has selected two outstanding Texans – esteemed military leader and public servant Admiral William H. McRaven (U.S. Navy Retired) and football legend Roger Staubach – to receive the History-Making Texan Award at the Foundation’s 19th annual Texas Independence Day Dinner to … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: 2023 Texas Independence Day Dinner
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MySweetWishList: Eagle Oak Retreat Foundation
According to Eagle Oak Retreat Foundation volunteer Dennise Watanabe, “In 2021, my retired in-laws, Lillian and Steve Watanabe, embarked on a mission to give back to our nation’s heroes. They established a local non-profit organization, the Eagle Oak Retreat Foundation, whose mission is to provide combat veterans and first responders with the skills necessary to overcome … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Eagle Oak Retreat Foundation
JUST IN: 2022 Dallas Veterans Day Parade Cancelled Due To Thunderous Storms
Due to the wet, thunderstormy weather, the 2022 Dallas Veterans Day Parade in downtown Dallas this morning has been cancelled. As disappointing as it is for the Greater Dallas Veterans Day Parade organizers, participants and sponsors, Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient Gen. CSM (Ret) Gary Littrell is encouraging folks to donate to the National Medal of Honor Museum being … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2022 Dallas Veterans Day Parade Cancelled Due To Thunderous Storms
Friday’s Dank Weather Is Just A Touch Of What Many Veterans Endured Serving This Country
Friday's Veterans Day will also be a day when the pasta days of lazy, humid conditions change to windy and cold, introducing a week of winter chill. And while parades and events like Saturday's Folds of Honor at AT&T Stadium will take place honoring those who served in the military, the conditions only hint at what these vets in many cases endured. From the punishing … [Read more...] about Friday’s Dank Weather Is Just A Touch Of What Many Veterans Endured Serving This Country
Sons Of The Flag’s Ten-Year Anniversary To Raise Funds Especially For Local Burn Care Programs
It was ten years ago that Sons of the Flag was created by Ryan “Birdman” Parrot in Dallas to support just one man who had suffered severe burns while serving his country. Ryan’s efforts were the result of his “learning of minimal advancements in burn care advancements since the Vietnam Era.” Soon it became evident that in addition to other vets with similar … [Read more...] about Sons Of The Flag’s Ten-Year Anniversary To Raise Funds Especially For Local Burn Care Programs
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Valor Ranch Inc.
According to Valor Ranch Founder Keri Anne Wilcox, “Imagine the face of a veteran... It is changing. “Transitioning from the military is tough, but even more so for women. Since 2000, female veterans have increased from approximately 60,000 to nearly 500,000. Often, these heroic women feel less socially supported; resulting in the lack of access to resources normally … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Valor Ranch Inc.
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Stars And Stripes Luncheon And Red-Carpet Movie Premiere
According to Stars And Stripes Luncheon and Red-Carpet Movie Premiere Co-Chairs Annie and Teal Griffeth, “Sons of the Flag is marking our 10th Anniversary and we hope you will celebrate with us! “We are honored to present the 2022 Stars and Stripes Luncheon and Red-Carpet Event benefiting Sons of the Flag. For those of you who are already friends of Sons of the Flag, you … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Stars And Stripes Luncheon And Red-Carpet Movie Premiere
Lillian And Steve Watanabe Retired From Hawaii to Create Eagle Oak Retreat For Vets And First Responders
Many folks retire and head to the island state of Hawaii, with its beautiful surroundings. But upon retiring from their business, Lillian and Stave Watanabe decided to leave Hawaii in 2020, and they ended up in Italy. No, not that Italy. Rather, Italy, Texas, just down the road from Waxahachie. There they had the opportunity to buy a 65-acre ranch “surrounded by oak … [Read more...] about Lillian And Steve Watanabe Retired From Hawaii to Create Eagle Oak Retreat For Vets And First Responders
Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Fashion Show Letters Are Hitting Mailboxes This Week
To welcome folks back from spring break, the Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon committee was busy preparing letters to remind people of the 2022 Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon and Fashion Show. Gathering at Luncheon Chair Shannon Graham’s home, Women’s Auxiliary Founder Louise Griffeth, 2022 Community Service Award Recipient Sarah Losinger, Underwriting Chair Kimber … [Read more...] about Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Fashion Show Letters Are Hitting Mailboxes This Week
JUST IN: 2022 Equest Honorary Chair And Community Service Awardee Announced
Equest Women’s Auxiliary 2022 Luncheon and Fashion Show Chair Shannon Graham is getting all her ducks in a row. Having locked down the date (Tuesday, October 4) and the place (Brook Hollow Golf Club) with fashions from Highland Park Village under the direction of Jan Strimple, she’s already arranged for some familiar names in philanthropy on board to highlight the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2022 Equest Honorary Chair And Community Service Awardee Announced
Equest Is Chomping At The Bit For Four-Legged Volunteers
Volunteers come in all sizes, ages, sexes and talents. And there is always a need for them. But Equest has a need for a different type of volunteer. They’re looking for horses. Over the past decades the nationally renowned equine therapy program has provided everyone from children to military veterans with a better life. But to provide such services, it take horses. But … [Read more...] about Equest Is Chomping At The Bit For Four-Legged Volunteers