If “giving circle” is new to some, the words are a “growing global movement.” As Philanthropy Together reported, “There are now more than 2,500 active circles around the world giving intentionally and thoughtfully. Giving circles bring together people with shared values to collectively discuss and decide where to make pooled gifts. Giving circle [members] support with their … [Read more...] about Communities Foundation Of Texas Welcomes Aboard Orchid And Village Giving Circles With $50,000 Match
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Operation Kindness’ Lifesaving Partnership Hub Is A Collaborative Oasis For Animal Rescue Groups
There is a remarkable brilliance that takes place as a result of a collaboration. So after days of rain, thunder, lightning and wind knocking trees topsy-turvy, the results of such collaboration took place on Thursday, June 6. As the North Texas sun shone a spotlight on the corner of 1771 Terre Colony and I-30's frontage road — between Dallas Animal … [Read more...] about Operation Kindness’ Lifesaving Partnership Hub Is A Collaborative Oasis For Animal Rescue Groups
JUST IN: Mike Myers’ “Stroke” Of $2M Generosity Benefits TWU Center’s Research And Training
What a week it has been! It’s literally been raining more than the wet stuff in North Texas. Philanthropy has been showering all over the place, and today was no different. Real estate developer/banker Mike A. Myers presented a sweetheart gift of $2M to Texas Woman University’s stroke center. It was back in 1992 that TWU established the center to provide specialized … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Mike Myers’ “Stroke” Of $2M Generosity Benefits TWU Center’s Research And Training
JUST IN: Children’s And UTSW Medical Center Announce Pogue Family’s $100M Gift For New Pediatric Campus
Publicly announced, philanthropic gifts of $100 million are rare in North Texas. But when they do come along, UT Southwestern Medical Center is often involved on the receiving end. It happened again today, when Children's Health and UT Southwestern announced a gift of $100 million from the family of Jean and the late Mack Pogue to support Children's new $5 billion pediatric … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Children’s And UTSW Medical Center Announce Pogue Family’s $100M Gift For New Pediatric Campus
Jersey Mike’s Subs To Serve Up 100% Of Sales On March 27 For Wipe Out Kids’ Cancer
While Jersey Mike's Subs may sound like an east coast meal, it ended up being a North Texas blow-out that led to a national fundraising program. Yes, Jersey Mike's CEO Peter Cancro may have served up his first sub in 1971 at the age of 14, but he eventually became boss and discovered that he could serve more than meals. Thanks to Jersey Mike's North Texas Area Director … [Read more...] about Jersey Mike’s Subs To Serve Up 100% Of Sales On March 27 For Wipe Out Kids’ Cancer
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery: 2024 Dallas Symphony Orchestra League Presentation Ball
Traditions are handed down over the generations for deserving programs supported by dedicated volunteers, families and philanthropists. The Dallas Symphony Orchestra League's 2024 Presentation Ball was such a tradition on Saturday, February 10, with names like Ford, Hancock, Hunt and Sands supporting the Dallas Symphony Orchestra's education programs. And to … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery: 2024 Dallas Symphony Orchestra League Presentation Ball
Communities In Schools Of Dallas Region Topped Off Its 4S Campaign In A Crowning Way
The journey of a fundraising campaign is a true memory maker. But when the goal is achieved there's a true sense of accomplishment in attaining what may have seemed impossible. However, if those involved in the effort truly believe in it, they are driven with a truly remarkable power. So it was that Communities in Schools of the Dallas Region (CISDR) instilled such dedication … [Read more...] about Communities In Schools Of Dallas Region Topped Off Its 4S Campaign In A Crowning Way
JUST IN: Spirit Of Generations Luncheon Is Charging Ahead To Meet Its Fundraising Goals
Let’s end the week of announcements with some good news. The Senior Source’s 2024 Spirit of Generations Luncheon Chair Amy Hegi is married to Peter Hegi. The Underwriting Chair is Libby Hegi, who is married to Peter’s brother, Brian Hegi. Not only do the two couples live just down the street from each other, the two blondes have been known to tackle fundraising efforts like … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Spirit Of Generations Luncheon Is Charging Ahead To Meet Its Fundraising Goals
JUST IN: A Four-Month-Old Slept Thru CeCe’s Place’s Ribbon-Cutting, To The Delight Of The Organizers
This afternoon, the lobby of Hope Cottage was filled with people — including HHM Health President/CEO Brian Hawkins, HHM's Chief Development Officer Jean Buys and The George and Fay Young Foundation Executive Director Lauren Haskins — for the ribbon-cutting of CeCe's Place, Hope Cottage's new maternal medical clinic with HHM Health. In the clinic's waiting alcove, a … [Read more...] about JUST IN: A Four-Month-Old Slept Thru CeCe’s Place’s Ribbon-Cutting, To The Delight Of The Organizers
2024 Visionary Luncheon Co-Chairs Jennifer And Bill Voss Kick Off The Fundraising With $100K Commitment
While the Retina Foundation is holding off on who the keynote speaker will be for its annual fundraiser, the 2024 Visionary Luncheon Co-Chairs Jennifer and Bill Voss have already stepped up with a commitment of $100,000 to the Retina Foundation. According to organizers, the Vosses' "commitment to the Retina Foundation is not only a testament to their dedication to the … [Read more...] about 2024 Visionary Luncheon Co-Chairs Jennifer And Bill Voss Kick Off The Fundraising With $100K Commitment
Dallas Historical Society’s Newly Renamed Dallas History Makers Awards For Excellence Luncheon Honors Nine
The Dallas Historical Society's annual awards for excellence luncheon invariably attracts a who's who of the region. And the 2023 edition, held at the Fairmont Hotel on Friday, November 17, kept the tradition going strong. While many of the event's 565 attendees gathered for a reception outside the hotel's International Ballroom — among them R. Gerald Turner, Dr. Carine … [Read more...] about Dallas Historical Society’s Newly Renamed Dallas History Makers Awards For Excellence Luncheon Honors Nine