Leave it to UT Southwestern Medical Center (UTSW) and Children's Health to not only break ground for its future Children's pediatric campus, but to add a spectacular cherry to top off the occasion. That's exactly what just happened today. Learning that generous philanthropists Jan and Trevor Rees-Jones had stepped up to support the $5B project for the 4.7M-square-foot … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Jan And Trevor Rees-Jones Gift $100M For Future Children’s Pediatric Campus At Groundbreaking
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JUST IN: White Rhino Coffee’s Chris Parvin Recently Made Quite An Impression For All The Right Reasons
For folks who haven’t heard of Chris Parvin, they’ve been missing a businessman who knows how to make a difference with a flair. In legal circles, he founded the Parvin Group two decades ago, ceasing operation four years ago to focus on expanding his service outside of practicing law. In the local hospitality industry, he’s the one behind the White Rhino Coffee shops that have … [Read more...] about JUST IN: White Rhino Coffee’s Chris Parvin Recently Made Quite An Impression For All The Right Reasons
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: A Final Word From Communities Foundation Of Texas Board Chair Richie Butler
According to Communities Foundation of Texas Board Chair Richie Butler, “On behalf of the Board of Trustees of Communities Foundation of Texas, we extend heartfelt appreciation and gratitude to everyone who gave what they could to the causes they care about through this year’s North Texas Giving Day. “When we kicked off this special series [North Texas Giving Day Booster] … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: A Final Word From Communities Foundation Of Texas Board Chair Richie Butler
JUST IN: The Late Nancy And Jake Hamon’s Legendary Philanthropy Continues With $25M For New Pediatric Campus
There always seemed to be a starry twinkle in the eyes of the late Nancy Hamon. Pity those who never had the opportunity to know her. Why, even in the years leading to her death in 2011 at the age of 92, she continued to have the type of aura that ingenues envy. Nancy was one of the last remnants of what Texas legends built. The "Dallas Morning News" described her as "the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: The Late Nancy And Jake Hamon’s Legendary Philanthropy Continues With $25M For New Pediatric Campus
JUST IN: 2024 Texas Trailblazer Luncheon To Honor Jamie Williams With The Inaugural Paige Flink Icon Award
As The Family Place approaches its 28th Texas Trailblazer Award Luncheon on Friday, October 4, some additions have been made to the fundraiser's program. Luncheon Co-Chairs Lauren Black, Nakita Johnson, Clarisa Lindenmeyer and Lauren McKinnon along with Honorary Co-Chairs Lindsay and George Billingsley have announced the creation of the Paige Flink Inaugural Icon … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2024 Texas Trailblazer Luncheon To Honor Jamie Williams With The Inaugural Paige Flink Icon Award
MySweetOpportunity: 2025 Kappa Tablescapes
According to Kappa Tablescapes Founder Louise Spence Griffeth, “Kappa Tablescapes is a two-day charity event sponsored by the Dallas Alumnae Association of Kappa Kappa Gamma. It brings together Dallas' finest designers, florists, and retailers who create magnificent and imaginative table decorations to help raise funds to benefit a group of non-profit agencies carefully … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: 2025 Kappa Tablescapes
JUST IN: 2025 Junior Symphony Ball Steering Committee Tickets Go On Sale Wednesday At 9 A.M.
Students are hardly back in classrooms and already the 2025 Junior Symphony Ball plans are high-kicking with Co-Chairs Tanner Krug of Jesuit College Prep of Dallas, Gracelyn Nix and Jack Steed of Highland Park High School, Clara Tolleson and Johnny Willingham of Episcopal School of Dallas, Emerson Mayes of Bishop Lynch High School, Teddy Fleiss of St. Mark's School of Texas, … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2025 Junior Symphony Ball Steering Committee Tickets Go On Sale Wednesday At 9 A.M.
CFT President/CEO Wayne White Kicks Off 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster Series
According to Communities Foundation of Texas President and CEO Wayne White, “As I reflect on my first year as President and CEO at Communities Foundation of Texas and as a Dallas resident, I’ve learned that nothing compares to the generosity of North Texans, and CFT’s North Texas Giving Day is a true testament to this. The philanthropic scene here in North Texas is truly … [Read more...] about CFT President/CEO Wayne White Kicks Off 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster Series
La Fiesta’s 40 Duchesses, Their Presenters And Escorts Held Court For Celebración De La Costa De España
There may have been a few 11th-hour dress-fitting snafus and more than the usual number of "wobblies" during the famous Texas Dip. When all was said and done, though, the 2023-2024 La Fiesta de las Seis Banderas Presentation Gala on Saturday, June 8, at the Hilton Anatole was an amazing event that all involved could be proud of. Placing a focus on Spain with the theme … [Read more...] about La Fiesta’s 40 Duchesses, Their Presenters And Escorts Held Court For Celebración De La Costa De España
JUST IN: Merrilee Kick’s Thesis Resulted In A $30M Gift For TWU’s Business College
If ever there was an inspiration for getting an education, Texas Woman’s University (TWU) Alumna Merrilee Kick is it. It was while Merrilee was earning her MBA from TWU’s business college in Denton in 2009 that she wrote her thesis that ended up becoming the business plan for her Carrollton-based Buzzballz/Southern Champion. The company “became the only woman-owned … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Merrilee Kick’s Thesis Resulted In A $30M Gift For TWU’s Business College
Communities Foundation Of Texas Welcomes Aboard Orchid And Village Giving Circles With $50,000 Match
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