Perhaps news about a November event will help recall the sight of leaves turning gold, bundling up to weather chilly weather and season’s upcoming holidays. Thanks to the Association of Fundraising Professionals Greater Dallas Chapter, that news is here!Philanthropy Day Luncheon Chair William Bryant has just revealed the plans and award recipients. The annual fundraiser … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2018 Philanthropy Day Luncheon Plans And Award Recipients Revealed
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JUST IN: Toyota To Be Presenting Sponsor Of Dallas Women’s Foundation’s 33rd Annual Luncheon
As good as the Dallas Women’s Foundation’s 33rd Annual Luncheon sounded with a line up for Co-Chairs Lael Brodsky and Tricia Miller, Honorary Co-Chairs Matrice Ellis-Kirk and Ron Kirk and speaker Ava DuVernay with NPR host Michele Norris, word has just arrived that the cherry has been neatly placed on this sweetheart deal.The presenting sponsor will be North Texas’ … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Toyota To Be Presenting Sponsor Of Dallas Women’s Foundation’s 33rd Annual Luncheon
The Moody Foundation Steps Up Once Again With A$15M Gift For Parkland’s New Moody Breast Health Center
Within the public relations world, the rule of thumb is bad news is handed out on Fridays after the stock market close; good news is shouted out on Mondays. And, boy, was the Parkland Foundation shouting at Nancy and Jeremy Halbreich’s home-sweetest-home the evening of Monday, May 15 with a turnout crowd including Deedie Rose, Mary McDermott Cook, Dan Patterson, Janie and Cappy … [Read more...] about The Moody Foundation Steps Up Once Again With A$15M Gift For Parkland’s New Moody Breast Health Center
JUST IN: The Meadows Foundation President/ CEO Linda Perryman Evans Announces Her Retirement
Whoa! Stop the presses! Word just zoomed in that The Meadows Foundation President/CEO Linda Perryman Evans has announced that she will be retiring on December 31, 2019.Since heading up the Foundation in 1996, she has overseen the organization’s providing 4,500 grants totaling $873M “touching 254 counties in Texas.”According to Linda, “I have been incredibly fortunate to … [Read more...] about JUST IN: The Meadows Foundation President/ CEO Linda Perryman Evans Announces Her Retirement
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: The Moody Foundation’s Gift For Parkland’s New Breast Cancer Center
When an announcement of $15M is made, it’s a big event. But it’s even bigger when the figure brings Nancy Halbreich’s and Carol Seay’s effort to raise funds for a new breast center at Parkland within a hair’s breadth of their $40M goal. And the bestest news is that the gift was made by The Moody Foundation.That news brought together a standout crowd of … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: The Moody Foundation’s Gift For Parkland’s New Breast Cancer Center
The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Renews Its $500,000 Grant To Support The Second Linda And Mitch Hart Institute For Women Conductors
There are a lot of happy faces at The Dallas Opera. The Linda and Mitch Hart Institute for Women Conductors at The Dallas Opera has been receiving kudos throughout the operatic world. Established in 2015, it was created to “support the career aspirations and advancement of women conductors and administrators in the field of opera, while addressing the thorny problems resulting … [Read more...] about The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Renews Its $500,000 Grant To Support The Second Linda And Mitch Hart Institute For Women Conductors
Alzheimer’s Research ‘Rock Stars’ Star At Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Event At Bush Institute
There was a sizeable turnout at the George W. Bush Institute May 7 for the Triumph Over Alzheimer's Forum and Dinner. In fact, at least 275 tickets were sold for the special evening. The robust result meant that Leslie Ann Crozier's startup nonprofit Triumph Over Alzheimer's—which aims to advance research into the irreversible brain disease—has come from out of nowhere to raise … [Read more...] about Alzheimer’s Research ‘Rock Stars’ Star At Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Event At Bush Institute
JUST IN: Fabio Luisi Named Dallas Symphony Orchestra Music Director Designate
After a two-year search, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra will have a new music director. The news conference just broke up introducing Fabio Luisi as the Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s new music director designate for the 2019-2020 season. According to plan, the Italian-born conductor will assumed the title of Music Director in the 2020-2021 season.In addressing the attendees at … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Fabio Luisi Named Dallas Symphony Orchestra Music Director Designate
The Village Of Giving Launch More Than Doubled Its Goal In Founding Members And Funds
While the NFL was having its final draft day at AT&T Stadium, a group of pioneering women were making their own news by launching The Village Giving Circle at attorney Shonn Brown’s home on the afternoon of Sunday, April 29. The presentation would be made by founding Giving Circle officers Diane Reeves, Vera Ingram, Shawn Wills, Frances Cudjoe-Waters, Anika Cail, Lisa … [Read more...] about The Village Of Giving Launch More Than Doubled Its Goal In Founding Members And Funds
Better Hustle To Sign Up For A 2018 North Texas Giving Day Kick-Off Session
While some may be powering down for summer hibernation, nonprofits are gearing up for a repeat performance of the North Texas history-making fundraiser — North Texas Giving Day. Once again the folks over at Communities Foundation of Texas are orchestrating the wallet-opening program that will take place on Thursday, September 20.Ah, remember back in 2011 when North … [Read more...] about Better Hustle To Sign Up For A 2018 North Texas Giving Day Kick-Off Session
Fight Night Celebrates Its 30th With 19 Former Chairs, Marvelous Marvin Hagler And Some Bejeweled Flip-flops
Linda McMahon seemed pleased. As gowned and tuxedo'ed guests jammed the Hilton Anatole's Chantilly Foyer to the max on Thursday, April 26, the president and CEO of The Real Estate Council was beaming about the success of Fight Night's 30th anniversary celebration. The party featuring boxing, great food, casino gaming and Vegas-style entertainment is always one of Dallas' … [Read more...] about Fight Night Celebrates Its 30th With 19 Former Chairs, Marvelous Marvin Hagler And Some Bejeweled Flip-flops