North Texas' Annette Simmons has had a very busy couple of weeks. On Thursday, November 16, she along with daughter Amy Simmons Crafton were the honorary co-chairs for the Doing The Most Good Luncheon for The Salvation Army of North Texas. Then there have been all types of get-togethers to celebrate her birthday (officially on Sunday, November 26). And now word has just … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Philanthropist Annette Simmons Donates $1M For 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Beneficiaries
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Santa And The Elves Will Flip The Switch To Kick Off Light Up Turtle Creek Park On November 29
Anyone who drives home during rush hour along Turtle Creek Boulevard is in for an enlightening experience starting Wednesday, November 29. Starting that night at the stroke of 7 p.m., Turtle Creek Park Conservancy elves will brighten up the spirit of the season with the Light Up Turtle Creek Park event. But even before the elves flip the switch, there will be a warmup of … [Read more...] about Santa And The Elves Will Flip The Switch To Kick Off Light Up Turtle Creek Park On November 29
Three Giving Circles At Texas Women’s Foundation Provided $707,688 For 69 Non-Profits In 2023
It’s been a very busy year for Texas Women’s Foundation’s three giving circles — Orchid Giving Circle, The Village Giving Circle and Hispanic 100 (H100) Latina Giving Circle. All three combined had contributed $707,688 in grants for 69 non-profits in 2023 alone! Since being established at Texas Women's Foundation, the three circles combined have provided $3.55M in … [Read more...] about Three Giving Circles At Texas Women’s Foundation Provided $707,688 For 69 Non-Profits In 2023
The Senior Source Is High Rolling For Older Adults As Temperatures Head Deep Down
With the chill of 2023-2024 approaching, The Senior Source (TSS) has already put into place programs to help area older folks prepare for the seasonal freezing temperatures. According to TSS President/CEO Stacey Malcolmson, "We have two ways of supporting older adults in the winter months. All year long we partner with Atmos Energy to help low-income older adults … [Read more...] about The Senior Source Is High Rolling For Older Adults As Temperatures Head Deep Down
JUST IN: Louise And Guy Griffeth To Be Honored At The Senior Source’s Spirit Of Generations Luncheon
For three decades The Senior Source has held its Spirit of Generations Luncheon to honor an individual or group of individuals who "have contributed significantly in thoughts, words and deeds to all generations of the greater Dallas community. " For its 30th anniversary, the 2024 Spirit of Generations Luncheon on Friday, March 1, will honor a couple of sweethearts — … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Louise And Guy Griffeth To Be Honored At The Senior Source’s Spirit Of Generations Luncheon
JUST IN: Park Place Cares’ Season Of Giving Benefits 18 Area Non-Profits To The Tune Of $100K
This morning 18 North Texas non-profits woke up as very happy campers because yesterday they received early holiday gifts courtesy of Park Place Dealerships' Park Place Cares' Third Annual Season of Giving (aka World Kindness Day). The presents in the form of checks were hand-delivered by Park Place Dealerships Members and totaled $100,000. With more than 400 area … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Park Place Cares’ Season Of Giving Benefits 18 Area Non-Profits To The Tune Of $100K
The MySweetWishList Series Returns To Help Santa Come Thru For North Texas Non-Profits
With the holiday season starting up, it’s more important than ever for North Texas non-profits to make a last push for this year’s donations or perhaps to get support for 2024. By using the MySweetWishList series to promote your non-profit, you can rally the community to support longtime supporters and introduce newcomers to your efforts. This year’s plan is to kick off the … [Read more...] about The MySweetWishList Series Returns To Help Santa Come Thru For North Texas Non-Profits
Mabee Foundation Match Challenge Results In More Than $16M For Park South Family YMCA
This past summer when the J.E. and L.E. Mabee Foundation issued the challenge to support the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas for its historic Park South Family YMCA, the deadline for the match grant was Sunday, October 1. And, boy, did it get a response — more than $16M as a result! Thanks to the match opportunity, nearly 100 donors participated including Crystal Charity Ball, … [Read more...] about Mabee Foundation Match Challenge Results In More Than $16M For Park South Family YMCA
JUST IN: The 50th Cattle Baron’s Ball Broke Previous Records With A $5.5M+ Check
Earlier today, something really big got broken at Truluck's. It took place as the Cattle Baron's Ball committee of volunteers gathered for their annual fall luncheon. As in years past, two traditions were honored. One was the CBB vets officially welcoming the newest members. This year the newbies, including Dana Arnold, Lindsey Bauer, Ellie Campion, Sharon Lee Clark, … [Read more...] about JUST IN: The 50th Cattle Baron’s Ball Broke Previous Records With A $5.5M+ Check
JUST IN: Award-Winning Christine “The Good Wife” Baranski To Keynote Woman To Woman Luncheon
So, at the recent Celebrating Women Luncheon VIP reception on Monday, October 30, GDA Speakers Founder/President Gail Davis and Jewish Family Service of Greater Dallas Development Director Chris Walters hinted that plans were on the verge of being announced for JFS's 2024 fundraiser. Despite the best efforts, Chris and Gail stayed clammed up with all-knowing … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Award-Winning Christine “The Good Wife” Baranski To Keynote Woman To Woman Luncheon
2023 Daylight Saving Time [Finally] Ends This Sunday While You Sleep
You may have forgotten about something you lost back in March. Perhaps it was because it hadn't really cost enough to report it as a robbery. But, boy, are you gonna be happy to get it back! That hour you lost while you slept due to the start of 2023 Daylight Saving Time on Sunday, March 12, will be returned to you this Sunday at 2 a.m. as the 2023 Daylight Saving Time ends. … [Read more...] about 2023 Daylight Saving Time [Finally] Ends This Sunday While You Sleep