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CFT CEO/President Wayne White Shares His Gratitude For North Texas Giving Day Donors

Sep 22, 2023 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean Leave a Comment

According to Communities Foundation of Texas CEO/President Wayne White, "After tallying up the totals once donations closed at midnight, Communities Foundation of Texas’ 15th annual North Texas Giving Day, presented by Amazon, raised $63.9 million for our community from 97,000 donors. This surpasses last year’s fundraising efforts of $62.6 million raised. "While … [Read more...] about CFT CEO/President Wayne White Shares His Gratitude For North Texas Giving Day Donors

MySweetOpportunity: The Bullock State History Museum

Aug 17, 2023 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

According to The Bullock State History Museum Board Member Lisa Cooley, “Opened in 2001 as the official history museum of the State of Texas, The Bullock State History Museum engages the broadest possible audience to interpret the continually unfolding story of Texas through meaningful educational experiences. And what a story we Texans have to tell! “Earlier this year, I … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: The Bullock State History Museum

City Of Dallas Community Emergency Response Team To Hold Free Disaster Preparedness Classes

Aug 3, 2023 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

You just know it’s going to happen sometime — a tornado, a hazmat crash, an ice storm or whatever it takes to turn North Texas topsy-turvy. While most will “hunker” down waiting for instructions on how to return to the norm, there are others like first responders who will ramp up to make things better. To help locals come onboard, the City of Dallas Community … [Read more...] about City Of Dallas Community Emergency Response Team To Hold Free Disaster Preparedness Classes

JUST IN: 2023 Day At The Races Crossed The Finish Line With A Record $379,000

Jun 5, 2023 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Despite the mysterious developments taking place at Churchill Downs, the Turtle Creek Park Conservancy solved the question — "Just how successful was the 2023 Day At The Races?" The answer was revealed at a Cocktails In The Winner's Circle gathering at The Standard Pour with a check presentation resulting from the sold-out fundraiser held on Saturday, May 6 at Arlington … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2023 Day At The Races Crossed The Finish Line With A Record $379,000

Retiring CFT CEO/President Dave Scullin Was Honored With A Celebration Of Community Party

Mar 20, 2023 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Before leaving Communities Foundation of Texas (CFT), CEO/President Dave Scullin was honored on Wednesday, March 1, with a celebration of community reception at CFT. It was a gathering of community leaders like Florence Shapiro, Matrice Ellis Kirk, outgoing CFT Board Chair Alfreda Norman and incoming Chair Richie Butler, philanthropists Christie Carter, Linda Perryman Evans and … [Read more...] about Retiring CFT CEO/President Dave Scullin Was Honored With A Celebration Of Community Party

JUST IN: 2022 North Texas Giving Day Hauls in $62,565,273, Ending Its Record-Breaking Run

Sep 23, 2022 1:34 AM by Jeanne Prejean

For those who just couldn’t stay up until midnight for the final results, you missed a surprising end to the 2022 North Texas Giving Day. With its 18-hour countdown clock ticking away, the tote board whirled to a final total of $62,565,273. Despite the impressive number, it just wasn't enough to beat last year's $66M total. Unlike 2021's fundraiser receiving donations … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2022 North Texas Giving Day Hauls in $62,565,273, Ending Its Record-Breaking Run

North Texas Giving Day Booster: Promise Of Peace

Sep 9, 2022 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

According to Promise of Peace Founding Director Elizabeth Dry, “Promise of Peace (POP) Gardens establishes urban food gardens in neighborhoods and schools to give community members access to quality Earth to Table education and nutritious locally grown food. Over the past 13 years, we have established 12 food gardens across North Texas, and delivered high quality education … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Promise Of Peace

United Way Of Metropolitan Dallas Celebrated 97 Years At The Star With Standout Honorees And Results

Jul 20, 2022 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

Following a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, United Way of Metropolitan Dallas resurrected its Annual Celebration and Unite Forever Campaign Awards event on Thursday, May 12, to celebrate its 97 years of bringing companies, donors and volunteers together for the betterment of Dallas. And what a party it was! With more than 800 folks dining on the floor of The Star, one of … [Read more...] about United Way Of Metropolitan Dallas Celebrated 97 Years At The Star With Standout Honorees And Results

2022 Change Is Good Was Even Better With A Glam Tent, Bubble Chasing And Lots Of Ka-Ching

Jun 1, 2022 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

Community Partners of Dallas’ Paige McDaniel and Joanna Clarke cashed in all their lucky chips for the fundraiser’s “Change Is Good” on Sunday, April 24. The event that had earned a reputation of being a total kids’ wonderland with bounce houses, face painting, flip books, hat-making and loads of food was calling Turtle Creek Park its home from 2:30 to 5:30. But area … [Read more...] about 2022 Change Is Good Was Even Better With A Glam Tent, Bubble Chasing And Lots Of Ka-Ching

2022 Great Adventure Hunt’s “Fun And Games” Netted A Whopping $280,000 For ChildCareGroup

May 31, 2022 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

One of North Texas' most fun and challenging fundraising events took place after a two-year hiatus on Friday, April 22, at The Statler. With 2022 Great Adventure Hunt Co-Chairs Rebecca Acuna and Texas State Representative Rafael Anchia serving as ringleaders for the hundreds of competitors, the brainteasing was literally on top of everyone's mind. Plus, the night hauled in … [Read more...] about 2022 Great Adventure Hunt’s “Fun And Games” Netted A Whopping $280,000 For ChildCareGroup

Dallas Area Habitat For Humanity CEO Dave Crawford To Retire After A Major Turnaround

May 11, 2022 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

When Dave Crawford became CEO of Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity in 2018, it was not the best of times for the organization that provides “affordable homeownership opportunities, financial education, advocacy and neighborhood empowerment.” According to The Dallas Morning News columnist Sharon Grigsby a year later, The nonprofit’s aggressive experiment to expand … [Read more...] about Dallas Area Habitat For Humanity CEO Dave Crawford To Retire After A Major Turnaround

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