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
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JUST IN: 2024 North Texas Giving Day Broke All Its Previous Records Surpassing $68M
For those who stayed up late to watch the 2024 North Texas Giving Day Board race to the midnight finish line, it was a real nail-biter. Surely, appointments are going to be made Friday to replace the chewed-off acrylic nails. A quick rundown of the final hour was that it looked like there was a chance this year's mega-fundraiser for area charities just might beat the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2024 North Texas Giving Day Broke All Its Previous Records Surpassing $68M
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: New Life Cat Rescue
According to New Life Cat Rescue’s Foster Coordinator and Medical Director Christy Gann, “Artie was a beautiful orange cat who loved to roam the streets of his neighborhood, chasing birds and basking in the sun. One fateful day, as he was crossing the road, a speeding car came out of nowhere and struck him, leaving him paralyzed from the waist down. “Fortunately, a … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: New Life Cat Rescue
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Bee Happy Day Hab
According to Bee Happy Day Hab’s Program Manager Melissa Madsen, “Helping a man named Richie get to church was the catalyst for Bee Happy Day Hab. “Richie, in his early 30s, contacted a local church looking for someone to help him. He lived independently, though his intellectual developmental disability prevented him from being able to work or drive, leaving him … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Bee Happy Day Hab
MySweetOpportunity: United To Learn
According to Southern Methodist University Community Engagement Director Wendelin Donahue, “As someone passionate about creating meaningful connections that serve the greater good, I was thrilled to discover United to Learn’s Serena Simmons Connelly Liaison program. With a mission to change lives by transforming the relationship between schools and community, United to Learn … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: United To Learn
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: SAWA Fashion Show Resulted In A Record-Breaking $870,500 For The Salvation Army Of North Texas
This morning the rain took a break just in time for a celebration. Since the Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary Dallas' blowout fashion show and luncheon on Tuesday, May 7, 2023-2024 SAWA President Candace Winslow and Luncheon Chair Shannon Graham have been counting and recounting the results. They couldn't believe their eyes. With the sun shining over Highland Park … [Read more...] about JUST IN: SAWA Fashion Show Resulted In A Record-Breaking $870,500 For The Salvation Army Of North Texas
JUST IN: 2024 Centerstage 40’s Results In $400K For Dallas Theater Center And Plans For 2025 Gala
And news of the 2024 spring success stories keeps flowing in. As a result of the Dallas Theater Center's 2024 Centerstage 40 Gala at Fashion Industry Gallery on Saturday, May 4, Event Chair Hamilton Sneed sent news saying, "I'm pleased to let you know that our net fundraising total from 2024's event is $400,000 which we are thrilled about!" So thrilled and energized that … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2024 Centerstage 40’s Results In $400K For Dallas Theater Center And Plans For 2025 Gala
Comerica Prom Dress Drive Provided 380 Gowns To The Delight Of Dallas and Collin County Teens
Comerica Bank has been busy recently with an office opening in Frisco and Shred Day DFW this coming weekend. Still, a lot of area closets are lean, thanks to the Comerica Bank Prom Dress Drive. Due to the generosity of area fashionistas, 380 gently experienced formal gowns have been donated for Dallas CASA and Boys And Girls Clubs Of Greater Dallas and Collin County. The … [Read more...] about Comerica Prom Dress Drive Provided 380 Gowns To The Delight Of Dallas and Collin County Teens
Kids Sneaking A Peek At Solar Eclipse Sans Glasses Will Result In Longtime Visual Damage
Things are looking up for Monday’s total solar eclipse. While there’s been plenty written about the ins and outs of witnessing this remarkable experience, there’s still been some confusion about when to don the glasses, what types of glasses to wear and the unfortunate results if you don’t. Since most youngsters will be in school when the eclipse takes place, teachers are … [Read more...] about Kids Sneaking A Peek At Solar Eclipse Sans Glasses Will Result In Longtime Visual Damage
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