Editor's Note: This post does not involve a North Texas nonprofit. It is being published as a "public service." After reading Dave “Watchdog” Lieber’s column about the Texas Driver License situation, I decided to go ahead and renew my driver license. Another incentive was a very official letter from the Texas Department of Public Safety warning that, come October 1, 2020, … [Read more...] about I Served Time And All I Got Was A Gold Circle With An Inset Star
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Friends Of Wednesday’s Child Is Closing
Sorry to start the week off with some sad news, but The Friends of Wednesday's Child is ceasing operation. Whoa! Before you go thinking that WFAA’s Cynthia Izaguirre won’t be doing her "Wednesday's Child" segments, stop thinking that. These are two separate organizations dedicated to supporting foster children in need of permanent homes. Founded by a couple in 1985, … [Read more...] about Friends Of Wednesday’s Child Is Closing
A Clarification On The Dallas Country Club’s New Event Scheduling Policy
Whoa! Yesterday's post mentioning the Dallas Country Club adjusting its event-scheduling policy has had some event planners wondering, "What's up?" Well, the good folks at the Dallas Country Club wanted to clarify the situation. The Board of Directors set the new policy last week that the Club can host events under 100 guests Tuesday – Friday for breakfast and lunch or any … [Read more...] about A Clarification On The Dallas Country Club’s New Event Scheduling Policy
The Last Tree On The Lot
Years ago there was a child who was at that age when the belief in Santa, elves and flying reindeer was starting to fade. As she sat next to her father driving home from Christmas Eve dinner, she told him of her doubts about the season of miracles. Her father, who was dreading this talk more than the one about the facts of life, pulled into the garage and told her a story that … [Read more...] about The Last Tree On The Lot
JUST IN: North Texas Food Bank CEO Jan Pruitt Is Officially “Stepping Down”
Gee, it seems all the cute nonprofit top gals are retiring. First, there was TACA’s President/Executive Director Becky Young. Then earlier this week, Trinity Trust’s President/CEO Gail Thomas announced her retirement. Now, word comes that North Texas Food Bank President/CEO Jan Pruitt is “stepping down effective today." According to the official press … [Read more...] about JUST IN: North Texas Food Bank CEO Jan Pruitt Is Officially “Stepping Down”
Oops Alert: Family Gateway’s “Gateway To Opportunity” Luncheon Is Tuesday, Not Wednesday
It’s Monday. It’s wet. It’s cool-ish. It has all the elements for an oopsie taking place. And that’s what happened. Normally, most “oopsies” at other media outlets would just be dismissed as, “So who cares?” But this one has organizers a wee bit concerned, so we’re setting the record straight. It seems that a daily newspaper column on philanthropy reported bright and … [Read more...] about Oops Alert: Family Gateway’s “Gateway To Opportunity” Luncheon Is Tuesday, Not Wednesday
JUST IN: Media Panel For Nonprofits Is Nearing Done-Deal Status
Oh, dear! With such short notice, the prediction for the nonprofits' media panel on Friday, August 19, was that perhaps a baker's dozen would sign up. But, oh, no! So very wrong. Understand that the sign-ins are coming in nonstop. Guess word has gotten out that PaperCity’s Jane Rozelle is gonna have all the scoop about the new format that the monthly publication will be … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Media Panel For Nonprofits Is Nearing Done-Deal Status
Hope’s Door And New Beginning Center To Officially Merge On Thursday, September 1
The news was just official, but word had been making the rounds that Hope’s Door and New Beginning Center were combining their efforts. The first obvious clue was the “Save The Date” postcard that arrived in the mail mid-July. It was for Friday, September 16 fashion show featuring Abi Ferrin clothes at the Hilton Dallas/Plano Granite Park. As impressive as it was … [Read more...] about Hope’s Door And New Beginning Center To Officially Merge On Thursday, September 1
Dallas’ Homeless Problem Was On The Menu And Had Guests On A Tractor At Mudhen’s Bridge Fundraiser
About 200 people turned out on Sunday, May 1, at Shannon Wynne’s Mudhen Meat & Greens to enjoy some music and some great food. But the “grand opening” party at the new restaurant at the entrance to the Dallas Farmers Market had a more serious purpose, too: raising $35,000 for the restaurant’s nearby neighbor, The Bridge homeless recovery center. Wynne, who’s on The … [Read more...] about Dallas’ Homeless Problem Was On The Menu And Had Guests On A Tractor At Mudhen’s Bridge Fundraiser
What’s Up With The Early-Bird Tent At The Dallas Museum Of Art?
Whoa! The Dallas Museum of Art’s Mark Di Suvero’s “Ave” is already keeping company with a gargantuan tent. Say what? The 2016 Art Ball is not until Saturday, April 23. So, what’s up? The answer was provided by the ever-charming Walter Elcock, who has been filling in until a new DMA director is announced. Evidently someone wanted to have a very special private tented … [Read more...] about What’s Up With The Early-Bird Tent At The Dallas Museum Of Art?
JUST IN: Issue Of ‘Different Views’ Leads To CEO Colleen Walker’s Resignation At Perot Museum Of Nature And Science
Less than two years after being appointed CEO, Colleen Walker is stepping down as the Eugene McDermott Chief Executive Officer at Dallas' Perot Museum of Nature and Science. The surprising development was disclosed in a March 30 letter to museum "friends and supporters" from John Jaggers, chairman of the Perot's board of directors. "I am writing to inform you that … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Issue Of ‘Different Views’ Leads To CEO Colleen Walker’s Resignation At Perot Museum Of Nature And Science