The local Association of Fundraising Professionals leadership already has plans for the 34th Annual National Philanthropy Day Luncheon in place. Event Chair Janet Sherlip has just revealed this year’s “The Stars of Texas,” who will be recognized at the Hyatt Regency.Drum roll, please.Outstanding Philanthropist — Donna Wilhelm nominated by World Affairs … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 34th Annual National Philanthropy Day Luncheon Honorees Announced
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Sunday’s Surprise Storm Brought Trees And Power Down, But Neighbors Rose To The Occasion
Sunday's devastating storm with its 70 MPH winds brought down trees, power lines and life in general for North Texas. Particularly hard hit was Dallas proper and the Park Cities. For some it was the loss of electricity for a few hours; for others, it's still lights out. From hundreds of stoplights and major retail centers to entire neighborhoods, it's been a rude awakening of … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Surprise Storm Brought Trees And Power Down, But Neighbors Rose To The Occasion
Nancy Strauss Halbreich Accepts 2019 J. Erik Jonsson Ethic Award With A World-Class Grace
As the Texas Rangers were kicking off the last season at Globe Life Park against Chicago Cubs on Thursday, March 28, the SMU campus was filling with Lexuses, Mercedes and all types of high brows. It’s too bad the Rangers didn’t have Nancy Strauss Halbreich batting. In addition to being SMU’s 2019 J. Erik Jonsson Ethics Awardee, she literally proved to be the MVP at the annual … [Read more...] about Nancy Strauss Halbreich Accepts 2019 J. Erik Jonsson Ethic Award With A World-Class Grace
Comerica Bank’s Prom Drive Found 750 Gowns New Homes
What a simply great way to start the month! Thanks to the Comerica Prom Dress Drive and the generosity of hundreds of strangers, 750 young women at Dallas CASA and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Dallas have been able to pick, choose and take home new or gently-used, formal dresses as well as accessories for their proms.According to Dallas CASA Children’s Council … [Read more...] about Comerica Bank’s Prom Drive Found 750 Gowns New Homes
National Philanthropy Day Luncheon Was Filled With Awards, Inspiration And Mistletoe
For a sold-out crowd at the Hyatt Regency, the AFP Greater Dallas' 33rd Annual National Philanthropy Day on Friday, November 9, was a cornucopia of local philanthropic champs. From veteran fundraiser Kaki Hopkins providing food for thought to the Mistlecrew's Stella Wrubel, Quinn Graves, Isabella Dickason and Trevor Godkin feeding the needy, it was the perfect way to start off … [Read more...] about National Philanthropy Day Luncheon Was Filled With Awards, Inspiration And Mistletoe
A Simple Thank You To … North Texas Giving Day
From Dallas United Crew Board Member Lisa Miller,“Our vision is now a reality. After years of loading and unloading boats from trailers in a bumpy gravel parking lot, we now have a roof over our boats and a fully-paved, ADA-compliant concrete parking lot to serve the community with rowing and dragon boating programs for people of all ages and abilities.“North Texas … [Read more...] about A Simple Thank You To … North Texas Giving Day
A Simple Thank You To: Just Say YES
From Garland ISD’s Lakeview Centennial High School Principal Maresa Bailey,“On behalf of our students, staff and parents at Lakeview Centennial High School in Garland ISD, I am honored to give ‘A Simple Thank You’ to Just Say YES – Youth Equipped to Succeed. Just Say YES has served as a trusted partner for the last nine years, making them of the one of the … [Read more...] about A Simple Thank You To: Just Say YES
January Launches A New MySweetCharity Series: “A Simple Thank You To…”
Every now and then, it’s good to shake things up a bit. Not too much, don’t you know! In years past, January has been the time when MySweetCharity has offered the MySweetGoals for the year to come. However, it was realized that as great as goals are, the first month of the year is also a time to say “Thank you” to those who helped the countless nonprofits and people who provide … [Read more...] about January Launches A New MySweetCharity Series: “A Simple Thank You To…”
Crystal Charity Ball Ladies Fete Their Gents With Grazing And An Unplanned Shattering Moment
After months of having their wives, sisters, mother and female whatevers MIA, the husbands, boyfriends... you get the drift... missing in action thanks to toiling for the 2018 Crystal Charity Ball, the men folk had their moment in the glory... or rather the moonlight on Tuesday, October 23, at Lisa and Clay Cooley's estate.On the heels of the CCB Circle of Angels dinner … [Read more...] about Crystal Charity Ball Ladies Fete Their Gents With Grazing And An Unplanned Shattering Moment
Callier Cares Luncheon Chairs Are Honored At Annual Luncheon
Callier Center for Communication Disorders Executive Director Dr. Tom Campbell hosted the annual luncheon honoring the former Callier Cares Luncheon chairs in the Dallas Country Club's Founder’s Room on Tuesday, October 9. Among former chairmen enjoying the luncheon were Tiffany Divis, Angie Kadesky, Barbara Stuart, Beth Thoele and Emilynn Wilson.As part of the Callier … [Read more...] about Callier Cares Luncheon Chairs Are Honored At Annual Luncheon
JUST IN: 2018 North Texas Giving Day Busts Its Own Record With More Than $48M In Donations
Once again North Texas Giving Day proved that generosity is a natural resource in these parts that only grows with time and effort. As the clock struck midnight, the donations were still coming in resulting in more than $48M and 400,000 pledged hours for thousands of area nonprofits.They topped last year's record breaker of $39M by $9M!Hopefully, the folks at … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2018 North Texas Giving Day Busts Its Own Record With More Than $48M In Donations