Texas Women’s Foundation’s calculators have been smoking after calculating the distribution of grants during the Foundation’s past fiscal year (July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021). The total amount distributed was a whopping $12.9M to 416 grantees, with 283 organization receiving $10.8M of the amount. The remaining $2.1M were "invested in programs that advance its [TWF’s] mission … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Texas Women’s Foundation Distributes $12.9M In Grants To 416 Organizations And Programs
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MySweetOpportunity: Autumn At The Arboretum
According to Dallas Arboretum volunteers and Autumn at the Arboretum Co-Chairs Judy and Greg Sosbee, “We invite you to join us at the most spectacular pumpkin show in Dallas—Autumn at the Arboretum, presented by Reliant. This year’s fun theme is “Bugtopia,” and the festival runs Saturday, September 18, to Sunday, October 31. The 16th annual fall festival features the … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: Autumn At The Arboretum
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Cancer Strongher
According to Cancer Strongher Founder Heidi Slansky, “I am Heidi Slansky, founder of Cancer Strongher, a volunteer-run nonprofit started in 2018. I am also breast cancer survivor, so overseeing a nonprofit that helps keep female cancer survivors ‘fight ready’ is a cause literally near and dear to my heart. “Cancer Strongher allows female survivors of all cancers to take … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Cancer Strongher
MySweetOpportunity: 10th Annual Communities In Schools Dallas Region Golf Tournament
According to Communities In Schools Of The Dallas Region Board Of Directors Member-At-Large/Flowserve VP Lars Rosene, “On behalf of Communities In Schools of the Dallas Region, Inc. (CISDR), I ask you to join us at the 10th Annual CISDR Golf Tournament on Monday, September 27, at the Hackberry Creek Country Club in Irving. This tournament is the largest fundraising event for … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: 10th Annual Communities In Schools Dallas Region Golf Tournament
MySweetOpportunity: Fantasy Football Draft Night
According to Fantasy Football Draft Night Co-Chairs Jeni and Brent Garrett, “If you are counting down the days for football season, then we have just the ticket for you! Get ready for some football at The Warren Center’s largest fundraising event of the year – Fantasy Football Draft Night – coming up Friday, August 27, beginning at 6:00 p.m. to 10: 30 p.m. at the Westin … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: Fantasy Football Draft Night
Mavs Foundation’s Dedication And Scottish Rite For Children’s Treasure Street Events Postponed
A couple of postponement notices were just sent in about North Texas events. In addition to today’s dedication of the newest basketball court at My Health My Resources Youth Recovery Campus hosted by the Mavs Foundation in partnership with Coca-Cola being postponed to “a future date,” Scottish Rite for Children’s Treasure Street 2021 scheduled for Thursday, October 7, has been … [Read more...] about Mavs Foundation’s Dedication And Scottish Rite For Children’s Treasure Street Events Postponed
2021 HEB | Central Market Plano Balloon Festival And Run Is Sorta Canceled
While some organizations like the American Heart Association’s Côtes du Coeur are creating strict … make that uber-strict ... guidelines for their upcoming fundraisers to commence, the three-day HEB | Central Market Plano Balloon Festival and Run on Friday, September 17, to Sunday, September 19, has been partially canceled despite its being outdoors at Oak Point Park and Nature … [Read more...] about 2021 HEB | Central Market Plano Balloon Festival And Run Is Sorta Canceled
MySweetOpportunity: 2021 Healing Hands Luncheon
According to 2021 Healing Hands Luncheon Co-Chairs Gina and Ken Betts and Amy and Paul Wilson, "Healing Hands Ministries has changed its name to HHM Health to reflect the agency’s role in providing healthcare throughout the Dallas and surrounding areas. We are proud to serve as chairmen of an important inaugural event, especially during a time of uncertainty … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: 2021 Healing Hands Luncheon
MySweetOpportunity: Friends Of The Katy Trail’s 23rd Annual Katy Trail 5K
According to Friends of the Katy Trail Operations Director Lauren Whitson, “From health nut to beer gut, the 23rd Annual Katy 5K presented by Michelob Ultra is the run for everyone! Friends of the Katy Trail’s largest fundraiser of the year is back and we’re looking forward to seeing our energetic crowd on the evening of Thursday, September 9. “What sets this 5K … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: Friends Of The Katy Trail’s 23rd Annual Katy Trail 5K
2021 Parade Of Playhouses Showcases The Amazing Talents Of Area Builders And Designers
Dallas CASA's 2021 Parade of Playhouses started its 17-day march in NorthPark this morning, attracting attention from all generations. One gray-haired type declared, “They sure aren’t like the one I had.” While a young mother stood nearby discreetly nursing her infant, her toddler was perplexed by the Plexiglas barrier that lay between him the innards of one of the playhouses. … [Read more...] about 2021 Parade Of Playhouses Showcases The Amazing Talents Of Area Builders And Designers
JUST IN: Dallas Arboretum Will Be Blooming With Bargains For August Dollar Days
Alas, the Dallas Arboretum’s Cool Thursdays Concert Series is going on hiatus for July and August because the temperatures aren't going to be all that cool. But that certainly doesn’t mean that other activities will wilt away. There will still be cooking demonstrations at A Tasteful Place, the flowing water features like The Nancy Clements Seay Magnolia Glade, the ZimSculpt … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dallas Arboretum Will Be Blooming With Bargains For August Dollar Days