With a chill in the air, North Texans were briskly heading to fundraising luncheons on Thursday, November 22, as the countdown for Thanksgiving got underway. While The Salvation Army Of North Texas held its “Doing The Most Good Luncheon” at the Hilton Anatole, the Dallas Historical Society’s (DHS) History Maker Luncheon saluted a wide variety of leaders and organizations at The … [Read more...] about DHS 2024 History Maker Luncheon Celebrated Honorees Looking To The Future Inspired By The Past
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2024 Obelisk Awards Luncheon Was A Group Hug For Artists, Businesses And Philanthropists
When the late Ray Nasher created Business Council for the Arts, his aim was to bring together the North Texas arts groups with the business community. As proof of his mission succeeding, BCA holds the annual Obelisk Awards Luncheon recognizing individuals and organizations for their contributions. This year’s luncheon at the JW Marriott Dallas Arts District on Thursday, … [Read more...] about 2024 Obelisk Awards Luncheon Was A Group Hug For Artists, Businesses And Philanthropists
MySweetWishList: Kroger’s End Hunger Here
According to Kroger Dallas Division Corporate Affairs Director John Votava, "Kroger’s Dallas Division and The Kroger Co. Zero Hunger Zero Waste Foundation have just kicked off the holidays with our annual community hunger campaign, End Hunger Here. The company is aiming to raise $500,000 in cash donations this year – which translates to 1.5 million meals, in partnership with … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Kroger’s End Hunger Here
JUST IN: Business Council For The Arts’ Obelisk Awardees Class Of 2024 Revealed
Business Council For the Arts CEO Stacie Wheelock Adams has just revealed the 2024 recipients of the Obelisk Awards. Presented by Capital One on Thursday, November 14, at the JW Marriott Dallas Arts District, the 2024 Obelisk Awards Luncheon will honor the following individuals and organizations: Visionary Non-profit Arts Leader – Samuel S. Holland, PhD. Dean … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Business Council For The Arts’ Obelisk Awardees Class Of 2024 Revealed
JUST IN: Dallas Mavs To Receive Jan And Judge Barefoot Sanders Champion Of Children Award
For ages the Dallas Mavericks have been on board supporting Dallas CASA's mission "to protect children, restore childhood and help child victims of abuse or neglect achieve their full potential." From creating incredible mini-showhouses for its Parade of Playhouses annually at NorthPark to having Maverick's CEO Cynt Marshall on its board, the Mavs have been beyond more than … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dallas Mavs To Receive Jan And Judge Barefoot Sanders Champion Of Children Award
TWU Dallas Campus Celebrated President Monica Christopher’s Installation With New And Old Friends
Texas Woman's University Dallas Campus was brimming with activity on the morning of Wednesday, March 27. As three women stood talking on the second floor of the T. Boone Pickens Institute of Health Sciences-Dallas Center, it was the lull before the long-awaited official installation of the Dallas campus' first president. From all appearances, the trio were students talking … [Read more...] about TWU Dallas Campus Celebrated President Monica Christopher’s Installation With New And Old Friends
MySweetWishList: Family Compass Home For The Holidays
According to Family Compass Communications Manager Kyla Lynch, “Our goal at Family Compass has remained the same since our founding 31 years ago – to uplift families and protect children. “Being in a healthy and happy home means everything, especially at this special time of the year. We are excited to celebrate with families served at our annual Holiday Party on … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Family Compass Home For The Holidays
MySweetWishList: After-School All-Stars North Texas
According to After-School All-Stars North Texas advocates Marybeth and Kevin Conlon, “After-School All-Stars (ASAS) is the largest national organization, with a strong local presence, that specifically focuses on serving middle school age students. As ASAS’ name recognition grows in North Texas, we are working diligently to demonstrate the need for the programming that … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: After-School All-Stars North Texas
2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Raise Your Game
According to Raise Your Game Founder Mikel Ray, “While everyone is different, Raise Your Game recognizes that each person has God-given abilities. Raise Your Game believes all children should receive the encouragement, guidance, and leadership needed to realize their dreams. Basketball is our tool. The mission of Raise Your Game is to make a positive difference in the … [Read more...] about 2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Raise Your Game
Dallas Mavs Score A Luka Dončić Basket Of Goodies For Dallas CASA Parade Of Playhouses
As the hours whittle down to Sunday’s end of the Dallas CASA 2024 Parade of Playhouses at NorthPark Center, some folks have been wondering where the Dallas Mavs entry was. Leave it to the Mavs to do things differently. Instead of doing a playhouse for a background, they’re providing a playful "The Luka Dončić Prize Package" that earned the code name “I Love Luka!” The winner … [Read more...] about Dallas Mavs Score A Luka Dončić Basket Of Goodies For Dallas CASA Parade Of Playhouses
Area Weather And Slo-Mo Valets Didn’t Dampen Rising Stars Keynoter Dirk Nowitzki And Awardee Gina Betts
2023 Rising Stars Luncheon had a lot going for it. Not only did it benefit After-School All-Stars North Texas (ASAS), it was honoring longtime supporter Gina Betts as well as having North Texas true-[Mavs] blue German transplant Dirk Nowitzki on stage for a chat with Voice of the Dallas Mavs Mark Followill. While past ASAS events had been held at Brook Hollow and Northwood, … [Read more...] about Area Weather And Slo-Mo Valets Didn’t Dampen Rising Stars Keynoter Dirk Nowitzki And Awardee Gina Betts