There always seemed to be a starry twinkle in the eyes of the late Nancy Hamon. Pity those who never had the opportunity to know her. Why, even in the years leading to her death in 2011 at the age of 92, she continued to have the type of aura that ingenues envy. Nancy was one of the last remnants of what Texas legends built. The "Dallas Morning News" described her as "the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: The Late Nancy And Jake Hamon’s Legendary Philanthropy Continues With $25M For New Pediatric Campus
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JUST IN: 2024 Texas Trailblazer Luncheon To Honor Jamie Williams With The Inaugural Paige Flink Icon Award
As The Family Place approaches its 28th Texas Trailblazer Award Luncheon on Friday, October 4, some additions have been made to the fundraiser's program. Luncheon Co-Chairs Lauren Black, Nakita Johnson, Clarisa Lindenmeyer and Lauren McKinnon along with Honorary Co-Chairs Lindsay and George Billingsley have announced the creation of the Paige Flink Inaugural Icon … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2024 Texas Trailblazer Luncheon To Honor Jamie Williams With The Inaugural Paige Flink Icon Award
Dawson B. Taylor Returns To North Texas As Turtle Creek Chorale Executive Director In November
Following its Rhapsody Gala with Cyndi Lauper, the Turtle Creek Chorale (TCC) has additional news. After "an extensive search," the Board of Directors has selected Dr. Dawson B. Taylor to follow Jeremy Wayne as executive director starting Friday, November 1. Far from being a stranger to North Texas or the Chorale, Dawson has served as executive minister of Cathedral of Hope … [Read more...] about Dawson B. Taylor Returns To North Texas As Turtle Creek Chorale Executive Director In November
Children’s Medical Center Auxiliary Past Presidents Celebrate Its $5M Gift For New Pediatric Hospital
Sometimes it pays to be the only fella at a ladies luncheon and that proved very true Wednesday at Park House. The gathering was for past presidents of the Women's Auxiliary of Children Medical Center Foundation Dallas. As for the lone gent, it was the Foundation President Brent Christopher. Over the past six decades the Auxiliary has grown in membership that today is … [Read more...] about Children’s Medical Center Auxiliary Past Presidents Celebrate Its $5M Gift For New Pediatric Hospital
MySweetOpportunity: Boys And Girls Club Of Greater Dallas
According to Boys And Girls Clubs Of Greater Dallas Anniversary Advisors and Advocates Gina and Ken Betts, “Imagine a place where who you are, where you are from or the circumstances that surround you don’t determine your access to experiences or opportunities. Through your support, Boys And Girls Clubs are making that vision a reality — in your community and communities … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: Boys And Girls Club Of Greater Dallas
Roundup For Autism’s Inaugural Barry Corbin Grit And Generosity Award To Honor The Late Keith Maddox
Barry Corbin exemplifies the words “grit” and “generosity.” True, it was years ago when someone approached him in the Dallas Arts District and asked him a question. Barry snorted, “Check my IMBD.” But, shoot! That was so Barry. He’s the "doesn't suffer fools" type with a Texas accent that directors time and again have sought in such TV shows and movies as “Northern … [Read more...] about Roundup For Autism’s Inaugural Barry Corbin Grit And Generosity Award To Honor The Late Keith Maddox
JUST IN: Merrilee Kick’s Thesis Resulted In A $30M Gift For TWU’s Business College
If ever there was an inspiration for getting an education, Texas Woman’s University (TWU) Alumna Merrilee Kick is it. It was while Merrilee was earning her MBA from TWU’s business college in Denton in 2009 that she wrote her thesis that ended up becoming the business plan for her Carrollton-based Buzzballz/Southern Champion. The company “became the only woman-owned … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Merrilee Kick’s Thesis Resulted In A $30M Gift For TWU’s Business College
Dallas Holocaust And Human Rights And Frontiers Of Flight Museums Partner Up For The Right Stuff
As folks are in that between time of leaving for summer vacations and preparing for school to start, the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum and Frontiers Of Flight Museum have come up with a great partnership. Until Labor Day (aka Monday, September 2) the two museums are doing a 2-fer. Called "Right Stuff," a discounted fee of $27 for adults and $20 for … [Read more...] about Dallas Holocaust And Human Rights And Frontiers Of Flight Museums Partner Up For The Right Stuff
JUST IN: CPD’s Change Is Good Is Going To Be Gourd-geous At NorthPark’s Inaugural Pumpkin Patch
Community Partners of Dallas' (CPD) 2024 Change Is Good has a trick and a treat in store this year. While the annual fundraiser will once again have munchkins collecting all types of coins and bucks in the months ahead, it also will be helping kick off NorthPark’s inaugural Pumpkin Patch in the CenterPark Garden on Sunday, October 13. Thanks to NorthPark's renowned … [Read more...] about JUST IN: CPD’s Change Is Good Is Going To Be Gourd-geous At NorthPark’s Inaugural Pumpkin Patch
Crystal Charity Ball Former Chairmen Learned How One Of Their Own Had ♥-ed NY
When one becomes a Crystal Charity Ball chair, the past years of fundraising tales tend to become word-of-mouth, hand-me-downs. It is at the annual former chairmen's supper when memories are shared and compared. But somewhere along the line, one of the CCB chair's legendary accomplishments in the world of advertising and the international flair of her ball had been remembered … [Read more...] about Crystal Charity Ball Former Chairmen Learned How One Of Their Own Had ♥-ed NY
JUST IN: New Friends New Life Luncheon To Feature A Chat With Camila And Matthew McConaughey
Anyone who has been on board for the 2024 Paris Olympics didn't need a passport or to budge from their North Texas comfort zone. All they did was embrace NBC and its Peacock cousin coverage. In addition to the Texas claims to silver and gold like Asher Hong, Simone Biles and other champs on the platform, the galleries have been filled with all types of well-known celebrities … [Read more...] about JUST IN: New Friends New Life Luncheon To Feature A Chat With Camila And Matthew McConaughey