After years of culinary chefs holding court in the VNA with tours of the kitchen and presentations in the main room, its Celebrity Chef fundraiser went for a different feel — barbecue. On Thursday, April 4, longtime supporters found the difference from the moment they stepped out of their cars at the VNA Haggerty Kitchen. Instead of heading to the main … [Read more...] about VNA’s 2024 Celebrity Chef Aaron “Ultimate BBQ Pitmaster” Franklin Was Smoking Hot
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UPDATE: From Unwanted To TV Star, Operation Kindness’ Little Girl Is FOX 4’s “Pet Of The Week”
As reported on MySweetCharity, a couple of months ago a fella drove up to Dallas Animal Services to drop off a mom and her kids. A couple on the way into DAS took in two of the youngsters. But the mother and two other youngsters were handed over to DAS. Long story made a bit longer: Operation Kindness (OK) managed to have the 2½-year-old mother (aka Little Girl) and her kids … [Read more...] about UPDATE: From Unwanted To TV Star, Operation Kindness’ Little Girl Is FOX 4’s “Pet Of The Week”
JUST IN: Linda Custard To Serve As Presiding Chair For Celebrating Women Luncheon Silver Jubilee
As all North Texas non-profits were trying to beat the Easter Bunny with news, Baylor Scott and White Dallas Foundation (BSWDF) held a ladies lunch yesterday at a "local country club." But it wasn't just any gals in attendance. The group was made up of the past Celebrating Women Luncheon chairs (Pam Busbee, Christie Carter, Laura Downing, Tucker Enthoven, Fredye Factor, Ola … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Linda Custard To Serve As Presiding Chair For Celebrating Women Luncheon Silver Jubilee
Crystal Charity Ball Bus Tour Provided Committee Members With A Firsthand Look At 2024 Beneficiaries
Organizers were a bit concerned about the 2024 Crystal Charity Ball bus tour of its beneficiaries on Thursday, February 15. The problem was there were more committee members signing up than there was room. Luckily, at the last minute, a couple of ladies had to cancel, allowing for all to have a seat. Sponsored by Joan Eleazer and Layne Pitzer/Briggs Freeman| Sotheby's, the … [Read more...] about Crystal Charity Ball Bus Tour Provided Committee Members With A Firsthand Look At 2024 Beneficiaries
Dallas Service Forum’s Annual Luncheon To Celebrate 46 Years Of Supporting Area Agencies
In celebration of its 46 years of women volunteering their times and efforts for Dallas, Dallas Service Forum will be holding their annual luncheon, “A living Legacy Of Service And Giving,” with award-winning author and Executive Medicine Of Texas CEO Judy Gaman as their keynote speaker. The author of seven books, the national radio host “inspires her audiences with the … [Read more...] about Dallas Service Forum’s Annual Luncheon To Celebrate 46 Years Of Supporting Area Agencies
JUST IN: 2024 Crystal Charity Ball Dallas County Children’s Non-Profit Beneficiaries Revealed
Yesterday the 2024 Dallas County children’s non-profit finalists were making their final presentations with hopes of becoming the 2024 Crystal Charity Ball beneficiaries. With committee members listening and asking questions of the presenters, it was obvious that the community has some pretty amazing charities supporting its youngsters. Still, a decision had to be made on … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2024 Crystal Charity Ball Dallas County Children’s Non-Profit Beneficiaries Revealed
VolunteerNow’s Hearts Of Texas to Honor Randy Bowman, Community Partners Of Dallas And Lewisville ISD
In addition to being "National Volunteer Month," April might be declared “Fundraising Lunch Month” with North Texas noontime fundraisers springing up like bluebonnets. The latest entry in the food funders is VolunteerNow’s Hearts Of Texas Luncheon. Taking place on Thursday, April 18, at the Dallas Arts District Mansion, the event will have highlights including the … [Read more...] about VolunteerNow’s Hearts Of Texas to Honor Randy Bowman, Community Partners Of Dallas And Lewisville ISD
Dallas Historical Society’s Newly Renamed Dallas History Makers Awards For Excellence Luncheon Honors Nine
The Dallas Historical Society's annual awards for excellence luncheon invariably attracts a who's who of the region. And the 2023 edition, held at the Fairmont Hotel on Friday, November 17, kept the tradition going strong. While many of the event's 565 attendees gathered for a reception outside the hotel's International Ballroom — among them R. Gerald Turner, Dr. Carine … [Read more...] about Dallas Historical Society’s Newly Renamed Dallas History Makers Awards For Excellence Luncheon Honors Nine
Christ’s Family Clinic’s “Art Of Caring For Others Art Auction And Reception” To Feature Diane And Daryl Johnston
From private health insurance and insurance through their employers to government programs, folks seem to be bombarded with all types of healthcare options. While it’s so confusing how and what to sign up for, the opportunities are out there for those who qualify. But, what about those adults who are uninsured despite the passage of the Affordable Health Care Act in March … [Read more...] about Christ’s Family Clinic’s “Art Of Caring For Others Art Auction And Reception” To Feature Diane And Daryl Johnston
2023 Crystal Charity Ball Called It A “Wrap” With “Charm” And A Full House At Au Troisième
As the 2023 Crystal Charity Ball committee was within a month of ending the year of raising more than $$6,686,131 for the 2023 beneficiaries (After-School All-Stars, Buckner Children and Family Services, Fair Park First, Family Gateway, MetroCare Services, Salvation Army of North Texas and YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas), the members didn't just turn out for the Wrap Up Luncheon … [Read more...] about 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Called It A “Wrap” With “Charm” And A Full House At Au Troisième
JUST IN: Crystal Charity Ball Adds Seven New Members
Crystal Charity Ball 2024 Chair Cheryl Joyner has just announced the seven new members of the fundraising organization of volunteers who have raised more than $182M for Dallas County children’s non-profits since the organization's founding in 1952. The class of 2024 includes Katy Bock, Andrea Cheek, Isabell Novakov-Higginbotham, Christa Sanford, … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Crystal Charity Ball Adds Seven New Members