Word just arrived that tomorrow (Wednesday) night’s Dallas Symphony Orchestra League debutante announcement dinner at the Dallas Country Club has been canceled. DSOL Presentation Ball Chair Mari Epperson and DSOL President Anne Ligon have also made a change in the ball itself. Instead of it taking place on the original date of Saturday, February 13, they’ve moved it to … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2021 Dallas Symphony Orchestra League Deb Announcement Dinner Canceled
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JUST IN: Cattle Baron’s Ball Frosh Class Of 2021 Announced
After presenting a check for $1,413,213 to the American Cancer Society for cancer research in North Texas raised from the year of a non-ball, 2020/2021 Cattle Baron’s Ball Co-Chairs Diana Hamilton and Heather Randall are back in the fundraising saddle. To get things galloping along, they’ve announced the new members of their 100 all-gal posse. The newbies include the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Cattle Baron’s Ball Frosh Class Of 2021 Announced
JUST IN: H100 Latina Giving Circle Celebrates First Year By Providing $125K for DFW Latinas
More good news emanating from a Texas Women’s Foundation fund. This time it’s from H100 Latina Giving Circle. Established just a year ago by Hispanic 100 Network, its purpose is to “further engage Latinas in philanthropy, and to expand resources for local organizations whose mission is to empower, educate and support Latinas in the Dallas/Fort Worth area.” According to H100 … [Read more...] about JUST IN: H100 Latina Giving Circle Celebrates First Year By Providing $125K for DFW Latinas
Richardson/Plano Kappa Delta Alumnae Chapter Provides Support For Family Compass Clients And Staff
The ladies of the Richardson/Plano Kappa Delta Alumnae Chapter (RPKDAC) know how to show some love to nonprofits. Without being asked, they “applied for and received a $7,000 KiDs Grant from the Kappa Delta Foundation” for Family Compass’ “Growing as Parents” program in Dallas and Collin counties. As RPKDAC Community Service VP Gail Chandler put it, “We need Family … [Read more...] about Richardson/Plano Kappa Delta Alumnae Chapter Provides Support For Family Compass Clients And Staff
October 26 Update: Going Virtual Instead Of Traditional In-Person, In-Person And Rescheduled
With COVID-19 battling with political candidates for headlines, North Texas nonprofits are still marching straight ahead with fundraising events. So far, there are changes in plans but no cancellations. Here’s today’s latest update: Going Virtual Instead Of Traditional In-Person Aspire's “Toast To Literacy” will be online on Thursday, October 29 Camp Sweeney’s … [Read more...] about October 26 Update: Going Virtual Instead Of Traditional In-Person, In-Person And Rescheduled
2020 Celebrating Women’s Weekly Video: Community Care Clinics
In the 2020 Celebrating Women’s final video presentation before the virtual Dr. Oz conversation with Dr. Lucy Wallace next Wednesday, CW Chair Peggy Meyer and Underwriting Chair Jill Tananbaum wanted to emphasize how the annual Baylor Scott And White Dallas Foundation fundraiser supports the women of Dallas’ underserved communities. Thanks to Baylor Scott And White Community … [Read more...] about 2020 Celebrating Women’s Weekly Video: Community Care Clinics
Texas Women’s Foundation’s 2021 Leadership Awards Nominations Are Now Available
While thumbing through your collection of friends for holiday cards and gifts, betcha that you’ll spot quite a few outstanding women. Some have even been “blazing trails in leadership and creating a path for other women to follow.” Why not take the time to let them know that their efforts have not gone unnoticed? Sure, a phone call and a letter might be nice, but think … [Read more...] about Texas Women’s Foundation’s 2021 Leadership Awards Nominations Are Now Available
JUST IN: The Orchid Giving Circle Virtually Distributes $202,000 In Grants To13 Nonprofits
The Orchid Giving Circle ladies really know how to end the week on a high note. Minutes ago they virtually presented $202,000 in grants to the following 13 nonprofits: Asian and Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund (APIA): Scholarships Chetna: Culturally specific services to South Asian victims of domestic violence including legal services, develop skills in the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: The Orchid Giving Circle Virtually Distributes $202,000 In Grants To13 Nonprofits
2020 Celebrating Women’s Weekly Video: Baylor Scott And White’s Texas Immuno-Oncology Biorepository
When it comes to fundraising for health, there’s always a lot of emphasis placed on the need for research. Baylor Scott And White Dallas Foundation 2020 Celebrating Women Chair Peggy Meyer and Underwriting Chair Jill Tananbaum recognized the importance of strides made in the battle against breast cancer thanks to such funding. For Celebrating Women’s series of videos to help … [Read more...] about 2020 Celebrating Women’s Weekly Video: Baylor Scott And White’s Texas Immuno-Oncology Biorepository
JUST IN: Texas Women’s Foundation’s Virtual 35th Annual Luncheon Nets A For-Real $800,000
The naysayers may pooh-pooh virtual events during these times, but the Texas Women’s Foundation has the moolah to prove otherwise. Thanks to their virtual 35th Annual Luncheon presented by Toyota on Tuesday September 29, they were able to net … not just raise, but net ... $800,000 for TWF’s Resilience Fund. But then how could you lose with Toyota VP/Chief Procurement … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Texas Women’s Foundation’s Virtual 35th Annual Luncheon Nets A For-Real $800,000
2020 Celebrating Women’s Weekly Video: Baylor Scott And White’s High-Risk Breast Program
Earlier this year, Baylor Scott And White Health launched the "High-risk Breast Program” thanks to generous support from Celebrating Women. It was developed because "up to 15% of women are high-risk for developing breast cancer and unaware." Already, 400 women who had a mammogram were notified of their risk of developing breast cancer and provided additional screening … [Read more...] about 2020 Celebrating Women’s Weekly Video: Baylor Scott And White’s High-Risk Breast Program