2021 Maura Women Helping Women and Young Leaders Awards Co-Chairs Jana Etheridge and Hattie Hill are putting a special polish on the Texas Women’s Foundation celebration. The virtual event on Thursday, April 29, will be $42 to attend in honor of the annual fundraiser’s 42nd anniversary presented by AT&T. Interestingly, the keynote speaker will be Girls in Tech … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Maura Women Helping Women And Young Women Leaders Awards’ Keynoter And Awardees Announced
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A Writer’s Garden Literary Symposium And Luncheon Was A “Fine” Experience With A Virtual “Farmer”
As the holidays neared, the Women's Council of the Dallas Arboretum served up a feast for the eyes and tastebuds at its annual A Writer's Garden Literary Symposium and Luncheon on Tuesday November 17. Because of the COVID-19 requirements, the accessories of the day were masks that complemented outfits and face shields that showcased faces. Some guests like Vaughan Gross, Pat … [Read more...] about A Writer’s Garden Literary Symposium And Luncheon Was A “Fine” Experience With A Virtual “Farmer”
Go Red For Women Safely Continues Its Mission To Keep Women’s Hearts Healthy And Ticking
With February just around the corner, the two things that are guaranteed are St. Valentine’s Day and the American Heart Association's Go Red For Women. While St. V-Day sets hearts fluttering, Go Red wants to keep hearts healthy, especially among women. According to Dallas Go Red For Women Executive Leadership Team Chair Susan Wetzel, “Heart disease and stroke can affect … [Read more...] about Go Red For Women Safely Continues Its Mission To Keep Women’s Hearts Healthy And Ticking
Nexus Recovery Center Celebrates 50th Anniversary With A 50 For 50 Campaign
As Nexus Recovery Center enters its 50th anniversary year of serving as a specialized substance use disorder treatment service for women, supporters have carved out a hefty goal to celebrate this milestone occasion. Called Nexus 50 for 50 Anniversary, it is a campaign to “raise at least 50 gifts of $50K each.” That's a whopping $2.5M. Campaign Co-chairs Jan Madigan … [Read more...] about Nexus Recovery Center Celebrates 50th Anniversary With A 50 For 50 Campaign
January 19 Update: Going Virtual, Rescheduled And Transformed
As the COVID-19 continues its onslaught and vaccinations are being distributed, so the North Texas nonprofits adjust and accommodate the ever-changing demands of scheduling for the best of supporters and efforts. Here is a slew of changes to mark on your calendar: Going Virtual Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of North Texas’ St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon on … [Read more...] about January 19 Update: Going Virtual, Rescheduled And Transformed
JUST IN: Crystal Charity Ball’s Six New Members Announced For 2021
2021 Crystal Charity Ball Chair Leslie Diers just revealed the organization's new members that include Kristi Francis, Melinda Knowles, Lisa Shirley, Candace Swango, Charmaine Tang and Kay Weeks. Heading up the CCB Membership Committee was 2016 CCB Chair Christie Carter, who was joined by committee members/former CCB chairs Claire Emanuelson (2018), … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Crystal Charity Ball’s Six New Members Announced For 2021
JUST IN: Award-Winning Octavia Spencer To Keynote 2021 Virtual Genesis Annual Luncheon
In search of a perfect Mother’s Day gift? How about lunching with an Academy Award-winning actress? That’s what 2021 Genesis Annual Luncheon Co-Chairs Fran Maddox and Megan Steinbach have lined up. On Friday, May 7, (aka the Friday before Mother’s Day), they’ve arranged to have Octavia Spencer as the keynote speaker. While the 5’2” actress has been in the entertainment … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Award-Winning Octavia Spencer To Keynote 2021 Virtual Genesis Annual Luncheon
January 8 Update: Cancellation, Going Virtual and Rescheduled
There is no reality show that could hold a whisper compared to this past week. From pandemic to politics, the world seemed to be suffering a dizzying migraine. However, the North Texas nonprofits were continuing to amaze even skeptics, maneuvering to do their best as 2021 began. A year ago at this time, the calendars were like a sumptuous buffet of events with high hopes of … [Read more...] about January 8 Update: Cancellation, Going Virtual and Rescheduled
NCJW Greater Dallas’ 108th Birthday Luncheon With Former CIA’s Tracy “Malibu Barbie” Walder Transitions To A Virtual Experience
To all the world Tracy Walder looks like the All-American girl, and she is… to a degree. Sure, the California blonde was a sorority gal (Delta Gamma to be specific) and was studying at the University of Southern California. But her predictable life course changed when she attended a job fair where she met a CIA recruiter. After graduating from USC with a degree in history, she … [Read more...] about NCJW Greater Dallas’ 108th Birthday Luncheon With Former CIA’s Tracy “Malibu Barbie” Walder Transitions To A Virtual Experience
JUST IN: DSOL’s 2021 Presentation Ball May Have Been Canceled But Will Bow Again In 2022
With the arrival of the new year comes news from all types. Unfortunately, the first is the cancellation of an event that raises a heck of a lot of money. Late last year Dallas Symphony Orchestra League President Anne Ligon and DSOL’s 2021 Presentation Ball Chair Mari Epperson announced that the formal presentation ball at the Meyerson on Saturday, February 13, would be … [Read more...] about JUST IN: DSOL’s 2021 Presentation Ball May Have Been Canceled But Will Bow Again In 2022
2020 Celebrating Women Didn’t Let COVID-19 Overshadow Mission Against Its Breast Cancer
Back on Wednesday, October 28, it was one of those cold fall days with the high only 45 degrees and wet stuff falling all over. If ever there was a time when an event benefited from being virtual, it was the day’s Baylor Scott And White Dallas Foundation's 2020 Celebrating Women benefiting Baylor Scott And White Health’s battle against breast cancer. Over the past 20 years, the … [Read more...] about 2020 Celebrating Women Didn’t Let COVID-19 Overshadow Mission Against Its Breast Cancer