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MySweetWishList: Ability Connection

Dec 28, 2022 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

According to Ability Connection Board Member and advocate Debbie Francis, “We believe generosity can transform the world! Partner with Ability Connection, and together, let’s create a world of inclusion for people with disabilities. There are many ways to give to Ability Connection, other than mailing your donation to our Dallas office. “Give securely online.  Ability … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Ability Connection

Vine and Dine’s “A Night In Napa” Overcame An Icy Delay To Raise Funds For Ability Connection

May 17, 2022 3:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

2021/2022 Vine And Dine Co-Chairs Kara Sewell and Kimber Westphall weren't going to let the pandemic restrictions and February's ice story prevent them from holding their Ability Connection fundraiser. So, they just moved their "A Night In Napa" to Thursday, April 14. But instead of heading west to California's Napa Valley, they brought Napa to The Hall on Dragon complete with … [Read more...] about Vine and Dine’s “A Night In Napa” Overcame An Icy Delay To Raise Funds For Ability Connection

POSTPONED: Tonight’s Vine And Dine

Feb 24, 2022 11:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

Well, it appears that Mother Nature got the best of tonight’s Vine and Dine. Despite yesterday's claim to carry on and the best efforts of the Ability Connection fundraiser organizers, the day's treacherous conditions of frigid temperatures and icy roads forced the last-minute postponement of the event scheduled to take place at The Hall On Dragon. While the news is … [Read more...] about POSTPONED: Tonight’s Vine And Dine

Vine And Dine Is On For Thursday Night With Auction Items Ripe For Paddling

Feb 23, 2022 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Despite today’s freezing temperatures, the 2022 Vine And Dine’s “A Night In Napa” is all systems go for the Ability Connection fundraiser Thursday night at The Hall on Dragon. To gin up the excitement of the night's live auction, organizers have had the luxury packages previewed  online . While the goodies range from NorthPark’s Eataly cooking class and spa treatments … [Read more...] about Vine And Dine Is On For Thursday Night With Auction Items Ripe For Paddling

MySweetWishList Ability: Connection’s Vine And Dine

Dec 28, 2021 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

According to Vine And Dine Co-Chairs Kara Sewell and Kimber Westphall Clonts, “Ability Connection’s mission is to enrich the lives of people with disabilities…one person at a time. “After careful consideration, we chose to postpone the 13th Annual Vine And Dine until Thursday, February 24, at The Hall on Dragon. This was not an easy decision. However, given the … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList Ability: Connection’s Vine And Dine

UPDATE October 15: Rescheduled

Oct 15, 2021 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

With the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving looking as busy as the State Fair's Midway, a couple of November fundraisers are shifting their plans to better dates on the calendar. Ironically, both evening, in-person events were originally scheduled for Thursday, November 4. March of Dimes' Signature Chefs Auction scheduled for Thursday, November 4, at VenueForty|50 has … [Read more...] about UPDATE October 15: Rescheduled

MySweetOpportunity: 2021 Vine And Dine

Aug 20, 2021 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

According to 2021 Vine And Dine Co-Chair Kara Sewell, “Ability Connection, a 67-year-old nonprofit organization serves more than 700 people with all types of intellectual or other developmental disabilities across Texas. “The charity’s ‘Core Values of Compassion, Respect and Results’ drives them to provide world class services for their members and their families … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: 2021 Vine And Dine

Kara Sewell And Kimber Westphall Clonts Have Personal Reasons To Co-Chair 2021 Vine And Dine

Aug 2, 2021 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

WFAA's "Daybreak" Co-Anchor Kara Sewell’s only challenge in life may seem getting up way too early at 1:30 a.m. weekdays. But there’s a person in Kara's life who has provided a greater-than-usual incentive to co-chair the 13th Annual Vine And Diner fundraiser for Dallas’ Ability Connection. It was her Aunt Penny, who was born developmentally delayed. As a child she suffered … [Read more...] about Kara Sewell And Kimber Westphall Clonts Have Personal Reasons To Co-Chair 2021 Vine And Dine

Crystal Charity Ball’s 2020 Online Silent Auction Has Gone Live and Lively

Dec 2, 2020 3:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Just minutes after Crystal Charity Ball’s 2020 silent auction online bidding opened this morning at 9 a.m., the virtual paddles were being raised. From early looks, it appears that the jewelry items are glittering with bids with travel packages coming in second. Evidently folks want to twinkle and to get away for a break. And while the bidding is online until 5 p.m. … [Read more...] about Crystal Charity Ball’s 2020 Online Silent Auction Has Gone Live and Lively

Roll-Out Plans For 2020 Crystal Charity Ball Raffle And Online Silent Auction Items Announced

Nov 16, 2020 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

While the 2020 Crystal Charity Ball will not be filling the Hilton Anatole Chantilly Ballroom on Saturday, December 5, with a bevy of beautiful people in couture gowns and custom-made tuxedos, there will still be plenty of fundraising action for manicured nails. Thanks to shifting directions, 2020 CCB committee of 100 has arranged to have the silent auction of more than 500 … [Read more...] about Roll-Out Plans For 2020 Crystal Charity Ball Raffle And Online Silent Auction Items Announced

JUST IN: 2020 Crystal Charity Ball Ten Best Dressed Fashion Show Raffle Winners Announced

Sep 28, 2020 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Despite the 2020 Crystal Charity Ball Ten Best Dressed Fashion Show's being canceled, the event's raffle continued on because many contribution tickets had been purchased. Why, Raffle Chair Kim Hext's committee sold a record-breaking $60,000 worth of tickets. And it’s not surprising since the three items were treasures from NorthPark Center and Neiman Marcus … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2020 Crystal Charity Ball Ten Best Dressed Fashion Show Raffle Winners Announced

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