When Dallas City Council person Jennifer Staubach Gates accepted the Virginia Chandler Dykes Award at the TWU Dallas Leadership Luncheon on Thursday, February 20, she almost choked up. But thanks to a secret handed down from her father/former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Roger Staubach, she rallied on and "steelered" the day. Here's a report from the field: A sold-out … [Read more...] about 2020 Virginia Chandler Dykes Awardee Jennifer Staubach Gates Calls On The Steelers For Help
Bob White
MySweetCharity Opportunity: 2019 Partners Card
According to 2019 Partners Card Co-Chair Nina Sachse, On behalf of The Family Place, my Co-Chairs Rachel Michell, Stephanie Seay and I are grateful to be leading the charge of Partners Card 2019, the beloved event that brings DFW together to save money and save lives. Along with Honorary Chair Robert Weatherly and our fabulous committee, we are excited to support The Family … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: 2019 Partners Card
2019 Partner’s Card Program Kicks Off With A Trio Of Chairs At Highland Park Village’s Market
The Family Place's signature fundraising Partners Card program kicked off with a shopfest at Market in Highland Park Village on Tuesday, May 21, with the 2019 co-chairs being Rachel Michell, Nina Sachse and Stephanie Seay and NorthPark Ambassador for The Family Place Robert Weatherly as honorary chair. BTW, the cards officially go on sale Wednesday, September 4. Here's a report … [Read more...] about 2019 Partner’s Card Program Kicks Off With A Trio Of Chairs At Highland Park Village’s Market
More Than 300 Salute The Wilkinson Center At The Nonprofit’s 7th Annual Can Do! Luncheon
Wilkinson Center Executive Director Anne Reeder neatly summed up the idea behind the nonprofit's 7th Annual Can Do! awards luncheon at the Dallas Country Club on Monday, March 4. "I once heard a minister say that God is constantly broadcasting messages, but not everyone has their radios on," Anne said, looking out over the crowd of 320. "But the entrepreneurs and … [Read more...] about More Than 300 Salute The Wilkinson Center At The Nonprofit’s 7th Annual Can Do! Luncheon
Dale Petroskey Is Man Of The Hour At 17th Annual Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award Luncheon
Now in its 17th year, the Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award luncheon has raised more than $700,000 in scholarships for students at Texas Woman's University. The luncheon held on Wednesday, February 27, at the Belo Mansion bolstered that total, as nearly 300 people turned out to honor Dale Petroskey, this year's Leadership Award winner, and five scholarship award … [Read more...] about Dale Petroskey Is Man Of The Hour At 17th Annual Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award Luncheon
17th Annual Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Honoree Is Named At Park City Club Reception
When about 50 people gathered at the Park City Club on Tuesday, November 13, to find out who would receive the 17th Annual Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award benefiting Texas Woman's University, the turnout of past recipients of the award was impressive indeed. Among them were Norm Bagwell, who corralled the honor in 2018; Dr. Stephen Mansfield (2017); Ralph Hawkins … [Read more...] about 17th Annual Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Honoree Is Named At Park City Club Reception
Spirit of Generations Luncheon Served Up “Little Known Facts” About Honorees Sandra And Henry Estess
On Wednesday, October 31, just before noon, the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons organizers were setting up their booth for their annual meeting from November 1-4. Ironically, The Senior Source’s Spirit of Generations Luncheon VIP reception was taking place in the Chantilly Room. The irony wasn’t lost on one guest, who laughed as he entered the reception in the … [Read more...] about Spirit of Generations Luncheon Served Up “Little Known Facts” About Honorees Sandra And Henry Estess
Brain Performance Institute Provides Vets And First Responders With Assistance In Dealing With Work-Related Stress
Bob White is a banker. He’s a very successful banker holding the title of Bank of Texas The Private Bank Dallas Market Executive. So what was he doing at the Brain Performance Institute on Thursday, July 26, at noon? Why wasn’t he enjoying cooler temperatures in Aspen, Napa or the Hamptons? He was part of the Brain Performance Institute's Warrior Initiative luncheon that … [Read more...] about Brain Performance Institute Provides Vets And First Responders With Assistance In Dealing With Work-Related Stress
‘Old-School Banker’ Norm Bagwell Accepts The 16th Annual Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award At Belo Mansion And Pavilion
Banker and civic leader Norman P. Bagwell couldn't have been more gracious receiving the 16th Annual Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award presented by Bank of Texas and Texas Woman's University and the Texas Woman's University Foundation. Referring to himself an "old-school banker" during his brief talk at the Belo Mansion and Pavilion on February 21, Bagwell said he's … [Read more...] about ‘Old-School Banker’ Norm Bagwell Accepts The 16th Annual Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award At Belo Mansion And Pavilion
The Family Place’s 2017 Partners Card Team Celebrates Its 25th Anniversary With Another $1M+ Banner Year
Having recovered from shopping overload with deep discounts, The Family Place's 2017 Partners Card Co-Chairs Brynn Bagot Allday and Jennifer Burns, their sponsors and committee members had the Dallas skyline in the background as they celebrated their million-dollar plus haul on Thursday, January 25, at Dec on Dragon. Here's a report from the field: Over 150 guests overlooked … [Read more...] about The Family Place’s 2017 Partners Card Team Celebrates Its 25th Anniversary With Another $1M+ Banner Year
2017 Crystal Charity Ball Theme – “Evening In The Alps” – Announced At Jan And Trevor Rees-Jones’ Frank Lloyd Wright-Inspired Estate
The Crystal Charity Ball theme announcement party generally attracts 60-75 guests. But on Thursday, May 4, the headcount was just shy of 200. Well, yeah! After years of designing and construction, Jan and Trevor Rees-Jones had made their 15,000-square-foot home the site of the 2017 CCB theme announcement, and even the most stay-at-home types weren’t going to miss this … [Read more...] about 2017 Crystal Charity Ball Theme – “Evening In The Alps” – Announced At Jan And Trevor Rees-Jones’ Frank Lloyd Wright-Inspired Estate