While the past year may have put a spotlight on heroes who stepped up in the pandemic battle to provide healthcare, food, shelter and comfort, North Texas is no stranger to such selfless types. One group that has gained national recognition and become a pride of joy is Children’s Health. From the highly trained medical experts and researchers, compassionate volunteers, generous … [Read more...] about Children’s Health’s Red Balloon League Is Recruiting Team Members For Upcoming Cape Day
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Communities Foundation Of Texas Gave Susan Swan Smith An Outdoor Send-Off As She Moves To Head Up My Possibilities Foundation
As North Texas is slowly opening up, today marked the officially closing of the books for Communities Foundation of Texas’ Chief Giving Day Officer Susan Swan Smith. After a decade of rallying her North Texas Giving Day team to provide an astonishing $342M+ for North Texas non-profits, plus creating a pop-up effort that garnered nearly $80M for non-profits impacted by COVID-19, … [Read more...] about Communities Foundation Of Texas Gave Susan Swan Smith An Outdoor Send-Off As She Moves To Head Up My Possibilities Foundation
9th Annual Legacy of Love To Fashionably Fundraise On The Catwalk With Safety In Mind
Despite the mask mandate being lifted today, North Texas fundraisers are still proceeding cautiously. That is especially true with the events benefiting healthcare services and programs. For instance, the Women’s Auxiliary to Children’s Medical Center Plano will hold its Legacy of Love Benefit and Fashion Show on Thursday, April 8, at 6:30 p.m. But it will be presented … [Read more...] about 9th Annual Legacy of Love To Fashionably Fundraise On The Catwalk With Safety In Mind
Catherine And Gino Sabatini Showed Their Thanks In A Million Ways For Saving Their Son Roman’s Life
Catherine and Gino Sabatini didn’t just write a thank-you note when it came to the health of their son Roman Sabatini. But first, the backstory. It was back in 2018 when 16-year-old Roman started having headaches, rashes and a lingering cough. At one point during a Colorado ski vacation, he complained of stomach pains. Scared that it was a case of appendicitis, he was rushed … [Read more...] about Catherine And Gino Sabatini Showed Their Thanks In A Million Ways For Saving Their Son Roman’s Life
MySweetWishList: Children’s Medical Center Foundation
According to Children’s Medical Center Foundation President Brent Christopher, “There’s no question that 2020 has been quite the year. We’ve seen a global pandemic, a chaotic presidential election, shifts to remote learning and other disruptive events. They’ve all contributed to rising stress levels, general anxiety and other mental health challenges for children and adults … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Children’s Medical Center Foundation
NorthPark’s Legendary Santa To Virtually Visit With Youngsters To Raise Funds For Children’s Health
Despite the pandemic and all the worries of the 2020 elections, there is one fella who exudes happiness for children and their parents. Yup, you guessed it. It's the elf known for his white beard, jolly laugh and red-and-white outfit highlighted with black belt and boots — Santa Claus. For 32 years NorthPark’s Santa has compared notes with area children and years later … [Read more...] about NorthPark’s Legendary Santa To Virtually Visit With Youngsters To Raise Funds For Children’s Health
JUST IN: Hamon Charitable Foundation Provides Children’s Medical Center Foundation With A $7.5M Match Challenge
The late Nancy and Jake Hamon were the poster couple of Texas legends. Jake made his money as an independent wildcatter and Nancy was the hostess who set the bar in these parts. An invitation to a Hamon party was like winning the lottery. But as great as their reputations were in business and society, their philanthropy totally outshone all else. Over the years, such local … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Hamon Charitable Foundation Provides Children’s Medical Center Foundation With A $7.5M Match Challenge
JUST IN: Hyundai Hope On Wheels “Hands” Over $300K To Children’s Medical Center Foundation For Dr. Samuel John’s Research
The annual Hyundai Hope On Wheels check presentation at Children’s Medical Center Dallas is far from the stuffy suits-on usually associated with such photo occasions. While a generous check is handed over, it’s the cancer-surviving kids hand-printing a brand new white Hyundai who literally steal the show. However, this year’s COVID-19 compliance created a different … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Hyundai Hope On Wheels “Hands” Over $300K To Children’s Medical Center Foundation For Dr. Samuel John’s Research
MySweetEssential: Children’s Health℠
According to Children’s Medical Center Foundation President Brent Christopher, For more than 100 years, Children’s Health has earned the trust and support of our North Texas community by providing the highest possible care, researching life-saving cures and being a champion for community-wide health and wellness. As a nonprofit pediatric health care system, generous … [Read more...] about MySweetEssential: Children’s Health℠
What A Beautiful Day To Choose A Virtual Red Balloon Run And Ride For Children’s
To say it’s a beautiful day is an understatement. Perhaps for once Mother Nature is happy watching people running, walking and cycling around the area in bright red shirts. It’s all a part of the 10th annual Red Balloon Run and Ride fundraiser. Despite not being held at one gathering spot and along one route because of COVID-19, the event is taking place throughout … [Read more...] about What A Beautiful Day To Choose A Virtual Red Balloon Run And Ride For Children’s
2020 Red Balloon Run And Ride For Children’s To Virtually Take Place Saturday, April 25
Thanks to COVID-19 precautions, folks have had to adapt to new ways of living, working and playing together. You used to get together with pals at a patio bar for drinks. Now you Facetime or Zoom. Some North Texas nonprofits have had to change their POA from the traditional gathering of hundreds or thousands to rally awareness and funds. They’ve undertaken virtual … [Read more...] about 2020 Red Balloon Run And Ride For Children’s To Virtually Take Place Saturday, April 25