While folks are putting their toes in the water to test the new protocol of getting out-and-about, a couple high-profile fundraisers have just sent word that they're canceling this year’s events. However, that doesn’t mean that they’re slacking off trying to haul in funds for their programs. If you have some spare change, they sure would appreciate your sharing it. Here’s … [Read more...] about June 15 Update Of Cancellations And Going Virtual
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Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Key Supporters Party In The Clouds Before Settling Down To Work At The Conservatory
There are definite perks to being on a committee. And that point was made perfectly clear on Tuesday, June 25, when Leslie Ann Crozier had a gathering of the Triumph Over Alzheimer’s top-tier supporters, like Todd Terry, Carol Hall, Bev Bowman and Dr. Roger Rosenberg, at her high-rise nest before attending a kick-off meeting in The Conservatory. When one guest asked … [Read more...] about Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Key Supporters Party In The Clouds Before Settling Down To Work At The Conservatory
2019 Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Forum And Dinner Plans And New Ambassadors Revealed
Leslie Ann Crozier rallied her Triumph Over Alzheimer’s (TOA) inner circle for a “Private Preview Party" on Wednesday, May 22, at the Plaza at Turtle Creek Residences’ Conservatory. In addition to longtime supporters like WFAA’s Pete Delkus, Dr. Mark Goldberg, Millie and Dr. Ken Cooper, Ramona Jones, Carol Seay, Jimmy Westcott, Billie Leigh Rippey with Paige Locke, Bobbie Sue … [Read more...] about 2019 Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Forum And Dinner Plans And New Ambassadors Revealed
A Simple Thank You To … BvB Dallas
From The Senior Source President/CEO Stacey Paddock Malcolmson, “Despite our varying missions, non-profits face similar issues. One that is top of mind for many of us is how to engage the next generation of leaders. Given the population The Senior Source serves, making a connection with younger individuals can prove even more challenging. “Enter BvB Dallas. Entirely … [Read more...] about A Simple Thank You To … BvB Dallas
Aware Affair Guests Warmed Up With Llamas, Heated Up Fundraising And Chilled Over Valets
It was 30 years after Conrad Hilton opened his legendary Statler Hilton Hotel that Aware took up the battle against Alzheimer's in 1989. So, Aware President Venise Stuart and Aware Affair Co-Chairs Jolie Humphrey and Josey Kennington picked the revitalized Statler for their annual fundraiser on Friday, April 13. And fitting the earlier life of The Statler, they arranged to … [Read more...] about Aware Affair Guests Warmed Up With Llamas, Heated Up Fundraising And Chilled Over Valets
The Inspiration Of A Girl’s Grandparents Lives At The Cotton Bowl To Support The Battle Against Alzheimer’s
It was nearly 20 years ago that a teenager faced a daunting problem — her beloved grandmother, Mimi Schendle, was changing and not for the better. Over the next decade, the teenager watched her family helplessly assist Mimi’s journey into the web of Alzheimer’s. Like most diseases, this one doesn’t just impact the patient alone. It hits each member of the family. In this case, … [Read more...] about The Inspiration Of A Girl’s Grandparents Lives At The Cotton Bowl To Support The Battle Against Alzheimer’s
BvB Dallas Returns To Its Original POA
Since its start back in 2008, BvB Dallas has been a volunteer-driven organization. The inspiration was relatives and friends who had been victims of Alzheimer’s. Although known as “an old person’s disease,” the youthful players, coaches and fans were champions in raising funds for research and treatments to combat it. Over the past seven years, BvB Dallas handed over more … [Read more...] about BvB Dallas Returns To Its Original POA
2015 BvB Dallas Powder-Puff Football Game Had Brus Out For Revenge Against Pretty In Pink Blondes For A Record-Breaker Check
A lot of folks thought the brutal August heat and overpowering sunshine would be a real problem for the annual BvB Dallas Powder Puff Football Game on Saturday, August 8, at the Cotton Bowl. But whether it was a stroke of good luck or someone checking the setting sun, Old Sol hid behind the stands at the Cotton Bowl, causing a shade to cover the stadium’s stands and … [Read more...] about 2015 BvB Dallas Powder-Puff Football Game Had Brus Out For Revenge Against Pretty In Pink Blondes For A Record-Breaker Check
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2015 BvB Dallas Powder-Puff Football Game
If it’s August, it must be time for the Blondes to mix it up with Brunettes on the football field to raise money for Alzheimer’s research. And BvB Dallas Powder-Puff Football Game sure enough happened on Saturday, August 8, at the Cotton Bowl with three-digit temperatures. The Brus in blue were out for revenge. They were sick and tired of the Blondes in pink scoring wins … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2015 BvB Dallas Powder-Puff Football Game
A Mother’s Quandary On How To Help Her Toddler Understand Alzheimer’s
A young mom of a beautiful little chap was both grateful and upset. Yes, she was indeed thankful that her picture-perfect son was sweet, loving and in very good health. He was surrounded by loving parents and big sisters. But the mom confessed that despite having what appeared to be the wished-for family, there was a problem — her mother (aka the toddler's grandma). While … [Read more...] about A Mother’s Quandary On How To Help Her Toddler Understand Alzheimer’s
JUST IN: Shelley Tims Named BvB Dallas Executive Director
Some folks think the Blondes vs. Brunettes Dallas (BvB Dallas) only brighten up during the warmer months. So very wrong! Instead of hibernating in the winter months, they’re scurrying around with plans for the coming fundraising activities to fight Alzheimer’s. The BvB Dallas just sent word that due to the success of its seven years in raising nearly two million dollars, … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Shelley Tims Named BvB Dallas Executive Director