When The Wilkinson Center’s Can Do! Luncheon was created, it was to spotlight “those who exemplify entrepreneurship in philanthropy and the ‘can do’ spirit that makes great things happen in our community.” The 2020 Can Do! Luncheon Chair Pam Busbee has just announced the recipients of the eighth annual fundraising luncheon at the Dallas Country Club on Monday, March … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Wilkinson Center’s 2020 Can Do! Awardees Announced
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Robert S. Folsom Leadership Award Patron Party Lauds Mike Rawlings, ‘The Best Mayor We’ve Ever Had’
On the evening of Wednesday, September 4, Methodist Health System Foundation President Jim Johnston was talking with former Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings at a patron party in the middle of The Library of Kathy and Harlan Crow. The reason Rawlings, Johnston and other guests were gathered in the library: the 61st Dallas mayor had been selected to receive the foundation's 2019 Robert … [Read more...] about Robert S. Folsom Leadership Award Patron Party Lauds Mike Rawlings, ‘The Best Mayor We’ve Ever Had’
Skip’s Switcheroo Sparkles At The Senior Source’s Sage Society Supper
North Texas' favorite-son writer Skip Hollandsworth thought he was just going to give a talk for 30 ladies of The Senior Source’s Charles C. Sprague Sage Society on Wednesday, May 1. But the day before his scheduled presentation at the society's 20th annual dinner at the Dallas Country Club, he checked out the guest list, with names on it like Bobby Lyle, Alina and Ruben … [Read more...] about Skip’s Switcheroo Sparkles At The Senior Source’s Sage Society Supper
Humble Beginnings Luncheon Committee Kicks Off Plans With Day Of Service At Austin Street Center
Humble Beginnings Luncheon Co-Chairs Gina Landry and Keana Meyer decided to try something different to rally their committee for the Austin Street Center fundraiser. They had 'em come and pitch in for a day of service and a tour of the facility that has an emergency shelter that serves men, ages 45 and older, and women, ages 18 and older since 1983. They also heard about the … [Read more...] about Humble Beginnings Luncheon Committee Kicks Off Plans With Day Of Service At Austin Street Center
The Wilkinson Center Showed Its Appreciation For Can Do! Luncheon Patrons At A Private Reception
With the the annual Wilkinson Center fundraiser at the Dallas Country Club less that a month away, 2019 Can Do! Luncheon Chair Linda Secrest celebrated the underwriters and awardees on Tuesday, February 19, at Lisa and Clay Cooley's estate. Here's a report from the field: The Wilkinson Center’s Can Do! Luncheon Chair Linda Secrest was joined by patrons and supporters at a … [Read more...] about The Wilkinson Center Showed Its Appreciation For Can Do! Luncheon Patrons At A Private Reception
Crystal Charity Ball Advisory Reception Filled Carolyn And David Miller’s Home Inside And Out
The valets of the Crystal Charity Ball Advisory Board get together on Thursday, April 5, were told to expect 50 cars. But the line of cars around Carolyn and David Miller’s marvelous Highland Park home was so full that the number had to be beyond the predicted count. But that was to be expected, since the invitees included the 2018 CCB beneficiaries, the CCB advisory board … [Read more...] about Crystal Charity Ball Advisory Reception Filled Carolyn And David Miller’s Home Inside And Out
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: 2018 Crystal Charity Ball Advisory Board Reception
Within the Park Cities is a marvelous home that’s not too big, not too small but just right for any occasion. Whether it’s raising a family or raising funds, Carolyn and David Miller’s place is where simply ideal. So, the 2018 Crystal Charity Ball advisory committee, the 2018 CCB beneficiaries and the CCB committee members who researched the beneficiaries came together on … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: 2018 Crystal Charity Ball Advisory Board Reception
JUST IN: Former Secretary Of State Condoleezza Rice To Be Keynote Speaker At Goodwill’s “The Lunch”
All these memories about Secretary of the Treasury from way long ago are fascinating, but there are some folks who have been on the recent frontlines of America’s history making. One of those is Condoleezza Rice, who was Secretary of State (2005-2009) during the former President George W. Bush administration. Not only was she on the front row of the infamous 9/11, the second … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Former Secretary Of State Condoleezza Rice To Be Keynote Speaker At Goodwill’s “The Lunch”
Carolyn And David Miller Open Their Home For Genesis Luncheon Underwriters With Honeysuckle Wafting In The Backyard
Blessed by Mother Nature, the Genesis Luncheon underwriters party had the most perfect spot to celebrate on Wednesday, April 20. It was Carolyn and David Miller’s home that many have driven by but few had visited. Too bad that everyone stayed in the main house because the let-me-settle-backyard was enhanced by the fragrance of the honeysuckle in full bloom. Janice … [Read more...] about Carolyn And David Miller Open Their Home For Genesis Luncheon Underwriters With Honeysuckle Wafting In The Backyard