There were some very happy campers at Highland Park Village's Mockingbird Room on Thursday, March 7. The occasion was the presentation of checks to the 2023 Crystal Charity Ball beneficiaries by 2023 CCB Chair Angie Kadesky and 2023 Underwriting Chair Mary Martha Pickens. Here's a report from the field: “It was dark and stormy night” to borrow a remarkably familiar passage … [Read more...] about $8,861,131 In Grants Were Presented To The 2023 Eight Crystal Charity Beneficiaries
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JEEZ ALERT: April Is Gonna Be Showering With Fundraising Collisions
If you haven’t had a chance yet to check out the MySweetCharity Calendar or any other North Texas calendar about April fundraisers, don’t. It’s enough to give vapors to the most strong-hearted type. Now, stop collapsing and gird your botoxed brows to new levels of smooth. It will be a breeze except for a handful of exceptions that will send Solomon shivering under his … [Read more...] about JEEZ ALERT: April Is Gonna Be Showering With Fundraising Collisions
JUST IN: Monica Christopher Named Texas Woman’s University’s Dallas Campus Inaugural President
Yesterday afternoon, the Dallas Regional Chamber held its 2024 Annual Meeting at Fair Park's Music Hall, with Ret. Admiral William McRaven on stage. Among the crowd of suits and influencers was a future president. No, not a political wannabe. Rather, it was North Texas non-profit and community relations powerhouse Monica Christopher. Her signature bright eyes and … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Monica Christopher Named Texas Woman’s University’s Dallas Campus Inaugural President
MySweetToyDrive: Children’s Health’s Bring The Miracle
According to Children’s Medical Center Foundation President Brent Christopher, “The holiday season is a special time for all of us. But, there’s a unique magic to the holidays for children, as anyone who’s experienced their joy and delight can attest. “At Children’s Health, many patients and families will experience this holiday season from a hospital room. Nonetheless, … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: Children’s Health’s Bring The Miracle
Movies With A Mission Has Three Films Scheduled To Support Children’s Health’s Mental Health Services
Movies With A Mission Co-Founders Barrett Gibbins and Ella Kate Nayfa have once again partnered up with Presenting Sponsor AMC NorthPark 15 to raise funds for Children’s Medical Center Foundation. But this time, the twosome and their committee of 50 school friends arranged with AMC NorthPark 15’s Bruce Perry to have four movies support the youthful project. Sorry, but the … [Read more...] about Movies With A Mission Has Three Films Scheduled To Support Children’s Health’s Mental Health Services
JUST IN: Take 5 Donates $1,000,000 For Children’s Medical Center Plano Expansion
Believe it or not, fundraising doesn’t take a break in the summer. Need proof? Well, Children’s Medical Center Foundation just scored a $1M donation to support the expansion at Children’s Medical Center Plano. The donation came from Take 5 Oil Change and Take 5 Car Wash, part of Driven Brands, the largest automotive services company in North America. In recognition of … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Take 5 Donates $1,000,000 For Children’s Medical Center Plano Expansion
JUST IN: Dak Prescott And Children’s Cancer Fund Team Just Scored A Record-Breaking $1.5M Check
Dallas Cowboys Quarterback/NFL Man of the Year Dak Prescott went to the hospital today. Whoa! Don’t get your get-well cards ready. Thank-you cards might be more appropriate. The Dakster was at Children’s Medical Center Dallas this afternoon for a record-breaking occasion. It was the check presentation for April’s 2023 Children’s Cancer Fund Gala co-chaired by Heather Randall … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dak Prescott And Children’s Cancer Fund Team Just Scored A Record-Breaking $1.5M Check
Four-Year-Old Super Hero Hank Taylor Rightly Declared 2023 Family Night At Six Flags Was “His Night”
As perfect as the weather was for Family Night at Six Flags, it was even more outstanding for four-year-old Hank Taylor. In addition to having the entire park to party with Tweety Bird, Foghorn Leghorn and Sylvester the Cat, Hank and his family were celebrating a year since his last chemo treatment for rhabdomyosarcoma. The little fellow had earned quite a reputation for being … [Read more...] about Four-Year-Old Super Hero Hank Taylor Rightly Declared 2023 Family Night At Six Flags Was “His Night”
“Movies With A Mission” Had All The Right Movies To The Tune Of $18,725 For Children’s Health
The Women’s Auxiliary of Children’s Health has a variety of fundraising programs like the Boo Yard Sign Challenge, A Season Of Giving, Deck The Halls Wreath, Family Night At Six Flags and Breakfast With Santa, to mention a few. But one of the offshoots of the Auxiliary is Movies With A Mission that was created by Ursuline Academy’s Ella Kate Nayfa and Jesuit Preparatory … [Read more...] about “Movies With A Mission” Had All The Right Movies To The Tune Of $18,725 For Children’s Health
MySweetWish: Children’s Medical Center Foundation
According to Children’s Medical Center Foundation President Brent Christopher, “The holiday season is here, which means you’re already making plans to see family and friends and participate in all kinds of fun. No matter how you celebrate or who you celebrate with, most parents and caregivers can agree that seeing the magic of the holidays come to life through kids’ eyes is … [Read more...] about MySweetWish: Children’s Medical Center Foundation
JUST IN: Children’s Medical Center Foundation Scores A $1M Gift Thanks To Travis Miller’s “Hobby”
As they say, “When it rains, it pours!” And generosity is continuing to pour at Children’s Medical Center Foundation. Less than two weeks ago, Annie and her professional golf whiz Jordan Spieth provided a $500,000 donation for Children’s Medical Center Plano’s Pauline Allen Gill Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders. It was just announced that a donation of $1M was made “to … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Children’s Medical Center Foundation Scores A $1M Gift Thanks To Travis Miller’s “Hobby”