Friday the 13th is a date that engenders all types of opinions. Some think it's a day to hide under the covers until it's passed. Others go out and buy a load of lottery tickets. In the weather department, it's going to be a day that finally is not starting off with thunderstorms. That's all the good news. Even better news is that the temperatures will be outdoor-friendly … [Read more...] about Friday The 13th Won’t Be As Unlucky As Some Think, Thanks To Animal-Loving Gigi Gartner
Communities Foundation of Texas
David Rosenberg Named 2025 Vester Hughes Awardee By Communities Foundation Of Texas
The late Vester Hughes was a renowned tax attorney with a long career and a reputation for "influencing many aspects of federal taxation; arguing before the U.S. Supreme Court and successfully lobbying Congress on several occasion to amend federal tax laws." But he was also known for his philanthropy. According to his longtime friend Bobby Lyle, "Quietly and behind the … [Read more...] about David Rosenberg Named 2025 Vester Hughes Awardee By Communities Foundation Of Texas
TI Foundation Grants $7.3M For CFT’s Educate Texas Expansion Of STEM Opportunities In Area School Districts
As area non-profits scramble to adapt to changes in federal funding, North Texas foundations are stepping up to help. Thanks to Communities Foundation of Texas' initiative Educate Texas, four area independent school districts (ISD) have gotten great news as a result of grant awards from the Texas Instruments Foundation. The TI Foundation has awarded $7.3M in new stems grants to … [Read more...] about TI Foundation Grants $7.3M For CFT’s Educate Texas Expansion Of STEM Opportunities In Area School Districts
JUST IN: TWU – Dallas Campus Celebrates $750K In Grants From Its Leadership Council
While only in her new role as Texas Woman's University - Dallas Campus president for less than a year, Monica Christopher and her team have been building awareness and funds for their programs. She has just announced $750,000 in grants to the Dallas President's Leadership Council. The grants include the following: $250,000 from The Meadows Foundation to pilot TWU … [Read more...] about JUST IN: TWU – Dallas Campus Celebrates $750K In Grants From Its Leadership Council
CFT Hosts “North Texas Gives To Animal” Fundraiser May 15-31 With A $100K Match Thanks To Gigi Gartner
It may come as a shock, but May is National Pet Month. There are many who would insist that every month is Pet Month. However, in honor of this official designation and to support the national celebration, Communities Foundation of Texas has created North Texas Gives To Animals, fundraising for all kinds of animals from house pets to the wild and wonderful types. From … [Read more...] about CFT Hosts “North Texas Gives To Animal” Fundraiser May 15-31 With A $100K Match Thanks To Gigi Gartner
JUST IN: Communities Foundation Of Texas Supports Area Education And Workforce Innovation To The Tune Of $7.5M
In an effort to support local education and workforce innovation, Communities Foundation Of Texas has provided $7.5M in grants to the following organizations with a goal of "helping Texas students thrive in school, in a career and in life:" Aspire to Learn ($500,000) - to support Aspire's workforce training program for Certified Operator Of Powered Industrial Trucks … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Communities Foundation Of Texas Supports Area Education And Workforce Innovation To The Tune Of $7.5M
JUST IN: Communities Foundation Of Texas To Host “North Texas Gives To The Arts” With $100K Match From April 17-30
One North Texas non-profit sector that has been challenged in recovering from the pandemic is the arts. To bolster financial support for both performing and visual arts groups, Communities Foundation Of Texas is celebrating April’s Dallas Arts Month with a “fundraising campaign through the NorthTexasGivingDay.org platform.” Thanks to a $100,000 match supported by The Giana … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Communities Foundation Of Texas To Host “North Texas Gives To The Arts” With $100K Match From April 17-30
Communities Foundation Of Texas Board Of Trustees Adds New Members And Leadership Transition
From incoming and outgoing trustees to a change of board leadership, Communities Foundation of Texas has started the newest year with a lot of activity. Joining the board of trustees are Peter Brodsky, Jill Louis and Christopher "Chris" Reynolds. According to CFT President/CEO Wayne White, “It’s an honor to welcome Peter, Jill and Chris to CFT’s board of … [Read more...] about Communities Foundation Of Texas Board Of Trustees Adds New Members And Leadership Transition
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: A Final Word From Communities Foundation Of Texas Board Chair Richie Butler
According to Communities Foundation of Texas Board Chair Richie Butler, “On behalf of the Board of Trustees of Communities Foundation of Texas, we extend heartfelt appreciation and gratitude to everyone who gave what they could to the causes they care about through this year’s North Texas Giving Day. “When we kicked off this special series [North Texas Giving Day Booster] … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: A Final Word From Communities Foundation Of Texas Board Chair Richie Butler
JUST IN: 2024 North Texas Giving Day Broke All Its Previous Records Surpassing $68M
For those who stayed up late to watch the 2024 North Texas Giving Day Board race to the midnight finish line, it was a real nail-biter. Surely, appointments are going to be made Friday to replace the chewed-off acrylic nails. A quick rundown of the final hour was that it looked like there was a chance this year's mega-fundraiser for area charities just might beat the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2024 North Texas Giving Day Broke All Its Previous Records Surpassing $68M
JUST IN: 2024 North Texas Giving Day Is Getting Ever So Close To Beating Last Year’s Numbers In Its Final Hours
With just three hours to go, 2024 North Texas Giving Day is inching its way to meet last year's $63M+ total. From all appearances, it may be a tight finale with a little more than $5M needed. The good news is that thousands of North Texas non-profits have spread the word about their programs. Regardless of the outcome, the real story is how the collaboration of companies, … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2024 North Texas Giving Day Is Getting Ever So Close To Beating Last Year’s Numbers In Its Final Hours