While some folks had hoped yesterday’s “Thinking Globally, Acting Locally, Philanthropy Responds” online panel would provide instant solutions for the disasters hitting their nonprofits, a true gem was discussed — North Texas Cares. Since the coronavirus swept area fundraising efforts into oblivion, Communities Foundation of Texas and United Way of Metropolitan Dallas, … [Read more...] about North Texas Cares Brings Together Local Foundations And United Ways For Area Nonprofits
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JUST IN: Communities Foundation Of Texas’ Carol Goglia Named President Of United To Learn
Over the past decade, Carol Goglia has been busy on both the professional and personal fronts. In addition to being a wife, a mom of three and a breast cancer survivor, she’s also spearheaded the marketing and communications for Communities Foundation of Texas. In addition to the numerous CFT programs and events supervised by Carol, it was during the last decade that she was … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Communities Foundation Of Texas’ Carol Goglia Named President Of United To Learn
Communities Foundation Of Texas Celebrates The First $2B Of Grantmaking And Looks Ahead To The Next Billion
Tuesday, February 11, was a big old day. Despite chilly rain and bumper-to-bumper drive home, folks were racing home either to learn the New Hampshire primary results or to see the finals of the Westminster Dog Show. But the Communities Foundation of Texas' celebration get together seemed to trump all. The welcome mat had hardly been put out at 5 p.m. when the lobby was … [Read more...] about Communities Foundation Of Texas Celebrates The First $2B Of Grantmaking And Looks Ahead To The Next Billion
Communities Foundation Of Texas Fund Holders Come Together For A “Pride OF Place”
With the holidays quickly approaching and recovery still in place from the devastation created by October's tornadoes, the Communities Foundation of Texas philanthropic fund holders came together on Tuesday, November 6, at CFT for both a review of the past year's activities by CFT President/CEO Dave Scullin and Chief Relationship Officer Monica Egert Smith, as well as a talk by … [Read more...] about Communities Foundation Of Texas Fund Holders Come Together For A “Pride OF Place”
Communities Foundation Of Texas Reports Record-Breaking Grants In 2019 And New Board Leadership And Members
As 2019 is coming to an end, folks are reviewing the successes of the past year and announcing plans for 2020. Communities Foundation of Texas is leading the herd with Board Chair Jim Bass revealing that a record-breaking $118M in grants were made during the 2019 fiscal year benefiting the following areas: Education: 22% Religious activities: 16% Health and … [Read more...] about Communities Foundation Of Texas Reports Record-Breaking Grants In 2019 And New Board Leadership And Members
MySweetWishList: Communities Foundation Of Texas
According to Communities Foundation of Texas Board Member Sarah Losinger, “Even before I joined the board at Communities Foundation of Texas (CFT), I appreciated the benefits of working with them on my family's philanthropic goals. My wish for this holiday is that even more people took the opportunity to do that--and they can! Not only can you work with Communities … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Communities Foundation Of Texas
North Texas Giving Day Booster: The Senior Source
According to The Senior Source’s Foster Grandparent Program Director Triste Vasquez-White, Were you lucky enough to have loving grandparents in your life when you were young? Likely you still feel their influence, even if they’ve been gone for years. Maybe you still prepare a family recipe Grandmother taught you; or you still love fishing, a passion your Granddad shared … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: The Senior Source
North Texas Giving Day Booster: North Texas Food Bank
According to North Texas Food Bank Annual Campaign Manager Lexi Kay, The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) is a hunger-relief organization that focuses on providing children, seniors and families access to nutritious foods. Nearly 800,000 people across our service area are food insecure–this includes almost 300,000 children. Through more than 200 Partner Agencies, feeding … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: North Texas Food Bank
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Denton Animal Support Foundation
According to Denton Animal Support Foundation Office Manager Kiara Hunter, Animal Support Foundation (DASF) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to save more Denton area animals. We accomplish this by focusing on two major components, the City of Denton Animal Shelter and the Denton community. The financial support we receive from North Texas Giving Day helps … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Denton Animal Support Foundation
North Texas Giving Day Booster: ExplorTech
According to ExplorTech Founder Gary Sullivan, After a lifetime of teaching, I spot them quickly — the child driven by curiosity, eager to conquer a good challenge. The one who can’t wait to learn, who asks a million questions, and who always comes back. I’m told I was one of those kids. But I had advantages that my students do not. My parents were both college … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: ExplorTech
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Frisco Moms Care
According to Frisco Moms Care President Tabitha Davidson, Frisco Moms Care started as a Facebook group for local moms to connect with others in the community. When we saw moms with financial struggles, we pulled together to help pay electric bills, rent, and buy groceries to help them through tough times. We officially became a nonprofit in 2015 and have been helping … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Frisco Moms Care