According to Our Friends Place Executive Director Sue Thiers Hesseltine, “Surviving on the street is not a life skill young women should have to learn. “Our Friends Place empowers an underserved population in Dallas of single young women who experience abuse, neglect, poverty, and homelessness to excel, grow, and flourish. These unique strength-based and solution focused … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Our Friends Place
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North Texas Giving Day Booster: Denton Animal Support Foundation
According to Denton Animal Support Foundation Executive Director Kiara Hunter, “Denton Animal Support Foundation celebrates its 15th anniversary this year - and what a year it's been! “Denton Animal Support Foundation (DASF) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to save more Denton area animals. We accomplish this by focusing on four major components, the City of … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Denton Animal Support Foundation
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Camp Summit
According Camp Summit Marketing and Public Relations Manager Abbey Cumnock, “By participating in North Texas Giving Day since it began, in 2009, Camp Summit has raised over $230,000 for kids and adults with special needs. This generous support has made it possible for an additional 536 individuals to enjoy a unique week of camp, at our barrier-free campground. “'We’ve … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Camp Summit
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Allies In Youth Development
According Allies in Youth Development Social Media Manager/Development Associate Frederick Tran, “In a recent visit this summer to an orphanage Allies in Youth Development serves in Ukraine, our volunteer team abroad provided a masterclass in hot dog making. Orphans are often left to fend for themselves once they age out of an orphanage at the age of sixteen so our mentoring … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Allies In Youth Development
North Texas Giving Day Booster: House Of Shine
According House of Shine Founder/Executive Director Dr. Claudia Beeny, “Tis the season for eye patches, pirate garb, and a treasure trove of support from North Texas Giving Day! “House of Shine hosts an annual pirate-themed 'Loot-a-thon' on North Texas Giving Day, and the 18-hour online giving event makes it easy for supporters to donate booty. Dressed like pirates and … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: House Of Shine
North Texas Giving Day Booster: After8toEducate
According After8toEducate Executive Director Ara Grimaldo Saintus, “It has often been noted that collaboration is key to the success of any organization, and this has been the case at After8toEducate. After8toEducate is the umbrella organization that has brought together various partner organizations, community organizations, philanthropists, foundations, and volunteers to … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: After8toEducate
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Plano Civic Chorus
According Plano Civic Chorus Board of Directors Marketing Chair Mandie McCurdie, “Founded in 1973, Plano Civic Chorus has been a presence in the arts community of North Texas for almost 50 years. The organization has persevered and even thrived amidst the challenges presented throughout the last half-century, but like the rest of the world, PCC was not prepared for the … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Plano Civic Chorus
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Bold Idea
According Bold Idea Founder Robyn Brown, “Technology runs the world! More than ever, it is imperative that our students learn how the world around us works. As important, students must learn how to create and interact with the technologies we depend upon daily – especially computer code, the building block for all technology. “Knowing how to code puts students at the … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Bold Idea
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Osteosarcoma Institute
According to Osteosarcoma Institute Development Manager Vivian Laws, “When Highland Park High School alum Willie Tichenor was diagnosed with osteosarcoma in 2003, he asked his parents to help find new and less-toxic treatments for others fighting the most common form of childhood bone cancer. “Sadly, new treatments didn’t come soon enough for Willie, and he passed away in … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Osteosarcoma Institute
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Artists Enclave Of Denton County
According to Artists Enclave Of Denton County Board Of Governors Past President Susan Carol Davis, “I enjoy driving down less traveled roads en route to a vacation destination. There is much to see that holds my attention longer than a billboard would like wildflowers, native plants, a fruit stand, grazing animals and usually, several boarded up wooden buildings almost … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Artists Enclave Of Denton County
North Texas Giving Day Booster: SouthFair Community Development Corporation
According to SouthFair Community Development Corporation Assistant Hope Director Grace Feyisetan, “Last year, on North Texas Giving Day, SouthFair sent a message to our donors that said, ‘We take dirt and turn it into homes/We take visions and turn them into realities/We take donations and revitalize South Dallas.’ It was true then, and it rings true now as we celebrate 30 … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: SouthFair Community Development Corporation