The old saying goes that, “If March comes in like a lion, it goes out like a lamb.” But Texas-based Phoenix House Texas switched up the saying, going out of March with a lion’s share of a grant — $100,000 to be exact, thanks to The Upswing Fund for Adolescent Mental Health. And the timing couldn’t have been better. As Phoenix House Texas CEO Bart Loewen explained, … [Read more...] about The Upswing Fund For Adolescent Mental Health Awards $100K Grant To Phoenix House Texas
COVID-19
Rising Numbers Of Hybrid Events Indicate Fundraising May Be On The Road To Recovery
Change is in the air. Not just the weather but North Texas fundraising seems to be moving ahead to a new level as vaccinations are finding arms all over the area. While virtual get-togethers have been the lone way for nonprofits to connect with their supporters, the word “hybrid” has been cropping up in recent weeks. With COVID-19 cases and deaths on the down slide, … [Read more...] about Rising Numbers Of Hybrid Events Indicate Fundraising May Be On The Road To Recovery
Insider Tip: COVID-19 Vaccination Veterans Provide Hints On Getting Your Second Round
With many folks emerging from the second rounds of COVID-19 vaccinations, some tips have been received to share with future recipients. Pack patience. Be over-prepared for your wait in line. Consider taking hand warmers, a book, etc. Clear your schedule for the two or three days after the second injection. Some people are fine and dandy except for the injection … [Read more...] about Insider Tip: COVID-19 Vaccination Veterans Provide Hints On Getting Your Second Round
I Took On The Texas Grid Wizard In A Heated Battle During The Arctic Blizzard Of 2021
Allow me to tell you a story about how I took on the 2021 Texas Grid Wizard during the blizzard of 2021. It's gonna be a long one, but so was the journey. First let’s lay out the pre-battle setup, when weather predictors were claiming a doom-and-gloom “storm of the century” was headed our way starting Wednesday, February 10. They weren’t kidding. Why, even before the pre- and … [Read more...] about I Took On The Texas Grid Wizard In A Heated Battle During The Arctic Blizzard Of 2021
COVID-19 May Not Be The Top Of Today’s News But It’s Certainly Not Forgotten
You’ve got to hand it to Mother Nature. She’s the only one who could knock COVID-19 from the top of North Texas headlines. But as the temperatures rise above freezing and power does return to local not-made-to-be igloos, the pandemic will return to being the priority item. Those in need of their second dose are no doubt worrying if they’ll make it within the designated … [Read more...] about COVID-19 May Not Be The Top Of Today’s News But It’s Certainly Not Forgotten
Mother Nature Is Going To Take North Texas For A Dippity Doozy Of Temperatures This Week
The area weather guessers are all in a spin over this week’s roller coaster of temperatures ranging from Monday’s high of 62 degrees to a below-freezing 25 degrees on Thursday night. Could icy streets be in the future? If so, take it slow if you must get out. The long-term forecast is suggesting that starting this Thursday the temperature highs are going to stay in the … [Read more...] about Mother Nature Is Going To Take North Texas For A Dippity Doozy Of Temperatures This Week
Tuesday I Got My Wish Granted, Got Shot And Was Still Able To Prepare Dinner
Tuesday I found myself clicking onto a COVID-19 vaccine hub site and finding a window of times that were available for my vaccination to take place immediately. At first the sign of availability was shocking after days of “no times available.” Must admit that I was starting to feel like a rejected freshman with no invites after the first round of rush parties. That feeling … [Read more...] about Tuesday I Got My Wish Granted, Got Shot And Was Still Able To Prepare Dinner
The Passings Of 2020 North Texas Inspirations
It goes without saying that 2020 established a sorrowful record of deaths since COVID-19 invaded our lives. Within that brief time, coronavirus has become the third leading cause of death in the U.S., with more than 343,000 victims and 27,000+ in Texas to date. The daily tallies have almost numbed the mind to the magnitude of the losses. In addition to the pandemic’s … [Read more...] about The Passings Of 2020 North Texas Inspirations
Change Of Plans Alert: MySweetCharity Shakes Up The Usual Christmas Music Plans
2020 has been a bit different for every man, woman, child and pet. So, MySweetCharity is gonna shake things up a bit for Christmas. Since homebound has become a state mind and body, we’re gonna celebrate Christmas with holiday flash mobs throughout the day to remind us of the good old days when people wore smiles instead of masks and they gathered in crowds oblivious of a … [Read more...] about Change Of Plans Alert: MySweetCharity Shakes Up The Usual Christmas Music Plans
MySweetWishList: Bryan’s House
According to Bryan’s House Board President Steven Upchurch, “My wish is for the North Texas Community to come together to support early intervention services for children with special needs and their families at Bryan's House." “Early intervention is crucial for at-risk children who are medically fragile or have social, emotional, or physical challenges to ensure they can … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Bryan’s House
MySweetWishList: Folds Of Honor North Texas
According to Folds Of Honor North Texas Board of Directors Chairman Mike Beltz, “The Folds of Honor North Texas proudly provided 118 scholarships totaling $590,000 in our North Texas Community in 2019. Unfortunately, COVID-19 has forced the cancellation of all of our annual chapter fundraising events this year including several third party fundraising events that we … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Folds Of Honor North Texas