To enter the 2025 Dallas Business Hall of Fame event benefiting Junior Achievement of Dallas on Saturday, February 22, at the Omni Dallas Hotel, you walked beneath a sort of enclosed trellis structure decorated inside with photos of all the past Hall of Fame laureates stretching back to 1999. Recalling those who've left us was a trip down memory lane, for sure. There were … [Read more...] about New Laureates And A Surprise Gift From Mark Cuban Highlighted Junior Achievement’s Dallas Business Hall Of Fame Event
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JUST IN: Former Mavs CEO Cynt Marshall To Be Honored With J. Erik Jonsson Ethics Award
Not only did the Mavs suffer the loss of Luka on the court to the Lakers, but the back office seems to have lost a whirlwind of dynamic energy with Cynt Marshall stepping down from her position as the team’s CEO. It was during her tenure that she tapped such organizations as the Mavs, the Dallas Regional Chamber and area non-profits like Dallas CASA and the T.D. Jakes … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Former Mavs CEO Cynt Marshall To Be Honored With J. Erik Jonsson Ethics Award
2025 MLK Parade To March Saturday Missing The Arctic Blast That’s Sent Monday’s Inaugural Parade Indoors
Starting Saturday, North Texas nights are going to be in a deep freeze until next Friday. But this is going to seem like beach weather, compared to what our neighbors way up north will experience. The arctic blast is going to be so bone-chilling that Monday's 60th Inaugural Ceremonies in Washington D.C. have been moved inside the U.S. Capitol to the Rotunda and the parade will … [Read more...] about 2025 MLK Parade To March Saturday Missing The Arctic Blast That’s Sent Monday’s Inaugural Parade Indoors
Dallas CASA Honors The Dallas Mavericks At An “Incredible” Champion Of Children Award Dinner
Just outside the Regency Ballroom at The Fairmont Dallas on Friday, October 18, the reception for Dallas CASA's 2024 Champion of Children Award Dinner was under way, and people were getting excited. Word had it that top officials with the NBA's Dallas Mavericks team—honored recipient of Dallas CASA's Jan and Judge Barefoot Sanders Champion of Children Award tonight—had … [Read more...] about Dallas CASA Honors The Dallas Mavericks At An “Incredible” Champion Of Children Award Dinner
JUST IN: Dallas Mavs To Receive Jan And Judge Barefoot Sanders Champion Of Children Award
For ages the Dallas Mavericks have been on board supporting Dallas CASA's mission "to protect children, restore childhood and help child victims of abuse or neglect achieve their full potential." From creating incredible mini-showhouses for its Parade of Playhouses annually at NorthPark to having Maverick's CEO Cynt Marshall on its board, the Mavs have been beyond more than … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dallas Mavs To Receive Jan And Judge Barefoot Sanders Champion Of Children Award
Texas Women’s Foundation Leadership Forum And Awards Celebrated With Today’s Leaders And Tomorrow’s Leaders
When one hears the word "forum," they usually think of something akin to a combination of a church service and a required class. But leave it to the Texas Women's Foundation to use the recipe of music, dancing, awards and conversations with leaders to inspire and broaden the scope of multi-generations. That's exactly what happened at the Texas Women's Foundation Leadership … [Read more...] about Texas Women’s Foundation Leadership Forum And Awards Celebrated With Today’s Leaders And Tomorrow’s Leaders
Dallas CASA’s 2024 Cherish The Children’s Panel Provided Insight Into The Welfare Of Children
Unlike years before, when Dallas CASA's Cherish The Children format was to have a guest speaker, this year's luncheon on Friday, April 19, at the Omni Dallas Hotel was to have a panel discussion on the welfare of children in the area. The conversation drew a crowd of guests including Dallas County judges (LaDietra Atkins, Andrea Martin, Audrey Moorehead and Andrea Plumlee), … [Read more...] about Dallas CASA’s 2024 Cherish The Children’s Panel Provided Insight Into The Welfare Of Children
Scott Orr Named Dallas CASA Board Of Directors Chair Along With Four New Board Members
Over the past decade, Dallas CASA "has experienced tremendous growth." Why, in 2023 alone, "1,088 Dallas CASA volunteers were assigned to serve 2,151 children in protective care" in Dallas County. As a result, the group "has been able to serve every Dallas child in need with an advocate for five years." According to Dallas CASA President/CEO Kathleen LaValle said, "Our … [Read more...] about Scott Orr Named Dallas CASA Board Of Directors Chair Along With Four New Board Members
Champion Of Children Award Dinner Shone A Light On The Plight Of Kids Aging Out Of The Foster System
Thursday nights are rarely stay-at-homes for North Texas non-profits. For instance on Thursday, October 12, while Klyde Warren Park was taking full advantage of the beautiful weather for its Party in the Park, Dallas CASA's 2023 Champion of Children Award Dinner was just a block away at The Fairmont Dallas. The Dallas CASA fundraiser brought together two men from different … [Read more...] about Champion Of Children Award Dinner Shone A Light On The Plight Of Kids Aging Out Of The Foster System
Texas Women’s Foundation Focuses On “Real Change” For Women And Girls At Its Annual Luncheon
Empowering Texas women and girls was the order of the day on Tuesday, September 26, when the Texas Women's Foundation held its 38th Annual Luncheon. Titled "Past, Present and Future," the fundraiser attracted nearly 1,000 guests to the Hilton Anatole Dallas. The empowerment theme was established from the get-go, when Tiffany Solano and the Highland Park Lads and Lassies … [Read more...] about Texas Women’s Foundation Focuses On “Real Change” For Women And Girls At Its Annual Luncheon
CFT’s New President/CEO Wayne White Was The Center Of Attention At 2023 NTxGD Kick-Off Party
There was a whirlwind of activity at the headquarters of Communities Foundation of Texas on Thursday, September 7, when an invitation-only gathering kicked off the 15th anniversary of CFT's North Texas Giving Day (NTxGD). A crowd of nearly 300 people attended the "Cheers to 15 Years" event for the organization's charitable fund-holders, nonprofits participating in NTxGD … [Read more...] about CFT’s New President/CEO Wayne White Was The Center Of Attention At 2023 NTxGD Kick-Off Party