It's not every day that more than 35 North Texas nonprofits get grants and the chance to showcase their programs and offer volunteer opportunities. On Saturday, February 16, the Junior League of Dallas along with presenting sponsor Bank of Texas not did just that, but they held the day-long event at NorthPark Center! From the grant presentation in Neiman Marcus NorthPark's … [Read more...] about Junior League Of Dallas Celebrated 39 Area Nonprofits With A Grant Presentation And A Volunteer Fair
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Molly Bogen Is The Kevin Bacon Of Six Degrees Of Separation For Nonprofit Executive Changes
Talk about six degrees of separation in North Texas nonprofit corner offices, and Molly Bogen is the common thread. Where to start? At the beginning, of course! When Molly retired as CEO of The Senior Source after more than 40 years, Cortney Nicolato took over the reins of the operation back in January 2016. But it seems that Cortney’s stay turned out to be a bit shorter … [Read more...] about Molly Bogen Is The Kevin Bacon Of Six Degrees Of Separation For Nonprofit Executive Changes
Nonprofit Volunteers Turned Out For One Community One Cause To Brush New Life For Dated Homes
As the summer of 2018 grilled up and most folks headed to air-conditioned confines or the mountains on Friday, June 1, all types of city officials and volunteers from Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support, The Salvation Army DFW Metroplex and Families to Freedom headed to West Dallas. There they picked up paint brushes to add new life to dated homes. While doing this handiwork, … [Read more...] about Nonprofit Volunteers Turned Out For One Community One Cause To Brush New Life For Dated Homes
2018 Parade Of Playhouses Are Showstoppers With High Tech Perks And Dazzling Creativity
Dallas CASA's 23rd Annual Parade of Playhouses has just gotten underway for its stationary march in NorthPark. And this year’s crop of adorable little mansions may have hit an all-time high in not just creativity but also major perks. As Dallas CASA's Rosanne Lewis coordinated "Good Morning Texas" and Dallas Morning News interviewing folks like Crest Cadillac/ Crest Infiniti … [Read more...] about 2018 Parade Of Playhouses Are Showstoppers With High Tech Perks And Dazzling Creativity
There’s Much Instore At Habitat For Humanity’s New ReStore
The corner of Abrams and Skillman hasn’t been known for fundraisers. Okay, so if you remember way back when the Tom Thumb opened at the corner, then you’re one step ahead of the rest. While Tom Thumb's has been gone for quite a while, the Super Duper Target has been filling the void of shopping mania. Joining the corner conclave of changes was the arrival of ReStore, … [Read more...] about There’s Much Instore At Habitat For Humanity’s New ReStore
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Building Hope Celebration Dinner
According to Building Hope Celebration Dinner Co-Chairs Lynn and Allan McBee, “We are so thrilled to announce the inimitable Wynonna Judd will perform an acoustic set for our guests the upcoming Building Hope Celebration Dinner presented by Pioneer Resources at AT&T Stadium, home of the Dallas Cowboys. We hope everyone will join us on Thursday, October 9, along … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Building Hope Celebration Dinner
JUST IN: Grammy-Award Winning Wynonna To Perform At Dallas Area Habitat For Humanity’s Building Hope Celebration Dinner
Oh, boy! More good news. Remember back in June when the Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity group announced plans for celebrating in big style this year with former First Couple Rosalynn and Jimmy Carter coming to town? The really big woo-ha — Building Hope Celebration Dinner presented by Pioneer Resources — takes place Thursday, October 9th at AT&T Stadium (aka Jerry … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Grammy-Award Winning Wynonna To Perform At Dallas Area Habitat For Humanity’s Building Hope Celebration Dinner
Dallas’s Habitat For Humanity Scores Charity Navigator’s 4-Star Rating For A Second Year In A Row
Charity Navigator is considered “America’s largest independent charity evaluator.” Any non-profit CEO will tell you to get a 4-star rating is a heady situation. One of those experiencing that “headiness” today is Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity. “For the second year in a row,” DAHH received the four stars. The award was based on its “sound fiscal management practices and … [Read more...] about Dallas’s Habitat For Humanity Scores Charity Navigator’s 4-Star Rating For A Second Year In A Row
MySweetWishList: Dallas Area Habitat For Humanity
According to Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity Vice President of Development Melissa Cameron, "Habitat for Humanity is wishing for Hard Hats, Hammers and Hearts for 2014’s Presidential Project in Dallas – Ft. Worth! We engage more than 10,000 volunteers in a year with the transformative work of Habitat. Next year Dallas – Ft. Worth are honored to be the host cities of … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Dallas Area Habitat For Humanity
Round Robin November 7 Night: DIFFA Wreath Auction, Urban Revival, Crystal Charity Underwriters Party And More
Yes, Thursday, November 7 continued to be a thriller after lunch. The evening of fundraising had folks trying to be three places at the same time. Alas, choices had to be made. Some committed themselves to just one event like the Flora Award honoring Jan Pickens at the Texas Discovery Garden or the Art for Advocacy Auction. Others party-hopped, like Doris Jacobs, who hosted a … [Read more...] about Round Robin November 7 Night: DIFFA Wreath Auction, Urban Revival, Crystal Charity Underwriters Party And More
Round Robin October 16: Hope For Humanity And Urban Revival Patron Parties And CCB’s Circle Of Angels Dinner
Things were just starting to ramp up Wednesday, October 16, all around town with events saluting the underwriters and patrons for upcoming events. It's always nice to see major supporters receive a pat on the back in advance. Hope For Humanity Patrons Party Janet and Jeff Beck’s collection of art ranges from a handmade, coin-laden headdress from a remote village in … [Read more...] about Round Robin October 16: Hope For Humanity And Urban Revival Patron Parties And CCB’s Circle Of Angels Dinner