For folks who haven’t heard of Chris Parvin, they’ve been missing a businessman who knows how to make a difference with a flair. In legal circles, he founded the Parvin Group two decades ago, ceasing operation four years ago to focus on expanding his service outside of practicing law. In the local hospitality industry, he’s the one behind the White Rhino Coffee shops that have … [Read more...] about JUST IN: White Rhino Coffee’s Chris Parvin Recently Made Quite An Impression For All The Right Reasons
Dallas CASA
Parade Of Playhouses Closing Party Was Highlighted By The Reveal Of A Newly Created Award
While Dallas CASA's 2024 Parade Of Playhouses was nearing an end at NorthPark Center, there was a gathering to celebrate the builders, designers and teams who had volunteered their time, talents and materials to create the fundraising showcase of 13 munchkin-friendly houses. Taking place at the center's Breadwinners on Thursday, June 27, the crowd included such longtime … [Read more...] about Parade Of Playhouses Closing Party Was Highlighted By The Reveal Of A Newly Created Award
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
MySweetOpportunity: Dallas CASA
According to Dallas CASA volunteer Abbigail Best, “My journey to becoming a Dallas CASA volunteer might be a little different than others. As a child, I had an abusive family member, and my siblings and I found ourselves not safe and scared. I remember the abuse, interviews with Child Protective Services and meetings with attorneys and judges during our case. It took a lot … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: Dallas CASA
Rainbow Days’ Pot Of Gold Luncheon Struck A Literal Goldmine With Keynoter Erin Gruwell
While Dallas CASA's Cherish the Children and Grant Halliburton Foundation's Beacon Of Hope luncheons were taking place over at the Dallas Omni Hotel, Rainbow Days' Pot Of Gold was striking gold at the Westin Galleria with The Freedom Writers' Erin Gruwell as the keynote speaker on Friday, April 19. And once again Erin's personality and story were showstoppers netting more than … [Read more...] about Rainbow Days’ Pot Of Gold Luncheon Struck A Literal Goldmine With Keynoter Erin Gruwell
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery: Dallas CASA’s 2024 Parade Of Playhouses Starts Marching
With today being Flag Day, it only seemed appropriate to have a parade. And that’s exactly what happened at NorthPark Center as Dallas CASA’s 2024 Parade Of Playhouses got underway with media coverage. And getting into the spirit of the day, flags were seen hoisted atop the Ki no bō Playhouse and Crest Cadillac Engine No. 8 Company with Crest first couple Jana … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery: Dallas CASA’s 2024 Parade Of Playhouses Starts Marching
“The Kevins” (Berthia And Briggs) Shone A Beacon Of Hope On Grant Halliburton Foundation
The Omni Dallas Hotel was the site of two great North Texas non-profits holding fundraising luncheons at the same time just a few feet apart on Friday, April 19. While Dallas CASA's Cherish The Children Luncheon honored Betty Regard with the 2024 Caroline Rose Hunt Cherish the Children Award, Grant Halliburton Foundation's Beacon Of Hope Community Luncheon presented by Emily … [Read more...] about “The Kevins” (Berthia And Briggs) Shone A Beacon Of Hope On Grant Halliburton Foundation
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
Comerica Prom Dress Drive Provided 380 Gowns To The Delight Of Dallas and Collin County Teens
Comerica Bank has been busy recently with an office opening in Frisco and Shred Day DFW this coming weekend. Still, a lot of area closets are lean, thanks to the Comerica Bank Prom Dress Drive. Due to the generosity of area fashionistas, 380 gently experienced formal gowns have been donated for Dallas CASA and Boys And Girls Clubs Of Greater Dallas and Collin County. The … [Read more...] about Comerica Prom Dress Drive Provided 380 Gowns To The Delight Of Dallas and Collin County Teens
JEEZ ALERT: April Is Gonna Be Showering With Fundraising Collisions
If you haven’t had a chance yet to check out the MySweetCharity Calendar or any other North Texas calendar about April fundraisers, don’t. It’s enough to give vapors to the most strong-hearted type. Now, stop collapsing and gird your botoxed brows to new levels of smooth. It will be a breeze except for a handful of exceptions that will send Solomon shivering under his … [Read more...] about JEEZ ALERT: April Is Gonna Be Showering With Fundraising Collisions