For over 40 years, Gloria Campos not only observed and reported on the growth of North Texas, she held a front row seat regarding the changing dynamics of families. In addition to being the mother of twin boys, she also served for decades as the producer of WFAA’s Wednesday’s Child program.North Star Luncheon Co-Chairs Susan Wells-Jenevein and Candace Winslow … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Gloria Campos To Reflect On Changes In North Texas Families At North Star Luncheon
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MySweetWishList: Family Compass
According Family Compass CEO Ona Foster,“For parents with young children, the holidays are often a wonderful and enjoyable time of year. However, for families living in poverty and experiencing challenges in their lives, the holidays can be stressful. At Family Compass we know that stress, poor living conditions and a lack of parenting skills can leave children at risk … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Family Compass
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Family Compass
“It’s probably the best decision of my life, signing up for Family Compass, because me being pregnant for the first time, being scared, and not having any kind of help . . . I mean they helped me a lot,” stated Isabell about her decision to reach out for help.Family Compass is the largest non-profit in the North Texas area solely dedicated to preventing child abuse and … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Family Compass
MySweetWishList: Family Compass
According to Family Compass Board of Directors President-Elect Whitney Strauss,“On behalf of the Family Compass Board, staff and families we serve, our primary wish is a world free of child abuse and neglect where are children are able to feel happy and safe. For this holiday season, our wish is to be able to give the mothers in our programs basic necessities for their … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Family Compass
2015 Crystal Charity Ball Committee Distributed Record-Breaking $6.5M To 11 Dallas Children’s Non-Profits
There are hundreds of children…no, make that thousands of children...who went to sleep on Tuesday, April 12, never having heard of a gal from Andrews, Texas, by the name of Michal Powell or an organization called Crystal Charity Ball.That’s just peachy keen for the 2015 CCB Chair Michal and her gall-gal committee of 99. For a little over a year, they made calls, hand … [Read more...] about 2015 Crystal Charity Ball Committee Distributed Record-Breaking $6.5M To 11 Dallas Children’s Non-Profits
Family Compass’ 2016 “A Legendary Evening” Is Postponed Until 2017
On the heels of the Park Cities Historical and Preservation Society’s change of plans announcement, another one was pointed out. No, it has nothing to do with PCHPS. It’s the Family Compass’ annual A Legendary Evening that was originally scheduled for Saturday, April 9, is going to take the year off.According to Family Compass Board Member Whitney Strauss, "We are working … [Read more...] about Family Compass’ 2016 “A Legendary Evening” Is Postponed Until 2017
After Months Of Searching, Family Compass Names Ona Foster As CEO Of Organization
It was back in April last year that Jessica Trudeau turned in her resignation as Family Compass executive director to join the Salesmanship Club’s Momentous Institute as director of Development and Strategic Partnerships. What a mouthful of a title!With Jessica's departure, Family Compass Clinical Director Tina Robertson served as the organization’s interim executive … [Read more...] about After Months Of Searching, Family Compass Names Ona Foster As CEO Of Organization
MySweetWishList: Family Compass
According to Family Compass Development Chair Whitney Strauss,“I am proud to serve on the Board of Directors and as the Development Chair. The mission of Family Compass is to build healthy families and a strong North Texas community by preventing child abuse and neglect. This is accomplished through two home mentoring programs and community based and educational … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Family Compass
Round Robin March 25: Nexus Spring Luncheon And A Legendary Evening Kick-Off Parties And Les Femmes’ Woman Of The Year Announcement
Whoever decided to move the usual Thursday overload to Wednesday…well, they got their way on Wednesday, March 25. The Family Place Partners were holding a membership social at Bistro 31. The Dallas Arboretum Corporate types were dining amid the flowery beauty of the Arboretum’s Dallas Blooms. Women’s Auxiliary of Nexus Spring Luncheon Kick-Off ReceptionThe usual slam by … [Read more...] about Round Robin March 25: Nexus Spring Luncheon And A Legendary Evening Kick-Off Parties And Les Femmes’ Woman Of The Year Announcement
JUST IN: Family Compass Executive Director Jessica Trudeau Heading To Salesmanship Club Of Dallas’ Momentous Institute
Word’s just arrived that Family Compass Executive Director Jessica Trudeau will be heading over to the Salesmanship Club of Dallas’ Momentous Institute to be Director of Development and Strategic Partnerships.Jessica is replacing Kristen Howell, who became Chief Programs Officer at Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center in January.Family Compass Clinical Director Tina … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Family Compass Executive Director Jessica Trudeau Heading To Salesmanship Club Of Dallas’ Momentous Institute
Crystal Charity Ball Bus Tour Covered The Map Doing Site Visits Of 2015 Beneficiaries
Does anybody know where Bonton is? Not to worry. Check later.The beneficiaries for the 2015 Crystal Charity Ball had been announced. It was to be a blockbuster of a year with 11 recipients and a goal of $6,310,957. 2015 CCB Chair Michal Powell and her team including Underwriting Chair Tucker Enthoven recognized the overwhelming task and Michal was throwing her all into … [Read more...] about Crystal Charity Ball Bus Tour Covered The Map Doing Site Visits Of 2015 Beneficiaries