Mother Nature was playing nice on Wednesday, April 3, for Family Gateway at Sallie and Cavan Groves' home. The Day to Play patrons were able to gather poolside to hear from Day to Play Co-Chairs Jen Fahrenbruch, Jennifer Hull and Mandy Main about plans for the upcoming kid-friendly fundraiser on Saturday, April 27, as well as a new Kicks of Kids shoe drive. Here's a report from … [Read more...] about Day To Play Patrons Gathered Around The Pool To Be Thanked And Updated On Family Gateway Fundraiser
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Shark Tank’s Daymond John Will Be Serving Up Lessons On Success At Gateway To Opportunity Luncheon
When asked his #1 piece of advice, Shark Tanker Daymond John’s answer is simply “Never stop learning.” While the self-made multi-millionaire never went to college (“I couldn’t afford it.”), his education came from every day encounters.According to Daymond, “While working at Red Lobster, I was always listening, asking questions and learning about the business from wait … [Read more...] about Shark Tank’s Daymond John Will Be Serving Up Lessons On Success At Gateway To Opportunity Luncheon
JUST IN: Miltenberger Family To Receive The Inaugural Annette G. Strauss Community Service Award At Family Gateway’s 2nd Annual Day To Play
Wednesday’s brief break from the gray, rainy days of February was just a refreshing reminder that sunny, user-friendly times are up ahead. Knowing that 2nd Annual Day to Play Tri-Chairs Jen Fahrenbruch, Jennifer Hull and Mandy Main and Honorary Chair Stephen Hipp have just revealed plans for the Family Gateway fundraiser.First, let’s get the housekeeping done. The date … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Miltenberger Family To Receive The Inaugural Annette G. Strauss Community Service Award At Family Gateway’s 2nd Annual Day To Play
JUST IN: Kappa Kappa Gammas Reveal Chairs, Dates And Beneficiaries For 25th Anniversary Tablescapes
The key-loving Dallas' Kappa Kappa Gamma Alumnae are already planning for the 25th Annual Tablescapes! Following tradition, the two-day program is tailor-made for every host/hostess thanks to glorious table settings, a world-renowned speaker and delicious get-togethers. It's simply a cornucopia of ideas that could inspire festive looks for an heirloom dining room table or even … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Kappa Kappa Gammas Reveal Chairs, Dates And Beneficiaries For 25th Anniversary Tablescapes
Magic Johnson Had Jaws Dropping At Family Gateway’s Gateway To Opportunity Luncheon
Earvin “Magic” Johnson was due to arrive in North Texas just before 10:30 a.m. CST. That meant he had to be in flight around 5:30 a.m. PST for the Family Gateway’s Gateway to Opportunity Luncheon on Friday, October 19, at the Omni Dallas Hotel. And his stay couldn’t be too long, because he also had to be in Milwaukee for the L.A. Dodgers playoff game No. 6 against the Brewers … [Read more...] about Magic Johnson Had Jaws Dropping At Family Gateway’s Gateway To Opportunity Luncheon
Gateway To Opportunity Patrons Party Was A “Shoe In” Double Win At Neiman Marcus NorthPark
Logan Betts should buy a lottery ticket. But more about that later.The Family Gateway’s Gateway to Opportunity patron party on Tuesday, October 9, in Neiman Marcus NorthPark’s shoe salon turned into a family affair. Luncheon Co-Chairs Gina Betts and Lisa Cooley were surrounded by their kids. Lisa had gal power with daughter-in-law Bela Cooley and Ciara Cooley, who was … [Read more...] about Gateway To Opportunity Patrons Party Was A “Shoe In” Double Win At Neiman Marcus NorthPark
Gateway To Opportunity Luncheon Raffle Packages Range From Courtside Seats To Rocky Mountain Highs
With Family Gateway’s Gateway to Opportunity Luncheon featuring Earvin “Magic” Johnson at the Omni Dallas just ten days away, Luncheon Co-Chairs Gina Betts and Lisa Cooley have just revealed the raffle packages that include everything from court-side seats to an Aspen getaway.The packages include the following:Life is Better in the Mountains — One week at St. Regis in … [Read more...] about Gateway To Opportunity Luncheon Raffle Packages Range From Courtside Seats To Rocky Mountain Highs
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Gateway To Opportunity
According to Gateway to Opportunity Luncheon Co-Chair Gina Betts and Lisa Cooley,Family Gateway is excited to have Earvin “Magic” Johnson, NBA legend, philanthropist, and business powerhouse, as keynote speaker for the Gateway to Opportunity Luncheon on Friday, October 19. Proceeds from the luncheon will support Family Gateway’s mission to provide stability and … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Gateway To Opportunity
Family Gateway And NorthPark Center Are Partnering Up In August For Homeless Kids In Need Of School Basics
August is in the headlights and so are school days. Don’t you know that Office Depot and Bed, Bath and Beyond staffers are bracing for kids and parents flooding in for highfalutin supplies and knickknacks. But there are youngsters who consider the basics like school uniforms and school supplies to be a luxury. One such group is made up of the clients of Family Gateway, where … [Read more...] about Family Gateway And NorthPark Center Are Partnering Up In August For Homeless Kids In Need Of School Basics
JUST IN: Lisa And Kenny Troutt To Serve As Gateway To Opportunity Luncheon Honorary Co-Chairs
After finger crossing, hollering and smiling about their Justify’s joining the Triple Crown corral, Lisa and Kenny Troutt have been celebrating big time. Kenny even fessed up that “I’m worn out!”But after making their victory lap, they’ve just accepted Gateway to Opportunity Luncheon Co-Chairs Gina Betts’ and Lisa Cooley’s ask to be the luncheon's honorary co-chairs … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Lisa And Kenny Troutt To Serve As Gateway To Opportunity Luncheon Honorary Co-Chairs
JUST IN: Basketball Legend Earvin “Magic” Johnson To Keynote Family Gateway’s Fifth Annual Gateway To Opportunity Luncheon
There was a time when Earvin “Magic” Johnson was not the legendary point guard for the LA Lakers. Rather, he was just one of several children living with their folks in Lansing, Michigan, where his dad, Earvin Johnson Sr., worked two jobs — on the assembly line at General Motors and collecting garbage. His mom, Christine Johnson, was a school custodian during the day and took … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Basketball Legend Earvin “Magic” Johnson To Keynote Family Gateway’s Fifth Annual Gateway To Opportunity Luncheon