Born in Germany on October 21, 1940, when the country was occupied by the Nazis and before the U.S. entered World War II, Helga Feldman had a childhood that was spent in an orphanage until “a beloved aunt rescued her and brought her to America, where Helga lived the American dream.” As a grownup she got a job and received a call one day from a gentleman who worked across the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: KidneyTexas Inc.’s 2021 Runway Report Celebrates The Kindness Of An Orphan
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JUST IN: Lisa Loy Laughlin To Chair 2022 St. Valentine’s Day Fashion Show And Luncheon
No sooner had Lisa Loy Laughlin finished up co-chairing the Equest Gala this past Saturday at Texas Horse Park than she saddled up to ride herd on another fundraiser. It was just revealed that Lisa will be chairing the 2022 Saint Valentine’s Day Luncheon and Fashion show “Make a Statement.” In accepting the role, LLL said, “I am honored to serve as the 2022 St. Valentine’s … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Lisa Loy Laughlin To Chair 2022 St. Valentine’s Day Fashion Show And Luncheon
Equest Women’s Auxiliary Fashion Show Is “Back In The Saddle” With A Kick-Off Reception At Etro
As movers were outside Highland Park Village’s Balenciaga, the Equest Women’s Auxiliary “Back In The Saddle” Fashion Show and Lunch guests were heading straight to Etro Tuesday late afternoon for the kick-off reception. As guests like Elsa Norwood, Tiffany Divis, Emilynn Wilson, Nancy Bierman, Carol Huckin, Christine Vollmer, Vicky Lattner, Dawn Briggs and Lauren … [Read more...] about Equest Women’s Auxiliary Fashion Show Is “Back In The Saddle” With A Kick-Off Reception At Etro
The Layton Ladies (Beth And Katie) Are “Back In The Saddle” For Equest Women’s Auxiliary Fashion Show And Luncheon
For the Chinese calendar, 2021 is the Year of the Ox. For North Texas fundraising, it may be the Year of the Mother-Daughter.” In addition to the announcement that Debbie Snell and daughter Caroline Snell Wagner were on board for The Family Place’s 2021 Partners Card, the Equest Women Auxiliary is stampeding ahead with its mom-daughter powerhouse team of Beth Layton and Katie … [Read more...] about The Layton Ladies (Beth And Katie) Are “Back In The Saddle” For Equest Women’s Auxiliary Fashion Show And Luncheon
Change Of Plans Alert: 2021 St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon Transitions To A Virtual Experience
With the daily report of Tuesday's COVID-10 cases in Dallas County passing 3,500, the 2021 St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon team headed by Chair Melinda Knowles decided to join the rest of the spring North Texas fundraisers and go virtual. Not to worry, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of North Texas will still have a marvelous collection of fashions from Highland Park Village … [Read more...] about Change Of Plans Alert: 2021 St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon Transitions To A Virtual Experience
KidneyTexas Inc.’s Runway Report Came Together Remotely For Fashion, Food And Fundraising
KidneyTexas Inc. President Sandy Secor and The 2020 Runway Report Chair Sharon Ballew didn't let a little thing like a pandemic and its restrictions dim their mission to hold the annual fashion show/luncheon fundraiser. Working together with fashion producer Jan Strimple, Tootsies' team of Nerissa von Helpenstill and Dustin Holcomb, video producer Maurice Ballew and a bevy of … [Read more...] about KidneyTexas Inc.’s Runway Report Came Together Remotely For Fashion, Food And Fundraising
2021 St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon And Fashion Show Honorees, Fashions And Details Revealed
Last night the gals who hadn’t worn stilettos in ages were wobbling over the cobblestone driveway leading to the exquisite backyard of Marcia and Mark King’s Preston Hollow estate. The reason for the invitation-only, in-person, masked, outdoor gathering, co-chaired by Mason Custard, Pilar Henry, Marcia King and Sara Stroud, was for the kick-off of the 2021 St. Valentine’s Day … [Read more...] about 2021 St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon And Fashion Show Honorees, Fashions And Details Revealed
KidneyTexas’ Runway Report Is In Countdown Mode To Take Off With Awards, Fashions And Timely Raffle Items
KidneyTexas’ 21st Annual Runway Report is in the final stages of virtually taking off at 11 a.m.on Tuesday, September 22, at North Texas homes and businesses. KidneyTexas President Sandy Secor and Luncheon Chair Sharon Ballew along with Honorary Chair Jolie Humphrey have just sent word on this year’s awardees and final details for the fundraiser. Receiving the Sue … [Read more...] about KidneyTexas’ Runway Report Is In Countdown Mode To Take Off With Awards, Fashions And Timely Raffle Items
JUST IN: 2020 Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary Fashion Show And Luncheon Moves To 2021
The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary leadership 2019-2020 Auxiliary President Margaret Hancock and 2020-2021 Auxiliary President Lisa Singleton have been meeting about its upcoming Fashion Show and Luncheon. Like other nonprofits with fall fundraisers, they’ve been struggling on how to proceed. Originally scheduled to take place this past spring, it was postponed until the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2020 Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary Fashion Show And Luncheon Moves To 2021
KidneyTexas Inc.’s Runway Report Fashion Show And Luncheon To Carry On With A Couple Of Tweaks
Despite the coronavirus really having an impact on North Texans, it’s also stirred up a heck of a lot of creativity. Area nonprofits are coming up with all types of Plan B’s and Plan C’s to adjust to the ever-changing restrictions and safeguards. For instance, KidneyTexas Inc. was scheduled to have its annual Runway Report Fashion Show and Luncheon with … [Read more...] about KidneyTexas Inc.’s Runway Report Fashion Show And Luncheon To Carry On With A Couple Of Tweaks
Queenie Returns With Words Of Wisdom And Ideas From The Strimple
This morning, the doors to MySweetCharity global headquarters ripped open. In the doorway was the legendary Queenie*. Glowering at the scene of some elves in hazmats suits and others hiding under the sheets in their cots, she demanded, “What is going on? Did another tornado hit?” Elder Elf, who was in a bubble, floated over to Queenie, saying, “Ma’am, while you’ve been away, … [Read more...] about Queenie Returns With Words Of Wisdom And Ideas From The Strimple