My Sweet Charity

An Ongoing Conversation For the Good Of Dallas

Kathleen LaValle

2018 Parade Of Playhouse’s Bro’s Diner Winner Already Had A Chef In Residence

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Britt and Will Salisbury took a chance. Their son (and Nerf fan) William Salisbury, age 3, really, really wanted the Nerf Ninja Warrior Challenge house that was in Dallas CASA's 2018 Parade of Playhouses. But then, that Bro’s Diner playhouse was awfully cute, too. And besides, dad Will was a chef at Bouillon. So, a decision was made to pool the family resources, with the … [Read more...] about 2018 Parade Of Playhouse’s Bro’s Diner Winner Already Had A Chef In Residence

Cherish the Children Luncheon Made An “Impact” With “Trucks” Netting $130,000 For Dallas CASA

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Surrounded by the Cherish The Children Luncheon VIPs in the Omni Dallas’ Southside Room, Anthony Trucks looked right at home with locals like Erin Finegold White, Alison Panasik, Patty Leyendecker, Christie Carter, Caroline Rose Hunt, Dedie Leahy and Luncheon Co-Chairs Erin Jesberger and Aubrey Labanowski on Monday, April 9. Little did many of them know that the night before, … [Read more...] about Cherish the Children Luncheon Made An “Impact” With “Trucks” Netting $130,000 For Dallas CASA

Texas Gov. Gregg Abbott Accepts Champion Of Freedom Award At Dallas CASA And Announces New Efforts To Fight Human Trafficking

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Dallas CASA President/Executive Director Kathleen LaValle and her crew had the Dallas CASA headquarters all spiffed up on Thursday, February 8. After all, it's not every day that Texas Gov. Gregg Abbott is going to be in the house to receive the Champion of Freedom Award from the North Texas Coalition Against Human Trafficking with loads of politicos and North Texas leaders … [Read more...] about Texas Gov. Gregg Abbott Accepts Champion Of Freedom Award At Dallas CASA And Announces New Efforts To Fight Human Trafficking

Champions For Children Award Dinner Honored Junior League Of Dallas And Learned The Impact Of Dallas CASA From A Former Client

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Celebrating its 20th anniversary at the Fairmont, Dallas CASA's Champion of Children Award Dinner proved to be both a celebration for those providing foster children protection in the legal system, as well as emphasizing the long-term results of the program.  On Thursday, November 16, guests at the annual dinner included a large contingency from the Junior League of Dallas … [Read more...] about Champions For Children Award Dinner Honored Junior League Of Dallas And Learned The Impact Of Dallas CASA From A Former Client

Dallas CASA Classic Golf Tournament Results In A Record-Breaking $2M Check For Dallas CASA

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The Dallas CASA folks have had a great week, thanks to golf. No, Dallas CASA Executive Director/President Kathleen LaValle has not been taking lessons from Jordan Spieth. Rather, she was presented a check for an eye-popping $2M resulting from AT&T, Goldman Sachs and Pioneer Natural Resources hosting the 20th annual Dallas CASA Classic. With 700 golfers coming … [Read more...] about Dallas CASA Classic Golf Tournament Results In A Record-Breaking $2M Check For Dallas CASA

Dallas CASA’s Cherish The Children Patron Party Had Cars Lined Up In Linda And Rob Swartz’s Driveway And On The Street

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The Cherish the Children Patron Party proved to be a traffic jam on Tuesday, April 4. While the early-bird arrivals were nestled on the terrace of Linda and Rob Swartz’s home, others left their cars with engines running in the circular driveway and on the street. Organizers admitted that the valets had a distance to park the cars. On the other hand, one valet claimed … [Read more...] about Dallas CASA’s Cherish The Children Patron Party Had Cars Lined Up In Linda And Rob Swartz’s Driveway And On The Street

MySweetWishList: Dallas CASA

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According to Dallas CASA Executive Director and President Kathleen LaValle, "Sixteen-year-old Daniella grew up in a chaotic environment filled with drinking, domestic violence, poverty and hopelessness. Up to 16 people lived in her tiny, wood-frame house at one time. "Daniella was removed from home after her mother was arrested for driving drunk with Daniella’s four … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Dallas CASA

Attorneys Serving The Community Luncheon Provided Food For Thought Thanks To Speakers Steve Pemberton And Cynt Marshall

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There were a lot of lawyers MIA on Friday, June 10. Nearly a thousand to be exact. The cause for non-billing hours was the Attorneys Serving the Community annual luncheon at the Hilton Anatole benefiting Dallas CASA. It was a remarkable gathering thanks especially to keynote speaker Steve Pemberton, who not only understood the need for Dallas CASA but rose above his childhood … [Read more...] about Attorneys Serving The Community Luncheon Provided Food For Thought Thanks To Speakers Steve Pemberton And Cynt Marshall

2016 Parade Of Playhouses Brings Out The Competitive Spirit To Raise Funds For Dallas CASA At NorthPark

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Jeff Kindig of Harman is bound and determined to continue Harmon's reign as the Parade of Playhouses top builder. It was just last year when Jeff blew the Dallas CASA parade competition at NorthPark off the grid with Buckaroo Mountain Adventure house. But Friday as the 14 adorable mini-mansions were preparing for the official kick-off, the bearded Jeff found himself facing the … [Read more...] about 2016 Parade Of Playhouses Brings Out The Competitive Spirit To Raise Funds For Dallas CASA At NorthPark

Dallas CASA’s Cherish The Children Was Highlighted By Children’s Chairs, Author Laura McBride And Call-To-Arms For Volunteers

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Christie Carter was event juggling on Tuesday, April 5. At 11 a.m. She was part of the 2016 Celebrating Women Luncheon announcement at Neiman Marcus Downtown. But before the right official reveal was made, Christie was headed over to the Omni for the Dallas CASA Cherish the Children luncheon. Whew! That gal must have broken some record. She got there in time to check … [Read more...] about Dallas CASA’s Cherish The Children Was Highlighted By Children’s Chairs, Author Laura McBride And Call-To-Arms For Volunteers

Dallas CASA Has Two Opportunities For Your Consideration

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Dallas CASA is busy, busy, busy on two projects. First, there’s the free one. It’s a volunteer opportunity. Dallas CASA was selected as a pilot market to see if it is possible to “recruit a volunteer for every foster child who needs one in Dallas and throughout Texas.” The campaign is called “Every child has a chance — it’s you.” According to Dallas CASA Executive … [Read more...] about Dallas CASA Has Two Opportunities For Your Consideration