Not every non-profit can celebrate 25 years of success or attract a who's who of Dallas to its silver jubilee. But the Center for BrainHealth at the University of Texas at Dallas did both on Wednesday, April 24, at the swank Hotel Swexan in the Harwood District. There, 200 or so guests gathered on the boutique hotel's sixth floor to enjoy the Center's 25th Celebration Gala, … [Read more...] about Guests Made A ‘Rainbow Connection’ At The Center For BrainHealth’s 25th Celebration Gala
Keana Meyer
Once Out Of “The Stall,” The Equest Fashion Show Ponied Up With A Sold-Out Success
It seems that Brook Hollow had made some changes to its two-lane entry. Now one lane was dedicated to “members only,” and the other was for guests. But having only one lane open for the Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon and Fashion Show on Tuesday, October 4, caused a bit of an unexpected challenge. One guest was seen parking at a store across Harry Hines and then walking over … [Read more...] about Once Out Of “The Stall,” The Equest Fashion Show Ponied Up With A Sold-Out Success
Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Fashion Kicks Off Fashionably With Mini Hooves And A Rose
While the Highland Park Village restaurant patios were in overdrive celebrating Cinco de Mayo, a couple of miniature horses — Dare and Ranger – were stopping pedestrian traffic in the courtyard alongside the Lela Rose salon where Lela Rose GM Jessica Smotherman was hosting an event on Thursday, May 5. The little hooved critters were on site to support Equest Women’s … [Read more...] about Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Fashion Kicks Off Fashionably With Mini Hooves And A Rose
2021 Crystal Charity Ball Brought “Peace, Love, London” Across The Pond For Dallas Children Charities
When the 2020 Crystal Charity Ball’s “Majestic Britannia” had to be canceled due to COVID three months out, 2021 CCB Chair Leslie Diers did the pandemic pivot. With her love of music, and realizing that event producer Tom Addis had already started focusing on across the pond, she decided to keep the British feel but with a bit of Carnaby Street added in. The result was “Peace, … [Read more...] about 2021 Crystal Charity Ball Brought “Peace, Love, London” Across The Pond For Dallas Children Charities
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2021 Crystal Charity Ball’s Peace, Love, London
While 2020 Crystal Charity Ball Chair Tucker Enthoven had high hopes for her “Majestic Britannia” theme gala, her valiant effort fell victim to COVID preventing the gathering from taking place. But 2021 CCB Chair Leslie Diers picked up the British vibe and added her own spin. Instead of the “majestic” feel of Windsors grandeur, Leslie opted for “Peace, Love, London” saluting … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2021 Crystal Charity Ball’s Peace, Love, London
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2020 Crystal Charity Ball
The 2020 Crystal Charity Ball’s South American Mosaic transported 1,635 black tie supporters of Dallas County charities down south of the equator on Saturday, December 7. From the moment guests walked along the entry hallway of the Hilton Anatole, the three models costumed like a jaguar, butterfly and colorful bird on platforms in a lush jungle setting literally had even the … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2020 Crystal Charity Ball
MySweetWishList: Genesis Women’s Shelter And Support
According to Genesis Women’s Shelter And Support Alliance Board President Keana Meyer, “At Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support, our mission year-round is to provide safety, shelter and support for women who have experienced domestic violence. One way we do this is by providing our clients with gift cards. These empower our clients by allowing them to fill up their … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Genesis Women’s Shelter And Support
A Heady Crowd Gathers For New Friends New Life’s 2019 Platinum Dinner
Nearly 110 guests gathered at the downtown Dallas headquarters of Hunt Consolidated Inc. on Thursday, October 10, for New Friends New Life's 2019 Platinum Dinner. It was an exclusive, celebratory event, held upstairs in the skyscraper's "Commons" space, in advance of the nonprofit's annual luncheon the next day. NFNL, whose mission focuses on empowering trafficked … [Read more...] about A Heady Crowd Gathers For New Friends New Life’s 2019 Platinum Dinner
Humble Beginnings Luncheon Committee Kicks Off Plans With Day Of Service At Austin Street Center
Humble Beginnings Luncheon Co-Chairs Gina Landry and Keana Meyer decided to try something different to rally their committee for the Austin Street Center fundraiser. They had 'em come and pitch in for a day of service and a tour of the facility that has an emergency shelter that serves men, ages 45 and older, and women, ages 18 and older since 1983. They also heard about the … [Read more...] about Humble Beginnings Luncheon Committee Kicks Off Plans With Day Of Service At Austin Street Center
JUST IN: Austin Street Center To Celebrate 35th Anniversary With Bob Goff At Humble Beginnings Luncheon
Back in 1983 the Austin Street Center was created with the mission to provide safe shelter and basic needs for individuals seeking a permanent place to call home. Today the downtown shelter provides more than 400 people with such services as shelter, food, clothing, health and mental health services. To kick off its 35th anniversary year, Austin Street Center will get things … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Austin Street Center To Celebrate 35th Anniversary With Bob Goff At Humble Beginnings Luncheon
ProtectHER Awards—And A Zany ‘Waiter’ Act—Enliven New Friends New Life’s 20th Anniversary Platinum Dinner
On the ground floor of the strikingly modern Hunt Consolidated building in downtown Dallas, the movers and shakers were out in force on the evening of Thursday, November 8. They'd gathered for New Friends New Life's 20th Anniversary Platinum Dinner, an important occasion for a consequential group of top sponsors—and an event that turned out to be leavened with some unexpected … [Read more...] about ProtectHER Awards—And A Zany ‘Waiter’ Act—Enliven New Friends New Life’s 20th Anniversary Platinum Dinner