Watching a healthy, vivacious Katie Looney speaking in front of them on Tuesday, May 10, it may have been hard for attendees at the quarterly meeting of the Baylor Scott And White Dallas Foundation Board to imagine the elementary schoolteacher in the state she was back on Monday, January 13, 2021 — the victim of a harrowing car crash in Mejia, Texas, that had her vehicle … [Read more...] about Baylor Scott And White Dallas Foundation Board Meeting Hears A Tale Of Recovery Thanks To Technology — And Eternal Optimism
Ken Hersh
“Get Shift Done” Got It Done Thanks To A Couple Of Innovative Entrepreneurs And A Lot Of Smart Calls
Ross Perot Jr. was late getting to North Texas Food Bank (NTFB)’s Jan’s Garden late yesterday afternoon. He admitted that he’d “never really liked traffic ‘til currently, but now I see traffic and think ‘Wow, we’re getting back to normal.’” The occasion that drew Ross and other philanthropists and non-profits to the Plano site was the first anniversary of entrepreneurs … [Read more...] about “Get Shift Done” Got It Done Thanks To A Couple Of Innovative Entrepreneurs And A Lot Of Smart Calls
Communities Foundation Of Texas Reports Record-Breaking Grants In 2019 And New Board Leadership And Members
As 2019 is coming to an end, folks are reviewing the successes of the past year and announcing plans for 2020. Communities Foundation of Texas is leading the herd with Board Chair Jim Bass revealing that a record-breaking $118M in grants were made during the 2019 fiscal year benefiting the following areas: Education: 22% Religious activities: 16% Health and … [Read more...] about Communities Foundation Of Texas Reports Record-Breaking Grants In 2019 And New Board Leadership And Members
Communities Foundation Of Texas Starts 2019 With Three New Trustees, One Retiring Trustee And A 2018 Year-End Report
Communities Foundation of Texas has added three new members to its board of trustees — Matrice Ellis-Kirk, Gunjan Jain and Debra Brennan Tagg. According to CFT Board Chair Jim Bass, “We are fortunate to have outstanding business and community leaders who [have] accept[ed] the call to be trustees. The varied experience and knowledge that Matrice, Gunjan and Debra … [Read more...] about Communities Foundation Of Texas Starts 2019 With Three New Trustees, One Retiring Trustee And A 2018 Year-End Report
Housing Crisis Center’s Colors Of Courage 2017 Patriot Party Assists Homeless Vets Affected By The ‘Hidden Wounds Of War’
It's a disturbing fact, but Dallas is home to more than 1,000 homeless military veterans—and the number keeps rising. Every night, the Housing Crisis Center provides housing and support services to more than 100 vets and their families. So supporting these vets, and helping save them from a life of poverty and homelessness, was the purpose of the center's Colors of … [Read more...] about Housing Crisis Center’s Colors Of Courage 2017 Patriot Party Assists Homeless Vets Affected By The ‘Hidden Wounds Of War’
George W. Bush Presidential Center Adds Harlan Crow, Henry Hager, Joel Kaplan, David Miller And Pam Patsley To Its Board
Since its opening in 2013, the George W. Bush Presidential Center has been a gathering place for all types. From international leaders comparing notes to being a favorite spot for nonprofits to centerpiece their presentations, it’s made its mark on the landscape. To support such a world renowned operations requires a stellar group of board members. The following five new … [Read more...] about George W. Bush Presidential Center Adds Harlan Crow, Henry Hager, Joel Kaplan, David Miller And Pam Patsley To Its Board
Communities Foundation Of Texas Announces Distribution of $66M In 2012 And The Addition Of Two New Trustees
Communities Foundation of Texas is kicking off the week with lots of great news.First, let's talk about money. . . lots of money. CFT revealed that during 2012 it distributed $66 M to the community. How about a breakdown of how the money was spread out?Education: 33%Health and Scientific Research: 15%Religious Activities: 11%Housing and Human Services: 10%Community Improvement: … [Read more...] about Communities Foundation Of Texas Announces Distribution of $66M In 2012 And The Addition Of Two New Trustees