To be a part of the Exhibition Ambassadors Luncheon on Monday, May 13, cost a very pretty Cleveland or two. But it was so very worth it for those who love fashion, art and/or history. Not only did the occasion provide a first lingering look at the spectacular Dallas Museum of Art's "Dior: From Paris To The World," it also included a fabulous luncheon and a chat between Dior … [Read more...] about Dior Himself Would Have Declared The Exhibition Ambassadors Luncheon “C’est Magnifique”
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A Computer Glitch Didn’t Throw A Hitch In 28th Annual Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary Fashion Show And Luncheon
No one would have suspected that the Salvation Army DFW Metroplex Command had had an overnight nightmare on Tuesday, May 7. But, as guests arrived at the Winspear Opera House for the 28th Annual Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary Fashion Show and Luncheon, the ladies and gents of the local Salvation Army were still recovering from their computers being cruelly hacked the day … [Read more...] about A Computer Glitch Didn’t Throw A Hitch In 28th Annual Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary Fashion Show And Luncheon
JUST IN: Jessica And Dirk Nowitzki To Be 2019 North Texas Giving Day Honorary Co-Chairs
Jessica Nowitzki and her husband former NBA Dallas Mavericks Dirk Nowitzki just think he’s retired from the limelight. Instead they will be a part of one of the country’s biggest fundraising programs — Communities Foundation of Texas’ 2019 North Texas Giving Day.Jessica and Dirk will serve as the honorary co-chairs of the 18-hour marathon fundraiser benefiting thousands of … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Jessica And Dirk Nowitzki To Be 2019 North Texas Giving Day Honorary Co-Chairs
Nancy And Jack Zogg And The David M. Crowley Foundation To Be Honored At Leave A Legacy Dinner
When Leave A Legacy Dinner Chair Kathi Shuford announced that former first lady Laura Bush would be the keynoter for The Magdalen House fundraiser on Thursday, October 3, she hinted that there would be additional news to come.Well, that news has arrived. Presented by the Ben E. Keith Company Foundation, the dinner will honor the recipients of The Advocacy Award and The … [Read more...] about Nancy And Jack Zogg And The David M. Crowley Foundation To Be Honored At Leave A Legacy Dinner
Area Philanthropists Celebrate Amazing $40M+ Campaign Achieved For Moody Center For Breast Health
Nancy Strauss Halbreich and Carol Seay looked like a couple of squeeze toys as guests congratulated them on their fundraising for the Parkland's Moody Center for Breast Health. The squeezing took place at Harlan Crow's library on Thursday, April 11.Thanks to a lead gift of $15M from the Moody Foundation and donations of $100K and more from Vicki and Peter Bartholow, … [Read more...] about Area Philanthropists Celebrate Amazing $40M+ Campaign Achieved For Moody Center For Breast Health
Nancy Strauss Halbreich Accepts 2019 J. Erik Jonsson Ethic Award With A World-Class Grace
As the Texas Rangers were kicking off the last season at Globe Life Park against Chicago Cubs on Thursday, March 28, the SMU campus was filling with Lexuses, Mercedes and all types of high brows. It’s too bad the Rangers didn’t have Nancy Strauss Halbreich batting. In addition to being SMU’s 2019 J. Erik Jonsson Ethics Awardee, she literally proved to be the MVP at the annual … [Read more...] about Nancy Strauss Halbreich Accepts 2019 J. Erik Jonsson Ethic Award With A World-Class Grace
Pooches, Purple And A Happy Surprise Helped The SPCA Of Texas Celebrate At Its 80th Anniversary Fur Ball
Russell “Rusty” Dealey’s home is an all-guy place with five male cats and boy bunnies. While all the critters are rescues, only one has three legs. His name on the books is Tripod, but in the household he’s known as Muffin. The eight-year-old cat came into Rusty’s life when SPCA supporter Mary Spencer invited Rusty to meet him. It was a connection for life.And while he … [Read more...] about Pooches, Purple And A Happy Surprise Helped The SPCA Of Texas Celebrate At Its 80th Anniversary Fur Ball
2018 Fur Ball Patron Party Was A Home Run At Jan And Trevor Rees-Jones Estate With A Former First Couple In The House
SPCA of Texas Senior VP of Development Debra Burns looked downright giddy at the front door of Jan and Trevor Rees-Jones’ home on Wednesday, September 12. And, she had every right to. After all, the Saturday, September 22, 2018 Fur Ball celebrating the SPCA’s 80th anniversary with former first couple Laura and George W. Bush was sold out. And, adding to the home-run effort was … [Read more...] about 2018 Fur Ball Patron Party Was A Home Run At Jan And Trevor Rees-Jones Estate With A Former First Couple In The House
Sold-Out Alert!: 2018 Fur Ball
If you had promised your pooch or kitty that you were going to buy a ticket and support their SPCA pals by going to the Fur Ball on Saturday, September 22, you’re barking up a sold out tree. Celebrating the SPCA's 80th anniversary, the gala at the Hyatt Regency Dallas with Laura and George Bush serving as honorary co-chairs is a done deal.BTW, back in White House days … [Read more...] about Sold-Out Alert!: 2018 Fur Ball
North Texas Giving Day Booster Series Kicks Off Monday
While the Bed Bath & Beyond and Office Depot staffs are bracing up for the onslaught of back-to-school shoppers, folks at the Communities Foundation of Texas are in the final stages preparing for their annual mega one-day money raiser — North Texas Giving Day.It’s hard to imagine that first outing in 2009, when 6.5K gifts resulted in $4M for just 345 … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster Series Kicks Off Monday
MySweetCharity Opportunity: 2018 Fur Ball
According to Fur Ball 2018 Chair Cindy Lindsley and Co-Chair Jennifer Lindsley,“Fur Ball is the SPCA of Texas’ premier event that raises funds to help rescue, rehabilitate and find new homes for thousands of animals across North Texas. We are thrilled to serve as co-chairs as the organization celebrates its 80th Anniversary. With Honorary Chairs, President and Mrs. George … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: 2018 Fur Ball