Launched 15 years ago in 2008 to help the area's homeless, The Bridge Recovery Center (The Bridge) has added four new members to its board including Frank George, Darrell Guy, Dominique Torress Williams and Mari Woodlief. According to Board Chair Lynn McBee, "As we celebrate 15 years of serving those experiencing temporary or chronic homelessness, we look forward to growing … [Read more...] about Celebrating 15 Years Of Helping Area Homeless, The Bridge Recovery Center Adds Four Members To Its Board
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MySweetOpportunity: The Bullock State History Museum
According to The Bullock State History Museum Board Member Lisa Cooley, “Opened in 2001 as the official history museum of the State of Texas, The Bullock State History Museum engages the broadest possible audience to interpret the continually unfolding story of Texas through meaningful educational experiences. And what a story we Texans have to tell! “Earlier this year, I … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: The Bullock State History Museum
JUST IN: Condoleezza Rice To Keynote “Humble Beginnings” For Austin Street Center’s 40th Anniversary
While some may shy away from turning 40, Austin Street Center is celebrating its 40th anniversary at its "Humble Beginnings Luncheon" with a great lineup. Taking place at the Hilton Anatole on Friday, October 27, the fundraiser will be co-chaired by longtime supporters Ashlee and Chris Kleinert, and the keynote speaker will be the 66th Secretary of State, Condoleezza … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Condoleezza Rice To Keynote “Humble Beginnings” For Austin Street Center’s 40th Anniversary
Volunteer Now’s 2023 Hearts Of Texas Luncheon To Honor Lynn McBee, Dallas CASA And Dallas ISD
While the Mad Hatters will be raising champagne flutes and funds at the Arboretum on Thursday, April 20, VolunteerNow will be holding its 16th annual Hearts of Texas Luncheon at the Dallas Arts District Mansion. With the focus being on volunteerism’s power to shape the future, the keynote speaker will be Charles Schwab Premier Bank exec/former NFL linebacker Christian … [Read more...] about Volunteer Now’s 2023 Hearts Of Texas Luncheon To Honor Lynn McBee, Dallas CASA And Dallas ISD
Big Thought Is Thinking Big For Its 2023 Big Night Fundraiser At The Factory
Big Thought’s “Big Night 2023” is less than a month away and all the big elements are in place. Taking place at The Factory in Deep Ellum on Saturday, March 4, the fundraiser boasts leadership including Event Co-Chairs Lynn and Allan McBee and Christa and Ketric Sanford with Honorary Co-Chairs Sasha and DeMarcus Lawrence and Donna Wilhelm. Serving as host for the night … [Read more...] about Big Thought Is Thinking Big For Its 2023 Big Night Fundraiser At The Factory
New Friends New Life’s Annual Luncheon Scored A Home Run Thanks To Julia Ormand’s Advocacy
For some Julia Ormand gained fame for her roles in the glamorous entertainment business via such films as "Sabrina," "Legends of the Fall" and "First Knight." But that way of thinking took a major turn when she appeared as the keynote speaker for New Friends New Life's Annual Luncheon on Friday, November 4. Her advocacy for tackling the ugly issue of human trafficking is not … [Read more...] about New Friends New Life’s Annual Luncheon Scored A Home Run Thanks To Julia Ormand’s Advocacy
JUST IN: 2022 New Friends New Life ProtectHER Awardees Announced
New Friends New Life 2022 Luncheon Co-Chairs Kristi Sherrill Hoyl, Melissa Sherrill Martin and Katherine Wynne have just announced the 2022 ProtectHER Award recipients that will be honored at the fundraising luncheon at the Hyatt Regency Dallas on Friday, November 4. The honorees include Dr. Nissi Hamilton, Lynn McBee and Santander Consumer USA Foundation. In … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2022 New Friends New Life ProtectHER Awardees Announced
CBB Former Chair Luncheon Had Past Memories Of Legendary North Texas Fundraiser To Regale
As the Cattle Baron’s Ball approaches its 50th anniversary next year, the former CBB chairs were the guests at a luncheon in the Zodiac Room on Monday, May 9. Hosted by Neiman Marcus Downtown and coordinated by CBB Advisory Board and Past Ball Chair Liaison Co-Chairs Daniella Giglio and Melissa Sherrill Martin, the settings were beautiful with pink tablecloths, … [Read more...] about CBB Former Chair Luncheon Had Past Memories Of Legendary North Texas Fundraiser To Regale
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Cattle Baron’s Ball Former Chairmen’s Luncheon
Oh, if the walls could talk. But in the case of the former Cattle Baron’s Ball's Chairs’ Luncheon on Monday, May 9, at Neiman Marcus Downtown, the guests (Vicki Chapman, Janie Condon, Jennifer Dix, Tanya Foster, Leslie Fricke, Diana Hamilton, Olivia Kearney, Cindy Lindsley, Lynn McBee, Wendy Messmann, Mary Martha Pickens, KJ Sanger, Brooke Shelby, Lisa Shirley, Sunie Solomon, … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Cattle Baron’s Ball Former Chairmen’s Luncheon
Texas Women’s Foundation Didn’t Just Fiddle Around In Inspiring Guests With Uplifting Messages
At first glance, the Texas Women's Foundation's Leadership Forum and Awards Celebration may have seemed like a serious sit-down on Tuesday, April 26, at the Dallas Omni Hotel. However, the operative word was "celebration," which it was with music, dancing and laughter, plus a good shot of inspiration courtesy of keynote speaker Radha Agrawal and the 2022 Maura Women Helping … [Read more...] about Texas Women’s Foundation Didn’t Just Fiddle Around In Inspiring Guests With Uplifting Messages
Turtle Creek Conservancy’s 2022 Day At The Races Letter Signing Revealed A “True” Love Backstory
As Jennifer and Richard Dix’s household was juggling past oops and leading forth on Thursday, February 10, the street in front of their home was jammed with everything from constructions trucks to sedans. On the outside, workers repaired the house’s roof damaged from the previous week’s Winter Storm Landon. It seems that a major chunk of ice had plummeted onto the roof, … [Read more...] about Turtle Creek Conservancy’s 2022 Day At The Races Letter Signing Revealed A “True” Love Backstory