According to The Senior Source President and CEO Stacey Paddock Malcolmson,“During the holiday season, the gifts of time spent with friends and family often bring the most joy. For many seniors, though, the holidays can be a lonely time. The Senior Source works diligently to ensure older adults are not forgotten. Carolyn Moore best describes how we touch the lives of … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: The Senior Source’s Senior Companion Program
MySweetWishList
MySweetWishList: Trinity River Mission
According to Trinity River Mission CEO Gloria Lopez,“My holiday wish is simple: to make sure that every student who wants to come to Trinity River Mission (TRM) every day to help themselves will have the resources and opportunities they need to do so.“Just look at 10th grader, Kamryn. Just one year ago, he found himself standing ten feet away from his uncle being … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Trinity River Mission
MySweetWishList: Resource Center’s Youth First Program
According to Resource Center volunteer Heather Alexander,"If it weren’t for Youth First, my best friend might not be here today. Resource Center’s Youth First program serving middle and high school aged lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer/questioning (LGBTQ) youth ages 12 to 18, is the only program of its kind in North Texas. It equips youth with the skills … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Resource Center’s Youth First Program
MySweetWishList: Women’s Auxiliary To Children’s Medical Center
According to Children's Medical Center's Women's Auxiliary President Lauren Swan,"The Women’s Auxiliary to Children’s Medical Center is proud to be a pillar of donor support for more than half a century. Part of our work is to call the community to join us in supporting this wonderful institution and the care and comfort it provides to families. We have seen firsthand how … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Women’s Auxiliary To Children’s Medical Center
MySweetWishList: Momentous Institute
According to 2018 Changing the Odds Dinner Co-Chairs Connie O’Neill and Dick Skorburg,"It was an honor to serve as event chairs for this year’s Changing the Odds Dinner to kick-off Momentous Institute’s 7th annual education and mental health conference."Dallas has one of the greatest income disparities in the country, with nearly one-third of Dallas County … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Momentous Institute
MySweetWishList: Texas Discovery Gardens
According to Texas Discovery Gardens Director of Education Erin Shields,“Dallas area children need out-of-school, immersive experiences in science. However, the cost of such outings are often not within a school’s field trip budget. This scholarship fund allows more teachers the opportunity to bring their students to these significant science experiences. To date, 8,705 … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Texas Discovery Gardens
MySweetWishList: DIFFA/Dallas Young Professionals Winter Warmup
According to DIFFA/Dallas Young Professionals Branding/Marketing Chair Darrell Thomas,“This holiday season, the DIFFA/Dallas Young Professionals Program wanted to fulfill a goal of providing more support to North Texas AIDS Service Organizations. While planning the 2018-2019 season, the leadership team thought the best way to help others was to make sure they are warm … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: DIFFA/Dallas Young Professionals Winter Warmup
MySweetWishList: Community Partners Of Dallas 2018 Toy Drive
According to Community Partners of Dallas CEO/President Paige McDaniel,“Community Partners of Dallas’ annual toy drive is now underway and this year we have a record-breaking number of wish requests, over 800 more than last year, for the abused and neglected children we serve.“CPD is accepting donations of new toys through Friday, December 7. With more than 9,300 wishes … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Community Partners Of Dallas 2018 Toy Drive
2018 MySweetWishList Kicks Off Monday
While some folks are in turkey recovery and others are hitting stores to gobble up bargains, the annual “MySweetWishList” series will kick off Monday. Just as in years past, it provides North Texans a chance to learn about nonprofits and their needs as 2018 ends.There will be some wishes from very familiar organizations; there will be others that may be new to folks. The … [Read more...] about 2018 MySweetWishList Kicks Off Monday
MySweetWishList: Gateway To Opportunity Luncheon
According to Gateway To Opportunity Luncheon Co-Chairs Gina Betts and Lisa Cooley,“Sadly, in our community, more than 3,600 families with children seek our help annually because of a housing crisis. Unfortunately the number of children and families that are homeless or on the edge of homelessness is growing at a record pace. With only 110 emergency … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Gateway To Opportunity Luncheon
MySweetWishList: 2018 Crystal Charity Ball
According to 2018 Crystal Charity Ball Chair Claire Emanuelson,“There is a saying that ‘no one stands as tall as he who stoops to help a child.’ That summarizes my wish for the holiday season and the new year. The Crystal Charity Ball committee’s sole purpose is to serve the children of Dallas. "Since 1952, the Crystal Charity Ball has benefited 167 children’s … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: 2018 Crystal Charity Ball