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MySweetWishList: The DEC Network

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According to The DEC Network Board Member Tracey Altman, “My wish is for donations to The Catalyst Fund, an investment in the entrepreneurial community that gives directly to entrepreneurs. “Close your eyes. Think about taking all the money in your savings out and placing it on a bet. Now imagine the bet is on you. Imagine your idea is exactly what consumers or businesses … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: The DEC Network

MySweetWishList: The Family Place

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According to The Family Place Board Member Lindsay Jacaman, “It's hard to believe that every third home in our community darkened by abuse. In fact, one in three women will be a victim of physical or sexual violence in their lifetime. During this pandemic, we have heard reports of domestic violence increasing throughout the world. At The Family Place our counselors know that … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: The Family Place

Change Of Plans Alert: MySweetWishList Series Extended To New Year’s Eve

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In a year when so many had such great needs, it’s no surprise that the MySweetWishList series has been overwhelmed. So much so that the original plan of having it end Christmas Eve has been extended to New Year’s Eve. If you haven’t gotten your wish in, send it lickety-split, keeping in mind the following: If you’re a North Texas 501 (c) 3 and want to get your message … [Read more...] about Change Of Plans Alert: MySweetWishList Series Extended To New Year’s Eve

MySweetWishList: Friends Of The Katy Trail

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According to Friends of the Katy Trail’s Membership Chair and 2021 Board President Eric Paulson, “Our holiday wish is that you support the Katy Trail with a new or renewed membership this month. “All of us at Friends of the Katy Trail are so appreciative of how Dallasites have recognized the importance of the Katy Trail to the mental and physical health of our … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Friends Of The Katy Trail

MySweetWishList: Hope Cottage

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According to Hope Cottage Board Member Heather Kahlfeldt, “Did you know that 1 in 5 of the Texas youth who age out of foster care at age 18 will become instantly homeless? The fact is, no one at any age is ready to ‘graduate’ from having a family. “That’s what our wish is at Hope Cottage – to give every child the opportunity to grow up in a loving family who will be by … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Hope Cottage

MySweetWishList: Folds Of Honor North Texas

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According to Folds Of Honor North Texas Board of Directors Chairman Mike Beltz, “The Folds of Honor North Texas proudly provided 118 scholarships totaling $590,000 in our North Texas Community in 2019. Unfortunately, COVID-19 has forced the cancellation of all of our annual chapter fundraising events this year including several third party fundraising events that we … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Folds Of Honor North Texas

MySweetWishList: Parkland Foundation

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According to Parkland Foundation Board Member Peter B. Bartholow, “It has never been more important than now to keep our community healthy! As the community’s public health system, Parkland Health And Hospital System is the foundation for a healthy Dallas. Parkland’s philosophy is to not only treat illness and injury, but to also prevent it. Parkland works tirelessly to … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Parkland Foundation

MySweetWish: The Dallas Opera

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According to The Dallas Opera Kern Wildenthal General Director/CEO Ian Derrer, “The holidays are both a time to recall the past and to look ahead with anticipation to the coming new year. “Throughout 2020, The Dallas Opera has been unable to present world-class live performances in the Winspear Opera House, due to the pandemic. But, in March 2021, we plan to be … [Read more...] about MySweetWish: The Dallas Opera

MySweetWish: Dallas Symphony Orchestra

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According to Dallas Symphony Orchestra Executive Board Member Quincy Roberts “The Dallas Symphony Orchestra is changing lives throughout our city, particularly in Southern Dallas where I grew up. Countless studies have shown the relationship between music education and academic achievement. Students who study music are more likely to find school engaging, attend college and … [Read more...] about MySweetWish: Dallas Symphony Orchestra

MySweetWishList: Camp Summit

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According to Camp Summit Board Of Director Member Meg Frainey, “Camp Summit began 73 years ago as Camp Soroptimist, to give individuals with a wide range of disabilities a camp where they could go and be accepted for who they are! “Each year, since that very first camp session of 19 campers, we’ve held overnight camp for individuals ranging in age from 6 to 99. Now each … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Camp Summit

MySweetWishList: Communities In School Dallas Region

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According to Communities In School Dallas Region Board Member G. Brint Ryan, “Join me in spreading joy and fulfilling needs this holiday season by ‘adopting’ a Dallas-area student. “Communities In Schools of the Dallas Region (CISDR) provides academic assistance, basic needs, and mental health support to students on high-need public school campuses across five counties in … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Communities In School Dallas Region