According to WeBUILT DFW’s Senior Vice-President Lindsay Langton, “The statistics are staggering, yet virtually unknown to the general population. Many have heard of the meteoric rise in autism rates, but few have heard of the housing crisis affecting this population. For instance, of adults with autism, only a small percentage (19%) live outside their parent’s home. The … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: WeBUILT DFW
North Texas Giving Day
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Shakespeare Dallas
According to Shakespeare Dallas’ Interim Executive And Artistic Director Jenni Stewart, “As the summer sun sets over North Texas, a different kind of star lights up the night sky—the spirit of giving! Every year, Communities Foundation of Texas’ North Texas Giving Day transforms our community, and for Shakespeare Dallas, it’s nothing short of a dream. “North Texas Giving … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Shakespeare Dallas
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: PrideRock Wildlife Refuge
According to PrideRock Wildlife Refuge Marketing Director Kayla McCain, "It’s no secret that humans are fascinated by lions, tigers and other big cats. These majestic creatures captivate our imaginations, but it’s important to remember that wild animals are not meant to be pets, especially when big cats in the US face substantial challenges. Today, the estimated big cat … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: PrideRock Wildlife Refuge
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Frisco Women’s League
According to the Frisco Women's League VP of Development Mache’ Milhauser, “In 2002, seven neighborhood women set out on a mission to improve their community by volunteering and serving local nonprofits. They decided to take their vision a step further, leading to the founding of the Frisco Women’s League (FWL). Today, FWL boasts a membership of over 250 volunteers, with our … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Frisco Women’s League
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Laughter League
According to Laughter League’s Co-Founder and CEO Tiffany Riley, “One of the most magical moments for Laughter League is when a busload of burn survivors arrives at Camp John Marc for a week of summer camp. The kids exit the bus in long sleeves and hoodies, covering their scars and feeling self-conscious about how they look. By the end of the first day, they are all wearing … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Laughter League
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: North Texas Disability Chamber
According to North Texas Disability Chamber’s President And CEO Dylan M. Rafaty, “In today’s world, it does not adapt to the disability community but instead we must adapt to the world. The disability community is often overlooked and has faced difficult challenges. Some of these include the lack of prioritizing accessibility in physical and digital settings, promoting … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: North Texas Disability Chamber
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: New Life Cat Rescue
According to New Life Cat Rescue’s Foster Coordinator and Medical Director Christy Gann, “Artie was a beautiful orange cat who loved to roam the streets of his neighborhood, chasing birds and basking in the sun. One fateful day, as he was crossing the road, a speeding car came out of nowhere and struck him, leaving him paralyzed from the waist down. “Fortunately, a … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: New Life Cat Rescue
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Thinkatorium
According to Thinkatorium’s President Kate Van Dellen, "It just takes one moment to turn the light bulb of hope on for a student. I teach at University of Texas at Arlington and hear time and time again from my first-generation college students that a special field trip or cool event ignited their passion for problem-solving. They became lifelong learners. “Thinkatorium … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Thinkatorium
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: She Supply
According to She Supply’s Chairwoman Denise Angarola, “One in three low-income North Texas women miss work and girls miss school monthly because they can’t afford or access feminine hygiene or ‘period’ products. So, in 2024, She Supply is working to distribute one million period products to women and girls living in poverty. “In addition to the more than 150,000 … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: She Supply
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Jubilee Park And Community Center
According to Jubilee Park And Community Center’s President and CEO Marissa Castro Mikoy, “In the heart of Southeast Dallas lies Jubilee Park, where, for many of our residents, a single line in their address—their zip code—can drastically alter the course of their lives. In our historically underserved 62-block neighborhood, due to physical barriers like I-30 cutting off … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Jubilee Park And Community Center
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Legacy Cares
According to Legacy Cares Director of Development Jennifer Firmin, “Imagine you are sitting in a doctor’s office, and you just received a diagnosis that will change your life forever. A diagnosis that is so stigmatized by society that you would regret it if other people found out. And then you begin to spiral, thinking about what treatment is going to cost and who will be in … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Legacy Cares