My Sweet Charity

An Ongoing Conversation For the Good Of Dallas

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Dallas Historical Groups Honor Lindalyn Adams With Her Portrait At Old Red Courthouse

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If Dallas has a sweetheart, it’s Lindalyn Adams. And while, as one person said, she may not have been a native Dallasite, she got here as fast as possible. And in Lindalyn's case, she was three months old when her folks brought her to Big D. But from that time on she has been on a mission to celebrate and protect Dallas’ legacy.On Wednesday, September 11, more than 100 … [Read more...] about Dallas Historical Groups Honor Lindalyn Adams With Her Portrait At Old Red Courthouse

Before Shovels Turn Dirt, There Is A Backstory About “Hope” Coming To North Texas

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There's always a backstory. And when it comes to a capital campaign, it's a story that has been years in the making. Such was the case with the American Cancer Society's Hope Lodge coming to North Texas.Plans were announced in October 2012 by then-Baylor Health Care System President/CEO Joel Allison that “Baylor had been selected as not only the location of the newest Hope … [Read more...] about Before Shovels Turn Dirt, There Is A Backstory About “Hope” Coming To North Texas

2019 Celebrating Women Plans Announced At Kelly And Matt Valentine’s Showstopping Mansion

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It took Kelly and Matt Valentine just three years to build their breathtaking home overlooking Turtle Creek. With Muscovy Ducks and a swan floating below, their three-level Moroccan mansion with enough windows to make a Windex stockholder giddy had impressed their neighbors whose residence were showstoppers in their own right.On Wednesday, April 3, the Valentines hosted the … [Read more...] about 2019 Celebrating Women Plans Announced At Kelly And Matt Valentine’s Showstopping Mansion

Baylor Scott And White Dallas Foundation’s Philanthropic Leadership Awards Honor Jeff York’s Gift To ‘Help Cancer Patients Win’

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When 100 guests gathered for a reception and dinner at the Perkins + Will offices in downtown Dallas on Wednesday, February 20, they heard a remarkable story about the healing power of philanthropy. The occasion was the Philanthropic Leadership Awards presented by the Baylor Scott and White Dallas Foundation.According to Foundation President Rowland K. (Robin) Robinson, … [Read more...] about Baylor Scott And White Dallas Foundation’s Philanthropic Leadership Awards Honor Jeff York’s Gift To ‘Help Cancer Patients Win’

AI In Healthcare Was On The Menu For Baylor Scott and White Dallas Foundation Luncheon

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What did China have to do with the Baylor Scott and White Dallas Foundation Board quarterly luncheon on Tuesday, February 12? More about that later.The gathering of the guests like Trisha Wilson, Jill Smith, Charlie Brindell Jr., Dr. Bob Gunby, Julie Turner, Barry Andrews, Jim Lozier, Keenan Delaney, Steve Lieberman, Peggy and Dr. Leonard Riggs, Pierce Allman, Bob Kaminski … [Read more...] about AI In Healthcare Was On The Menu For Baylor Scott and White Dallas Foundation Luncheon

Eric Stonestreet Mixed Laughter And Tears In His Support For Battling Cancer At Celebrating Women Luncheon

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Everybody's had an Eric Stonestreet in their lives. He was the guy who wasn’t the high school quarterback; he wasn’t the valedictorian, but he was the fellow who always seemed to have a shoulder to cry on and as he gave you a hug, he made a comment that made you laugh. He also always had time for you.But Eric was also someone who, despite the chipper and compassionate … [Read more...] about Eric Stonestreet Mixed Laughter And Tears In His Support For Battling Cancer At Celebrating Women Luncheon

MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2018 Celebrating Women Luncheon

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Baylor Health Care System Foundation's 2018 Celebrating Women Luncheon guests made a new BFF on Thursday, October 25, at the Hilton Anatole. While some might have thought they would have been in the presence of “Modern Family’s” Cameron "Cam Tucker, they discovered the man behind the character — Eric Stonestreet, who was the perfect blend of laughter and tearing up.He … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2018 Celebrating Women Luncheon

2018 Celebrating Women Luncheon Patrons Were Honored For Supporting Breast Cancer Research

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It’s a funny thing about breast cancer. The disease isn’t picky. It doesn’t care if you were young or old, good or bad or even a woman. It just grinds away creating devastation in lives, whether it’s the patient's, the family's or future generations.That’s why the 2018 Celebrating Women Luncheon patron party on Tuesday, October 16, at Sara and Ross Perot Jr.’s … [Read more...] about 2018 Celebrating Women Luncheon Patrons Were Honored For Supporting Breast Cancer Research

Grovel Alert: 2018 Celebrating Women Luncheon

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Thanks to some very generous 2018 Celebrating Women Luncheon sponsors that "supported the luncheon and then donated their tables back," a few seats are available for Thursday's fundraiser benefiting Baylor Medical Health Care Foundation's fight against breast cancer.It's no surprise that the annual event has nearly sold out with Co-Chairs Pat McEvoy and Michal … [Read more...] about Grovel Alert: 2018 Celebrating Women Luncheon

Baylor Scott And White Sports Therapy And Research Center At The Star Dazzles Baylor Health Care System Foundation Board Members

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Breaking with the tradition of holding its quarterly board meeting at Baylor Charles A. Sammons Cancer Center, the Baylor Health Care System Foundation members headed their cars up north to The Star on Tuesday, September 11. The occasion wasn’t a workout with the Dallas Cowboys, but rather to see and learn about the gleaming new 375,000-square-foot Baylor Scott And White Sports … [Read more...] about Baylor Scott And White Sports Therapy And Research Center At The Star Dazzles Baylor Health Care System Foundation Board Members

JUST IN: “Modern Family’s” Eric Stonestreet (Aka Cam Tucker) Will Be On Stage For Celebrating Women Luncheon

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Some have been wondering how 2018 Celebrating Women Luncheon Co-Chairs Pat McEvoy and Michal Powell were going to top last year’s guest of honor Jamie Lee Curtis. It’s sounding like they did just that. The person they managed to land for the mega-fundraising luncheon on Thursday, October 25, at the Hilton Anatole is known for all of the following:Is one of Ellen … [Read more...] about JUST IN: “Modern Family’s” Eric Stonestreet (Aka Cam Tucker) Will Be On Stage For Celebrating Women Luncheon