My Sweet Charity

An Ongoing Conversation For the Good Of Dallas

Sandra Fite

2019 Fur Ball Was A Purr-fect Tail-Wagging Success For The SPCA Of Texas

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SPCA of Texas' black-tie guests immediately knew they were in the right place when they beheld the Hyatt Regency Canine Ambassador Leo, all dressed up and welcoming tummy rubs at the head of the escalator on Saturday, September 21, for the 2019 Fur Ball.  And that was just the beginning of the night for humans to raise funds for critters in need of adoption and rescue. Here's a … [Read more...] about 2019 Fur Ball Was A Purr-fect Tail-Wagging Success For The SPCA Of Texas

SPCA Of Texas’ Big News About New Leadership Was Sprung On 2019 Fur Ball Patrons

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When the 2019 Fur Ball patrons gathered at Milan Design + Build's mansion on Thursday, September 12, they had more than fine food and beautiful surroundings. In addition to an award being presented to Jan and Trevor Rees-Jones, there was news about the the SPCA of Texas' permanent leadership. Here's a report from the field: It was a night of champagne, cheers and celebration … [Read more...] about SPCA Of Texas’ Big News About New Leadership Was Sprung On 2019 Fur Ball Patrons

MySweetCharity Opportunity: SPCA Of Texas’ Fur Ball

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According to 2019 Fur Ball Auction Chair Sandra Fite, I am thrilled to serve as the auction chair for the fourth year in a row for the SPCA of Texas’ annual Fur Ball gala! I am confident this year will be just as magical as last year with another upcoming sellout! Please mark your calendars for Saturday, September 21, from 6:30 p.m. until midnight at the Hyatt Regency … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: SPCA Of Texas’ Fur Ball

Three Pups Were The Top Dogs At Stanley Korshak For 2019 Fur Ball Kick Off

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Ares, Poseidon and Dionysus were on their best behavior Thursday, April 11. After all, it's not every day a puppy is a pooch-of-honor at Stanley Korshak. The occasion was the kick-off party for the 2019 Fur Ball. Joining the adoptable pups were 2019 Fur Ball Chairing Paynes (John and Lana Payne and Katherine and Jacob Payne), last year's Co-Chairs Cindy Lindsley and Jennifer … [Read more...] about Three Pups Were The Top Dogs At Stanley Korshak For 2019 Fur Ball Kick Off

MySweetCharity Opportunity: 2018 Fur Ball

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According to Fur Ball 2018 Chair Cindy Lindsley and Co-Chair Jennifer Lindsley, “Fur Ball is the SPCA of Texas’ premier event that raises funds to help rescue, rehabilitate and find new homes for thousands of animals across North Texas. We are thrilled to serve as co-chairs as the organization celebrates its 80th Anniversary. With Honorary Chairs, President and Mrs. George … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: 2018 Fur Ball

2018 Fur Ball Kick-Off Party Had A Lot Of Hugging Going On

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Stanley Korshak main man Crawford Brock definitely picked the wrong time to take off the first week of May. He missed the SPCA of Texas' 2018 Fur Ball kick off party on Thursday, May 3. The place was jamming indoors and especially outdoors where the SPCA pooches were checking out prospective human companions. While the huggable puppies got a lot of being picked up by folks like … [Read more...] about 2018 Fur Ball Kick-Off Party Had A Lot Of Hugging Going On

Former First Lady Laura Bush And President George W. Bush To Serve As 2018 Fur Ball Honorary Co-Chairs For SPCA’s 80th Anniversary

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2018 Fur Ball Chair Cindy Lindsley and Co-Chair Jennifer Lindsley are howling about the news that former First Lady Laura and President George W. Bush have signed as the honorary co-chairs for the SPCA of Texas gala fundraiser at the Hyatt Regency Dallas on Saturday, September 22. If you're wondering if the First Bushes of Dallas are animal lovers, stop wondering. … [Read more...] about Former First Lady Laura Bush And President George W. Bush To Serve As 2018 Fur Ball Honorary Co-Chairs For SPCA’s 80th Anniversary

2017 Fur Ball Team Reports At Kick-Off Party That The SPCA Of Texas Fundraiser Will Be “Reigning Cats And Dogs” Come September

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The two-legged critters got together at Highland Park Village's Alice And Olivia to dine, shop and learn about plans for the black-tie 2017 Fur Ball. Needless to say, guests were purring with approval when details of the SPCA of Texas fundraiser were revealed. Here's a report from the field: Friends of Fur Ball gathered on a lovely spring evening at Alice and Olivia at … [Read more...] about 2017 Fur Ball Team Reports At Kick-Off Party That The SPCA Of Texas Fundraiser Will Be “Reigning Cats And Dogs” Come September

SPCA Of Texas’ Fur Ball Was A Howling Success And A Purr-fect Delight Despite A Glitch In A Donkey Offering

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Sometimes the best intentions have a glitch or two. And when you’re dealing with animals, it usually ends up bringing smiles to the face or chuckles. Such was the situation at the SPCA of Texas’ Fur Ball on Saturday, September 24, at the Omni Dallas Hotel. It seems that the evening’s emcee offered to be photographed wearing a faux donkey’s head with the winning bidder. The … [Read more...] about SPCA Of Texas’ Fur Ball Was A Howling Success And A Purr-fect Delight Despite A Glitch In A Donkey Offering

Suzanne And David Palmlund Opened Their Swiss Avenue Estate For Fur Ball Patrons To Learn About New Live Auction Items

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Wednesdays are showing all the signs of becoming the new Thursday. And as anyone who has a Daytimer knows, Thursday has evolved into a true-blue workout for fundraisers. But on Wednesday, September 14, North Texas was in overdrive with fundraiser types scrambling around. The Cattle Baronesses were at Jimmy Choo checking out the most showy high steppers. It was perfectly timed … [Read more...] about Suzanne And David Palmlund Opened Their Swiss Avenue Estate For Fur Ball Patrons To Learn About New Live Auction Items

The Animal Loving Crowd Shopped Jimmy Choos Heels In Preparation For The Annual Fur Ball

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Nancy Rogers had her work cut out for her on Wednesday, April 6. She had a full evening of fundraising rounds to make and the very first stop was Highland Park Village's Jimmy Choo to check out the footwear goodies benefiting the SPCA of Texas. Here's a report from the field: The gorgeous and well-heeled mingled with the latest pumps, platforms and peep-toes at the Jimmy … [Read more...] about The Animal Loving Crowd Shopped Jimmy Choos Heels In Preparation For The Annual Fur Ball