As guests streamed into the beautiful home of Jennifer and Walker Royall on Thursday, May 16, for the Cattle Baron's Ball Trailblazer's Party, many couldn't wait to have their photos taken with country singer Keith Urban.Well, not exactly with Keith himself, but with a life-sized, cardboard cutout of the Aussie star. Keith will be headlining, of course, at the 2019 Cattle … [Read more...] about Trailblazer’s Party At A “Royall” Spread Pumped Up Enthusiasm For The 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball
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31st Annual Children’s Cancer Fund Gala Was A True Family Affair
When Kimberly Schlegel Whitman chairs an event, she is known to bring all the right folks together. On Friday, April 26, she pulled out the big guns for the Children's Cancer Fund Annual Gala at the Hilton Anatole benefiting pediatric cancer research and treatment programs at Children's Health and UT Southwestern. Not only did Kim have Troy Aikman and Roger Staubach return as … [Read more...] about 31st Annual Children’s Cancer Fund Gala Was A True Family Affair
12th Annual Best Buddies Dallas Gala Had The Bomb Factory Looking Better Than Ever
Sure, Best Buddies was founded in 1989 by Kennedy family member Anthony K. Shriver to create opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. But in North Texas, it's been Shriver pals Jan Miller and Jeff Rich who've been the nonprofit's top champions from the get-go. The dynamic husband-and-wife team proved that nothing has changed on Saturday, … [Read more...] about 12th Annual Best Buddies Dallas Gala Had The Bomb Factory Looking Better Than Ever
JUST IN: Kimberly Schlegel Whitman To Chair Children’s Cancer Fund Gala On April 26 At The Anatole
Some two dozen kids with cancer got the thrill of their lives as they trooped up, one-by-one, to meet former Dallas Cowboys quarterbacks Roger Staubach and Troy Aikman this afternoon at Children's Medical Center. The occasion: a "model reveal and photo shoot" for the 31st annual Children's Cancer Fund Gala, which, it was announced, will be held on Friday, April 26, at the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Kimberly Schlegel Whitman To Chair Children’s Cancer Fund Gala On April 26 At The Anatole
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Association Of Fundraising Philanthropy Greater Dallas Luncheon
Once again the Association of Fundraising Philanthropy Greater Dallas Luncheon’s was totally upstaged by the cutest recipient. But this year there was a wrench thrown into the plans. It had to do with the announcement of the Veterans Day Parade schedule.The results were traditional Emcee Scott Murray arriving via a police escort.While the post is trying to … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Association Of Fundraising Philanthropy Greater Dallas Luncheon
Much To Everyone’s Delight, Philanthropy Day Luncheon’s Spotlight Was Once Again Hijacked By The Outstanding Youth In Philanthropy
There are those who worry about the importance that the next generation will place on philanthropy and fundraising. But all they need to do is attend the annual National Philanthropy Day Luncheon put on by the Greater Dallas Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals. Each year, it seems like the recipient of the Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy knocks it out of … [Read more...] about Much To Everyone’s Delight, Philanthropy Day Luncheon’s Spotlight Was Once Again Hijacked By The Outstanding Youth In Philanthropy
Nancy And Herbert Hunt Become Les Femmes Du Monde’s First Couple Of The Year With Tributes, Laughter And Saved Ribbons
It seemed like the local fundraisers were in overdrive on Tuesday, October 25, evening. Over at the Dallas Country Club, Children's Medical Center Foundation’s Brent Christopher was johnny-on-the-spot when the doors opened for Les Femmes du Monde’s 2016 Couple of the Year Awards Dinner. It was the first time that the organization had honored a couple, let alone a man. And that … [Read more...] about Nancy And Herbert Hunt Become Les Femmes Du Monde’s First Couple Of The Year With Tributes, Laughter And Saved Ribbons
National Philanthropy Day Once Again Runs On Schedule With Amazing Stories of Philanthropy And A Surprised Scott Murray
National Philanthropy Day is the one day of the year when the professional fundraisers come together to celebrate the very act of fundraising itself. In North Texas where nonprofits flourish because of these folks, the National Philanthropy Day Luncheon is an all smiles occasion.And this year it fell on Friday the 13th of November. Here is a report from the field:The … [Read more...] about National Philanthropy Day Once Again Runs On Schedule With Amazing Stories of Philanthropy And A Surprised Scott Murray
JUST IN: Perots And Rawlingses To Be Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala Honorary Co-Chairs For The Meyerson’s Silver Anniversary
As you probably know Jan Miller and Jeff Rich are chairing the Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala on Saturday, September 13. The twosome that just had a mega gathering at their Park Cities home Monday for Rob Lowe haven’t stopped.Today they announced that in honor of the 25th anniversary of the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, Margot and Ross Perot will be honorary … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Perots And Rawlingses To Be Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala Honorary Co-Chairs For The Meyerson’s Silver Anniversary
Scott Ginsburg, Dee Lincoln And Phil “The Man” Romano Provided Tasty Fodder At “Expanding World Luncheon”
Phil Romano makes no bones about it. He doesn't listen to others. While he claimed that made him an ideal entrepreneur, he also was a memory-maker at Wednesday's "Expanding Worlds" luncheon at the Hilton Anatole benefiting LaunchAbility.Co-chaired by Jay Hull and Maggie Cooke Kipp, this year's on-stage chat trio included Phil and fellow entrepreneurs Dee Lincoln and Scott … [Read more...] about Scott Ginsburg, Dee Lincoln And Phil “The Man” Romano Provided Tasty Fodder At “Expanding World Luncheon”
Scott Ginsburg, Dee Lincoln And Phil Romano Will Be “Expanding Worlds” For LaunchAbility Wednesday
The Expanding Worlds Luncheon has gained quite a reputation for bringing three high-profilers from different walks of life together for a conversation moderated by Scott Murray. This year's event on Wednesday at the Hilton Anatole's Stemmons Ballroom is going to keep the momentum rolling with the lineup of Scott Ginsburg, Dee Lincoln and Phil Romano. Talk about three totally … [Read more...] about Scott Ginsburg, Dee Lincoln And Phil Romano Will Be “Expanding Worlds” For LaunchAbility Wednesday