With the number of COVID-19 cases continuing to grow in hospitals, changes are taking place in the North Texas fundraising world with many heading onto 2021. Every one of these changes has been a tough call, but all are being made for the safety of their supporters and staffs. Canceled Readers 2 Leaders' Lanes 2 Literacy scheduled for Thursday, October 1 Ability … [Read more...] about July 2 Update Of Cancellations, Going Virtual And Reschedules
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SPCA Of Texas Is Purring Over Virtual Plans For Its 2020 Fur Ball
It appears that the 2020 fall fundraising season in North Texas is taking on a virtual life. Another annual mega event is going from ballroom to online. SPCA of Texas’ 2020 Fur Ball Chair Patricia Villareal and Co-Chair Steve Atkinson have just announced that due to the topsy-turvy COVID-19 restrictions, it was decided to hold the usual evening of wining, dining and black … [Read more...] about SPCA Of Texas Is Purring Over Virtual Plans For Its 2020 Fur Ball
MySweetKindness: Madeline Yeaman
According to Madeline Yeaman, SPCA of Texas volunteer Jorja Williams has been spending her free time being friendly to felines at the shelter. Using recycled cardboard boxes, paper, string and a lot of creativity, Jorja create one-of-a-kind cat houses that make shelters cats feel a little more at home. The amount of time, effort and love that she puts into each and every … [Read more...] about MySweetKindness: Madeline Yeaman
JUST IN: SPCA Of Texas’ Paws Cause Fundraiser Postponed
If you wondered why your Paws Cause invitation hadn’t arrived yet, not to worry. The SPCA-ers have moved the date and according to Victoria Albrecht, “We have postponed the event. I will keep you posted on when we have a defined date.” In the meantime, don’t just sit by the door waiting for your postperson to drop the invite in your mailbox. Why not visit the SPCA of … [Read more...] about JUST IN: SPCA Of Texas’ Paws Cause Fundraiser Postponed
MySweetWishList: SPCA Of Texas
According to longtime SPCA of Texas Legacy Society member Joan Rogers, “My husband [the late Dr. Larry Rogers, who passed away this past June at the age of 94] used to always say, ‘If one has more than they really need, then give part of it away so as to enjoy the pleasure of giving while still alive.’ And together we did just that. My husband and I loved this charity … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: SPCA Of Texas
2019 Fur Ball Was A Purr-fect Tail-Wagging Success For The SPCA Of Texas
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
Sold-Out Alert!: 2019 Blue Jean Ball
Folks have hardly had time to recover from last week’s nonprofit activities than they’re facing a tsunami of a week ahead. As if the 11th annual North Texas Giving Day on Thursday wasn’t enough, there are loads of invite-only events and the big-time fundraisers like Concert For A Cure at The Eye at The Joule, the Roberts S. Folsom Leadership Award Dinner honoring former Dallas … [Read more...] about Sold-Out Alert!: 2019 Blue Jean Ball
JUST IN: Karen Froehlich Named SPCA President/CEO
A surprise announcement was made tonight at the 2019 Fur Ball patron party by SPCA of Texas Vice Chair Steve Atkinson that interim president/CEO Karen Froehlich had been named to the position permanently. According to the Steve, "Karen is a dedicated and passionate leader, and, over the past months, it has had become increasingly clear that she was the right person to lead … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Karen Froehlich Named SPCA President/CEO
2019 Fur Ball Committee Celebrates With The Reveal Of Raffle Items For SPCA Of Texas Fundraiser
The Fur Ball 2019 committee filled the backroom at Sevy’s on the evening of Tuesday, August 20, to celebrate their work for the SPCA of Texas fundraising gala on Saturday, September 21, at the Hyatt Regency. Chair Couple Lana and John Payne with daughter/Co-Chair Katherine Payne were thrilled to officially revealed the raffle items to the crowd that included Russell Dealey, … [Read more...] about 2019 Fur Ball Committee Celebrates With The Reveal Of Raffle Items For SPCA Of Texas Fundraiser
MySweetCharity Opportunity: SPCA Of Texas’ Fur Ball
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
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