Behind the scenes of the Fourth Annual Interfaith Auxiliary Luncheon on Friday, March 1, at Belo Mansion, there was a marvelous secret. In addition to having "The Blind Side"'s Leigh Anne and Sean Tuohy as the featured speakers, Moody Foundation's Human Resources Director/Regional Grants Director (North) Jamie Williams was on hand for a very good reason — a twofer for … [Read more...] about 4th Annual Interfaith Auxiliary Luncheon Had A Surprise Challenge And Naming Announcement
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MySweet2018Goals: Jimmy Westcott
According to Children’s Hope Dinner Founder Jimmy Westcott, “My goal for this year is to help as many children and women as possible served by Orphan Outreach Services by supporting the 5th Annual Children’s Hope Dinner and assisting in the organization’s fund-raising efforts. Raising awareness and funds are both vitally important. The dinner will take place on Thursday, … [Read more...] about MySweet2018Goals: Jimmy Westcott
Reception Warmed Up The Crowd With Auction Items—And Leigh Anne Tuohy—For Rainbow Days Fundraiser
It was a chatty, optimistic crowd that gathered Thursday, April 14, at the offices of Thompson and Knight for the Pot of Gold Patron Reception. And, why not: ticket sales for the 19th Annual Pot of Gold Luncheon scheduled for the next day were at 630, and counting. The luncheon, which benefits the Rainbow Days nonprofit, had a new venue, the Omni Dallas Hotel, after being at … [Read more...] about Reception Warmed Up The Crowd With Auction Items—And Leigh Anne Tuohy—For Rainbow Days Fundraiser
Soup’s On! Returns To Union Station With Shows Of Appreciation, News And “The Blind Side’s” Collins Tuohy
The Grape’s Brian Luscher has a very special place in his heart for The Stewpot Alliance. In fact he’s sort of in awe of the organization. He admits that his Greenville Avenue restaurant daily serves 200 guests, while The Stewpot feeds 1,700 a day. Thanks to Brian’s understanding of the importance of feeding those in need, he has spearheaded the annual Soup’s On! … [Read more...] about Soup’s On! Returns To Union Station With Shows Of Appreciation, News And “The Blind Side’s” Collins Tuohy
Doing Time At The Ritz-Carlton For Friends Of Wednesday’s Child
When New York City's Robert A.M. Stern Architects designed Dallas' Ritz-Carlton, they must have had the idea that mass transit and SmartCars were the only modes of transportation in Texas. What does this thought have to do with Wednesday's Child's "Belonging Luncheon" Friday at the Ritz? More later, but first let's get to the luncheon. VIP types were told that their … [Read more...] about Doing Time At The Ritz-Carlton For Friends Of Wednesday’s Child
Think Blind Side When It Comes To Wednesday’s Child Alliance Lunch
More plans for the upcoming fall fundraising season were announced Thursday night at Eddie V's. Wednesday's Child Alliance President Suzanne Bock Grishman (pictured) rallied her WCA troops to reveal two very special women will be part of their plans for the annual luncheon on Friday, Dec. 3, at the Ritz Carlton. First, Suzanne announced that the luncheon speaker is none other … [Read more...] about Think Blind Side When It Comes To Wednesday’s Child Alliance Lunch