One of the advantages of being part of an organization like The Dallas Foundation is the ability to come together for site visits of one of the nonprofits that aren't on the radar. On Wednesday, October 5, the Foundation donors had the opportunity to check out Bonton Farms and Encore Park. While both are rich in history, they have also had their share of rough times. Thanks to … [Read more...] about The Dallas Foundation Bus Tour Provided Donors With A Firsthand Look At Bonton Farms And Encore Park
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Myrna D. Schlegel/Award Scholarship Fund Gets A Boost In Funding For Nurses Specializing In Gerontology
The Aware crowd broke a plethora of news at its meeting on Thursday, September 15, at Myrna and Bob Schlegel’s estate. But more about that in the days to come. The biggest news was the announcement of the Myrna D. Schlegel/Aware Scholarship Fund. Established in 1999 by Aware in honor of Myrna Schlegel, it has grown over the years to more than $255,000. At the meeting it … [Read more...] about Myrna D. Schlegel/Award Scholarship Fund Gets A Boost In Funding For Nurses Specializing In Gerontology
JUST IN: The Dallas Institute Of Humanities And Culture Receives $1M Gift From The Edward W. Rose III Family Fund
While many are still adjusting to the death of Rusty Rose, his family is taking steps to see his wishes fulfilled. Today it was announced that the Edward W. Rose III Family fund at The Dallas Foundation has gifted $1M to The Dallas Institute of Humanities and Culture. The bequest “is designated for the already existing Endowment Fund supporting the Sue Rose Summer Institute … [Read more...] about JUST IN: The Dallas Institute Of Humanities And Culture Receives $1M Gift From The Edward W. Rose III Family Fund
Baylor Foundation’s Philanthropic Award Dinner Saluted Dodee Frost Crockett And Celebrated The Results Of Collaboration
Wednesday, February 3, was a gathering of eagles at the Nasher Sculpture Center. No, there were no feathers in the flock that cocktailed and dined. Rather, it was a herd of Dallas philanthropists and philanthropic caretakers like Mary Jalonick, Roslyn Dawson, Michael Meadows, Kathy Muldoon, Lucy Buchanan, Tommy McBride, Lisa Ragland, David Yost, Angela Woodson and Robin … [Read more...] about Baylor Foundation’s Philanthropic Award Dinner Saluted Dodee Frost Crockett And Celebrated The Results Of Collaboration
Teaching The Next Generation About Philanthropy Was Made Easy Thanks To The Dallas Foundation’s Family Philanthropy Institute
For some parents, just trying to teach their munchkin how to tie a shoelace or an older kiddo what the word “curfew” means can be harder than getting a hummingbird take a nap. Still another life lesson that seems boggling is getting across the importance of philanthropy to the younger generation and easing them into the process. Luckily, The Dallas Foundation President/CEO Mary … [Read more...] about Teaching The Next Generation About Philanthropy Was Made Easy Thanks To The Dallas Foundation’s Family Philanthropy Institute
Help Emergency Heat Relief Fund Give A Cold Shoulder To Rising Temperatures
Weather guessers have been panting for the thermometers to hit the 100-degree mark. That number was achieved over the weekend, but that has only heightened the problem for many within the community — the vulnerable. Who are these vulnerable types? They are the poor, the elderly, the sickly and people whom you will probably never know. One woman recently told how, to save … [Read more...] about Help Emergency Heat Relief Fund Give A Cold Shoulder To Rising Temperatures
With Willy-Nilly Bill Gone With The Wind, Dallas Arts District’s 2015 Summer Block Party Is In Full Throttle For Tonight
It appears that the Dallas Arts District has more pull than most folks realize. With days and days of off-again, on-again rain thanks to Bill, tonight appears to be pretty clear just in time for the 2015 Summer Block Party. It’s a true neighborhood gathering, with the Crow Collection of Asian Art, Dallas Museum of Art, Nasher Sculpture Center and Klyde Warren Park … [Read more...] about With Willy-Nilly Bill Gone With The Wind, Dallas Arts District’s 2015 Summer Block Party Is In Full Throttle For Tonight
The Dallas Foundation Plays Santa Claus For Countless Nonprofits
The Dallas Foundation played Santa Claus on Monday, March 23 for local nonprofits. Here is a report from the field: "In 2014, The Dallas Foundation awarded more than $2.9 million in competitive grants to dozens of local organizations. Monday [March 23] night, the nonprofit organization was thrilled to welcome so many of their 2014 competitive grantees to the annual grantee … [Read more...] about The Dallas Foundation Plays Santa Claus For Countless Nonprofits
Round Robin November 12: Hiett Prize, Crystal Charity Ball Wrap-Up Luncheon And Dallas Foundation’s 85th Anniversary Dinner
As the 2014 fundraising season slowly winds up, the awards and celebrations only geared up on Wednesday, November 12, with: Hiett Prize In The Humanities Luncheon His heroes, he said, are Gustave Mahler—the personally conflicted Austrian composer and conductor—and Edward Abbey, the writer and radical environmentalist. He himself has been called “one of the best and most … [Read more...] about Round Robin November 12: Hiett Prize, Crystal Charity Ball Wrap-Up Luncheon And Dallas Foundation’s 85th Anniversary Dinner
Avoid The Crowds And Hunker Down With Your Computer To Find The Perfect Gift That Keeps Giving
Why bother fighting the crowds to give the perfect gift? Then you have to face the hassle of giftwrapping it and having it delivered. Seriously, you have better things to do with your time! Luckily, a couple of organization have a great solution and it requires just a computer, nimble fingers, a giving heart and some cha-ching. Here’s the poop: The Dallas … [Read more...] about Avoid The Crowds And Hunker Down With Your Computer To Find The Perfect Gift That Keeps Giving
The Dallas Foundation Offers An Opportunity To Help Nonprofit Agencies Aiding Vickery Meadow Residents
The Dallas Foundation President Mary Jalonick just sent word that, like Communities Foundation of Texas, The Dallas Foundation (TDF) has responded to the recent Ebola situation. TDF has created an opportunity to assist the nonprofits groups specifically helping Vickery Meadow residents during this time. You do not have to be a healthcare provider or government official … [Read more...] about The Dallas Foundation Offers An Opportunity To Help Nonprofit Agencies Aiding Vickery Meadow Residents