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Retina Foundation’s Visionary Luncheon Was Especially Poignant For The Family Of The Late Herbert Hunt

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The Retina Foundation of the Southwest's Visionary Luncheon was an especially poignant affair on Wednesday, May 15, at the Meyerson following the death of longtime supporter Herbert Hunt on Tuesday, April 9. Over the years both Herbert and his late sister Caroline Rose Hunt had been ardent supporters of the Foundation because of their vision loss due to macular degeneration. … [Read more...] about Retina Foundation’s Visionary Luncheon Was Especially Poignant For The Family Of The Late Herbert Hunt

2024 Visionary Luncheon Co-Chairs Jennifer And Bill Voss Kick Off The Fundraising With $100K Commitment

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While the Retina Foundation is holding off on who the keynote speaker will be for its annual fundraiser, the 2024 Visionary Luncheon Co-Chairs Jennifer and Bill Voss have already stepped up with a commitment of $100,000 to the Retina Foundation. According to organizers, the Vosses' "commitment to the Retina Foundation is not only a testament to their dedication to the … [Read more...] about 2024 Visionary Luncheon Co-Chairs Jennifer And Bill Voss Kick Off The Fundraising With $100K Commitment

Jill And Grant Henderson Donate $1M To Fund Retina Foundation’s New Ocular Stem Cell Laboratory

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While the recent the Retina Foundation of the Southwest's Visionary Luncheon co-chaired by Barb and Steve Durham and Honorary Chair Doug Hawthorne neared the $1M mark, a very impressive announcement was made. Retina Foundation CEO/Medical Officer Dr. Karl Csaky revealed that thanks to Jill and Grant Henderson's $1M donation, a new lab will be funded to "find solutions for … [Read more...] about Jill And Grant Henderson Donate $1M To Fund Retina Foundation’s New Ocular Stem Cell Laboratory

2022 Visionary Luncheon Was A Feast For The Eyes And Ears With Tales From Sports Greats

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It's not every day that the fundraising chair is caught off guard at her own event. But that's what appeared to have happened for Visionary Luncheon Chair Libby Hunt Allred at the event benefiting the Retina Foundation at the Anatole on Tuesday, May 24. There was no hint what lay ahead during the VIP reception in the Plum Blossom Room that was filled to … [Read more...] about 2022 Visionary Luncheon Was A Feast For The Eyes And Ears With Tales From Sports Greats

RESCHEDULED: Retina Foundation Of The Southwest’s Visionary Luncheon

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The Retina Foundation Of The Southwest's major fundraiser — Visionary Luncheon — was originally scheduled for Tuesday, May 3, at the Hilton Anatole with fingers crossed that COVID would not be a problem. But something arose that changed the plans. And, no, it wasn't a virus. It seems that the Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary is holding its Fashion Show and … [Read more...] about RESCHEDULED: Retina Foundation Of The Southwest’s Visionary Luncheon

Saint QB Drew Brees Scored A Touchdown At Retina Foundation’s Visionary Luncheon

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It was one of the first signs of a change in protocol for fundraising activities. When Retina Foundation of the Southwest held its Visionary Luncheon at the Omni Dallas Hotel on Wednesday, March 4, there was a table at each of the entrances inside the Dallas Ballroom. On the table was a jumbo size pump container of hand sanitizer. Not everyone took advantage of the offer, but … [Read more...] about Saint QB Drew Brees Scored A Touchdown At Retina Foundation’s Visionary Luncheon

JUST IN: Texas Son/Saints QB Drew Brees Is Throwing A TD For 3rd Annual Visionary Luncheon

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Even the most diehard Dallas Cowboys’ fan has a soft spot in her/his heart for New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees. In addition to being Texas-born, Drew’s been a squeaky clean kind of guy. Why, he even joined the Saints for reasons that might have stymied his agent. After seeing the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, he and his wife Brittany Brees knew that they had found … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Texas Son/Saints QB Drew Brees Is Throwing A TD For 3rd Annual Visionary Luncheon

Three Area Non-Profits Are Lunchtime TGIF Fundraising This Week

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The area restaurant business may be a wee bit off this Friday around noontime. The reason is there are three big fundraiser luncheons. Each of them is boasting some well knowns on the roster. Across town at St. Philip’s School and Community Center’s Snyder Activity Center, Alex “A-Rod” Rodriguez will be chatting on stage with former National Baseball Hall of Fame … [Read more...] about Three Area Non-Profits Are Lunchtime TGIF Fundraising This Week