Change has been afoot at Literacy Achieves, whose mission is teaching English and life skills to non-English-speaking adults and their young children. The 27-year-old non-profit quietly shuttered its West Dallas campus, for example, saying residents have been leaving the area due to a housing crunch. A new executive director, Vicki Keifer, took over in January after the … [Read more...] about Wings Of Spring Was Heads And Tails As Literacy Achieves Assesses Future Priorities
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Award-Winning Journalist Byron Harris To Be Honored At Literacy Achieve’s Wings Of Spring Dinner
Celebrating the 26th anniversary of Literacy Achieves, Wings Of Spring Co-Chairs Melissa and Wilson Aurbach have announced that former WFAA investigative reporter Byron Harris will be honored with the 2023 Marnie Wildenthal Literacy Legacy Award at the organization's annual fundraiser on Thursday, March 30. According to Literacy Achieves CEO Dionne Kirby, "Naming all the … [Read more...] about Award-Winning Journalist Byron Harris To Be Honored At Literacy Achieve’s Wings Of Spring Dinner
North Texas Showed Signs Of Returning To In-Person Fundraising With Wings Of Spring
One of the first in-person events to emerge from the past year’s fundraising coma was Literacy Achieves’ Wings of Spring last night. After canceling last year’s event, Literacy Achieves Executive Director Sarah Papert was determined not to settle for anything less than a real in-person gathering. Luckily, the arrival of vaccinations came just in the nick of time for people … [Read more...] about North Texas Showed Signs Of Returning To In-Person Fundraising With Wings Of Spring
Literacy Achieves’ “2021 Wings Of Spring” Goes Hybrid With Two Options For Dining, Awarding And Fundraising
After having to cancel last year’s “Wings of Spring” fundraiser that was scheduled for Monday, March 30, the Literacy Achieves team has charged into 2021 creating two options for this year's fundraiser. 2021 Wings of Spring Co-Chairs Megan and Kevin Nicholson reported that “this year’s event will include two participation options for sponsors and individuals” on Thursday, … [Read more...] about Literacy Achieves’ “2021 Wings Of Spring” Goes Hybrid With Two Options For Dining, Awarding And Fundraising
March 15 Update Of North Texas Nonprofit Cancellations And Adjustments
While there are more cancellations of North Texas fundraisers being reported, there are also those groups that are regrouping to raise awareness and funds for their nonprofits. Some are postponing to summer, fall and winter dates; others are going virtual. And then there are some that are waiting to see if further restrictions will be made in the days to come before deciding … [Read more...] about March 15 Update Of North Texas Nonprofit Cancellations And Adjustments
Literacy Achieves Honored Jennifer Staubach Gates With Marnie Wildenthal Award At Wings Of Spring
Children’s Medical Center Foundation President Brent Christopher had had a rough weekend, thanks to Mother Nature. On Friday, April 20, he was on the phone with Pete Delkus and organizers of the Red Balloon Ride and Run scheduled for the next day. Due to a monsoon that had been forecast, the decision was made to cancel the event. Now, on Monday, April, 23 he strolled into the … [Read more...] about Literacy Achieves Honored Jennifer Staubach Gates With Marnie Wildenthal Award At Wings Of Spring
Vickery Meadow Learning Center’s “Wings Of Spring” Celebrated Marnie Wildenthal With Friends, Food And Time For Three
More often than not, Marnie Wildenthal is seen at various events around town playing a supporting role for her husband, Dr. Kern Wildenthal, president emeritus at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. But last Thursday Marnie stepped into the spotlight herself, accepting the Literacy Legacy Award at the Vickery Meadow Learning Center’s annual “Wings of Spring: A … [Read more...] about Vickery Meadow Learning Center’s “Wings Of Spring” Celebrated Marnie Wildenthal With Friends, Food And Time For Three