There were some very happy campers at Highland Park Village's Mockingbird Room on Thursday, March 7. The occasion was the presentation of checks to the 2023 Crystal Charity Ball beneficiaries by 2023 CCB Chair Angie Kadesky and 2023 Underwriting Chair Mary Martha Pickens. Here's a report from the field: “It was dark and stormy night” to borrow a remarkably familiar passage … [Read more...] about $8,861,131 In Grants Were Presented To The 2023 Eight Crystal Charity Beneficiaries
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas
Mabee Foundation Match Challenge Results In More Than $16M For Park South Family YMCA
This past summer when the J.E. and L.E. Mabee Foundation issued the challenge to support the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas for its historic Park South Family YMCA, the deadline for the match grant was Sunday, October 1. And, boy, did it get a response — more than $16M as a result! Thanks to the match opportunity, nearly 100 donors participated including Crystal Charity Ball, … [Read more...] about Mabee Foundation Match Challenge Results In More Than $16M For Park South Family YMCA
MySweetOpportunity: YMCA Of Metropolitan Dallas
According to YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas’ Board Chair and Chief Volunteer Officer Felix J. Lozano III, “A brand new Park South Family YMCA is coming to South Dallas. For more than 55 years, the branch has served and operated out of the historic Queen City district. This is the YMCA’s third facility in the past 12 months that will begin major construction as part of its … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: YMCA Of Metropolitan Dallas
MySweetOpportunity: 2023 Crystal Charity Ball
According to 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Chair Angie Kadesky, “Since 1952, Crystal Charity has been a driving force for positive change in the lives of children in Dallas County. The organization’s mission has remained unchanged for 71 years and that is to be a beacon of hope to underserved children in our community by funding projects in a variety of areas, including … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: 2023 Crystal Charity Ball
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery: 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Bus Tour
Despite a brisk, cold wind, this year's Crystal Charity Ball's bus tour of its seven beneficiaries (After-School All-Stars, Buckner Children And Family Services, Fair Park First, Family Gateway, Metrocare Services, The Salvation Army of North Texas and YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas) on Thursday, February 16, may have been lacking visits with children, but it was an amazing … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery: 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Bus Tour
JUST IN: 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Fashion Show Date And Location Announced
During the past couple of years, the Crystal Charity Ball Fashion Show has taken place in the morning and then been repeated in the afternoon at Neiman Marcus NorthPark. But this year 2023 CCB Chair Angie Kadesky and Fashion Show Chair Patty Leyendecker have opted to head back downtown with just one presentation. Underwritten by Neiman Marcus, the fashion show and … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Fashion Show Date And Location Announced
JUST IN: Seven Dallas Children Non-Profits Selected To Be 2023 Crystal Charity Ball To The Tune Of $6,686,131
Despite the icy conditions Friday, the 2023 Crystal Charity Ball members gathered at Dallas Arts District Mansion bright and early for the final presentations by the 2023 beneficiary hopeful Dallas children’s charities. By the end of the day, the following seven area non-profits were selected to benefit from the CCB’s year-long fundraising efforts: After-School … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Seven Dallas Children Non-Profits Selected To Be 2023 Crystal Charity Ball To The Tune Of $6,686,131
MySweetWishList: YMCA Of Metropolitan Dallas
According to YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas Board Chair Jill Magnuson, “It has been an honor to represent the Dallas YMCA throughout the past few years. It’s been incredible seeing firsthand how our community has stepped up to help those in need. 2021 has been a year of change and adaptation. At the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas, we have been focused on meeting the needs that are … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: YMCA Of Metropolitan Dallas
2021 La Fiesta De Las Seis Banderas Resulted In $348,000 For 17 Beneficiaries
Last night seemed like Christmas in the Mockingbird Room of Highland Park Village. There was no decorated fir tree or elves, but there was lots of good cheer. It was all due to 2021 La Fiesta De Las Seis Banderas Co-Chairs Michaela Dyer and Kim Quinn, who presented a $348,000 check to La Fiesta's 2021 beneficiaries. Here's a breakdown of the recipients, with the Highland … [Read more...] about 2021 La Fiesta De Las Seis Banderas Resulted In $348,000 For 17 Beneficiaries
MySweetWishList: YMCA Of Metropolitan Dallas
According to YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas Board Chair Jill Magnuson, “I’m Jill Magnuson, the Director of External Affairs for the Nasher Sculpture Center and a long-time volunteer with the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas. In 2020, I was appointed the Board Chair for the Dallas YMCA, only the second woman in the organization’s 135-year history to serve in this role. “I … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: YMCA Of Metropolitan Dallas
JUST IN: Curt Hazelbaker Returns To North Texas As YMCA Of Metropolitan Dallas President/CEO of
When Curt Hazelbaker was a younger whippersnapper, he “worked at the Town North Family YMCA as a camp counselor.” It was a great experience for Curt. So much so that it served as a “springboard” for his professional life resulting in his holding various positions within the YMCA, serving on the YMCA of the USA Board of Directors and becoming the president and CEO of the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Curt Hazelbaker Returns To North Texas As YMCA Of Metropolitan Dallas President/CEO of