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Dallas Nonprofit Agencies Weave Safety Net of Support for Caregivers
In the quiet corners of countless households, unsung heroes carry out a selfless act of compassion: caring for their loved ones.
U.S., Mexican Conservationists Underscore Value of Hunting
Hunters and conservation may sound like an odd coupling, but Teddy Roosevelt knew they made an ideal match, according to fws.gov.
Susan Myers Stands Tall for Giraffes
Preston Hollow’s own Susan Myers is sticking her neck out for giraffes.
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Society
Dogs Matter Eases Foster Care Dilemma
When Taylor Stensrud faced a life-altering dilemma, Dogs Matter was there.
Got Nothing to Do? Go For a Run To Help Others Learn
In the dog days of May 2020, while many teens were stuck at home without summer jobs or internships, siblings Leena and Raja Mehendale started their nonprofit run2learn.
Remarkable Women
A Daughter’s Twist on Family Business
Eliza Solender found her niche helping nonprofits navigate property decisions after following her father, Robert, into the commercial real estate industry.
Greenhill Senior One of the Heroes for Children
For Greenhill High School senior Carter Weinstein, thankfulness looks like service – service to families battling childhood cancer.
Society
Postponed from April, Thrift Studio Returns in August
The pandemic postponed the pop-up shop, initially scheduled for April. Still, organizers are now ready to proceed Aug. 28 to Sept. 26.
Tornado
Siblings Didn’t Want to Stay Treeless in Preston Hollow
Like most of Preston Hollow on Oct. 20, Brinley Smith and her brother, Preston, took cover with parents Brian and Crystal Smith as an EF3 tornado wound its way through their neighborhood.
Inside the Cause
For O’Banion, Children’s Cancer Fund Is Personal
Motherhood and family experiences compelled Jamie O’Banion to co- chair the Children’s Cancer Fund Gala this year with Holly Davis.
Cristo Rey to Honor Gunnar Rawlings
Gunnar Rawlings, who helped establish Cristo Rey Dallas in 2015, will receive the Ignite Award at the Cristo Rey Dallas CEO Breakfast on Thursday, February 20 at The Belo Mansion.
Society
GALLERY: Unlikely Heroes Recognizing Heroes
More than 400 supporters gathered at The Ritz Carlton-Dallas on Oct. 26 to celebrate the work of Unlikely Heroes at the 7th Annual Recognizing Heroes Awards Dinner & Charity Benefit.
Four Days of Meals on Wheels
Between Pinterest boards filled with edible works of art to “Instagram-worthy” meals to “food porn,” thanks to technology, food has been objectified to the point in which many of us have practically forgotten its value.
Society
Comerica Bank to Host Third Annual Women’s Business Symposium
This event is developed specifically for women business owners, executives and professionals at all levels looking for opportunities to learn, connect and grow professionally, personally, and financially.
Society
French Subscription Box Partners With Genesis
This September OuiPlease boxes will be transformed into Boxes of Hope for Genesis clients with the help of our customers.
Society
AWARE Announces Grant Recipients
AWARE funding applications were submitted from nonprofit organizations located in Dallas and Collin County that are working on the front lines in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease.
Nonprofits
Connection Point of Park Cities Announces New Leadership
Connecting Point of Park Cities (CPPC) has hired Cynthia K. Olson as their new Executive Director and Odette Sievert as Program Manager.
Society
GALLERY: 5X5 Art Show Raises Funds for Missing Children
On May 5, the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, Texas Regional Office held its 3rd annual 5X5 Art Show ahead of National Missing Children’s Day on May 25.
Society
GALLERY: WiNGS Mentors & Allies Awards Luncheon
WiNGS, a Dallas nonprofit that empowers women, fights poverty and impacts generations, hosted more than 500 guests at its Mentors & Allies Awards Luncheon on May 16 at the Omni Dallas Hotel.
Society
GALLERY: Warren Center Kicks Off Annual Football Event
The Warren Center kicked off the 26th Annual Fantasy Football event, taking place on August 23, with a Draft Night party at the Star in Frisco on May 23.