The Greater Dallas Chapter of Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) will host the 33rd annual luncheon “Stories Worth Telling,” celebrating Dallas’ National Philanthropy Day – bringing together area nonprofits, volunteers, funders, foundations, business and community members to honor many of this city’s finest who give selflessly in support of numerous worthy…
By Tricia White | Managing Editor Fried food! Fabulous rides! Festivities! Fun! The State Fair of Texas® kicks off on Friday, Sept. 28. And this year, you’ll find all your favorites, plus some new additions you won’t want to miss. Celebrating Texas Innovation is not only the fair’s 2018 theme…
Because Texas food traditions come from so many cultures, Texans are some of the most innovative people when it comes to food. Since 2005, the Big Tex Choice Awards contest has solidified the State Fair of Texas as the top Fair for great food creations. Each year, State Fair concessionaires…
Anabolic androgenic steroid (AAS) abuse has a wide range of negative effects on the human body. Many of the well-known side effects of these drugs are experienced by the physical body of a user. Side effects include things like increased blood pressure, risk of heart disease, unusually oily skin, acne,…
By Alicia Wanek Imagine a summer evening sitting with a cool drink while enjoying a beautiful view and a delicious barbeque dinner with friends. Sounds like a perfect vacation, right? The truth is that you can create that experience in your own backyard whenever you want. Outdoor living spaces…
Jackson’s addition completes the newly-structured executive team as the agency celebrates its 20th anniversary New Friends New Life announces that Bianca Jackson has joined the executive team as chief development officer, responsible for overseeing donor cultivation, budget growth and strategic communication plans for the organization. Jackson joins Kim Robinson, who…
by Alicia Wanek Many would have a hard time believing that hunger is an issue in North Texas. The North Texas Food Bank knows better. Right now there are more than 800,000 people across their 13-county service area who are food in-secure – meaning they don’t always know where their…
by Alicia Wanek Your child is off to college. Are they ready? Are you? Remember when it seemed your kids would never grow up? Those endless days we all had when they were little and you didn’t think you could handle one more meltdown, spill, dirty diaper or request for…
New Friends New Life, a nonprofit organization that restores and empowers formerly trafficked and sexually exploited women, teens, and children, announces Mandy Moore, a Grammy® and Golden Globe® nominated actress, singer and songwriter, will speak at the New Friends New Life Luncheon, celebrating the organization’s 20th anniversary. “Stand for Her”…