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STEM Fest 2022 is just one of the many efforts that United Way of Metropolitan Dallas is helping to impact the community. [Photo: UWMD]
Perot Foundation Gives $15M to United Way of Metropolitan Dallas
by Dallas Innovates | Staff Report | Nov 30, 2022
The gift was the largest ever received by the regional United Way organization in its 98-year history.
"This investment is a testament to the meaningful impact United Way and its trusted network of community impact partners create," said Carolyn Perot Rathjen, VP and executive director of the Perot Foundation.
by David Seeley |
Nov 30, 2022
A donated liver, kidney, and pancreas took an historic trip on November 15, when they were transported by drone between Lubbock, Oklahoma City, and San Antonio. The drone was actually a single-engine Cessna with an FAA-mandated pilot on standby inside. But it was operated remotely out of Dallas using robotic technology, according to San Antonio Report.
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by Dallas Innovates | Staff Report |
Nov 29, 2022
Remote Area Medical will hold a free, two-day clinic December 3-4 at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, 650 S. Griffin Street in downtown Dallas. The clinic is being presented in collaboration with the UNT Health Science Center at Fort Worth. Free free dental, vision, and medical care will be offered to those in need.
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by Lance Murray |
Nov 28, 2022
Alexandra “Alex” Mazzi has been promoted to chief administrative officer, of Flower Mound-based Donate 2 Impact, a locally owned community clothing donation center that recycles donations into financial support for local charities....
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14 of the 15 graduates of Capital Impact Partners' Equitable Development Initiative at the Nov. 28 2022 event. [Photo: Capital Impact Partners]
15 Developers of Color Present Affordable Housing Projects in Dallas Equitable Development Initiative Pitch
by David Seeley | Nov 21, 2022
Capital Impact Partners launched the initiative in Dallas last April to unleash talent that is ready to work with local neighborhoods for uplifting solutions.
One developer is already putting finishing touches on 26 affordable homes this year.
One developer is already putting finishing touches on 26 affordable homes this year.
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by Lance Murray |
Nov 21, 2022
India Stewart was recently named director of programs at Dallas-based nonprofit incubator Impact Ventures.
Stewart is a self-described practical idealist, and her research and social impact work focuses on understanding disparities and exploring strategies to increase equitable access to economic, educational, and housing opportunities for all our neighbors and neighborhoods, Impact Ventures said....
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by Mike Seeley |
Nov 21, 2022
High-Tech High Heels' three inaugural STEMinist award winners are UT Dallas' Nikki Delk, PhD; Girls in STEM founder Alice Hou (Emerging Leader Award); and the Young Women’s Preparatory Network (Organization Award). All three were selected for their passion and commitment to help young women and girls gain STEM access, "ensuring a brighter future for generations to come."
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by Dallas Innovates | Staff Report |
Nov 17, 2022
United Way of Tarrant County celebrated its 100th birthday with a community event Thursday at Globe Life Field in Arlington, featuring a long list of dignitaries and guests. "Get United Day" launched a new campaign targeting four key areas of need in Tarrant County.
The Get United campaign aims "to engage the public, businesses, and philanthropists in achieving a more prosperous and equitable future in Tarrant County."
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Clockwise from left: Project Lorenzo, Kosmos Arts & Tech, and Seeds 2 STEM. [Photos courtesy of the organizations]
The Dallas Foundation Names Three Finalists for Its 2022 Pegasus Prize
by David Seeley | Nov 14, 2022
The annual Pegasus Prize is a $50,000 grant awarded to a local organization applying innovative approaches to addressing community needs. This year's finalists are Kosmos Arts & Tech, Project Lorenzo, and Seeds 2 STEM. The winner will be announced Tuesday at a 5 p.m. ceremony at Pegasus Park.
"These organizations share a focus on fueling change that enables individuals to reach their full potential," says foundation president and CEO Matthew Randazzo.
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by Lance Murray |
Nov 12, 2022
Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas announced Jennifer Makins has been appointed as executive director of the STEM Center of Excellence at Camp Whispering Cedars, a year-round, hands-on learning environment that provides students from kindergarten through 12th grade with an opportunity to explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through family events, girl-focused programs, and field trips....
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by Lance Murray |
Nov 12, 2022
Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity announced that William Eubanks III has been appointed as its new chief executive officer and will assume his new role on Nov....
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by Lance Murray |
Nov 9, 2022
Bank of America announced that it has invested nearly $900,000 to support nonprofits in North Texas that focus on community needs such as affordable housing, community revitalization, small business, and the arts.
The funds should help nonprofits already beleaguered by the COVID-19 pandemic to overcome the effects of inflation.
“Dallas nonprofits dedicate their time and energy to solve the complex societal challenges, build up our neighbors in need, and promote economic advancement,” Jennifer Chandler, Bank of America Dallas president, said in a statement....
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The Perot family, left to right: Carolyn Perot Rathjen, Nancy Perot, the late Ross Perot, Sr., Margot Perot, Ross Perot, Jr., Suzanne Perot McGee, and Katherine Perot Reeves [Photo: UTSW]
Perot Family’s $50M Gift Boosts UT Southwestern’s Medical Scientist Training Program
by Lance Murray | Nov 9, 2022
The Perot family’s support will expand the number of students admitted to UT Southwestern's dual-degree program as well as research disciplines in which they study, to include biomedical engineering, computational biology, bioinformatics, and data science.
The funding will enhance the curriculum and experiences of Medical Scientist Training Program students and increase efforts to recruit students from elite U.S. colleges, including top international students who want to stay in the U.S. for their careers.
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by Dallas Innovates | Staff Report |
Nov 8, 2022
This Friday, November 11, Orlando and Medal of Honor Recipient CSM Gary Littrell (U.S. Army, retired) will serve as co-grand marshals of the Veterans Day Parade in Dallas, to be held starting at 11 a.m. at City Hall Plaza.
It'll be a homecoming of sorts for Orlando. In 1973, his song "Tie a Yellow Ribbon" became a global hit, reaching No. 1 in the U.S. and U.K. charts. Families of returning Vietnam War POWs adopted the song as their own, tying yellow ribbons on trees across America. Later in 1973, Orlando performed the song at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas at an event welcoming home returning POWs. with Bob Hope as host.
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by Lance Murray |
Nov 8, 2022
If you come shop for a cause Thursday, the Auxiliary of Nexus will offer a wide variety of gifts, snacks, and apparel from 16 different vendors. You'll find everything from artful ceramics to python bags and clutches to men's clothing, women's apparel, skincare, Mexican glassware, handbags, scarves, and much more.
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by Lance Murray |
Nov 7, 2022
Fifteen community-oriented developers have been named to the Community Developers Roundtable, which addresses gaps in the community development ecosystem by offering a long-term, developer-led structure with ongoing feedback and accountability to community-oriented development projects.
The program features a projected $1 million dedicated pre-development fund, staff capacity stipends, and financial resources for technical assistance, including professional coaching and project feasibility studies.
The program features a projected $1 million dedicated pre-development fund, staff capacity stipends, and financial resources for technical assistance, including professional coaching and project feasibility studies.
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