Taste of the NFL Hosts 12th Annual Ultimate Cowboys Tailgate

The North Texas Food Bank is grateful for your support in making Taste of the NFL a tremendous success! Gourmet tailgate fare, signature cocktails, live entertainment, silent and live auctions, and fun tailgate games were available for the North Texans in attendance.

 

Results indicate that there was a nearly 16% increase in revenue over last year’s event, an incredible feat for the North Texas Food Bank and all those who assisted in making this another remarkable event. Over $428,000 was raised, providing 1.28 million meals for those in need.

The field at AT&T Stadium proved the perfect space for this fun event.

Chef Kent Rathbun and more than 20 of the area's hottest chefs served gourmet fare in small portions for this tailgate party.

Texas country artist and song writer Jack Ingram entertained guests.

The event would not have been possible without the help of these fabulous volunteers!

 

Helping Our Heroes Announcement and Check Presentation

Helping Our Heroes Foundation kicked off its annual dinner and golf tournament fundraiser on May 9, 2016 at Ocean Prime Dallas.

Helping Our Heroes Auction Chair Matt Lowe, Co-founder and Event Co-chair Travis Wilson and Underwriting Chair Art Seals

Mary McAdams and Diana Hamilton

The night proceeded with the announcement of the 2016 Guest of Honor General James F. Amos, the presidential nominee who assumed duty as the 35th Commandant of the Marine Corps. Two checks for $25,000 were also presented to the 2015 beneficiaries: Folds of Honor, which provides annual educational scholarships to the families of those killed or disabled while in active duty, and Semper Fi Fund, which provides immediate financial assistance and lifetime support to critically ill and injured members of all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces.

Master Sergeant Christopher Griffo, Helping Our Heroes Event Co-chair Michael Marasco, Folds of Honor Regional Development Officer Sarah White, Mike Engles and Captain Mason Dill

This year’s fundraiser includes a dinner on September 11, 2016, at Frontiers of Flight Museum, which will mark the 15th anniversary of 9/11, followed by a golf tournament at Brookhaven Country Club on September 12, 2016. In the past five years, Helping Our Heroes has donated more than $735,000 to selected beneficiaries.

In 2016, the hope is to raise more than $200,000 to make a positive difference in the lives of veterans and their families through Folds of Honor and Semper Fi Fund. To purchase tickets, please visit http://www.helpingourheroes.us
 

Kick Off Your Summer with BBQ, Band and Brews

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DMA Art Ball 2016 Was a Beautiful Canvas of Color

The Dallas Museum of Art (DMA) hosted Art Ball 2016: Art + Architecture with more than 400 guests on Saturday, April 23, 2016, at the Dallas Museum of Art. Ann and David Sutherland served as this year’s Art Ball Co-chairs.

Steve Summers, Angie Carlson, Mark Esposito and Emily Summers

Guests arrived to a red architectural display of the Dallas skyline and an oversized blueprint of the DMA that served as a step and repeat, which touted Entertainment Sponsors Nancy and Richard Rogers; Silent Auction Sponsors Jennifer and John Eagle; Red Carpet Sponsor Neiman Marcus; Patron Party Sponsors Forty Five Ten and The Joule Hotel; After Party Sponsor Stanley Korshak; Security Sponsor Sidley Austin LLP; Auction Sponsor Christie’s; Dinner Sponsors Peggy and Carl Sewell; Invitation Sponsor Dallas Art Fair; Travel Sponsor Durham Family Foundation; Financial Services Sponsor J.P. Morgan; and Goldman, Sachs & Co. as the Catalogue and Program Sponsor.

During the cocktail hour, guests sipped on mixology cocktails from Luxury Cocktail Sponsor Belvedere Vodka and Hennessy Cognac while they bid on an eclectic mix of experiences, art and gorgeous decorative items curated by Silent Auction Chair, Gonzalo Bueno. Top bidding was on Nicolas Alquin’s Diapason sculpture, featuring old oak with burned patina and lime, and a Presidential Live Oak, grown at the prestigious ranch of President George W. Bush and First Lady Laura Bush in Crawford, Texas.

Michael Flores, Nancy Rogers, Donna Brittingham and Douglas Carney

At 7:45 p.m., a 30-foot tall curtain dramatically opened revealing another Todd Events masterpiece of contemporary reds, greens, and yellows. Sprays of yellow florals, moss drenched chandeliers, and oversized head tables in the shape of a plus sign tied the room into a sensory wonderland.

Ana Laspetkovski and David Weinreb

The Dallas String Quartet provided lively and electric dinner entertainment while patrons feasted on a multi-course dinner catered by Cassandra Fine Catering, which included lobster, duck and fish courses. The live auction, assembled by interior architectural designer Trisha Wilson and sponsored by Christie’s, proved spectacular with items including a Dallas sports package, Napa Valley Wine country getaway and an African Safari at the Izingwe Lodge, a private South African lodge home on the 82,000-acre Welgevonden Private Game Reserve, located in the Waterburg mountain region.

Cathy Hodges and Kurt Anderson

Following dinner, After Party Co-chairs Rachel and Michael Osburn welcomed guests to the Hamon Atrium and Eagle Family Plaza for Folly at the Art Ball, sponsored by Stanley Korshak and presented by the DMA Junior Associates. DJ Lucy Wrubel and Georgia Bridgwater Orchestra provided music while guests danced and mingled, and tickets were available for entrance into a raffle for the not-yet-released in the United States, Jaguar F-Pace Prestige SUV, courtesy of Automotive Raffle Sponsor Park Place Jaguar.

Candice and Tony Romo

Guests included: Co-chairs Ann and David Sutherland, Dallas Museum of Art Interim Director Walter Elcock, Micki and Mayor Mike Rawlings, Dallas Museum of Art President Catherine Marcus Rose, Will Rose, Brian Bolke, Nancy Rogers, Cindy and Howard Rachofsky, Elaine and Neils Agather, Andy Beal, Olya Sinitsyna, Deedie Rose, Peggy and Carl Sewell, Margaret McDermott, Jennifer and John Eagle, Allen and Kelli Questrom, Lance Bass, Candice and Tony Romo, and After Party Co-chairs Rachel and Michael Osburn.

Proceeds from Art Ball directly affect the DMA’s commitment to providing free access to its collection and to a wide range of exhibitions and educational and public programs.

Dallas String Quartet

 

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Job Opportunity: Email Marketing Manager

Email Marketing Manager

United Way of Metropolitan Dallas

Job Description
Do you have a knack for getting the right emails into the right inboxes at the right times? Do you live to see those open and click-through rates climb higher and higher? We’re seeking an expert email marketer to join our team. You’ll be expected to develop and track email campaigns to increase the involvement of individual/corporate donor/volunteer constituents.

Key Responsibilities
Responsible for creating email marketing campaigns to promote the mission of United Way of Metropolitan Dallas:  to change lives forever in North Dallas. Determines target audience, devises campaigns, coordinates scheduling with social media campaigns and launches email campaigns to positively impact the areas of education, financial stability and health in North Dallas.

• Create email marketing campaigns to promote products or services.
• Ensure marketing message is conveyed clearly and delivered properly to prospects.
• Ensure messages are sent in proper form and branding.
• Proofread emails for clarity, grammar, and spelling.
• Develop a personalization strategy.
• Include specific branded graphics, incentives, and detailed descriptions.
• Review messages for brevity.
• Send messages to those who have opted in for messages.
• Ensure messages are mobile-device friendly
• Track and analyze direct and interactive marketing campaigns.
• Use statistical analysis and reports to create campaigns.
• Provide management periodic reporting of email metrics of campaigns to support ROI
• Manage various email campaigns, including the template designs, calls-to-action, and content used in our email sends.
• Segment lists based on behaviors like past email engagement and website interactions (content downloads, site page visits, etc.).
• Measure results and optimize the lead nurturing workflows for these segments to convert leads into customers.
• Work to minimize list decay and unsubscribes while increasing the productivity of our email sends.
• Develop documentation and road maps for processes, A/B tests, and promotions that succeed through email.
• Stay current with changing technology trends and approaches in e-commerce and email
• Other assigned tasks

Job Requirements
Education:  BA/BS or equivalent working experience.
Experience:  3 + years experience with email marketing, lead nurturing, marketing automation, and web analytics.

Skills/Abilities

• Experience with Constant Contact, MailChimp desired. Highly desired is Salesforce.com Marketing Cloud (ExactTarget).
• Excellent understanding of email marketing concepts and metrics such as Sender Score, deliverability, and sender reputation.
• Proficiency in email marketing and marketing automation technology.
• Highly analytical and able to derive meaning from data through A/B testing and email optimization.
• Excellent writer and communicator (in both the written and verbal form).
• Comfortable coding in HTML, CSS, and Javascript.
• Develop templates that are responsive to accept device-independent sizing requirements.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues related to HTML templates, list segmentation and other aspects of email execution, as required.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction, while also functioning and contributing as part of a team.

How to Apply

The best way to apply for a position with United Way of Metropolitan Dallas is to send your cover letter and resume by e-mail to resumes@unitedwaydallas.org or by mail to:

United Way of Metropolitan Dallas
ATTN: Human Resources
1800 N. Lamar
Dallas, TX 75202

Bring the Family to the Toyota Texas Fest This Weekend

Toyota Texas Fest presented by JBL will take place this weekend -- May 20-22, 2016, at Toyota Stadium in Frisco -- benefitting Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.

 

Bring the family for Outdoor Adventures Area, Kids Zone, Outdoor Consumer Expo, live country music, and the Central Market Lone Star Food Fest hosted by Dean Fearing.  The goal is to raise awareness for both TPWD’s conservation efforts and help raise funding for youth and urban outreach programs

 

Tickets:

General Admission: One Day Pass $10    Three Day Pass $20

Food Fest: One Day Pass $25   Three Day Pass $50 (includes upgraded seating for concerts)

Lunker Club: One Day Pass $250 (Catered Buffett, Open Bar, Climate Controlled Suite)

 

The 10th Annual TTBC: Toyota Texas Bass Classic will be held in conjunction to the festival at Lake Ray Roberts, were the top professional anglers will compete.

 

Visit www.ToyotaTexasFest.com for more information.

 

 

It was a Groovy Night at the 1960s-themed 4th Annual History with a Twist

Blue and white VW Beetles, a yellow Thunderbird, and a pink Cadillac flanked the entrance of Dallas Heritage Village’s History with a Twist, providing a perfect picture spot for the almost 400 guests decked out in rose-colored glasses, Sgt. Pepper jackets, flared and flowered pants, tie dye, headbands, beads, boots, peace signs, wigs, and Jackie Kennedy-appropriate attire.

seated: Melissa Prycer, president and executive director, Dallas Heritage Village; Kelly Dybala, past chair of the board, Dallas Heritage Village, and partner with Sidley Austin, LLP,presenting sponsor; driving:Don Baynham, chair of History with a Twist; standing:Marilyn and Ben Weber, honorary chairs, History with a Twist; Trey Pugh, chair of the board, Dallas Heritage Village

Twist’s usual 1920’s theme jumped ahead 40 years to the 1960s in honor of the Village’s 50^th anniversary.  Presented by Sidley Austin, LLP, the 4^th annual fundraiser was held on Main Street at Dallas Heritage Village.   Tables lined Main Street all the way to the vintage photo wagon set up to capture fun memories at the end of the street, and guests enjoyed Blue Mesa Catering and festive cocktails created by Brian McCullough of The Standard Pour. 

Carlos Cardova, Teddy Lewis - in photo wagon

Honorary Chairs Marilyn and Ben Weber arrived in brightly colored Sgt. Pepper coats and Event Chair Don Baynham in an Air Force uniform ready to strike a pose for photos in front of the pink Cadillac.

 

Attendees also included Allison and Harry Hunsicker, Adam Medrano, Jesse Moreno, Tracey and Trey Pugh, Kelly and Paul Dybala, Susan and Linc Eldredge, Suzann Farren, Angela Fontana, Andy Szuwalski, Kathleen and Bill Johnson, Kourtny and John Garrett, Kay and Louis Moore, Ann and Paul Phy, Ruchie and Atul Srivastava, Pat and Richard Trimble, Lynn Vogt, Sally Blanton and Don Petty, Shannon Sutlief and Ann Pinson.

Caitlin Hebert, Steve Hebert

Sponsors include: $10,000: Sidley Austin; $6,500: Marilyn and Ben Weber; $6,000: Phoenix 1 Restoration; $5,000: Jolene Masur; $3,500 Sally and Forrest Hoglund.

 

“It was a fun night to benefit Dallas Heritage Village,” said Don Baynham, event chair.  “We are very grateful for our Vogel Alcove neighbors who offered us a rain plan venue, but we were fortunate that the rains stopped, and we could twist the night away on the bricks of the Village’s historic Main Street.”

Mosaic Family Services Announces Jennifer Staubach Gates as Award Recipient

Jennifer Staubach Gates

Mosaic Family Services announces Councilmember Jennifer Staubach Gates as the recipient of the 2016 Champion of Human Rights Award, which will be presented at the nonprofit’s 7^th Annual Gala on Thursday, October 20, 2016 from 7 – 11 p.m. at The Empire Room in the Dallas Design District.

The Champion of Human Rights Award is presented each year to individuals and/or groups who strive to ensure the protection of the basic human rights and fundamental freedoms to which all human beings are entitled. Councilmember Gates has shown remarkable dedication to making a difference in the lives of Dallas residents, particularly survivors of domestic violence. Her extraordinary work with the Domestic Violence Task Force and Public Safety Committee continues to bring awareness to human rights abuses and empowers the agency’s clients.

“Councilmember Jennifer Staubach Gates has been at the forefront of leading efforts in Dallas to raise awareness about family violence,” remarked  Melissa Green, event co-chair and Mosaic Family Services board member. “As she continues her work combating this all too prevalent issue, we are pleased to honor her as a Champion of Human Rights. Our work would not be possible without her." 

Chaired by Melissa Green and Elizabeth Weathersby, with honorary chair Lana Byrne, the gala will include cocktails, dinner by Stock & Barrel, silent auction, raffle, casino, live entertainment and more. 

Tickets are $150 each; sponsorships begin at $500. For tickets, sponsorships or more information, visit mosaicservices.org/events.

Wilkinson Center Young Friend White Party Kick-Off event {with Society Pics}

On May 4th, The Young Friends of the Wilkinson Center hosted the kick-off event for their upcoming White Party.  About 700 people came out to Happiest Hour to show their support and celebrate Cinco de Mayo.

 

Guests were able to purchase Young Friend memberships, White Party tickets, White Party Sponsorships and tables,  and take part in a raffle to win a VIP table at the White Party.  In addition, guests that purchased any of these items received free margaritas and tacos during the happy hour.  DJ Souljah provided a range of beats throughout the evening keeping guest entertained.

 

Entertainment was provided by DJ Souljah.  Happiest Hour graciously donated tacos and margaritas.  Event photographer was Lisa Means.

 

The Young Friends of the Wilkinson Center will host its fifth annual White Party Benefit at 6500 Cedar Springs on Saturday, June 4^th.  This is the biggest fundraiser for the Young Friends of Wilkinson Center and it brought in over $100,000 last year with more than 1000 people in attendance.

 

Presenting sponsor is Park Place Dealerships.  They featured a Porsche 911 at the kick-off party and gave away goodie bags from its trunk to the first 25 guests!

Timothy Doty, Suraj Jagannathan, Timothy Goodwin

Kara Flores, Alex Amsden

Brittani Carter-Durant, Jesse Bermensolo-Cutler

Caitlin Riston, Lauren Champlin, Rachel Mentesana

Young Friend Committee

Back: Alex Flores, OJ DeSouza, Brandon Nugent, Kristen Johnson, Laura Reeder, Hunter Heres, Kay Weir, Barton Duffy,  Megan Blessing, Meredith Diers

Front: Brittani Carter Durant, Laura Ailshire, Vodi Cook, Baylea Wood, Ariba Kamal, Chrystie Trimmell, Krystal Houle

Crystal Reed, Eva Sherenian, Krystal Houle

Jesse Bermnesolo-Cutler, OJ DeSouza, Brandon Nugent

 

Baylea Wood, Laura Ailshire

Dan Wassem, Carly Shanklin, Kevan Chughtai

ASAS North Texas Rising Stars Spring Luncheon

Every day, thousands of Dallas youth are left on their own after-school. After-School All-Stars (ASAS) North Texas gives these youth a safe haven during the “danger zone” hours of 4-6pm - the time of day when youth violence, drug use, and other delinquent behaviors are most likely to occur. ASAS provides free, comprehensive after-school programs that are keeping hundreds of Dallas youth safe and helping them succeed in school and in life.

 

ASAS North Texas invites you to join us for the inaugural

Rising Stars Spring Luncheon

 

The luncheon will highlight the many talents and stories of the All-Star students. Preceeding the program will be an opportunity for you to meet and listen to two of the All-Star DJs. During the program, you will hear the After-School All-Stars story, see student performances, and listen to a few words from an All-Star.

 

For more information please contact:

Marissa Castro Mikoy | marissa@as-as.org | 214-570-4855

Volunteer Opportunity: House of DIFFA Circo Rouge

House of DIFFA: Circo Rouge is rapidly approaching, and they are in need of volunteers to help bring the most spectacular show on earth to life!

There are various volunteer opportunities leading up to House of DIFFA: Circo Rouge on May 21, 2016.  Visit the volunteer registration site to sign up for shifts:   http://events.trustevent.com/index.cfm?eid=2277

DIFFA Dallas relies heavily on volunteers, and with your generosity they are able to raise thousands of dollars each year to help the fight against HIV/AIDS throughout North Texas. 

 

Children's Cancer Fund Gala 2016 Surpassed Fundraising Goal {Recap and Photos}

The Children’s Cancer Fund Annual Gala, themed “An Evening in Oz,” the nonprofit’s 28th annual fundraiser held on April 22, raised over $820,000 for pediatric oncology research and treatment programs, surpassing its $750,000 fundraising goal. The spring event is the organization’s largest annual fundraiser for pediatric cancer.

Terrance Williams, Roger Staubach, Troy Aikman, Byron Jones, Jason Garrett, Morris Claiborne

“We are absolutely thrilled with the success of this year’s event,” said Gala Co-Chair Lisa Cooley.  “For 27 years, this event has been a luncheon, so it is exciting for a new evening event to succeed.  We are very grateful to the hard work of everyone involved and the many donors, sponsors, and attendees whose generosity plays a critical role in our efforts to stop this number one disease-related killer of children in the U.S., which takes over 250 lives worldwide every day.”

Brady Pampillonia and Texas Tech Coach Kliff Kingsbury

Over 900 guests, greeted at the entrance of the Hilton Anatole by the characters of the Wizard of Oz, followed the yellow brick road to a night filled with emotion as over 60 pediatric cancer patients and survivors walked the runway with celebrities and sponsors in their new clothing, donated by Dillard’s. The audience celebrated the children’s successes in their courageous battles with cancer as they reveled in an evening of fun, away from hospitals and treatments.

Maxwell Matlock with Dallas SWAT

Event Chairmen Troy Aikman and Roger Staubach, along with many other celebrities and sponsors, including  Dallas Cowboys Coach Jason Garrett; Cowboys players Brandon Carr, Byron Jones, Morris Claiborne, and Terrance Williams; Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Ashley and Rachel; Cowboys Mascot Rowdy; child actor Sunny Malouf; media personalities Jane McGarry and Amy Vanderoef; the Pink Heals Firefighters; Miss Texas America 2015 Shannon Sanderford; The Bachelor’s Jake Pavelka; Dallas Wings WNBA Player Brianna Kiesel; Texas Tech Head Football Coach Kliff Kingsbury; Olympic Medalist Mitch Gaylord; Jocelyn White; Dallas SWAT members; and more. 

Miss Texas America 2015 Shannon Sanderford with Jodan McDowell

Gala Co-Chairs Giora Barker and Lisa Cooley kicked off the program with Aikman, who has been involved for 19 years, and Staubach, who has been involved for all 28 years.

Troy Aikman, Karen McClard, Giora Barker, Brittney Bannon, Lisa Cooley, Roger Staubach

 The longtime event chairmen turned it over to KDFW FOX 4 News Anchor Clarice Tinsley, and Scott Murray, Mistress and Master of Ceremonies who introduced the young models and their escorts, sharing a little about each child.

Christian Arroyo with Byron Jones

Following dinner, the fashion show, and auctions, guests hit the dance floor to the sounds of the appropriately themed Emerald City Band.

Sidney Carr joins dad Brandon Carr to escort Trip Rowley

This year, raffle tickets were sold for a 2016 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport 4x4 donated by the Clay Cooley Automotive Group and tricked out by NTX Auto Masters, Kit Courrege, and Epic 4x4 Offroad.

Troy Aikman escorts Hayden Ritchie down the runway

Proceeds from the Gala go to Children’s Cancer Fund to support pediatric cancer research and treatment programs at Children's Medical Center. Since 1982, Children’s Cancer Fund has donated more than $7 million to the childhood cancer cause.

DCC Ashley, Julissa Garcia, DCC Rachel

Children’s Cancer Fund was founded 33 years ago by a coalition of parents whose children were receiving cancer therapy at Children’s Medical Center.  The organizers have since been joined by community leaders, dedicated volunteers, and health professionals in their fundraising efforts.

Myles Allison with Dallas Cowboys Head Coach Jason Garrett

In addition to raising awareness and funds for children’s cancer research, this event serves as a positive social-psychological experience for children undergoing cancer treatment,” added Giora Barker, Gala Co-Chair. “As the mother of a cancer survivor, I understand the importance of this type of experience for the children.  Each year, this event brings children living with cancer together for an unforgettable, embracing, and heartwarming experience.”

Friends of the Warren Center host Kickoff for the Art of Music Gala, Synesthesia

The Friends of The Warren Center hosted a kickoff for the Inaugural Art of Music Gala Synesthesia on Thursday, May 5^th at Hotel ZaZa’s Art House. Over 100 guests enjoyed light bites from Hotel ZaZa’s Dragonfly restaurant while sipping on house wine, Moscow Mule cocktails and local Dallas beers. All sponsored by Ben Smithee and Hotel ZaZa. Guests also enjoyed live painting by Christina Yielding and music by UT Arlington’s jazz trio group.  

Synesthesia 2017
Photos by Walter Nelms of James Edward Photography

The Art of Music Gala Host Committee Chair and Kickoff Sponsor, Ben Smithee, announced The Inaugural Art of Music Gala which will be hosted by The Friends of The Warren Center on Friday, February 24, 2017 at Southside on Lamar Ballroom.

Brian Rich, Rayann Rich, Ben Smithee, Michelle Lamont

LaSondra and AJ Jackson spoke on behalf of their daughter Constance who received services from The Warren Center for close to 3 years.  They spoke about how The Warren Center not only helped thier daughter, but also supported the entire family through the process. 

Live Painting by Artist Christina Yielding

Seen in the crowd: Ben Smithee, Tim Ishii, UT Arlington Associate Chair, Department of Music, Jazz Band, Jordan Roberts, Dan O’Brien, Jackson, Jake Pavelka, Michelle Lamont, Rayann and Brian Rich, David Call, Tammy and George Lee, Carla Gourley, Molly Nolan, Dr. Kat Smith, Leah Frazier, Kevin Kepple, Cameron Stewart, Bill Warren and Kasie Ricart.

Jordan Roberts, Jake Pavelka

The Art of Music Gala will include five renowned musicians who will compose an original composition inspired by this year’s theme of “Synesthesia” - a neurological phenomenon in which stimulation of one sensory or cognitive pathway leads to automatic, involuntary experiences in a second sensory or cognitive pathway. Imagine that when you see a city's skyline, you taste blackberries. Or maybe when you hear a violin, you feel a tickle on your left knee. Perhaps you are completely convinced that Wednesdays are light red. If you have experiences like these, you might have synesthesia. 

Dr. Kat Smith, Leah Frazier

Each composition will then be delivered to five world-class artists to create five one of a kind works of art - purely inspired by the compositions. The result is a night of celebration and performance where each original composition and its inspired work of art will be unveiled and performed live at the Gala.

 

Each completely unique piece of art and original manuscript/recording of the compositions that inspired will be auctioned off live, with the proceeds going directly to The Warren Center.

Meghan Moya, David Call, Teresa Nguyen

 

The Friends of The Warren Center will be hosting more events leading up to the February 24, 2017 gala where they will be announcing the music headliner and the musicians and artists who will be providing their compositions and artwork.   

 

Axel & Kasie Ricart