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Calvert Collins-Bratton named next President and CEO of Klyde Warren Park

Calvert Collins-Bratton, Chief Relationships Officer at Communities Foundation of Texas, has accepted the role of President and CEO of Klyde Warren Park, effective September 1.

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Support for South Central Texas Flood Relief

Widespread flooding caused by 30 inches of rain in South Central Texas has begun to recede. The area is now focused on recovery and rebuilding.

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Communities Foundation of Texas Awards $2M to Strengthen Local News and Civic Engagement across North Texas

Local news grants include $1.15 million to support 11 organizations expanding reporting, community engagement, and sustainable models for civic information; Additional civic engagement grants total $825,000 to 17 organizations.

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Communities Foundation of Texas Awards $10M + to Advance Education
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Jennifer Burr Altabef, Alice Rodriguez, and James D. “Jim” Shields join CFT’s Board of Trustees
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Austin Street Center Launches Fundraising Effort to Support Families Displaced by Oak Cliff Apartment Explosion
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A Perspective on Healthy Food Access – Nadine Dechausay
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A Perspective on Healthy Food Access – Heather Lepeska
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Leading Through Legacy: CFT’s Live Oak Society
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A Letter From Our President – Summer 2019
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CFT’s Education Expertise
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CFT’s Emerging Leaders in Philanthropy Cohort Graduates, Awards $50,000
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Dallas Regional Chamber Young Professionals “Get On Board” event features CFT’s Monica Egert Smith
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Largest Community Day of Giving Just Got Larger with Dirk & Jessica Nowitzki as Honorary Chairs for 11th annual North Texas Giving Day!
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CFT in the Media

Raising awareness about local arts and culture in Dallas
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North Texas Gives to the Arts Returns with $100K in Matching Funds
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Support local arts via North Texas Gives to the Arts campaign
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A North Texas non-profit is helping students succeed in higher education with over $2 million in scholarships
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Downtown Dallas must thrive for region to succeed
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How a women-led nonprofit is helping South Dallas residents stay in their homes
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Leaders in Philanthropy – Local Profile
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South Dallas nonprofit carries on Pearl C. Anderson’s legacy of giving
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Dallas’ affordable housing supply is evaporating, report finds
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Still need a Valentine’s Day gift? Two local North Texas non-profits may have the perfect idea
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