Beyond Goods. Beyond Goodwill.
Written by Ashleigh Hughes, produced by Westfolk Film Co.
Ashleigh Hughes, CFRE
Performance, data-driven and servant-minded leader specializing in development, marketing, operations and communications with 20+ years of experience leading in the not-for-profit and political sector serving as a strategic planner, board manager, community organizer, spokeswoman, brand visionary and fundraiser managing multi-million dollar budgets. Securing over $250 million+ in public funds, demonstrating an innate ability to marshal best practices, ingenuity, and an entrepreneurial spirit to develop programs from the ground up in a fast-paced, budget conscious environment.
MacKenzie Scott’s Millions Boost Native American Nonprofits
MacKenzie Scott’s grant-making approach — unrestricted multimillion-dollar gifts without interference or onerous reporting requirements — has proven particularly valuable to Native American nonprofits, whose history with private philanthropy has long been marked by a lack of trust and paltry funding.Although Scott’s donations to Native American nonprofits are a small subset of the billions she has donated since 2020, they are unique in that they have gone to groups led by Native Americans.“For a...
Goodwill Dallas - "Underdogs"
Written by Ashleigh Hughes; produced by Westfolk Film Co.
Goodwill 2017: "Haven"
Written by Ashleigh Hughes; created by Westfolk Film Co.
Happy International Women’s Day! – Women We Admire
As we celebrate International Women's Day, we take pride in recognizing the remarkable achievements and contributions of women leaders in our community. In honor of this special occasion, we've had the privilege of catching up with a few extraordinary women leaders to delve into their inspiring journeys. From navigating challenges to seizing opportunities, these trailblazers have demonstrated resilience, innovation, and unwavering commitment to excellence.
In our conversations, we've explore...
Goodwill's The Lunch Attracts A Power Crowd — And Lyle Lovett — To The Omni Dallas
Few nonprofits do more for North Texans with disabilities and disadvantages than Goodwill Industries of Dallas Inc. The organization, after all, placed more than 1,500 of them in jobs last year, while also gathering and processing 20,000 tons of “stuff” for consumers at its 18 donation centers. That may be why the group’s 2019 fundraiser called The Lunch on Tuesday, October 1, at the Omni Dallas hotel attracted 680, including a number of heavyweight guests.
Lead $10 Million Gift Secured
Lockheed Martin donates $10M to Marine Corps museum
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Goodwill Dallas' "The Lunch"
According to “The Lunch” Luncheon Co-Chairs Suzanne and Jim Johnston,
“We are honored to serve as chairs of the second annual event, ‘The Lunch,’ on Friday, September 9th, with Keynote Speaker, Dr. Condoleezza Rice benefitting Goodwill Dallas. Goodwill is all about jobs and people, and through jobs, helping each individual reach his or her full potential.
“At last year’s event, we witnessed what can happen when great minds, enthusiastic volunteers and the most generous people in Dallas work to
Goodwill Dallas Named Recipient of Google.com $10 Million Investment
2 DFW Goodwill Industries Agencies Get Google Funds for Digital Skills Training as part of a national $10 million investment from Google.org. called Goodwill Digital Career Accelerator.
TRAILER: The Surge: the Untold Story
The Surge: the Untold Story is the only documentary of its kind offering audiences a look into the real story of the Surge in Iraq, as told by top U.S. military commanders.
These never-before-seen interviews move beyond Washington politics to tell the ground truth of a failing mission transformed into one of the most successful military operations in a generation of war fighting. This documentary honors the sacrifice, courage and ingenuity of military members in nearly impossible circumstances.
Good Morning Texas, Halloween
Fun, DIY looks on a budget for Halloween that support Goodwill's mission!
MacKenzie Donates $5 Million to Goodwill Dallas
Goodwill Dallas is thrilled to announce a significant donation from MacKenzie Scott on December 15 as part of a historic gift presented to 384 organizations across the United States, Puerto Rico, and Washington D.C. Goodwill Dallas is one of three organizations in the Dallas metroplex to receive a donation from Scott. “This is a national validation of Goodwill Dallas’ effort. Her team took an outside-in, evidence-based approach and found what we have long known about this special organization: Goodwill delivers sustained impact at scale,” said Larry Helm, board chair at Goodwill Dallas.
Partnership With Native Americans Sponsors PBS Series to Increase Native Awareness
DALLAS, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Native Americans have a long history of being misrepresented. Decades of systemic oppression and violence continue to impact the tribes and fuel food and water insecurity, inadequate healthcare, and education barriers. Yet, few people realize this, and less than one percent of all charitable giving supports Native causes. It is this misrepresentation and lack of resources that drives Partnership with Native Americans (PWNA) to raise awareness around realitie...
Goodwill 2017: "Then & Now"
Written by Ashleigh Hughes
Goodwill finally has a luncheon
It seems axiomatic that Goodwill Industries of Dallas throws an annual fundraising luncheon, but it didn't — until now.
Presented by David B. Miller Family Foundation, The Lunch will debut Sept. 15 at the Omni Dallas Hotel, and it's already sold out. Ticket holders may get to hobnob with former President George W. Bush, whom the charity is billing as the "keynote guest."
"Every organizational accomplishment of Goodwill Dallas is achieved through a collaborative effort by the many community lea
DYMA Strengthens Its Support of Boys & Girls Clubs of America Through Co-branded Salt and Pepper Packets
Press Release
ATLANTA, May 18, 2023 – DYMA Brands (“DYMA” or the “Company”), an industry leader in innovation and foodservice manufacturing, will launch newly designed, co-branded salt and pepper packets under the Single Serv brand that highlight the Company’s support of Boys & Girls Clubs of America.
In May 2023, DYMA will launch the co-branded product platform with Boys & Girls Clubs of America that will put a spotlight on the youth-serving organization in all restaurants and foodservice venue...
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How to Advocate for What Matters Most—At Any Age
In a world that is becoming increasingly digital, young people have a voice that’s more influential than ever before — and they’re using it to advocate for issues they’re passionate about. In fact, in a recent survey of youth, Boys & Girls Clubs of America found that today’s teens are committed to societal change and passionate about social justice issues that continue to top headlines. Youth voice is more impactful than ever, with over 80% of youth saying they feel like they can make a differen...
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