My Possibilities (MP), a Plano-based non-profit organization
dedicated to empowering adults with special needs, is hosting the
fourth annual Community Ball on Saturday, April 29 to raise funds
for their educational programs. As a pioneering leader in
vocational education for adults with cognitive disabilities, MP
provides instruction in independent living, culinary skills,
creative expression, health and wellness, as well as a variety of
other enriching programs. These unique programs are designed to
stimulate the cognitive and creative abilities of our students
whom we lovingly refer to as HIPsters – Hugely Important
People.
From the beginning, the Community Ball has been and
remains a collaborative effort between My Possibilities and many
North Texas businesses, families and individuals that support
advanced education for adults with special needs. For the
fourth year, MP is proud to announce that Alliance Data is
returning as the Community Ball’s Presenting Sponsor. This
year, the cocktail-attire event will be held at the Embassy Suites
Hotel in Frisco.
The theme of this year’s event is “The Big Reveal,”
and local magician, Trigg Watson will be the evening’s emcee.
Watson will reveal some very exciting news regarding the future of
My Possibilities and the entire North Texas special needs
community. The event starts at 6:00 p.m. and ends at 10:00
p.m. Tickets for the event start at $125, and can be
purchased online at
www.MyPossibilities.org/CommunityBall.
The Community Ball raises funds for the
education-based programming offered at MP, and provides an
opportunity to celebrate the HIPsters and their accomplishments.
Guests get to interact first-hand with the HIPsters they are
raising money and advocating for, and witness the joy that the
HIPsters create as they dance to live music provided by the Georgia
Bridgwater Orchestra. In addition to live entertainment, event
guests will be treated to formal dinner and dancing in addition to
a silent and live auction. The HIPsters’ creative efforts are
always highlighted, and there will be artwork, jewelry and other
objects of interest available for purchase. Talent of the HIPsters
will also be showcased with some live musical performances.
“Alliance Data is committed to empowering
individuals to live an independent life, and My Possibilities is a
proven driver of lasting achievement for adults with a cognitive
disability in North Texas. Through a foundational model of
continued education and vocational training My Possibilities’
impact on their HIPsters, families, and our community makes them a
cornerstone partner for Alliance Data,” said Dana Beckman, Director
of Corporate Affairs for Alliance Data. “For the fourth year, we
are proud to yet again serve as the presenting sponsor of the
Community Ball.”
In addition to Alliance Data, Berry Family Services
is another long-time partner of My Possibilities, and they are the
HIPster Sponsor this year. Other organizations and
individuals are contributing to the success of this year’s
Community Ball. Republic National Distributing Company will
be a Beverage Sponsor this year. Gold Sponsors underwriting
the Ball include: Liz & Tim McHugh, GCATS, Service First
Mortgage, and The Weeks Law Firm. First Texas Homes, Chase’s Place,
and Doreen & Joe Piellucci are also participating as Silver
Sponsors. Their ongoing support shows the level of commitment
that North Texans have for providing educational programs for the
special needs community.
“It is heart-warming to see the community rally
around My Possibilities,” said Charmaine Solomon, Chairman of the
Board at MP. “Once again, our friends from Alliance Data have
honored our HIPsters by agreeing to be the event’s Presenting
Sponsor. We also want to recognize Berry Family Services, who
has underwritten our HIPsters for the evening, Men’s Wearhouse, the
Prom Closet from St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church, and other
organizations too numerous to mention."
“There is no way to thank all of the businesses,
donors, parents and volunteers that have spent countless hours
working to make the Community Ball possible,” Solomon added.
“With the support of our friends within the community, My
Possibilities continues to grow and offer an unprecedented array of
educational programs that make a real difference in the lives of
the special needs adults who live in North Texas.”
To learn more about My Possibilities, contact
Charmaine Solomon, Founder & Chairman of the Board, at (469)
631-1372 or by email at charmaine@mptx.org. To reach Michael
Thomas, the MP Executive Director, call 469-241-9100 or email him
at director@mptx.org. Additional information is also
available on the website at www.mypossibilities.org. For
information regarding Alliance Data, contact Danielle Ricketts at
danielle.ricketts@alliancedata.com, or visit
www.alliancedata.com.
About Alliance Data Alliance
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and Fortune 500 company headquartered in Plano,
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About My Possibilities:My
Possibilities is a Plano, Texas-based non-profit, charity -
501(c)(3), for adults with disabilities (Autism, Down
Syndrome, Asperger’s, Prader-Willi, Head Injuries,
etc.). Started in June 2008, this organization is the FIRST
full-day, full-year program in Collin County for Texans who
have "aged out" of secondary education. My Possibilities helps
special needs adults build independence and vocational skills in a
safe and nurturing environment. To learn more, please go to
www.mypossibilities.org.
Contacts:
Lauren McCormick
214-662-8137
lmccormick@mptx.org
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