With almost 20 years in education, including 14 as an administrator, Lowe most recently earned a doctorate in educational leadership with an emphasis in educational technology

Prince of Peace Christian School welcomes Dr. Jeremy Lowe as the new high school principal.  Previously Dr. Lowe served as both head of school and principal at Vail Christian High School, a college-prep school in Edwards, Colorado. This year he received his doctoral degree in educational leadership with a specialization in educational technology from the University of Phoenix.

Lowe has served in an administrative role for the past 14 out of almost 20 years in education.  Before his tenure at Vail Christian High School, he served as executive director/principal at Lutheran High School, La Verne, California, for five years. Lowe received his undergraduate education at Jamestown College in Jamestown, North Dakota, with a double major in English and physical education, a minor in coaching and an emphasis in secondary education.  He then received his Colloquy and master’s degree in educational administration from Concordia University in Irvine, California.   He has also served as a coach for varsity baseball, football, basketball, and golf and has taught English and theology.

“There was never any doubt in my mind that I wanted to pursue a career in education,” said Dr. Lowe.  “My dad was an educator for 47 years, and he set an excellent example for the family man and person I strive to be.  He encouraged and served others – not only as an educator but also in public service.”

“Dr. Jeremy Lowe brings a wealth of administrative experience and knowledge in secondary education from coaching to instruction and management,” said Chris Hahn, head of school, Prince of Peace Christian.  “He is recognized by his peers for his expertise and is an ideal choice to lead our students as they complete their high school years.”

Born in Englewood, California, Lowe moved at a young age to Minnesota, where he grew up and began his first job in education. He has consulted with Christian schools across the U.S and is a sought-after speaker at teacher conferences. 

“I love working in a high school environment, getting to know the freshmen and seeing them graduate,” added Lowe.  “It’s such an important time of their lives, and I consider it an honor to walk alongside them, share in their highs and lows, and to prepare them for the future.  I stress to all my students that they are capable of more than they think they are – they can be more active, learn more, and serve more.  Being part of a dynamic learning environment challenges you to seek knowledge.  Education should be meaningful and enjoyable.  When it is, you create life-long learners.”

Dr. Lowe, his wife Mandy, and his three children, Matthew, 7, Zachary, 9, and Rachel, 11, now reside in West Plano.

“Texas has welcomed my family and me with open arms, and while we’ll miss many friends we left behind in Colorado, we are looking forward to experiencing some milder winters here!” added Lowe. 

“While I was familiar with Prince of Peace’s well-respected reputation as a progressive high school and its significant growth rate, I had not experienced what it was like to be on this campus.  The sense of community here is inspiring,” added Lowe.  “Now as part of this exceptional team of educators, it is my hope to play an impactful role in leading POPCS to the next iteration of itself as we continue to graduate disciples and leaders for service and success in the 21^st century.”

Prince of Peace Christian School and Early Learning Center is a nationally recognized and award-winning school serving children ages 6 weeks through Grade 12.  The school’s strong academic programs both challenge and nurture students.  The campus encompasses 27-acres with more than 190,000 square feet of facilities, including an Early Learning Center, Lower School, Middle School, High School, 12 acres of sports fields, gated playgrounds, and gymnasiums. The campus includes the Eagle Stadium Complex featuring a multi-purpose synthetic turf stadium with grandstand seating for over 1,000 people, a world-class eight-lane track, baseball/softball field and four tennis courts.  The school’s Fine Arts building features a 500-seat theater, band and choir halls, individual practice rooms and art studio.  With over 950 students, Prince of Peace Christian School is celebrating its 36th year of providing an exemplary education equipping students as disciples and leaders for life.  Prince of Peace Christian School is located at 4004 Midway Road, (near North Dallas Tollway and Park Boulevard) Carrollton, TX 75007-6018. Call (972) 447-0532 or visit www.popcs.org.

Greater Dallas Chapter of Association of Fundraising Professionals Announces Awardees for

29^th Annual Luncheon Celebrating National Philanthropy Day

Event brings together area’s nonprofits, volunteers, funders, foundations, business and community members to honor some of Dallas’ finest who give of their time, talent and treasure to support many worthy causes

The Greater Dallas Chapter of Association of Fundraising Professionals, with presenting sponsor KERA, will honor recipients in six categories at the 29^th Annual National Philanthropy Day Awards Luncheon “Imagine, Dream, Grow” on Friday, November 14, 2014, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Hyatt Regency Dallas, Landmark Ballroom. The awards luncheon will be emceed by long-time supporter Scott Murray.

Luncheon Chair Christina Moore-Salinas, CFRE, and Co-Chair Sarah Elliott announce the 2014 award recipients in six categories:

Katherine Perot Reeves (Outstanding Philanthropist - nominated by North Texas Food Bank/Colleen Brinkmann (NTFB) and sponsored by Clarkson Davis: A passionate advocate for hunger-relief causes, Katherine Perot Reeves personally donates to North Texas Food Bank’s programs and serves as an active board member, volunteer and tour guide of NTFB’s distribution center. She has twice chaired the organization’s letter-writing campaign, raising funds for the Food 4 Kids Backpack Program, providing weekend food to more than 11,000 chronically hungry children. Since joining the board in 2011, her combined personal donations and fundraising efforts have exceeded $6 million. Reeves’ family’s legacy with NTFB began when her aunt, Bette Perot, helped NTFB founder Liz Minyard acquire warehouse space to launch the food bank’s operation in 1982.  She and her four siblings partnered to donate $2 million over two years, helping NTFB complete a three-year strategic plan, ReThink Hunger, which ended in June 2014.  It provided access to 62 million meals; expanded the warehouse, adding refrigeration; and established the Hunger Center of North Texas, a research arm conducting studies on factors that impact hunger. Reeves is a founding donor and advisory board member of Perot Museum of Nature and Science; former Dallas Museum of Art Junior Associates Board Chair and An Affair of the Art Ball Chair, Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas-Gertrude Shelburne Volunteer of the Year 2006; Turtle Creek Recovery Center, Board Member 2006-2011; volunteer for the Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Stars on the Rise scholarship program; Sweetheart Ball member benefitting Southwestern Medical Center 2013 to present; Episcopal School of Dallas and da Vinci School parent volunteer. She serves as director of Petrus Securities and as a director of the Perot Foundation with her siblings. She credits her “service heart” to her parents, Margot and Ross Perot, whose business success and passion for service to others provided her with the opportunity to build upon their legacy.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas (Outstanding Corporation – nominated by the Caring for Children Foundation of Texas) Known as a “company that cares,” Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) believes in creating long-term value through social responsibility. For more than eight decades, the company has demonstrated that belief through funding programs that support organizations focused on underserved/underinsured Texans. Last year BCBSTX provided support to nearly 360 organizations, with over $6.2 million in corporate contributions. The Healthy Kids Healthy Families (HKHF) grant program is an example of how BCBSTX’s funding addresses health and wellness. Working to stem the rising tide of obesity and related chronic conditions such as diabetes, HKHF’s utilizes grants to improve nutrition education, physical activity, and disease prevention, while supporting safe environments. Some of the 2014 HKHF partners include: IT’S Time Texas, Marathon Kids, Real School Gardens, CAN DO Houston, and The Children’s Advocacy Center of Texas. Under the HKHF umbrella, BCBSTX also partners with KaBoom!, the national nonprofit dedicated to helping today’s children spend more time playing outdoors.  Since that partnership began, BCBSTX employees have helped construct 18 playgrounds throughout Texas. One of the company’s most longstanding philanthropic efforts is a mobile health outreach program called the Care Van^® Program. More than 2 million children currently living in Texas go without immunizations due to costs or limited medical care access. Operated by the Caring for Children Foundation of Texas, a fleet of 10 mobile units travels into medically underserved areas providing vaccinations, dental screenings, and other health services. Celebrating 20 years, the organization has reached nearly 750,000 children and provided more than 1.1 million vaccines thanks to the support of BCBSTX. Through the company’s Employee Giving Program and the Blue Corps Volunteer Program, employees can also support organizations that are important to them.  Considered the company’s most valuable asset, employees are valued contributors in achieving business objectives and are recognized and rewarded accordingly.  

Children’s Cancer Fund (Outstanding Foundation – nominated by Children’s Medical Center Foundation and sponsored by Children’s Medical Center).  Children’s Cancer Fund (CCF) was founded in 1982 by a coalition of parents whose children were receiving cancer therapy at Children’s under the care of Dr. George Buchanan and his team of physicians and health professionals. Its mission is to advance pediatric treatment and prevention through research and improved clinical service. CCF strives to support initiatives aimed at discovering better treatments and, potentially, cures for pediatric cancer while minimizing or eliminating the challenging psychological effects on cancer patients, as well as the long-term effects of treatment on survivors. Partnering since its inception with Children’s Medical Center and UT Southwestern Medical Center -- both national leaders in the research and treatment of pediatric cancer -- CCF has provided over $7 million in funding to these institutions over the past three decades. CCF’s two signature fundraising events, the Annual Luncheon and Fashion Show and the SBB Golf Classic, inspire others to take active leadership roles in the fight against pediatric cancer. This year the 26^th Annual Luncheon, led by longtime honorary chairs Roger Staubach and Troy Aikman, engaged 150 volunteers, 1,200 guests and raised more than $480,000. The event brings together current pediatric cancer patients and survivors, supporters, celebrities, and the community to inspire hope and raise support. The SBB Golf Classic, begun by Fred Shapiro of SBB Management Co., has raised more than $300,000 during the past six years. For 32 years, CCF has supported programs and fellows at Children’s and UT Southwestern; improved outpatient care in the Pauline Allen Gill Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders at Children’s, and funded a child life specialist to help families cope with the social and physiological effects of a cancer or blood disorder diagnosis. CCF remains driven to create a brighter future for kids with cancer by investing in innovation, inspiring hope, and providing resources for compassionate care.

Chris Kleinert (Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser – nominated by Methodist Health System Foundation and sponsored by Dini Spheris).  Chris Kleinert, president and CEO of Hunt Consolidated Investments, LLC, a subsidiary of Hunt Consolidated, Inc., is known for his board service and nonprofit commitments, most recently leading the successful fundraising campaign for Methodist Health System’s Bright ER Capital Campaign.  Launched in 2012, this campaign was Methodist’s largest fundraising effort to date.  Raising significant funds for Methodist-Dallas was thought to be a challenge due to the majority of its patients being uninsured or underinsured and a general lack of awareness of the critical role Methodist plays in the community’s trauma care system as one of only three trauma centers in the city at large. Under Kleinert’s leadership, the campaign exceeded its goal by raising over $20 million including securing several gifts of over $1 million and important leadership gifts from many leading foundations as well as a broad base of first-time donors to Methodist.  Kleinert is a member of the board of trustees of the Communities Foundation of Texas, the board of directors for the Tate Lecture Series and the Dallas Regional Chamber. He also serves on the M.J. Neeley School of Business International Board of Visitors at Texas Christian University and the Investment Committee of Southern Methodist University. He served as co-chair of the American Heart Association’s 2014 Dallas Heart Walk with his brother-in-law, Hunter Hunt.  This year’s walk was the biggest yet, raising over $5.5 million and involving over 70,000 walkers.  He and his wife, Ashlee, founded Executives in Action (EIA) in 2009. EIA is a nonprofit organization that engages experienced business leaders in transition as pro-bono consultants in high impact projects for nonprofit agencies that could not otherwise access such talent. 

Milton Key (Outstanding Fundraising Executive - nominated by John Roppolo). Milton Key, vice president of development and executive director of the foundation for Presbyterian Communities and Services -- the parent organization of Faith Presbyterian Hospice, Grace Presbyterian Village and Presbyterian Village North -- has more than 23 years of experience in advancing organizations through fundraising.  In leadership positions or as an integral part of fundraising teams, Key has worked with donors whose contributions have totaled millions of dollars through annual gifts, major gifts, and planned gifts, toward campaigns and initiatives that have resulted in more than $300 million for higher education, children’s services, and healthcare. Key’s career has taken him from Dallas Baptist University to Buckner International, Austin College, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, and back to Dallas, where he is currently helping to lead a $38.6 million campaign for Faith Presbyterian Hospice to build the T. Boone Pickens Hospice and Palliative Care Center – Dallas’ first stand-alone community inpatient hospice center. Caring, kind and accessible, Key has successfully led and mentored many professionals during his career. He is a natural at cultivating donors, working with trustees, building teams, engaging others and spreading the word. A longtime member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals Greater Dallas Chapter, he served on the board of directors and as president in 2003 and 2004. While in Atlanta, he was elected to the International Board of AFP.  Dedicated to his profession, he has been a presenter at numerous fundraising programs. Committed to his community and church, he has served as board president of Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity, as an elder and choir member at his church, and as a passionate sponsor of children and missionaries through various ministry organizations.

Charlsie Doan (Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy - nominated by Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children). Charlsie Doan, age 13, became a patient of Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children (TSRHC) at the age of 6 months, but her involvement extends far beyond her medical treatment. Doan, born with symbrachydactyly, a congenital hand disorder, is missing her right hand. Treated at TSHRC’s world-renowned prosthetics department, she developed wonderful friendships with the staff. At age 2, she and her family became involved with the hospital’s inaugural KidSwing Golf Tournament in 2003, and they have been faithfully involved ever since. As a member of the KidSwing Junior Committee, she actively promotes supporting the hospital to peers, family friends and tournament sponsors. Participants are asked to raise at least $100 per tournament, and to date she has raised over $167,000 for patient care, including hospital equipment and therapy.  In 2013 she made a presentation to the Crystal Charity Ball committee to gain funding for the hospital’s specialized prosthetics program, speaking on behalf of TSRHC and playing the violin to demonstrate how a custom prosthetic device allowed her to pursue her musical ambitions. Her participation was key to the success of the hospital’s presentation, resulting in a Crystal Charity Ball commitment of $500,000. At The Hockaday School, where she attends, she shared her passion for making a difference by coordinating an art supply drive for patients, which also resulted in cash donations.  Outside of TSRHC, Doan is promoting another worthy cause. Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D) at age 11, she was chosen as a delegate for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) Children’s Congress and met with congressmen in Washington, DC to promote government funding for research for a cure for T1D. Doan is not only a wonderful ambassador for TSHRC, KidSwing, and JDRF, but also an ambassador for hope, inspiring others to give back to serve those in need. 

"We are proud to present and pay tribute to these outstanding individuals who make a real difference in our community through their leadership, vision and generosity,” emphasized this year's Dallas National Philanthropy Day Chair, Christina Moore-Salinas, CFRE.  “Join us and be inspired by another amazing group of recipients doing exceptional work serving and supporting a wide range of charitable causes.”

The Greater Dallas Chapter of AFP was among the first to begin celebrating National Philanthropy Day in 1981.  Today, over 500 attend the luncheon which includes AFP members and community leaders.  National Philanthropy Day celebrates the great contributions philanthropy, and those who work in the philanthropic process, make to our community. AFP Chapters involve more than 28,000 individuals in celebrating philanthropy each year. 

Additional sponsors include North Texas Food Bank, sponsors of the VIP Reception held prior to the luncheon.  Luncheon tickets are $85, $850 for a table of 10, and $1,250 for a premium table of 10.  For further information on tickets and sponsorships, visit afpdallas.org or contact Madeleine Crouch at 972-233-9107, ext. 204, afpchapteroffice@afpdallas.org.

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The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), an individual member association, advances philanthropy through advocacy, research, education, and certification programs.  AFP members and affiliates enable people and organizations to better serve diverse communities and society as a whole.  AFP represents 28,248 members in 172 chapters throughout the world.  Visit afpdallas.org, call 214-354-8742, or email afpchapteroffice@afpdallas.org.

 Beloved Event Features Cancer Patients, Survivors, Celebrities and Sponsors in a Fashion Show

As They Take the Runway for Pediatric Cancer Research

Children’s Cancer Fund (CCF) will host its 26^thAnnual Luncheon on Friday, April 4, 2014, at 10 a.m. (auction and champagne reception) and at 11:30 a.m. (Luncheon and Fashion Show presentation) in the Chantilly Ballroom of the Hilton Anatole, 2201 Stemmons Fwy., Dallas, Texas 75207. Longtime Honorary Co-Chairs Troy Aikman and Roger Staubach will join Luncheon Co-Chairs Tyler Kuelbs and Stacie Wells, along with an outstanding lineup of celebrities and local media, to take the runway with 21 young cancer patients and numerous pediatric cancer survivors in a special runway fashion show, sponsored by Dillard’s and produced by RSC Show Productions.  KDFW FOX 4 News Anchors and supporters Steve Eagar and Clarice Tinsley will serve as Master and Mistress of Ceremonies at the event.  The luncheon is slated to raise over $250,000 for pediatric cancer research. 

Children’s Cancer Fund brings together a host of local celebrities, dignitaries, sponsors, and media personalities who attend the luncheon to serve as runway escorts for the Children’s Medical Center patients modeling in the fashion show. The luncheon and fashion show raise awareness and funds for children’s cancer research at Children’s Medical Center while serving as a positive social-psychological experience for children undergoing cancer treatment. Current escorts include Troy Aikman, Roger Staubach, Rudy Gatlin, current Dallas Cowboys players, Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, and more!

“With over $7 million in funds raised, since 1982, for pediatric cancer research, Children’s Cancer Fund continues to fund critical research while improving treatments for hundreds of children throughout the greater North Texas community,” said Luncheon Co-Chair Tyler Kuelbs.  “A significant amount of these funds are raised through CCF’s Annual Luncheon.  This day brings children living with cancer together for an unforgettable, embracing, and heartwarming experience.”

Tickets for the 26^th Annual Luncheon are $150 each or $1,250 per table of 10.   Contact Children’s Cancer Fund at 972-664-1450 or visit their website at www.ChildrensCancerFund.com for reservations and more information.  This year raffle tickets for $100 will be sold in advance of and at the event for a chance to receive a 2014 Mercedes CLA.  Proceeds from the event will go to Children’s Cancer Fund to help advance pediatric cancer research and treatment programs at Children’s Medical Center and UT Southwestern Medical Center, benefiting children worldwide.  The luncheon is slated to raise more than $250,000 for pediatric cancer research.

Children’s Cancer Fund was founded 32 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.  CCF is one of the nation’s leading fundraising groups in supporting local research toward treatment and prevention of childhood cancers.  Among the programs supported by Children’s Cancer Fund are the Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Fellowship Program at Children's Medical Center and the Children's Cancer Fund Comprehensive Center for Research in Pediatric Oncology at UT Southwestern Medical Center, which is gaining a national reputation for its work in eradicating childhood cancer.  In 2002, Children’s Cancer Fund initiated funding for a full-time Child Life Assistant at Children’s Medical Center’s Pauline Allen Gill Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders to assist the outpatient team.  The primary goal of the Child Life Assistant is to make each of the 80-90 daily outpatients’ visits a more positive experience.  This position is funded annually by CCF, helping to ease the emotional strain of ongoing treatments, some lasting several years.

Children’s Cancer Fund has created a special 2014 Children’s Cancer Fund Inspiration Book for this year’s luncheon that will be unveiled at the show in support of pediatric cancer research.  The photo book will include photos of the children, honorary chairs and physicians as well as original artwork by the cancer patients participating in the fashion show. CCF Inspiration Books are $15 each, with proceeds going to Children’s Cancer Fund to support pediatric cancer research and treatment programs at Children’s Medical Center and UT Southwestern.  To purchase copies after the luncheon, please call Children’s Cancer Fund at 972-664-1450 or visit www.ChildrensCancerFund.com

“The enthusiasm, support, and love in the ballroom the day of the fashion show is nothing short of inspiring,” said Luncheon Co-Chair Stacie Wells. “It’s beautiful to see everyone come together with their time, treasures, and talents for the children. This level of commitment ensures that Children’s Cancer Fund is truly a movement for a pediatric cancer-free tomorrow.”

Sponsors of the 2014 Luncheon and Fashion Show, to date, include: Fashion Presenter:  Dillard’s; Media Sponsor:  KLUV 98.7; Ruby Sponsors: PSAV, Texas de Brazil; Emerald Sponsors:  Jennifer Stroud Foundation, The Cain Foundation; Diamond Sponsors: American Airlines, BMC Software, CBS Outdoor, Children’s Medical Center, DFW Actors Give Back, GRO Designs, Hilton Anatole, Marianne & Roger Staubach, McCullough Foundation in honor of Kaitlyn Wade, Prashe Décor, Troy Aikman, US Bioservices; Sapphire Sponsors: Albertsons, Belmont Icehouse, Camera2Productions.com, Fentress-Brown Foundation, KROGER, Lipshy Family Philanthropic Fund, Park Place Motorcars Dallas, RSC Show Productions, The Olmstead Family, Yontz Family Farms in honor of Jack Maurer; Opal Sponsors: at&t Pioneers Dallas Council, Brad and Lindy Berkley, Elite Appliance, Exposure Soul Photography, Jeffrey McWhorter Photography, Living Magazine Las Colinas/Coppell Edition; Moretrees.com Photography, The Beck Group.

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Children’s Cancer Fund (CCF), founded in 1982, supports clinical and laboratory research for pediatric cancer.  CCF raises funds through charitable events and donations from the public and private sectors of industry, foundations, trusts, and individuals interested in fighting pediatric cancer.  Since its inception, CCF has awarded over $7 million in grants.  This organization seeks to partially relieve the medical and research staff of the burden of obtaining and administering funds for this research and treatment and to assist in the formulation and implementation of long range plans for the development of Children's Medical Center and UT Southwestern Medical Center as nationally recognized programs for the investigation and treatment of childhood cancer.  The Children’s Cancer Fund office is located at 10300 N. Central Expressway, Suite 463, Dallas, TX 75231.  (Phone) 972-664-1450.  (Fax) 972-664-1425.  For more information, please call Children’s Cancer Fund at 972-664-1450 or visit www.ChildrensCancerFund.com.