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CCGLA 2010 Plan
Dear CCGLA Member,
The new CCGLA board of directors and officers has been established and I am very proud to announce that we have a very talented, strong, and enthused staff. The CCGLA board is comprised of 10 members all dedicated to work and represent you, your family, and the goals of the organization.
An area that I have campaigned for in the past is a revitalization of the organization. While we have over 400 members, we often struggle with member involvement and volunteering. This is a volunteer organization and everyone who gives of their time, money, and support is greatly appreciated. It serves the needs of the membership and the community as a whole.
Effective communication is a huge factor in keeping you informed of plans, events, and goals of the organization. CCGLA has used the eNewsletter and a website that has been maintained by a very dedicated Communications Committee. However, the website has limitations that the board has agreed can use some updating.
I am pleased to announce that a new, more interactive website is being developed and will launch in the near future. Updates to CCGLA and the North Texas Equality Foundation, our charitable arm, will be easier to submit and make it more interactive and eye-pleasing. Please be on the lookout for this new addition to CCGLA.
With regard to the NTxEF; … the newly established 501( c ) ( 3 ), is in its development stages. The Board of Trustees is formulating plans to execute the goals of providing programs and education assistance through yours and others, tax deductible donations.
The board of directors is also entertaining an idea to become established and centralized. CCGLA is exploring options to have a meeting/event location that will also serve the needs of other allied organizations, such as C.U.R.E., Youth First Texas of Collin County, North Texas Equality Foundation, BNCC, and others.
One of my own personal goals for CCGLA is, reaching out to our other communities; make contact with other city governments and their communities to make our presence known and represent all of Collin County’s LGBTA communities.
On the horizon are some fun events being planned by our Special Events and Social committees. The monthly mixers are being set, typically at different locations. A membership appreciation event is in the works to recognize our volunteers. Also in the plans, a joint organization fund raisers and, of course, our Annual Holiday party. This year drawing prizes will exceed last year’s 42” wide-screen give-a-way.
There’s a lot of work to be done and it can only be accomplished through your support and ongoing donations to make you and CCGLA organization of our community. Please join in with me in donating a dollar a week or, a monthly recurring donation of your choice, or a one-time donation. Donations can be made through www.ccgla.org website, using Pay Pal or, please mail in your check to:
P.O. Box 860030
Plano, TX 75086
Morris Garcia
President, Collin County Gay and Lesbian Alliance
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Youth First Texas Collin County
 Youth First Texas Collin County needs a new home. We are looking for a free or cheap space that is: safe, well lit, has parking, able to accommodate up to 30 Youth and volunteers, with or without furniture, gay-friendly, and available Sunday and Wednesday evenings. We prefer North Collin County. Wouldn’t it be great if we could purchase something in CC? We have lots of handywomen (& men) who could turn it into something the whole community could use in addition to the Youth, i.e., coffee nights, movies, fundraisers, meetings, etc., etc..Got any leads?
Dallas Voice Article
Want to recycle your old cell phones, cell phone accessories, boxes, manuals, anything cell phone related (any condition)? Drop them off at 11699 Kingsville Dr and Lisa will take care of the rest. You can also bring to any CCGLA Mixer or event or if you have 5 or more we will pick up. If you have a lock on your phone please remove it or provide the number. The phones will be refurbished and donated or recycled with the proceeds going to YFT CC.
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Save the Date
 Joint Equality Texas / CCGLA Mixer, Friday, Sept. 17th, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at NYLO on Preston @ Headquarters in Plano, just south of SH121. Come meet and celebrate our own Dennis Coleman, recently hired as the new Executive Director of Equality Texas. |
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Black Tie Dinner
 11/6 - CCGLA will have a table supporting our partner agencies. We still have 4 seats available. Interested? Plan to join us for this fabulous evening. Contact Jeanne@ccgla.org.
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Youth First Texas Collin County
YFT Collin County gives Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning youth 14- 22 years old an opportunity to meet, socilaize and discuss issues concerning sexual orientation and gender identity.
The group provides a safe and supportive place for all youth.
Meetings are held every Sunday, 2nd, 4th Wednesdays and 1st Friday (Movie Night.)
For more information, visit the website calendar, join the Facebook group or go to YFT Collin County.
Youth First Texas - Collin County appreciates CCGLA members for your suppoort!
Wish list:
- LGBT themed Videos VHS & DVD
- LGBT themed Books
- Ping Pong table
- Other - games, snacks, cleaning supplies, financial support..
Email youthfirst@ccgla.org if you are able to donate any of these items and Thank You! |
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Business Network Collin County
BNCC meetings are the 2nd and 4th Friday of every month. The meeting are held at Fox Sports Grill, 5741 Legacy Road in The Shops of Legacy in Plano from 11:30am - 1:00pm. The groups goal is to spread the word and have many join the group -- the more people that attend, the better your prospects for building your client-base as well as helping other clients find new service providers. For more information or to RSVP, visit the Business Network-CC website.
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