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NFL Football Players Dak Prescott, Solomon Thomas Deliver Hopeful Message at Beacon of Hope Luncheon

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NFL Football Players Dak Prescott, Solomon Thomas Deliver Hopeful Message at Beacon of Hope Luncheon

Sharing stories about personal issues is tough, yet two NFL football greats, Dak Prescott of the Dallas Cowboys and Solomon Thomas of the New York Jets, who are tough on the gridiron, told their stories at Grant Halliburton Foundation’s 14th annual Beacon of Hope Community Luncheon. The fundraising luncheon, held on March 7 at the Omni Dallas Hotel, supports Grant Halliburton Foundation’s work providing education, resources and support for children, teen and young adult mental health and suicide prevention in North Texas. Both young men are on a mission to raise awareness about mental health and suicide through their foundations off the field.

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NFL Football Players Dak Prescott and Solomon Thomas Announced as Featured Speakers for Grant Halliburton Foundation’s Annual Beacon of Hope Luncheon on March 7

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NFL Football Players Dak Prescott and Solomon Thomas Announced as Featured Speakers for Grant Halliburton Foundation’s Annual Beacon of Hope Luncheon on March 7

NFL football greats, Dak Prescott of the Dallas Cowboys and Solomon Thomas of the New York Jets, are the featured speakers for Grant Halliburton Foundation’s Beacon of Hope Community Luncheon on Tuesday, March 7 at the Omni Dallas Hotel. Both young men are on a mission to raise awareness about mental health and suicide prevention.

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North Texas Students Gather for First Ever Texas-Sized Hope Squad Conference

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North Texas Students Gather for First Ever Texas-Sized Hope Squad Conference

On Thursday, October 20, more than 1,000 Hope Squad members across North Texas attended the first ever Texas-Sized Hope Squad Conference to learn how to break the stigma of mental health and provide help and hope to their fellow students and communities. Collaborating for this important event is The Jordan Elizabeth Harris Foundation, Grant Halliburton Foundation and The Grace Loncar Foundation, all local nonprofits founded in memory of a loved one lost to suicide.

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Here We Grow Again!

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Here We Grow Again!

Grant Halliburton Foundation continues to experience organizational growth propelled largely by the continued need for mental health education and mental health resources in North Texas. The education and outreach team welcomed several new staff members last fall and early this year to reach more people with vital mental health and suicide prevention training.

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Grant Halliburton Foundation Celebrates 15 Years of Giving Help and Hope to Families

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Grant Halliburton Foundation Celebrates 15 Years of Giving Help and Hope to Families

Vanita Halliburton co-founded Grant Halliburton Foundation in 2006 after her son, Grant Halliburton, died by suicide following his battle with severe depression and bipolar disorder. When Grant was struggling, Vanita searched for resources and found little. Later, she resolved to provide critical mental health resources, so that other families wouldn’t have the same outcome as hers.

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Best-Selling Author and Speaker Nora McInerny Delivered Powerful Talk at Grant Halliburton Foundation’s Annual Beacon of Hope Virtual Luncheon

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Best-Selling Author and Speaker Nora McInerny Delivered Powerful Talk at Grant Halliburton Foundation’s Annual Beacon of Hope Virtual Luncheon

Grant Halliburton Foundation welcomed Nora McInerny, best-selling author, speaker and podcast host, to share her personal story at the Beacon of Hope at Home Virtual Luncheon on April 30. Presented by The David B. Miller Family Foundation, the luncheon supports Grant Halliburton Foundation’s work providing education, resources and support for children, teen and young adult mental health.

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The Hope Party Brings Celebration and Hope to North Texas Homes

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The Hope Party Brings Celebration and Hope to North Texas Homes

Like all nonprofits this year, Grant Halliburton Foundation took to the drawing board to reimagine its signature fall fundraising event, The Hope Party. With the help of a dedicated event committee and the generous support of so many sponsors and donors, The Hope Party at Home—an elevated live virtual party—was a resounding success.

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The Honorable Patrick J. Kennedy Shared His Personal Story at Beacon of Hope Luncheon

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The Honorable Patrick J. Kennedy Shared His Personal Story at Beacon of Hope Luncheon

Grant Halliburton Foundation welcomed The Honorable Patrick J. Kennedy to share his personal story at our 11th annual Beacon of Hope Community Luncheon at the Omni Dallas Hotel on March 10. The luncheon, presented by The David B. Miller Family Foundation, aims to strengthen the network of mental health resources for children, teens and young adults; promote better mental health; and prevent suicide.

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Dynamic Duo of Dallas Charity Events Raise Funds and Spirits

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Dynamic Duo of Dallas Charity Events Raise Funds and Spirits

Their hearts for service brought them together, and now Dixey and Ginger often co-chair events together, including this year’s Beacon of Hope luncheon benefiting Grant Halliburton Foundation and presented by the David B. Miller Family Foundation. The event, set for Tuesday, March 10 at the Omni Dallas Hotel, raises funds and awareness to address mental health issues among youth in Dallas. The Honorable Patrick J. Kennedy – former U.S. Representative, founder of the Kennedy Forum, co-founder of One Mind and New York Times best-selling author – is the featured speaker.

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Don't Miss When Life Hands You Teenagers

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Don't Miss When Life Hands You Teenagers

Grant Halliburton Foundation is once again hosting our adolescent mental health conference When Life Hands You Teenagers on Wednesday, September 25 at Plano Event Center. This promises to be an enlightening conference for mental health professionals, parents, educators, and others who live or work with children and teens.

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