On Sept. 23, North Texas Giving Day donors contributed over $220,000 to support students, patients and research at The University of Texas at Dallas. The Callier Center for Communication Disorders raised more than $112,000 during the 18-hour fundraising drive, sponsored by Communities Foundation of Texas. Each year the Callier Center provides thousands of patients with clinical services, including hearing evaluations and treatment, cochlear implant services and speech-language therapy. Established in 2015, the Comet Closet provides UT Dallas students with professional clothing at no charge to be worn for interviews or other professional events. Organized by Communities Foundation of Texas, the regional effort is the largest community giving event in the U.S.