February 25, 2021 – Texas Jewish Post – Deb Silverthorn Television, social media and internet reports of who needed what helped connect Dallas’ Jewish community to those in need during last week’s winter storm. Among the many stepping forward was
Beyoncé’s BeyGOOD Foundation Is Providing Aid to Texans Affected by the Winter Storm
February 20, 2021 – POPSUGAR. – Monica Sisavat Beyoncé is stepping up to help people affected by the devastating Texas winter storm Uri that has left millions of people without electricity, heat, and water. Earlier this week, the Houston native’s
Actionable Ways You Can Help Texans Affected by Power Outages Right Now
February 17, 2021 – Pop Sugar Culture – Victoria Messina Millions of Texas residents are without electricity, heat, and water as winter storm Uri’s frigid, snowy weather has caused widespread power outages across the Lone Star State. In response to
How to Help Homeless Dallasites Weather the Storm
February 15, 2021 – D Magazine – Emily Heft This weekend, the temperature in North Texas dipped well below freezing, bringing days of snow and ice. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning from Saturday morning through Monday, declaring
Dallas Morning News Charities drive raises more than $1.2 million to help area nonprofits as region struggles with pandemic
February 12, 2021 – The Dallas Morning News – Talia Richman The annual Dallas Morning News Charities drive raised more than $1.2 million to help the homeless and the hungry this year, as many continue to struggle with the devastation
With 6,000 Rapid COVID-19 Tests, Homeless Organizations Remove A Barrier To Shelter
February 10, 2021 – KERA News – Christopher Connelly Last month, Dallas area homeless service organizations received 6,000 rapid COVID-19 tests from the Texas Department of Emergency management. It was a victory celebrated by nonprofits and philanthropies. The tests eliminated
“I Never Thought I’d Be Without a Home”
February 2021 – Texas Monthly – Michael J. Mooney It starts with car problems, an emergency medical procedure, or a lost job. If there are any savings, they go fast. There’s a missed payment or two, then a repossession or
Need financial help as the pandemic continues? Here’s how to get assistance to avoid homelessness, Texans
January 14, 2021 – Click2Houston.com – Amanda Cochran There’s a new source of help for people facing homelessness due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs has announced more than $61 million has been awarded
Overcoming NIMBY: Look at what Cara Mendelsohn did for the homeless in her Far North Dallas district
December 10, 2020 – The Dallas Morning News – Sharon Grigsby Seldom under a bridge or on a street corner, they huddle at night inside their cars at big-box parking lots and community parks. At least there, they can mostly
Dallas Creates Partnership to Protect Homeless From Dangerously Cold Temperatures
December 1, 2020 – NBC DFW – Alanna Quillen It’s a case of extreme cold and COVID-19. For the past few days, the city of Dallas and local homeless agencies have scrambled to find a place to shelter vulnerable people