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
Dallas homeless shelters brace for bed shortage as temperatures drop
December 1, 2020 – NewsRadio 1080 KRLD – Baylee Friday With winter temperatures plummeting at night, the City of Dallas and area nonprofits are working together to help people experiencing homelessness. “We have been called into parking lots to identify
2021 Family Gateway Board Leadership And New Members Announced
November 19, 2020 – MySweetCharity – Jeanne Prejean Family Gateway leadership for 2021 plus new members were revealed. With Gary Moor serving as board chair, the rest of the Executive Committee will include Board Vice-Chair Exa Whitman, Treasurer Michelle Frymire, Secretary Melissa Hensley, Immediate
Dallas Morning News Charities launches 35th fall campaign for nonprofits amid COVID-19 pandemic
November 12, 2020 – The Dallas Morning News – Vandana Ravikumar The Dallas Morning News Charities launched its 35th fall campaign Thursday with the goal of raising $1.5 million to help 23 area nonprofits that have seen an increased need
Proposed $3.8 Billion Budget Keeps Funding For Homeless Services Flat
September 23, 2020 – Texas Standard – Christopher Connelly From KERA: If the Dallas City Council approves a proposed $3.8 billion budget Wednesday, Texas’ second largest city will put about $12 million of its general fund toward homelessness. That’s what it spent last
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Family Gateway
September 8, 2020 – MySweetCharity – Jeanne Prejean According to Family Gateway President/CEO Ellen Magnis: With everything 2020 has thrown our way, it is now more important than ever that our community comes together to support one another. North Texas Giving Day on
‘The Dallas Morning News’ supports nearly two dozen North Texas organizations that help the homeless and hungry.
September 6, 2020 – FWD>DFW Mission statement: The Dallas Morning News Charities funds 23 North Texas organizations that help our neighbors who are homeless and hungry. It provides food, shelter, clothing and emergency services for children, families, veterans and the