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Jeff Bezos Announces He’s Donated Nearly $120 Million To Help People Without Housing
Nov 21, 2023- Forbes- by Phoebe Liu Two years out from his tenure as Amazon CEO, the billionaire has flown to space, moved to Miami and stepped up his philanthropy. The latest round of charitable donations brings his total giving
New Task Force Report Pinpoints Issues With Response to Homelessness
JULY 5, 2023- Dallas Observer- Jacob Vaughn Danielle Hollowell has been in and out of homeless encampments for almost a year while waiting for the housing assistance that she signed up for. “I’m still in limbo waiting,” she said. Whenever
Crystal Charity Ball Bus Tour Included Hugs And Site Views Of The 2023 Seven Beneficiaries
Mar 10, 2023- My Sweet Charity- Jeanne Prejean In years past the Crystal Charity Ball bus tour was a chance to visit the little ones who would benefit from the annual Dallas County children’s charities fundraiser. But this year on
How Family Gateway Changed its Strategy in Tackling Family Homelessness
Mar 22, 2023- Dallas Business Journal- Plamedie Ifasso Family Gateway CEO and president Ellen Magnis has a personal connection to the organization’s mission. Magnis left home at 17, got married at 18 and had two kids. It took her 10
HOPE task force chair: ‘This is a small group with a specific task on a short timeline”
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Dallas Makes Progress Reducing Homelessness
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Housing Forward Works to Put a Dent in DFW Homelessness, but Resources Are Strained
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