Central Dallas Ministries
The people of Central Dallas Ministries believe in the ability of people to solve their own problems when given access to opportunity and resources. And they work to motivate each community to utilize its own resources to renew and redevelop itself. CDM concentrates on enabling people to help themselves, and is celebrating its 20th year of service to the Dallas area. www.centraldallasministries.org
Metrocrest Social Services
The mission of Metrocrest Social Services is to provide emergency assistance and comprehensive programs to move families toward self-sufficiency; it has served residents of Carrollton, Farmers Branch, Addison, Coppell, and parts of Denton County for 37 years. This organization assists with rent, utility payments, food, clothing, medical prescriptions, and more; and its employment program provides individuals with support for a successful work search. www.metrocrestsocialservices.org
Christian Community Action
For more than 35 years, Christian Community Action has been feeding, sheltering, educating and training families in need within 42 communities throughout Collin, Dallas, Denton, Tarrant and Wise counties. This organization seeks to give struggling families the tools and confidence to succeed; each family’s commitment to utilize these tools and support are what leads to transformation into a more productive, successful life. Sales from items donated to three area resale stores provide more than $5 million gross revenue annually to the ministry. www.ccahelps.org