Pasos for Oak Cliff: Providing sneakers for success, one pair at a time
A nonprofit in Oak Cliff is making significant strides in nurturing the community, one step at a time. Meet Pasos for Oak Cliff, an organization that represents co-founders Alejandra Zendejas and Jesse Acosta’s love for both their neighborhood– and sneakers.
Hey Chica! Movement: Empowering Latinas through advocacy, self-care, and sisterhood
A nonprofit in Dallas focuses on advocacy, self-care, and leadership for chicas. At its core, it relies on women supporting women– celebrating amigas and hermanas from all walks of life.
The Pillow Bar: Inspiring Dreams and Bringing Comfort to Dallas Neighbors
The Pillow Bar’s motto is “Inspiring Your Dreams,” but they are inspiring much more than that with their commitment to uplifting Dallas neighbors through their thoughtful donations.
NTX Giving Day: Toast for Charity unlocks opportunities for Southern Dallas youth
Lamar’s solution is Toast for Charity, a nonprofit he co-founded with his wife in 2011. It is a remarkable organization whose primary goal is to unlock opportunities for children of color. Through a handful of different initiatives, they pave the path to success for young minds all over Southern Dallas.
NTX Giving Day: Builders of Hope empowers communities through affordable housing initiatives
James Armstrong moved around Dallas with his single mom a lot as a kid. Now, he is building affordable housing in every neighborhood that he used to live in.
Doug Reed: Shining a Beacon of Light on Mental Health
In the months leading up to the pandemic, the St. Andrew Methodist Church community in Plano experienced the loss of several young members who took their own lives. Instead of taking it on the chin, pastors and staff knew they had to respond proactively. Consequently, they launched Beacon of Light, a new mental health ministry that serves not only the church community, but all North Texas residents and other centers of faith.