Dallas County Promise | Dallas County Promise is a coalition of school districts, colleges, universities, employers, and communities that have joined forces to help more Dallas County students complete college and begin careers.

Dallas ISD Tutoring Services | Does your student need help with their classes? Click here to to provide permission for your student to receive tutoring in a group that is larger than three students.

Khan Academy | a nonprofit with the mission of providing a free, world-class education for anyone, anywhere.

Youth Guidance | a free mentoring program offering: counseling, extended day enrichment, afterschool, career readiness & success.

Fee Waivers-ACT  | Fee Waivers-SAT |College and Career Planning for Students and Parents.

THE MINT Foundation  | Ensuring students and young adults are equipped for success

Big Brothers Big Sisters of America | School-Based Mentoring. It all starts with the right role models. And Big Brothers Big Sisters is the place to start a relationship with one. For over 100 years, due in large part to private donations, we’ve been able to recruit, screen, match, and support mentoring relationships that have changed the lives of hundreds of thousands of young people across the country.

Youth Engaged 4 Change | Whether you’re working toward your high school diploma, applying to college, or pursuing a trade, getting an education is often the best way to get ahead. Check out these resources and learn from the experiences and stories of other young people as you make the best choices for your life.

Dallas Public Library Teens | free homework help  and guidance, earning service hours while giving back to the community. Prom is expensive, especially clothes. Get your outfit from the library.If you love books, why not earn prizes for reading over the summer months? Summer reading.

YearUp | Year Up's mission is to close the Opportunity Divide by ensuring that young adults gain the skills, experiences, and support that will empower them to reach their potential through careers and higher education.

Texas SNAP Food Benefits |SNAP 

North Texas Food Bank
Social service assistance staff members can provide information about benefits available to families
214-269-0906 or snap@ntfb.org | ntfbfoodassistance.org

North Dallas Shared Ministries Food Assistance
Must live in the service area
214-358-8700
ndsmervicearea.org

THE MINT Food Pantry  seeks to remove the barrier to healthy food options and to eliminate food insecurity in the communities it serves.

CitySquare Food Pantry
Open Tuesday through Friday 9:00-12:00 and 1:00-4:00
www.citysquare.org

Crossroads Community Services
Food assistance for those the qualify and live in a 752__ zip code
214-560-2511
ccsdallas.org

Pleasant Grove Food Pantry (PGFP)
Tuesdays 10am -12pm & 12:30pm- 3pm
Zip codes 75217, 75253, 75227
13331 Baywood St.
214-505-1928

Inspired Vision Food Pantry
Monday- Friday 9:30am- 5pm
9424 Military Parkway
972-971-8879
www.ivcompassion.org

Carter's House| How to Apply for Help: To schedule your "shopping" appointment, please click here. Once you have completed that step, please click here to enter your intake information before your appointment. Please contact us via text or call 800-943-8663 if you have any questions.

North Dallas Shared Ministries Clothing Assistance | Must live in the service area, families may receive clothing 3 times during a 12 month period |214-358-8700

Bed Start | Helping Households in Poverty, Crisis, and/or Need by providing household furnishing at NO COST

Dallas Furniture Bank | The mission of Dallas Furniture Bank (DFB) provides furniture to families transitioning from homelessness; restoring normalcy and independence.

 S.M. Wright Foundation | Its mission is to provide support and stability to underprivileged children and less fortunate families through hunger relief, economic empowerment, and assistance in the areas of education, health, and social services. 

National Domestic Violence Hotline
800-799-7233
thehotline.org

Mosaic Family Services, Inc
214-821-5393
mosaicservices.org

Hope's Door New Beginning 
972-276-0057
https://hdnbc.org

Salvation Army
Immediate safe and secure shelter, services to help clients plan for long-term safety, security and stability
214-424-7208
salvationarmydfw.org

Genesis Women's Shelter & Support
Emergency shelter, transitional housing, counseling for domestic violence survivors
genesisshelter.org
214-946-HELP (4357)

The Family Place
Outreach counseling for men, women, and children who have been affected by domestic violence; 24-hour shelter services which consist of shelter and case management for men, women and children
familyplace.org
214-941-1991

River of Life Homes
Emergency shelter for women and their children leaving abusive situations, transitional housing assistance
214-886-3563 
www.riveroflifehomes.

Brighter Tomorrows
Provide emergency safe shelter where survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault can begin healing. 972-262-8383.  Click here  to learn more.

Young Adult Services

Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas offers young adults opportunities that support, motivate and prepare for continuing educational achievements, successful transition into adulthood and long-term success in employment. Click Here  to learn more. 

Find a job and get a better job!  

The Dallas Regional Chamber

Resources for Parents & Educators

Resources for Small Businesses

Jobs for Displaced Workers

Say Yes to Dallas talent attraction campaign, with partners across North Texas, are connecting workers displaced by the COVID-19 outbreak to employment opportunities and resources… learn more.

Workforce Solutions of Greater Dallas

Jobs NOW! Click Here for more information today. 

Attitudes and Attire

Attitudes and Attire | Provides the tools that raise self-esteem, promote ethics and build the confidence necessary to develop successful life skills. Our vision is building confidence and changing lives for the women we serve.

Address: 2050 N. Stemmons Freeway Mail Unit 102
Dallas, TX 75207

Phone: 214-630-1667

WiNGS 

WiNGS is a community of women helping women overcome poverty by taking charge of their futures as members seeking services, or giving back to others as mentors, coaches and advocates. Through a tailored suite of services, women build confidence and skills on their path to a new life as they start families or work toward financial security.

Students identified as homeless can request a hotspot and/or another needed device at anytime. Need help or have questions? Call the Dallas ISD Connectivity Hotline at 972-925-6000.

Mobile Hotspots | Hotspots are available for homeless students, transient families, hospital homebound, and other temporary or extenuating situations. Submit requests for hotspots to the school.  

DPL (Dallas Public Library) Technology at Home | Hotspots - WiFi connection  (a Wi-Fi hotspot is a device you can use to connect a mobile-enabled laptop, smartphone, or tablet to the Internet). How do I check out a Hotspot? Click  here for more information. 

High Speed Internet Access | click here to learn more about it.

Acceso a Internet de Alta Velocidad | Para más información haga clic aquí. 

What Kind of Help Do You Need?

 Need Immediate Assistance

FEMA disaster assistance partners can provide help with immediate needs FEMA is not authorized to provide.

• Emergency Medical Assistance: Please dial 9-1-1.
• Emergency Shelter: Locate options by zip code by visiting the American Red Cross, or Salvation Army, or by texting SHELTER and your zip code (for example, “SHELTER 01234”) to 4FEMA (43362). For Spanish text REFUGIO and your zip code. (Standard text message rates apply.)  You can also download the FEMA Mobile App to find open shelters.
• Immediate Needs: Contact your local emergency management agency for help. The FEMA Helpline (800-621-3362) may be able to provide additional referrals. If you use a video relay service, captioned telephone service, or other communication services, please provide FEMA with the specific number assigned for that service. 

• FEMA Assistance | FEMA Can Help Support Your Recovery from a Major Disaster.
• Individuals Can Apply for Assistance at Disasterassistance.gov. 
• Catholic Charities Dallas | Disaster Preparedness & Relief Services.
• The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development has provided informational resources for Renters facing eviction and Homeowners  facing foreclosure due to COVID-19.

Viola's House | Temporary Housing for and support services for expectant teenage mothers aged 12-21 in the Dallas area | 469-751-2017

Wesley Inn | Two-year program for pregnant and parenting teens aged 14-20 with children aged 0-5 | 214-941-8578

The Lullaby House | Provides pregnant or teen parents of children under 3 years old with a safe and supportive home where they are provided resources, programs, and services that focus on transforming their mental, physical, and spiritual well-being | 469.779.7076

Hope Cottage | Free parenting classes and case management to anyone pregnant or parenting at least one child under the age of 3 | 214-526-8721

In My Shoes | In My Shoes is one of the only faith-based nonprofits in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex that houses homeless pregnant and parenting women from before the birth of their children to nine months after delivery | 469-857-3264

Hope Supply Co. | Meet the critical needs of homeless and at-risk children across North Texas by providing necessities including diapers, clothing, school supplies and toys to enhance their lives | 866-887-1724

The IRC in Dallas, TX |The International Rescue Committee accredited representatives that assist in the completion of applications for naturalization, family reunification, and other immigration benefits. The IRC helps those in need to rebuild their lives and regain control of their future in their new home community.

Safe Place |Safe Place provides access to immediate help and supportive resources for youth in need.

National Human Trafficking Hotline
Call 1-888-373-7888
Text "BeFree" (233733)
Live Chat

National Runaway Safeline |Here to listen. Here to help. By calling 1-800-RUNAWAY (1-800-786-2929), you can connect with a trusted, compassionate person who will listen and help you create a plan to address your concerns.

Traffick 911
Prevention Programs for youth aged 12-18, case management, and advocacy for identified victims
817-575-9923 (not a hotline)

New Friends, New Life
Youth Resource Center helps female youth ages 12-24 who have experienced or are at risk of experiencing exploitation; basic needs, trauma-informed care, life skills programming
214-605-1558 (referral line)

Mosaic Services
Offers shelter, counseling, client advocacy, legal representation, community education
214-823-1911 (trafficking hotline)

Destiny's House
Drop-In Center for youth under age 21 who are trafficking survivors providing food, case management, safety, referrals to housing programs
214-941-8578

Catholic Charities of Dallas |Free legal immigration services are available to any and all eligible clients. Interested applicants are encouraged to contact 214-634-7182 for direct assistance regarding qualifications for no-fee immigration services.

Refugee Services of Texas serves refugees, asylees, survivors of trafficking, and other vulnerable populations.

Children of the Night Children of the Night is a privately funded non-profit organization established in 1979 with the specific purpose of providing intervention and support in the lives of children who are sexually exploited and vulnerable to or involved in prostitution and pornography. 

Immediate Danger/Emergency | Call 9-1-1 immediately if you have an emergency or life-threatening situation.

Dallas ISD Mental Health Service: Please do not hesitate to reach out to one of the organizations listed HERE  to get the support that you need(especially after school hours). Remember, your School Counselor is also available during the day for support!

Dallas Area Rape Crisis Center (DARCC)|24-Hour Crisis Hotline:  972-641-7273 | We serve all individuals who have been impacted by sexual violence with respect and compassion. This includes women, men, the LGBTQ+ community, immigrants, refugees, and all other survivors of sexual violence.

Dallas ​Domestic Violence Task Force | Victim resources 

If you do not want to call 911, you can call: The National Youth Crisis Hotline: 1-800-442-4673 (24 HOURS)

The Youth Crisis and Runaway Hotline: 1-800-448-4663

Trauma Support Services  Main Tel. 972-709-4904   Provides professional trauma counseling and support to children, teens, adults, and families who have experienced trauma, regardless of their ability to pay, for as long as it takes.

LGBTQ+ Resources for Dallas ISD & Surrounding Communities | Click  here to learn more.

Trevor Project | Hotline for LGBTQ youths who are feeling suicidal, or in need of a safe and judgement free place to talk | 866-488-7386 | www.thetrevorproject.org

Resource Center | Resource Center offers LGBTQ-focused programs and services that serve the North Texas community. From support groups to a food pantry for people living with HIV, there is a place for you at the Center.

Dallas ISD Support Services for LGBTQ Youth | Students who identify as Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning and other identities often experience harassment, indifference, bullying and exclusion. This LINK is dedicated to providing students and teachers with resources to ensure that all students have a safe school experience.

Collective Hope Coalition (CHC) | Dallas Hope Charities unites to care for those in need throughout our social and geographical communities. By collaborating and hosting several programs, we are fulfilling our mission of providing food, shelter, and services that instill dignity, stability, and hope for all. 

Trans Lifeline | Available 24/7 | (877) 565-8860
Hotline is staffed by volunteers who are all trans-identified and educated about the range of difficulties transgender people experience. 

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning (LGBTQ) Youth | If you are a young person in need of immediate help and safety, no matter your race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or any other way you identify yourself, you may go to any location with this sign to receive help. TXT 4 HELP is a nationwide, 24-hour text-for-support service for teens in a crisis. If you’re in trouble or need help, text SAFE and your current location (address, city, state) to 4HELP (44357) for immediate help.

Agape Clinic
Free medical, dental, other health services
972-707-7782
www.agapeclinic.org

Los Barrios Unidos Community Clinic
Sliding scale clinic offering comprehensive medical and dental services.
214-540-0300
losbarriosunidos.org

Healthy Texas
Provides health and nutrition services for low-income families. Go to the link below to learn more about their services:
https://healthytexas.tamu.edu  

Child & Family Guidance Center (CFGC) | Child & Family Guidance Center (childrenandfamilies.org) 

The Doctor Spot
Provides free services for children of the uninsured and poor as well as Medicaid enrollees who are unable to find a doctor. Go to the link below to check the calendar and locations for mobile unit services:
www.thedoctorspot.org

Community Dental Care
A low-cost dental clinic offering services to children and families.
East Dallas Number: 214-257-1082
Vickery Meadow Number: 214-987-1131
communitydentalcare.org

Medicaid & CHIP | Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) provide health coverage for low-income children, families, seniors and people with disabilities. 

Please note that due to COVID-19: Child Care Assistance (CCA) follows the guidelines of Workforce Solutions (WFS) and Texas Workforce Commission (TWC), while Early Head Start and Head Start (EHS/HS) follow the guidelines of the Office of Head Start (OHS). The program information and guidance provided below have been instituted on an emergency basis and are meant to be temporary. This is a fluid situation, so this information may change unexpectedly. Please refer back to this page periodically.

Child Care Group

North Texas Families 

Vogel Alcove 

Workforce Solutions 

Texas Child Care Solutions

Texas Rising Star

Head Start & Early Head Start

Child Care Aware

• Safelink
• Assurance Wireless
• Stand Up Wireless
• QLink
• TruConnect

The IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs offer free tax help for taxpayers who qualify. Click here to find a provider near you.

Transition Resource Action Center/City Square
TRAC program connects young people, age 16-24, who are transitioning from substitute care toward self-sufficiency, with individualized support, planning, and access to community services.
214-370-9300
citysquare.org

Blake's House
Transitional living for girls 18-25 who have aged out of foster care or have experienced homelessness
972-358-4732
blakeshouse.org

Nexus Recovery Center (Females Only) 
Detox, outpatient and residential services for women
214-321-0156
nexusrecovery.org

Phoenix House (Males and females)
Residential and outpatient alcohol and drug abuse treatment for youth
844-427-1192
phoenixhouse.org 

Recovery Resource Council promotes wellness and recovery from alcohol, substance-use disorders, and trauma. Contact Us | Feel free to call 817-332-6329