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United Way of Metropolitan Dallas Newsletter | Winter 2017
Tocqueville Society Celebrates 30 Years More than 1,200 community leaders and philanthropists spent the afternoon at the Omni Dallas Hotel on September 6 to celebrate 30 years of the Ruth Sharp
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Altshuler Tocqueville Society at the United Way of Metropolitan Dallas. The luncheon was presented by JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Central Market. The gathering honored members of the Tocqueville Society and the group’s founder, Ruth Sharp Altshuler. (Sadly, Mrs. Altshuler passed away on December 9. Please see the Message from the CEO on page 2.) The event also kicked off the 2017-18 United Way annual campaign under the leadership of campaign chair, Troy Aikman. Other honored guests included past Tocqueville Society Chairs and this year’s United Way Decades of Distinction award recipients, Margaret McDermott and Margot Perot.
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Serving as Luncheon Chairs were Roger Horchow, Regen and Jeff Fearon, and Lizzie and Dan Routman. “It was humbling to honor Dallas icon and Tocqueville Society founder Ruth Sharp Altshuler,” said Jennifer Sampson, McDermott-Templeton President and CEO of United Way of Metropolitan Dallas. “Ruth set the gold standard for civic leadership through her vision, energy, and boundless dedication to improving lives. United
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IN THIS ISSUE 2 Message from the CEO Ruth Sharp Altshuler Basic Needs Fund
3 Unite Forever Campaign 4 Tocqueville 30th Anniversary 5 United Way Awards Women of Tocqueville Connections
6 Volunteer Engagement 7 Social Innovation Initiatives 8 Hurricane Harvey Assistance
Way of Metropolitan Dallas and North Texas benefitted immeasurably from all she accomplished. “It also was an honor to recognize Margaret McDermott and Margot Perot with the Decades of Distinction Award for their philanthropic support of numerous initiatives and projects that have had a major impact upon our community.” Above Kelly H. Compton, the late Ruth Sharp Altshuler, Caren Prothro, and Carolyn Rathjen
#UniteWithTroy Features Innovative Fundraising United Way of Metropolitan Dallas announced new partnerships with Charity Network and world-renowned business leaders to feature a first-of-its-kind fundraising strategy, as part of Hall of Fame quarterback Troy Aikman’s leadership of United Way’s 2017-18 annual campaign. The organization’s 93rd annual campaign, dubbed #UniteWithTroy, engages long-standing corporate, civic, and philanthropic relationships, while establishing new ones through innovative digital fundraising strategies. United Way is teaming up with Charity Network, a platform created by Dallas internet entrepreneur and philanthropist Todd Wagner, to offer new experiences through online auctions. Charity Network’s Charitybuzz online auction site features oncein-a-lifetime luxury and celebrity experiences to attract and engage an affluent and socially conscious community of 250,000 bidders around the world. “United Way lifts up those in need and helps them thrive, both now and in the future,” said Aikman. “I’m proud to lead this effort to raise money and awareness to ensure a thriving North Texas community with healthy, educated,
and financially stable residents. United, we can help those who want to do good, do great.” Through Charitybuzz, Aikman invited fans to bid on exclusive opportunities to join him in select cities for a cocktail party the Friday night before select NFL games, along with chances to be on the sideline during the pre-game activities, followed by an opportunity to spend time with Aikman and Joe Buck in the broadcast booth. Business and philanthropic leaders, including CEOs who have served as past United Way annual campaign chairs, are also donating experiences. “The potential for this campaign is exponential, given Troy’s popularity and United Way’s credibility as a trusted, impactful charity,” said Todd Wagner, Founder and Chairman of the Charity Network. “This is a historic campaign, and one that could be replicated with remarkable results across the country.” For more information, please visit UniteWithTroy.org
Message from the CEO The death of Ruth Altshuler on December 9 has left all of us at United Way of Metropolitan Dallas in a state of deep mourning for the loss of a guiding spirit, an irreplaceable friend, and a tireless benefactor. As a philanthropist, Mrs. Altshuler gave endlessly of both her time and financial resources. She also encouraged others to give, inspiring generations of North Texans through her example. She founded the Tocqueville Society in 1986, hand-writing more than 100 letters requesting donations and ultimately generating more than $1 million. The Leadership Circle was later renamed the Ruth Sharp Altshuler Tocqueville Society, whose 90th anniversary luncheon is described in this issue of Unite. In 1989, she was the recipient of United Way’s J. Erik Jonsson Award. She continued to work on behalf of United Way throughout her life, serving as the organization’s 90th Anniversary Honorary Chair as well as a Co-Chair of the Unite Forever campaign. She also worked on behalf of numerous other philanthropic and educational institutions in Dallas and around the country.
Ruth Sharp Altshuler Basic Needs Fund Perpetuates a Vital Resource A new fund was established through the United Way
Smith Foundation; David B. Miller and Carolyn L. Miller;
Foundation of Metropolitan Dallas, with initial
Sammye and Mike Myers; and Margot and Ross Perot,
Although we learned that Mrs. Altshuler had passed
investments totaling more than $7 million, to support
Sr., the parents of Carolyn Perot Rathjen.
away shortly before this issue of Unite went to press,
basic needs in perpetuity.
the issue already featured several stories about initiatives honoring her commitment to United Way and her extraordinary dedication to addressing need in our community.
The Ruth Sharp Altshuler Basic Needs Fund was
Altshuler has supported throughout her life, at the heart
developed and funded by friends of Altshuler before
of it, always, has been assisting those whom life has left
she passed away on December 9. It will enable United
behind,” said Prothro. “I can think of no more fitting
Way to respond to the urgent needs of families through
tribute than naming a fund in her honor.”
Words will never be sufficient to describe the
a regular and predictable funding stream. The fund
joyfulness with which she approached life, the
honors Altshuler’s tireless efforts for, and unwavering
full impact of her generosity, or the sadness that
commitment to, the most vulnerable populations in our
accompanies her loss. Those of us touched by her
community.
indomitable spirit will remember her always for her charm, generosity and kindness. Her legacy as one of Dallas’ greatest civic leaders is certain to be felt for years to come. Yours gratefully,
Jennifer Sampson McDermott-Templeton President and CEO United Way of Metropolitan Dallas
United Way of Metropolitan Dallas Senior Leadership Team Jennifer Sampson McDermott-Templeton President and Chief Executive Officer
“Ruth, you have inspired the entire city!” said Carolyn Perot Rathjen, who, along with Kelly H. Compton and Caren Prothro, spearheaded the fundraising initiative. Major donations to the Ruth Sharp Altshuler Basic Needs Fund were provided by the Dr. Bob and Jean
victims who relocated to North Texas. “It was an honor to be part of this effort,” said Compton. “We were asked to raise money for Ruth, and that is about as easy as anything one can do!” Above Former First Lady Laura Bush, Sally Smith Mashburn, and the late Ruth Sharp Altshuler
lay a foundation
adventure, mystery, and excitement – stimulating curiosity,
for future
supporting language development, and helping them gain
economic
other skills necessary for success in school and life.
prosperity,
As a response to a lack of available literature for children in disadvantaged situations, United Way of Metropolitan Dallas, the Ferst Foundation for Childhood Literacy, and The Boone Family Foundation have partnered to create
Dan Aptor Chief Marketing and Digital Officer
Research indicates one of the most significant factors
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Army to support Hurricane Harvey relief efforts for
Reading to young children transports them to worlds of
Once Upon a Month, a program that provides a free book
Kit Sawers Chief Development Officer
The first donation from the Fund went to The Salvation
Free Children’s Book Program Builds Foundation for Academic Success
Susan Hoff Chief Strategy, Impact and Operations Officer
Wanda Mizutowicz Chief Financial Officer
“Among all the glamorous, high profile causes Ruth
each month to young children in Dallas.
influencing a child’s early educational success is being read to at home prior to beginning school. Yet 61 percent of low-income families have no books in the home suitable for a child. “Ensuring all children receive a quality education helps
and education begins with reading,” said Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings. “Once Upon a Month will fill a critical need by providing families access to books in targeted areas of our community.” More than 4,000 books have already been mailed to over 1,800 children in the program. Our goal is to reach 7,500 children by 2019. For more information, please visit FerstFoundation.org/Texas.
UNITE FOREVER CAMPAIGN Mark and Rachel Rohr Donate $2 Million to Unite Forever Mark Rohr, who served as chair of United Way of Metropolitan Dallas’ 2016-17 annual campaign, capped his leadership with an act of great generosity. As part of United Way’s annual awards dinner in June, it was announced that Rohr and his wife, Rachel, donated $2 million to the Unite Forever campaign. Gifts to the Unite Forever campaign benefit United Way Foundation of Metropolitan Dallas. The $100 million endeavor, which launched in February 2015, is separate from the annual campaign and is co-chaired by Ruth Altshuler, Ed Galante, and Roger Staubach. Additionally, Aikman presented the Spirit of Caring Award to Celanese Corporation, where Rohr is Chairman and CEO, during the awards ceremony.
The Perots’ support of United Way began when Margot Perot responded to a request from Altshuler and became one of the first members of Dallas’ chapter of the Tocqueville Society. The Perots also served as honorary chairs of United Way’s 90th Anniversary Celebration and are long-time Tocqueville Society members. The Perots’ daughter, Carolyn Perot Rathjen, serves as a vice chair of the Unite Forever campaign.
Above Mark Rohr
Hoglunds and Perots Provide $1 Million Each Two of Dallas’ founding families provided major gifts to the Unite Forever campaign. Sally and Forrest Hoglund made a gift of $1 million. And Margot and Ross Perot, Sr. made a gift of $1 million to support the Ruth Sharp
Three New Major Gifts to the Unite Forever Campaign are Earmarked for the Ruth Sharp Altshuler Basic Needs Fund One foundation and two couples, each with a special connection or friendship with Ruth Altshuler, made commitments to the Ruth Sharp Altshuler Basic Needs Fund. The Dr. Bob and Jean Smith Foundation; Carolyn and David Miller; and Sammye and Mike Myers each
Altshuler Basic Needs Fund. (See story on page 2.)
provided generous gifts of $1 million. The three gifts are
Both families have multigenerational histories of support
Ruth Sharp Altshuler Basic Needs Fund. (See story on
for United Way. The Hoglunds serve as honorary co-chairs of the Unite Forever campaign and served as honorary chairs of United Way’s 90th Anniversary Celebration in 2015. The Hoglund Foundation provides annual support for United Way’s GroundFloor, which offers investment and other support for entrepreneurs with innovative solutions to social problems. The Hoglunds’ daughter, Kelly H. Compton, who serves as a vice chair of the Unite Forever campaign, helped spearhead the 30th Anniversary Celebration of the Ruth Sharp Altshuler Tocqueville Society in September. Compton helped lead fundraising for the Ruth Sharp Altshuler Basic Needs Fund and is a long-time Tocqueville Society member.
part of an announced $7 million which established the page 2.) These gifts also count as part of the $100 million Unite Forever campaign launched in 2015 to transform the lives and preserve the futures of North Texans. To date, the Unite Forever campaign has raised $50 million. Dr. Bob and Jean Smith were longtime friends of Altshuler; Dr. Smith and Altshuler had been friends since high school, and the Smiths' daughters continue another generation of friendship with Altshuler. The Millers and the Myerses have supported a number of Dallas causes with Altshuler, developing an appreciation for each other's civic spirit and philanthropic judgment. Each has a history of support for those whose circumstances were unfortunate from the start.
“United Way of Metropolitan Dallas has a vital new resource, thanks to donors who gave in appreciation of Ruth Sharp Altshuler’s decades-long commitment to our community,” said Jennifer Sampson, McDermottTempleton President and CEO of United Way of Metropolitan Dallas. The Ruth Sharp Altshuler Basic Needs Fund will ensure that United Way can provide food, shelter, and other forms of assistance in response to natural disasters, domestic violence, and other emergencies, offering timely assistance to those in desperate need. Above top Forrest Hoglund, Jennifer Sampson, and Sally Hoglund Above bottom Margot and Ross Perot, Sr.
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30th Anniversary of the Ruth Sharp Altshuler Tocqueville Society Celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, the Ruth Sharp Altshuler Tocqueville Society recognizes donors with an unsurpassed dedication to our community. Named to honor longtime Dallas philanthropist Ruth Sharp Altshuler, the Tocqueville Society is composed of civic and business leaders whose vision for North Texas is matched only by their generosity.
Margot and Ross Perot, Sr., former First Lady Laura Bush, Margaret McDermott, and the late Ruth Sharp Altshuler
Gene Jones and Drew Pearson
United Way Service Providers
Hal Brierley, Randall Stephenson, and former Dallas Mayor Ron Kirk
Caroline Rose Hunt and Barbara Womble
Rhonda Green, Dee Brown, Neena Newberry, and Deb SoRelle
Sara and Gary Ahr
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Troy Aikman, Margot Perot, Margaret McDermott, and Jennifer Sampson
Regen Fearon
United Way Awards A celebration of our volunteers and donors to workplace campaigns, leaders of countless community-minded companies, visionary foundations who are United Way partners in a multitude of initiatives, and individual volunteers and donors throughout North Texas who share the dream of what our community can and should be.
Jennifer Sampson, Mark Rohr, Troy Aikman, Lupe Ponce, Jillian Richardson, Dana Smith, and Tony Nachampasack
Ellen Barker, Robin Bray, and Julie Van Haren
David Brown and Troy Aikman
Wayne Sanders and David Alexander
Women of Tocqueville Connections In September, the Women of Tocqueville kicked off their 10th anniversary year and “10 for 10” initiative at Wisteria. With over 50 women in attendance, chair Kristy Faus reflected on Women of Tocqueville’s first decade and discussed what lies ahead. Additionally, more than 100 welcome kits were assembled for the Assistance Center of Collin County.
Shannon Newsom and Sunela Thomas
Lexi Luzarraga, Kristy Faus, and Jennifer Sampson
Jan Madigan and Robbi Luxbacher
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Volunteer Engagement New Directors join United Way Boards United Way of Metropolitan Dallas’ and United Way Foundation of Metropolitan Dallas’ Boards of Directors are comprised of remarkable leaders whose strategic decisionmaking and guidance steer the organization. Members come from throughout the community and are distinguished by their passion, expertise, and commitment to United Way’s mission. United Way is pleased to welcome new members to both Boards.
United Way of Metropolitan Dallas Board of Directors | 2017-2018 Anne Motsenbocker Chase Chair Jason W. Downing Deloitte Vice Chair; United Way Foundation of Metropolitan Dallas Chair Michelle Vopni EY Treasurer Troy Aikman Annual Campaign Chair Rick Bridwell Bank of America Merrill Lynch Jorge Corral* Accenture Regen Fearon Community Volunteer Richard Fedock* ExxonMobil (Retired) Audit & Ethics Chair Manny Fernandez KPMG LLP Deb Gibbins Mary Kay Corporation Cecily Gooch Vistra Energy Charlene Lake AT&T Pete Lerma Richards/Lerma Gail McDonald* Transition Resources, Inc. Scott Moore PwC Bill Morrison Tenet Healthcare Governance Chair Torrence Robinson Fluor Corporation Sandra Phillips Rogers* Toyota Motor North America, Inc. Jennifer Saenz* Frito-Lay North America Michael Sherman* The Boston Consulting Group John Stephens AT&T Debra Brennan Tagg Brennan Financial Services Community Impact Chair Julie Van Haren* Texas Instruments Terri West Texas Instruments (Retired) Resource Development Chair Bob Wright* Wright Connatser PLLC Chris Wyse Kimberly-Clark Corporation United Way Foundation of Metropolitan Dallas Board of Directors | 2017-2018 Jason W. Downing Deloitte Chair Caroline Rose Hunt The Rosewood Corporation Honorary Vice Chair Dave C. Rader Frito-Lay, Inc. (Retired) Treasurer/Secretary Troy Aikman Annual Campaign Chair Millie Bradley ExxonMobil (Retired) Hal Brierley The Brierley Group David Brown, Sr.* former Dallas Police Chief Jim Burke* Vistra Energy Pete Chilian* J.P. Morgan Private Bank J. Patrick Faubion Comerica Bank (Retired) Curtis M. FitzGerald ExxonMobil (Retired) Barry A. Fromberg Creekpoint Capital LLC Edward G. Galante Community Volunteer Carol Glendenning Strasburger & Price LLP Peter Kline Kline Family Interests Clint McDonnough EY (Retired) Erle Nye TXU (Retired) Michael Peterson Carrington Coleman Sloman & Blumenthal L.L.P. General Counsel Stanley A. Rabin Commercial Metals Company (Retired) Carolyn Perot Rathjen The Perot Foundation Debbie Taylor Citi Mary Templeton Community Volunteer Debra von Storch* EY Michael Wetherington Community Volunteer EMERITI DIRECTORS: David W. Biegler Southcross Energy Partners L.P. Becky Bright Civic Leader Liz Minyard Community Volunteer *New Board Member
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Summer Meals Program Fights Child Hunger
Healthy Zone School Recognition Program® Grows
More than 262,000 Dallas County kids – a population
More than 150 school representatives attended the
that could fill AT&T Stadium three times – are at risk
Healthy Zone School Recognition Program® annual
of going hungry every day during the summer months.
orientation in September. The Program, a partnership
To combat this disturbing deficiency, United Way of
of United Way of Metropolitan Dallas and The Cooper
Metropolitan Dallas, in partnership with Texas Hunger
Institute®, recognizes schools that encourage healthy
Initiative-Dallas and the more than 30 member
behaviors and provide health resources and expertise.
organizations of the Dallas Summer & Supper Council,
Each school is rewarded with approximately $7,000 in
came together to increase awareness of the numerous
funding and incentives to fight the childhood obesity
free summer meal programs and stress the importance of
epidemic and maintain healthy school environments.
good nutrition for children throughout the year.
The Program has recognized 166 schools and impacted
The Dallas Summer & Supper Council kicked off with
close to 110,000 students in 18 public school districts,
an event presented by the Strategic Justice Initiative,
plus private and charter schools, since 2011. A school
Dallas Police Department, Dallas Arboretum, Dallas
that participates in Healthy Zone School has a 3.0%
Afterschool, and other community partners, and included
higher rate of “passing” STAAR when compared to non-
gatherings at three additional destinations throughout
participating campuses and 25% of students improved in
the community. A total of 290 volunteers served
body composition. Twenty new schools were added to the
approximately 48,000 meals (1,000 children daily) and
recognition list this year.
logged 845 hours at summer hunger awareness events.
Orientation – a full day of training at the Dallas
Dallas Summer & Supper Council partnered for the first
Arboretum – equipped schools with the tools and
time with TangoTab, a free mobile-app that connects
knowledge they need to positively impact their students
socially conscious consumers with local restaurants
and be successful in the program.
donating meals to local food charities. The program also received $16,000 from Kellogg’s Breakfast for Better Days to increase participation in summer meals programs. THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
#BigDGives Aims to Make Dallas Most Generous City For the second year, United Way of Metropolitan Dallas powered #BigDGives on #GivingTuesday – a global day of giving on November 28 (the Tuesday after Thanksgiving) that celebrates volunteerism and generosity. In its sixth year, #GivingTuesday again inspired giving in the United States and around the world, generating increased donations and volunteer hours as well as numerous initiatives that encourage community engagement and support.
Giving Away School Supplies at Back-to-School Festival To help offset back-to-school costs for families in southern Dallas, volunteers distributed 2,000 backpacks filled with grade-appropriate school supplies and other tools for educational success to students at the thirdannual For Oak Cliff Back to School Festival presented by Mr. Cooper® and Texas Instruments. Celanese Corporation and TXU Energy also sponsored the event. “It’s important that students are prepared and have the supplies they need to return to school,” said Jay Bray, Chairman and CEO, of Mr. Cooper®. “Our team is proud to support families in our community.” “Education has the ability to transform lives,” said Gabriel Flores, Vice President and Ethics Director, Texas Instruments. “At TI, we believe that businesses and communities should strive to remove as many barriers as possible.” THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
As part of #BigDGives, individuals, corporations, and nonprofit organizations across North Texas joined forces earning Metropolitan Dallas the right to be called "Most Generous City in the Nation" on #GivingTuesday. The day kicked off with Campaign Chair Troy Aikman and hundreds of volunteers at Victory Park appearing on WFAA Channel 8’s Daybreak, assembling sandwiches for people in need with TangoTab’s Feed the City. As part of many initiatives throughout the day, volunteers also participated in a Red Cross blood drive and helped replenish local food pantries by donating non-perishable items at a food drop, both hosted by TXU Energy at their offices in Irving; and assembled hygiene kits for distribution to the homeless hosted by AT&T at their offices in downtown Dallas. In the evening, Aikman was the special guest at The Rustic for our #BigDGives Bash, where hundreds of volunteers and donors came together to celebrate cumulative giving with live music and refreshments. Thank you to everyone who volunteered or gave of their time as part of #BigDGives. THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
OneUp the Vote Draws Engagement Through Fun, High-Energy Competition
GroundFloor Program Receives Largest Corporate Gift
OneUp the Vote, presented by AT&T, a month-long
company, provided a gift of $500,000 over
ONEUP THE VOTE PARTICIPANTS
Accenture, a leading professional services
digital contest featuring and benefitting social innovators
two years to United Way of Metropolitan
who are part of United Way of Metropolitan Dallas’
Dallas’ GroundFloor program, helping to equip
GroundFloor initiative, in collaboration with Accenture,
organizations that find solutions to pervasive
ran September 27 to October 26.
community issues in new or innovative ways, and fill gaps in service. The contribution is the largest
During the contest, the participants competed for a
corporate gift to date for the initiative.
collective $100,000, and North Texans voted digitally once a day for their favorite Fellows. All Fellows were
GroundFloor, founded in 2013, is an impact-
featured on the OneUp the Vote website, which provided
accelerator program that provides funding, guidance
a short video about what each competing organization
and human capital to innovative social ventures.
does for the community. Weekly winners were
Participating "Fellows" show promise of introducing
First3Years, Youth with Faces, and Scholarshot. The grand
the next big idea for preparing students to succeed
prize winner was Youth with Faces.
after graduation, reducing poverty, or improving health and wellbeing across the region.
Through campaigns like OneUp the Vote, United Way seeks to encourage participation through an easy and
“At Accenture, we help some of the world’s largest
unique platform. OneUp the Vote offers a fun and
companies and organizations innovate, grow, and
viral way to build clout for United Way’s GroundFloor
compete day in and day out,” said Jorge Corral,
Fellows and engage with younger, more digitally savvy
Managing Director of Accenture’s Dallas office.
observers and volunteers in our community. On average,
“We are eager to help unleash the power of
GroundFloor Fellows saw a 38% increase in social media
innovation and possibilities of creative minds and
followers. Corporate partners are encouraged to leverage
actions to make our community an even better
OneUp the Vote to increase United Way campaign
place to live.”
revenue and employee engagement.
Below OneUp the Vote grand prize winner Youth with Faces
Over the past two years, Accenture’s business and technology team members have served as volunteer expert mentors for the GroundFloor program’s social innovators as part of the company’s Skills to Succeed corporate citizenship initiative. “We are overjoyed to have Accenture on board to help us take GroundFloor to the next level,” said Jennifer Sampson, McDermott-Templeton President and CEO, United Way of Metropolitan Dallas. “The caliber of resources and expertise that Accenture brings really elevate what is possible for our fellows to accomplish.” Since the program’s inception, GroundFloor Fellows leveraged United Way’s $1.85 million in seed funding investment to raise an additional $11.8 million – almost eight times the initial investment. They have also forged 563 partnerships to date.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
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Fund Assists Hurricane Harvey Victims United Way of Metropolitan Dallas has established the Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund, a dedicated fund to provide support to those affected by the recent disaster. To date the fund has received more than $450,000 in donations. These generous gifts will support our fellow Texans who, in turn, can recover and rebuild. As of October, approximately 530 displaced families continue to seek refuge in North Texas. To determine the best way to distribute funds locally, United Way of Metropolitan Dallas partnered with the Mayor’s Office, Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD), Dallas Independent School District (DISD), Communities Foundation of Texas (CFT), and the Meadows Foundation, among others.
Approximately half of the funds were designated
or mobilizing partners to help with long-term recovery,
by donors to go to United Way Houston and other
United Way is committed to offering hope and help where
South Texas United Ways. The remaining funds will be
it is most needed.
distributed to the following North Texas organizations that are supporting displaced families: Mass Care Task Force/First Responders: including the Salvation Army, Red Cross, North Texas Food Bank, and Volunteer Now; Kids Fund; Dallas ISD; and Long Term Relief Funds in partnership with Catholic Charities. Whether by raising funds to aid in relief efforts, supporting first-responders,
Both the NBC’s TODAY show and NBC 5 in Dallas broadcast from the United Way of Metropolitan Dallas office on the morning of September 5 to highlight the efforts of United Way and members of the community, who brought donations of water, food, and other necessities to be distributed.