Arlington Charities helps feed North Texans during the holidays: 11 Days of Giving
On day three of CBS Texas' 11 Days of Giving, Arlington Charities received a $1,000 check to help feed even more people.
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On day three of CBS Texas' 11 Days of Giving, Arlington Charities received a $1,000 check to help feed even more people.
As the holidays approach, many North Texas families are feeling the strain of a difficult year. The Storehouse in Plano is seeing that need firsthand.
For thousands of families, getting enough to eat isn't guaranteed. Sharing Life works to fill that gap.
On Day 1 of CBS Texas' 11 Days of Giving, meet Sharing Life, a food pantry in Mesquite.
The school teaches English as a second language to preschool-aged children, creating a strong foundation for their educational futures.
As the season of giving is underway, CBS News Texas has teamed up with Tom Thumb, Albertsons to highlight nonprofits making a difference in their communities year-round, while offering a $1,000 donation.
Every animal at Saving Hope has a story.
Founded in 2011, the nonprofit is run by highly trained volunteers passionate about aiding recovery efforts.
The concept is simple: a menu with no prices. Guests pay what they can afford.
It's often said that teaching is a labor of love, but it can also be expensive.
"I owe every positive thing in my life to taking those first steps into recovery."
The nonprofit has distributed 27,000 meals in just one year, an achievement that speaks to the immense need.
CBS News Texas is recognizing Nexus Recovery Center for the 11 Days of Giving. Nexus Recovery Center is a nonprofit that helps women who are facing addiction and substance abuse.
"One of the biggest things Hagar's Heart stands for is that we see you," said Jennifer Jones.
CBS News Texas is recognizing Cara Caters for the 11 Days of Giving. Cara Caters is a nonprofit that makes sure kids in Ellis County don't go hungry.
Waxahachie Care manages to feed nearly 400 families a month. Now, they are getting a little something back thanks to Albertson's and Tom Thumb.
Jack and Jill of America, Inc. is dedicated to bettering the lives of others.
Our third organization in this series is the Cowtown Marathon's C.A.L.F Program, which teaches kids about fitness and outfits them with new running shoes.
CBS News Texas' Nicole Nielsen introduces you to the Street Dog Project, a North Texas nonprofit that helps those among us who can't help themselves.
The program started in 2009. This year, 102 schools across 14 different districts are participating.
Our second organization in this series is Hope Restored Missions, a nonprofit that serves people across the metroplex who are dealing with homelessness.
Our annual campaign celebrating local North Texas non-profits officially kicks off Sunday with My Possibilities.
The DAC's executive director, Heather Hughes, believes in hiring deaf and hard of hearing individuals. After all, she's deaf herself.
The DAC's executive director, Heather Hughes, believes in hiring deaf and hard of hearing individuals. After all, she's deaf herself.
A former event planner started the nonprofit to help children in transitional living facilities.
