Stephanie came to Irving Cares last week. Her Case Manager, Michelle, gave her several referrals for help with her medical issues, and a week's worth of nutritious groceries. Today, Stephanie delivered a thank you note that said, "I appreciate your kindness and...
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Join us for Rockies vs Rangers featuring Irving’s Trevor Story
Come support Irving's own, Trevor Story, and your Texas Rangers in a night of great baseball action! Buy tickets through this offer and get savings off the regular price while helping Irving Cares. For the most secure transaction, please enter your information in the...
Do you like cool cars, trucks, motorcycles?
See you at the 3rd annual Ratteree Benefit Car Show on Sat. May 7, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the James Ratteree Career Development Center (2121 S. MacArthur Blvd.) Enter your vehicle for $10. Prizes awarded to the top 10 and Mayor’s choice. Admission is free, but...
TXU is Energy in Action
Yes, they are! These volunteers work hard helping others. TXU is a great supporter of Irving Cares and many more good works in the community. Thanks, TXU!
Boy Scout Eagle Project Enhances the Food Pantry
Aditya Shah, finished his Eagle Scout project this weekend, building shelves and re-finishing the floor in the food pantry waiting room. It looks great, and we are thankful for his hard work.
It’s the #TrevorStoryChallenge!
After hitting his 7th home run yesterday, Trevor Story now has the most home runs in 6 games in MLB history. Trevor plays as #27 for the Colorado Rockies. Trevor's mom, Teddie Story, is CEO of Irving Cares. As a sign of support, let's flood Teddie's office with $27...
Do You Remember Rufus?
We met Rufus back in 2014. He lives by the cash register in the cafeteria at Las Colinas Medical Center. Diners can donate their change, and the funds come to Irving Cares. Kyle was there today and saw Rufus - still collecting for Irving Cares! Thanks to Rufus and...
$50,000 Grant Shows Generosity of The Grainger Foundation
This donation was recommended by Sean Gardner, Steve Isam, Jody Stroup, and Jay Thomason, all Branch Network Managers of W.W. Grainger, Inc.’s, Dallas and Ft. Worth locations. Grainger has been part of the Dallas/Ft. Worth business community for more than 82 years as...
Thank you, Sharmon, for your thoughtful leadership!
Sharmon Chilton began her partnership with Irving Cares in 2008 in the food pantry where she enjoyed serving our neighbors. She says, “Irving Cares is special to me because it engages the community by encouraging, educating and empowering people.” Now she’s on the...
Are you working on the Summer Squeeze Challenge!
Summer is coming, which brings higher grocery bills for families when children are home from school. Food pantry requests increase, and donations can be slim during summer months. You can make a difference! Host a food drive to benefit Irving Cares in March or April...