The Miller family needed help with their Atmos Energy bill. Their case manager, Beverly, also provided food and resources to help Mr. Miller find a better job. They have 4 children at home, and said "We appreciate the donors who make this assistance possible." As of...
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Self Sufficiency
The Employment Services Program Changed Pat’s Life!
Our friend, Pat, wrote a review of Irving Cares, "This place is amazing! Mary Shelton helped me so much! I lost my job of 10+ years in 2015 due to downsizing because of the economy. I started a small cleaning company when I could not procure employment that would...
The Baron and Blue Foundation Provides Funds to Irving Cares
Generous $10,000 support of operating expenses was received in December. The Baron and Blue Foundation, founded in 2002 by Lisa Blue and Fred Baron, strives to enhance the function of nonprofit organizations in the Dallas Community by assisting to maintain existing...
Last Christmas She Needed Help
An anonymous donor paid her rent, helping her #WeatherTheStorm, today she's making a donation saying, "This donation is inspired by the fact that Irving Cares was there for my daughter and me so that we were not homeless during the Christmas Holidays. May God bless my...
#GivingTuesday is November 29
Irving Cares has joined #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving to encourage and celebrate generosity worldwide. #GivingTuesday kicks off the holiday season to inspire people to give back in meaningful ways. After the shopping sprees of Black Friday and Cyber Monday,...
NCH Corporation Provides a Generous Donation
NCH presented a generous donation to Teddie and Kyle for Irving Cares. NCH has been a very significant partner supporting our work that helps Irving residents find jobs, eliminate hunger, prevent eviction and disconnection, and obtain information and referrals to...
Hogs & Hearts Casino Night Benefits Irving Cares
Healthcare Associates held its annual fundraising event on October 22 where nearly 100 people attended a night of fun games, prizes and a hearty barbecue dinner. Healthcare Associates invited vendors and customers to sponsor the event, netting a donation of over...
UPS Job Fair a Success at Irving Cares
New partners UPS held a successful job fair at Irving Cares today. Six people have job offers! Irving Cares Employment Services Program can help you find a job too. Call Mary or Ruth at 972-721-9181, ext. 207 or 212.
Direct Energy, Triple A Heating & Air Cool the Lopez Family
When Mr. Lopez got a new air conditioner, Triple A installed it for free! Direct Energy gave funds to purchase and install portable air conditioners for families in need. Irving Cares partnered with Triple A for installation, and they did the work for no charge. ...
Vizient brings Birthday Bags, laundry detergent and more!
As part of their "Community Day," volunteers from Vizient, Inc. collected cake mixes, icing and birthday candles to make Birthday Bags that Irving Cares will distribute to families through the food pantry. They brought laundry detergent and more! These volunteers...