Plano Nonprofits and Charities

Rebuilding Together North Texas has profoundly impacted the lives of many who found themselves living in unsafe homes with no other alternatives. I see the dedication and intense drive lived out on a daily basis from the volunteers, Executive Team, and fellow Board members, which allows us to tackle the many challenges that arise during critical home repairs and remodels. From excavating and leveling foundations to weatherproofing and replacing roofs, I have seen this organization take on projects that others have said "no" to time and time again. With sponsors like Beck, Home Depot, Lowes, Target, Frost Bank, Trinity Bank, Texas Capital Bank, and many many others, we are able to create safe and thriving communities. There are so many people that continue to need our help, consider supporting us by volunteering (https://www.idealist.org/en/nonprofit/52f4e1175d674519b30b36e0a7b59cee-rebuilding-together-north-texas-plano) or making a donation (https://rtntx.org/waystogive).

I am a survivor of domestic violence who was evicted from Hope’s Door New Beginning Center (Plano, TX) along with two other mothers—one disabled with multiple sclerosis. We were removed over basic hygiene items like acne cream and dryer sheets. No violence. No disruption. No due process. In total, 10 people were displaced, including 6 children. Hope’s Door reports over $5.7 million in annual revenue, including funding for transitional housing, deposits, and move-in fees. Yet I received no housing support, no case management, and no basic necessities. My children and I are now sleeping in our car. After I spoke out publicly, a friend still inside the shelter reported that 30 brand new plates suddenly appeared. That’s what the shelter responded to—not trauma, not homelessness, not the fact that children were pulled out of school and forced into crisis. I’ve filed formal complaints with HUD, the Texas Attorney General, and Plano City Council. I am asking donors, board members, and ci

This NGO operates using the Faith for Muslims, believer in Quran & Sunnah of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), their actions towards actual Muslims survivor is absolutely opposite. Not only that, they are having fundraising luncheon at Neiman Marcus? Which is a joke on them.TMWF REFUSED or did not provide their Clients with Underwear, Bra's, Shoes and or even any calibration for the Eid ' 2025. My friend stayed there as their Clients. Their service are pick on chose not by who needs the most.

Decided to go to Emilys place to finish my healing journey. However, I ended up with more stress and trauma. <br><br>I'll start by saying for a Domestic Violence shelter, I found it odd that staff not allows residents to use corporal punishment but encourages it. <br><br>I also couldn't figure out of all the classes they offered why there was nothing on Domestic Violence. Then it dawned on me, much of the behavior and nature of the program falls into the wheel of abuse. <br><br>1 . Staff will tell you if you have permission to work somewhere and including the hours. Finishing up college is outright denied. <br><br>2. They want you to have a savings plan, great. However you must get approved to literally buy anything and this includes food, as they serve meals but do not consider dietary restrictions [ like type 2 diabetes] I was asked by primary care doctor to join a gym, denied waste of money. Once you get your savings to a goal, guess what they pick what you are doing. Mine was spending over 20k on a car , before even having a license. And signing up for insurance and putting the manager on it for almost 400 a month. Which would mean if I was existed ( like 80% of the residents) I'd have no insurance or license and not be able to take my car. And if I complete this I'd have 0 savings and paying far toʻo much for insurance <br><br>3. You must get permission to leave the property. And they usually give you a time limit. Even though there's a curfew good luck getting permission to go to see family or friends on your free time. Can't impromptu go to the park on a nice day because if you didn't add something to and get permission they can kick you out.<br><br>4. Staff is aggressive and raises thier voice at residents. Nit picks you, shames you and shares personal information to other residents. Don't worry though staff does the same to each other. <br><br>5. The homes often are not fully occupied. Not just due to the extreme high turn over, they literally just leave the house empty, with the overwhelming amount of people looking for shelter and shelter that are full this should never be an issue. <br><br>6. Staff rifles through clothing donations and discusses pretty obviously that they got them. However, for some reason residents barely get to look <br><br>7 Dinner attendance is 5 nights a week and is mandatory wether you signed up to cook or not. This means you have to be home from work, or grocery shopping etc just to sit at the table. They have programming scheduled directly after also mandatory for 4 nights of the week. So you have little free time, and what time you do have you can't actually do anything without permission. <br><br> You basically sign up to live in a halfway home to live here, and staff seems to have no Domestic Violence training or empathy. Clients have complained about aggressive behavior and yelling done by staff and. Staff simply states your triggers aren't our responsibility.

MI is a great way to give back to the community and help young people at the same time. While it's great to be out working on a project, it's also fun to bring those stories and lessons learned back to workshops and camps. The hands-on learning is why kids come to MI, and I feel good that everyone is learning tried and true methods along with the latest and greatest tips and tricks. MI is the best place for this kind of industry training and life skills development, and it's fulfilling to support their programs.

I have spent many years partnering, encouraging, supporting, and praying for Livada Orphan Care. They bring Hope, love, care, for children who have been abandoned, scarred and labeled as societies out casts. <br>

Unfortunately, I thought this would be a good daycare for my grandkids. The Director Dues is a little too much on her high horse and does not care for the community as she pretends. I’ve asked to speak to management and was refused their information. The workers at the daycare are nice, but the Director is very hard to work with. She was even difficult with the school. I couldn’t imagine working under her. She’s like a dictator. Very passive aggressive.

I'm looking for a sponsorship for my soccer team we are based in South Africa in Eastern Cape province in a small town called Alice.

Breaking Free Inc. does incredible work and is out serving our community everyday. They are truly dedicated to helping people in need. We could not ask for better!

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On March 23, 2016 my son was a victim of homicide. He left behind his 5 yr old son. He was a single dad with full custody. we lived together . I was so lost and had no clue how to help my grandson. I found journey about two weeks after he died and I am so grateful. From the intake process when kerri talked to my grandson like a little person with respect and understanding til now my grandson loves journey. He is able to talk openly and without judgement about his dad. We have so many great conversations on the way home, we talk about the projects they have done and books they read and now he likes to welcome new kids and will sit and have dinner with them and show them around. Finding journey was the best thing for both of us.

Hello, my name is Sharon Burns Waldon, This blog is regarding the donation today May, 22, 20 for community services hours for the court. I have donation 7 peanut butter, and 22 canned foods, 1 -8pkg of tissues, 2 bags of noodles and one bag of potatoes. Please send me a receipt of donation to submit to the court for credit on my community service hours. Thanks God bless and be safe and Wash Your Hands......

My Possibilities is changing the way adults with intellectual disabilities learn with their new Campus for Higher Learning. They are offering adults with IDD the same opportunities all others have always had to continue learning post high-school, but did not exist before. Their new college-style learning environment is cutting-edge and revolutionary!

I saw a dog on Petfinder and this rescue was the one that had him. I contacted, filled out an application, they called my vet references which were good and they told me so. I was then contacted that someone else would contact me to meet the dog. The person called and set up a day which was cancelled by the foster because of another commitment and I was told it would be rescheduled, I was then told there were other applicants for the dog. I was NEVER contacted for another date/time for the meet and greet even after going thru all the steps required. I have donated to this rescue in the past and am very disappointed that this is how they conduct their rescue. I do love cockers and believe in adopt not shop when it comes to animals, but this rescue makes it so hard for people, that they are actually going to keep the breeders in business. This was my first and final attempt to adopt from this rescue and also I will no longer donate to them

North Texas Performing Arts is an amazing place for children and adults. My children have been performing there for six years now. Most businesses start feeling cold and that you are not worth their time once they grow some. However that is NOT the case with NTPA, all of the employees are so welcoming and caring to everyone that comes through the doors. It does not matter if it is your first time walking through the door, your first class, first major production or you have been there for years you are welcomed with open arms. They encourage all to be themselves, to love themselves and never be scared be the best at what you love no matter what anyone else thinks. My 16 year old started at NTPA and would barely speak to people, she was so shy and reserved, in just six years she has now been in several of huge choirs, she is very outgoing loves to talk and sing for everyone! My 9 year old daughter has extreme anxiety and was recently diagnosed with dyslexia. She has a had a very hard year. However she knows when she gets there she gets to forget all of her worries and just have fun and enjoy being herself. She feels like she with her second family and love her for all of her wonderful qualities and never look down on her. My 6 year old just started doing shows and loves it so much she is already on her sixth show and can't wait to start the next one! I could never say enough about how amazing the theater, the staff and patriots of the theater are. Not only have they done the most amazing things for my kids, but I have meet some of my best friends there!!!! Thank you NTPA for your amazing hard work.

I can personally attest to the work that Threads of Hope does in Peru, both in its original work in Lima with the arpilleras and now in the expansion work with the weaving and embroidery it is doing in the remote areas in the Andes mountains. <br><br>Having lived in Peru for 9 years, I have seen these women come together for fellowship and teaching; work side by side, learning techniques, color combinations, and quality control to produce beautiful art. Seeing and hearing the stories of what they have been able to do with the funds they receive from their work has been such a blessing to them, their communities, and those who buy their work. These women learn a craft, pursue it, and are able to stay at home to take care of their children and families. The women are paid a fair wage for their work and they and their work are valued. <br><br>Thank you Threads of Hope for providing all this and enriching our homes and world.

The Bully Suicide Project has reorganized and has added a new initiative. As a Marine Corps Veteran, Dr. Newsome's illness was more serious than anyone realized. She returned to the VA hospital 3 times and on the 3rd time after an ill advised stress test coded black (died ). After being revised and now rehabbed, she found another pressing issue that needs BSP attention. As a female Marine Corps Veteran, she learned of the bullying, abuse and high suicide rate of Women Veterans. She has now added that initiative to the work of the Bully Suicide Project!

after being in an accident at work and injuring my back, habitat for humanity gave me a chance to get back on my feet and back to work at my pace. i enjoy volunteering here and the people here are great!

I had been to a few counselors over a period of several years. They helped me cope, but I was still hurting. When I started the program at Operation 220, I finally started making breakthroughs and understanding the root of my issues and hurts. God began to heal my wounds and reveal truth...no coping mechanisms. And the staff is amazing!!! They truly love and care for you and desire for you to be free in Christ and walk in your identity!

The serious issues in Garland Soccer / North Texas are still not being addressed: <br>Garland’s children were harmed by sexual predator Bernardo Mondragon-Guzman. Garland Soccer made numerous promises in the media.“We’re going to do everything we can to protect our children. And if we need to change things, we’ll do, we’ll change things,” The president blocked every attempt I made to institute proper policies and procedures to keep Garland’s children safe. Garland Soccer has done nothing in response to children being raped. <br> <br>A director married to a registered for life, level 2 sex offender with a child victim was letting him handle rosters and other records. This director did not drive and this offender accompanied her everywhere. The president insisted on keeping her on the board knowing the sex offender would be around at every soccer activity possibly putting our children in danger. This clearly violated Garland’s Loitering ordinance. <br> <br>This same director and her husband were bragging that they would be meeting the association president to discuss construction work for GSA when no open bidding was in progress. <br> <br>$8,000.00 of “missing funds” has no proper documentation as the board is routinely denied documentation by the president. The Garland Soccer Association president lied to the GSA member coaches about those “missing funds” claiming there was ongoing litigation between the software provider, Jevin and the payment processor, Corduro. 2 years later no litigation is on record anywhere. <br> <br>A former Coach and director were brought up on phony charges by the president when the player pool placed a child of the correct age with their coaching parent. Former coaches and directors have no contact with or control over the player pool. Why would children be placed on teams competing against their own parents' teams? <br> <br>The president runs this organization like a dictatorship and flouts the GSA, North Texas State and US Youth Soccer by-laws. State law concerning fiduciary duties is not being followed. <br> <br>Elections in Garland Soccer have been rigged for years. <br> <br>The president filed a No Confidence Petition in an attempt to remove a director who spoke on behalf of a candidate running against him. Members are afraid to vote their conscience. <br> <br>The number of players and coaches are plummeting as folks leave unhappy with their experience in Garland Soccer. North Texas is open territory and players can register wherever they now wish. <br> <br>Garland Soccer has lost almost all of its interleague play with neighboring associations. Richardson, Lake Highlands and Wylie have left Garland Soccer. Plano Soccer will not invite GSA to join them all. The only association sending teams over is Rowlett with their major league girls. The few other teams from other associations playing with Garland missed the cutoff to register in Plano or where their home association is playing. By spring 2016 there may be no outside associations willing to play with Garland thanks to the leadership being unwilling to resolve the many problems in GSA. Plano coaches for one example get final rosters 3 weeks before the season starts and don't have to worry about short rosters or players being added after they have purchased uniforms. <br> <br>The coaches are shut down at meetings by the president and their voices are not heard. The Garland Soccer Association is operated in a shroud of secrecy by the president even though it is in fact a 501 c 3 charity and should be completely transparent. Members of the association and the public have not been welcomed to the board meetings. Board meeting agendas, board meeting minutes and board member reports are kept secret. <br> <br>GSA has no Ethics Committee as North Texas State requires as the president refuses to form one. GSA has no A & D Committee as required by the by-laws as the president refuses to allow one to be formed. The A & D process is completely broken and as protocol and procedures are totally flouted all of the hearings are illegal. <br> <br>The president refused to issue A & D decision letters in direct violation of North Texas rules which places Garland Soccer NOT in Good Standing. <br> <br>The Garland Soccer website is not in Spanish though there have been numerous requests over the years for that to happen as much of GSA’s player base is simply not being served. <br> <br>Garland Soccer puts kids in soccer that are in danger themselves and a danger to others as there is no TOPSoccer program in place for kids that would benefit from it. <br> <br>When will the problems in Garland Soccer be addressed? North Texas Soccer is open territory and players may register wherever they wish. Neighboring associations have indicated they will take teams intact with your GSA roster. <br> <br>North Texas has had numerous grievances and complaints about these issues. The North Texas State Soccer Association has not followed its by-laws and "provide for the prompt and equitable resolution of grievances" for several years now. NTSSA is corrupt and totally mismanaged!

I can not believe how much Janet Collinsworth has done in the short time she has been getting this off the ground. She is amazing. God has placed so many wonderful things and people in her path to help. <br>This group has purchased several small homes, fixed problems in homes and opened them up to young families needing a place to get back on their feet. The organization placed many guidelines in place and is in the process of providing as many growing and learning tools they can for these families to achieve their first goals. It is an exciting group with so much before them as God guides their path.

I have been able to volunteer with Victim Relief to help bring physical, spiritual and emotional support to families effected by disasters such as Katrina, Rita, Ike, Texas wildfires and many more. The training I have received in trauma, grief and crisis support is excellent. This is a great organization touching and changing lives! <br>

I had a matter that needed to be resolved and First Stone Credit Counseling did exactly what they said they would do. It was an owner getting an opportunity to talk the organizations founder Mr. Bruce J. Danielson and hearing his story. He reaffirms that the little guy is important.

I love working for an organization that PREVENTS child abuse. It is so awesome to know the work I do for the organization can help prevent a life from being devastated or cut short. Most parents want to do well by their children. Family Outreach recognizes this and helps parents cope with the stressors in life, teaches them valuable parenting skills and links them to other resources. As a parenting class instructor and family mentor I have seen the difference the organization makes to families in crisis or on the verge of crisis. The volunteers at Family Outreach are dedicated and loving people who want to make a positive difference for others.

I've had the opportunity to see first hand the integrity of the people in this organization. They do what they say and with smiles and conviction. Its refreshing! I am also impressed with the support provided to their sent missionaries - they aren't on their own as so many are. Very impressive ministry.