Education & Financial Empowerment
Dallas Financial Empowerment Center (FEC)
Free one-on-one financial coaching.
Helps residents manage debt, improve credit, and increase financial stability.
Contact: FinancialEmpowerment@dallas.gov
Child Care Assistance Program
Supports working parents by paying a portion of child care expenses for one year.
Contact: Lucy Hernandez, 214-670-8258
Health & Wellness
Older Adult Program (Dallas County Health & Human Services)
Provides health activities, benefits counseling, and daily hot meals.
For adults 60+, transportation available within 75212.
Contact: 214-819-1860
Period Access Dallas (PAD)
Provides free menstrual products to those in need.
Request items at WDMC front desk.
Produce Distribution & Food Recovery Programs
Partnerships with North Texas Food Bank, American Heart Association, and Dallas Legacy Mission.
Food available on scheduled Fridays and Wednesdays.
No eligibility requirements — first come, first serve.
Social & Community Services
Social Services & Support (City of Dallas Office of Community Care)
Emergency rental, utility, and housing assistance.
Contact: 214-670-8416
Municipal Community Court
Assists adults with City of Dallas misdemeanors through wrap-around services.
Court sessions: Tuesdays at 9am and 1pm.
The Way Back Program
- Reentry services for formerly incarcerated individuals.
- Case managers available Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm.
- thewaybackhouse.org
Community Partnerships
Dallas Legacy Mission (DLM)
Project Heroes (Veterans Luncheon) – first Friday monthly
Hygiene Closet – third Thursday monthly
Senior Lunch & Learns – holidays and special dates
Legal Aid of Northwest Texas
Free legal consultations on the fourth Thursday each month (5–7pm).
Sustainability & Food Initiatives
Giving Grove Orchard
18-tree orchard planted in 2023; first harvest expected 2026.
Volunteer or learn more: ashley.hutto@dallas.gov
Neighbor’s Garden
Community garden with raised boxes for adoption.
Tools, water, and materials provided by WDMC.
Contact: 214-670-6341