Community Council of Greater Dallas

A nonprofit organization
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$15,000 Goal

Since 1943, the Community Council has worked to successfully to identify needs and develop innovative program solutions to enhance quality of life for all people. By connecting North Texans to information and resources, removing barriers and offering tools to actually transition people out of poverty, and providing care and services for older adults and caregivers, plus health and wellness education - all free, Community Council makes meaningful and transformational differences in the lives of thousands with the goal of an equitable and thriving community.

2-1-1 INFORMATION & REFERRAL SERVICES Anywhere in Texas, anyone can call 2-1-1 at anytime for free information and referrals to health and human services agencies, nonprofit and faith-based organizations, disaster relief resources, and volunteer opportunities.

ECONOMIC MOBILITY The poverty alleviation program transitions individuals and families into financial stability and living wage employment through a multi-faceted approach with emergency financial support and case-managed workforce development program with wrap-around services.

DALLAS AREA AGENCY ON AGING To increase independence and overall health, Dallas County residents age 60+ receive easy access to a comprehensive, integrated system of information, chore and care assistance, minor home repairs, legal services, health maintenance, benefits counseling, respite care, and transportation.

COMMUNITY WELLNESS Free evidence-based health and wellness workshops to assist adults in actively managing chronic conditions and diseases, diabetes prevention, fall prevention, stress, and depression.

HEALTHCARE NAVIGATOR Healthcare enrollment assistance provides uninsured individuals with access and unbiased assistance when applying for or renewing healthcare plans through the Healthcare Marketplace.

Mission

Community Council of Greater Dallas provides leadership in moving individuals and families from surviving to thriving. We improve quality of life by alleviating poverty, fostering independence and wellness, and connecting people to the resources they need.

Needs

Historically, Community Council of Greater Dallas has received nearly all income from government sources through grants and contracts. However, a critical need to fill the gap between the highly restrictive government funding and the funding needed to fully address the community's most pressing needs remains.

Your investment fills the need for funds to ensure consistency, capacity, and expansion to serve our vulnerable, disadvantaged, and underserved neighbors in North Texas.

Equity Statement

The Community Council is committed to the concept of equal opportunity in employment. Consistent with this commitment, every good faith effort has been made to comply with all applicable federal regulations. We also believe that a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace is one where all employees feel valued in respected.

Community Council has adopted and is committed to pursuing policies of Equal Employment Opportunity and to take affirmative action to provide this opportunity. This affirmative action and inclusion policy applies not only to employment practices but also to clients and selection of member agencies of Community Council, its Board of Directors and volunteers. We respect and value diverse life experiences and heritages and want to ensure that all voices are valued and heard. Community Council is committed to a pattern of diversity and inclusion in the communities we serve.

Organization Data

Summary

Organization name

Community Council of Greater Dallas

Tax id (EIN)

75-0800631

Guidestar

Causes

Economic/Financial Security/Poverty, Seniors, Social Services

Operating Budget

$10,000,000 or more

Counties Served

Tarrant, Rockwall, Ellis, Denton, Collin, Dallas

BIPOC Serving

Other, Native American, Hispanic or Latinx, Asian/Pacific Islander, Black or African American

BIPOC Leadership

Board Chair

Equity Statement

Equity Statement

Address

1341 W. Mockingbird Lane
Dallas, TX 75247

Phone

214-871-5065

Email

rrhule@ccadvance.org

Website

http://www.ccgd.org/