fundraiser
End Teen Homelessness
$0 Raised
$825 raised by 4 donors
6% complete
$15,000 Goal
First Choice Social Services Mission Statement:
To be the First Choice in social services to provide treatment for families affected by domestic violence, substance abuse, and teen homelessness.
About First Choice Social Services
First Choice Social Services is a 501(c)(3) Non –Profit Organization. In 2013, a group of colleagues from diverse backgrounds decided to build an agency that will address the needs of their community. First Choice Social Services collaborates with other agencies to help fulfill its mission.
First Choice Social Services is fortunate to have Bridget Vinson-O’Neal as its Founder/ Executive Director. Mrs. Vinson-O’Neal is a Licenses Social Worker and earned a Master’s Degree in Sciences in Human Services from Capella University. Mrs. Vinson-O’Neal has 28 years of experience working with diverse populations with her expertise in Domestic Violence.
First Choice Social Services provides three service areas:
First Choice Social Services collaborates with other social service agencies to provide:
Current Supportive Programs:
Current Fundraising Initiatives:
10th Anniversary Gala, October 28, 2023
Coffee and Conversation-Health Intimate Partner Relationships Series in the African American Community to discuss the topic of dating, marriage, sex, same-sex relationships
Swing Out Against Teen Homelessness-
Funding
First Choice Social Services relies on the kindness of others through donations, state and local grants, fundraisers, and client fees.
Agency Accomplishments
Agency Needs:
To be the First Choice in social services to provide treatment for families affected by domestic violence, substance abuse, and teen homelessness.
• Operating Funds
• Donated a building for three offices and 2 meeting rooms
• (3) Three drawer lateral filing cabinets
• Donated technical support service for computers, website maintenance, etc.
• Three Board Members
At First Choice Social Services, we work to provide a safe, diverse, and inclusive environment where clients, staff, and volunteers feel valued.
Organization name
First Choice Social Services
Causes
Domestic/Family Violence & Advocacy, Social Services, Youth & Children
Operating Budget
$100,000 - $249,999
Counties Served
Denton, Wise, Tarrant, Rockwall, Kaufman, Johnson, Hunt, Hood, Ellis, Dallas, Collin
BIPOC Serving
Hispanic or Latinx, Black or African American
BIPOC Leadership
Both the Executive Director/CEO and Board Chair
Equity Statement
Equity Statement
Address
Martin Luther King Center 2922 Martin Luther King Blvd. #115