Mercy Street

Mercy Street: Transforming Lives in West and South Dallas

Mercy Street exists to cultivate mutually transforming relationships with inner-city youth through Christian mentorship. 

For 23 years, Mercy Street has served children and families in West and South Dallas through Christ-centered relationships, enriching programs, and meaningful opportunities to grow. Our programs are fueled by a volunteer base of over 900 caring, committed volunteers from across the Dallas-Forth Worth metroplex. Our work has enabled youth to improve their educational outcomes by providing long-term mentors and coaches to them in their formative years, from ages 4-18. 

Over the past year, we served a record-breaking 5,610 children through Sports, Mentoring, Leadership, After School, and Summer Camp programs. Children gained trusted mentors, strengthened their academic and leadership skills, explored new interests, developed confidence, and encountered the hope of the gospel.

Your North Texas Giving Day gift helps Mercy Street continue providing safe spaces, caring relationships, and high-quality programs that equip children to grow in faith, confidence, and purpose. Together, we can help more children discover their God-given potential and build a strong foundation for the future.

Learn more about our mission, vision, impact and programs at mercystreetdallas.org.

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Mercy Street Sports

Our sports leagues provide a positive outlet for youth in West and South Dallas during their critical out-of-school time, as well as offer the accessibility and benefits of sports to those who would not otherwise have access to organized sports. Our sports leagues foster character development, strategy, teamwork, resilience, grit, determination, a competitive spirit, and accountability. Mercy Street currently serves nearly 5,000 young athletes each year through soccer, baseball, flag-football, basketball, and newly added volleyball, cheer, golf, and softball camps and clinics. 

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Mercy Street Mentoring

This year, Mercy Street’s Mentoring Program served 359 students through one-on-one mentoring matches, in-school mentoring, out-of-school engagement, and weekly Bible studies. Caring Christian adults build consistent relationships with students, offering guidance, encouragement, prayer, and a trusted presence as they navigate school, relationships, faith, and important life decisions. Mentors also participate in quarterly activities designed to strengthen connections through shared experiences. 

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Mercy Street Leadership

Through the Mercy Street Leadership Institute, dozens of high school students each year are provided paid internship opportunities focused on preparing them for life after graduation. Each summer, students are equipped with workforce development training, theology classes, college and career readiness training, job shadowing, mental health training, financial literacy classes, business exposure trips, college and university tours, and invaluable paid work experience.

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Mercy Street Dream Center

The Mercy Street Dream Center opened in July 2025 and is equipped with: a computer lab, music and podcasting recording studio, photography and videography studio, and much more! Mercy Street will add offerings for high school students outside of school in a safe and supportive environment. The Dream Center cultivate an environment of learning leaders who are equipped to transform their communities through Science, Technology, and The Arts. 

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After School Program

Mercy Street’s After-School Program provides a safe, supportive environment where elementary students can continue learning and growing beyond the school day. Children receive academic support, participate in engaging enrichment activities, and build meaningful relationships with caring staff. Through consistent encouragement and Christ-centered guidance, students strengthen their confidence, develop new skills, and discover their God-given potential.

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Summer Camp

Mercy Street’s free Summer Camp gives children an enriching place to learn, explore, and grow while school is out. In summer 2026, more than 100 children participated in academic preparation, biblical teaching, and hands-on activities such as archery, culinary arts, swimming, and water-safety instruction. Each experience helps children prepare for the next school year while building confidence, forming friendships, and encountering the hope of the gospel.

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Childrens' Needs + Your Generosity = Huge Impact

Every contribution, regardless of size, plays a crucial role in our mission. Whether you're enabling a child to experience the joy and discipline of sports, fostering a life-changing mentorship, or equipping a future leader with essential skills, your gift is an investment in the potential of our youth and the future of our community. Join us in making a lasting difference – your generosity today shapes brighter tomorrows.