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In 1999, a group of parents in Northeast Tarrant County were looking for opportunities for their children with intellectual disabilities as they graduated from high school and approached adulthood.
Despite not having any experience in developing and managing a nonprofit organization, this small but courageous group of parents founded North Texas Special Needs Assistance Partners (SNAP), a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization serving individuals 17 and older living with intellectual disabilities.
Fast forward 25+ years, North Texas SNAP serves around 141 intellectually disabled adults throughout North Texas. Our membership ranges in intellectual and developmental disabilities and is comprised of the intellectually disabled member, their families, business professionals and community members.
NTX SNAP offers monthly programs for all of its members. These programs include: Ambassadors Club, Jobs & Li Lfe Skills Club, Book Clubs, Girls Night Out, and Men's Club.
Girls Night Out
Men's Club
Jobs & Life Skills Club
We also provide monthly social events and special outings. Movie Madness & Supper Club are part of our monthly offerings. In addition, we have 3 parties a year including Spring Dance, Halloween & Christmas plus our annual Boots & Bling Gala!
Fort Worth Zoo
Christmas Party
Boots & Bling Gala
This year we are also offering some additional classes including Navigating Life, music, cooking, technology, fitness, and dance. All are offered as a way to meet the needs and interests of our members.
Technology
Music with Sonya
Cooking
Your donation to North Texas SNAP will go toward funding all of our programs and social opportunities. We offer all of these programs and gatherings at no cost or a very reduced price for our members. Since we do not receive government funding, NTX SNAP relies solely on your donations. Thank you for investing in our members. They are worth it!
Learn more about NTX SNAP by checking out our website. ntxsnap.org
"North Texas SNAP's mission is to create and support a variety of programs assisting individuals 17 and older living with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving and sustaining full lives."
North Texas SNAP does not receive government funding. Your donation helps to cover the monthly expenses incurred for the programs and social events we offer to our members.
In addition to financial support, we need volunteers to help with our programs offered each month. Tuesday Evenings (6:30-8:30pm) - Job & Life Skills Club, Ambassadors Club, & Girl's Night Out. Men's Club is on the 4th Friday of each month from 6:30-8:30pm.
We also welcome volunteers to help with social events. Our annual parties (Halloween, Christmas & Spring Dance) utilzie volunteers for set up, leading games, and serving food.
We provide opportunities for all members to experience success regardless of their ability. A welcoming environment to all is modeled & promoted at our monthly programs and social events. Every member is valued and respected.
Organization name
North Texas Special Needs Assistance Partners
Causes
Intellectual, Developmental, and Physical Differences
Operating Budget
$100,000 - $249,999
Counties Served
Dallas, Denton, Tarrant
Address
1000 Church Street