Water From The Rock (WFTR) has provided social services in the Arlington, Texas community since November 1999. Water From The Rock started from humble beginnings, operating out of a garage with one staff member. The initial focus of the organization was to help low-and-moderate-income women make a successful transition into the workforce by providing them with clothing for job interviews. WFTR has now evolved into a multi-service organization that assists individuals seventeen (17) years and above, at no cost, to increase their ability to achieve self-sufficiency.
Water From The Rock meets low-and-moderate income individuals and families at their point of need and assists with services and resources that will help them overcome and remove barriers they may have at the moment. We recognize that individuals and families are faced with a variety of challenges, from putting food on the table, paying utilities, to unemployment, resulting in diverse needs that can be addressed only by a variety of critical programs and services. It is our mission to connect the most vulnerable individuals to the training, education, and support services they need to set them on a path to achieving self-sufficiency. The services we provide are:
• English Language Acquisition /ESL Classes
• Pathway to Citizenship Classes
• High School Equivalency/GED Preparation classes
• Clothes for job interviews/work
• Food Pantry
• Clothing and basic needs for those experiencing homelessness
Our Impact Last Year
- 3 Students that met the required classroom hours increased their skill levels 3-4 skill levels.
What Our Clients Are Saying
"Water From The Rock is truly a blessing to me and many others here at Arlington New Beginnings! They provide us with wholesome, nutritious food free every month. I can't say enough wonderful words about the Christian brothers who deliver it to our doors with a smile. Water From The Rock is AWESOME!!! I pray that the Lord continues to bless them because they are truly a blessing to us. If I had to rate them they would definitely get 5 stars from me!!!" - Ms. Char -LY
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McKenna came to Water from the Rock food pantry to get food for her family. McKenna has a husband, Chad, and three children. Their two sons, Ira (2) and Alias (7), and their daughter, Jubilee (10).
McKenna lost her job in October, and her husband works in administration at a doctor's office. They are living off one income and share a car currently. Her kids go to a charter school, so they don’t qualify for free and reduced lunches since they don’t have that program. McKenna said "packing lunches every day is a challenge, so the food I receive from Water from the Rock is very helpful with that.” " I don't have to worry about putting food on the table because of resources like this that definitely help ease the burden.”
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Brandy came to Water from the Rock to get food for herself and her roommates that are helping her out during a difficult time. Brandy was working as a server and housework as her job. However, she broke her femur in two different places and dislocated her knee and was struggling to heal. She first heard about Water From The Rock's food pantry from one of her friends who encouraged her to come for food assistance. Brandy said that the food she receives lasts her a few weeks, and she comes to get food when she needs it most. Brandy said "I just want to get back to how I was. when I used to be able to work three jobs." “I have never had to rely on anything like this before. It is really tough times right now and Water From The Rock is a big help.”
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Marsha had been residing at the Arlington Life Shelter. She finally secured a job to start her journey toward self-sufficiency but needed special footwear for her new position. She was referred to Water From The Rock for assistance and we were able to help her. Marsha expressed her gratitude, saying, "I had been out of work for a year, When I finally found a job, they required steel-toed boots to start. I was referred to Water From The Rock for help. I got the only pair of boots they had, and it felt like they were just for me. Along with the boots, I also received clothing to help me begin my new job. I am thankful to Water From The Rock for their support."
The mission of Water From The Rock is to empower low to moderate income individuals to break the cycle of poverty and illiteracy through an array of services - High School Equivalency/GED preparation, English as a Second Language classes, food assistance, and clothing for job interviews, work and emergencies - aimed at helping them achieve self-sufficiency.
There is a need for financial donations to help us stock our food pantry. We always need tax deductible financial donations to help students pay for the practice High School Equivalency/GED exam and the actual High School Equivalency/GED examination. Tax deductible donations would help us purchase books and supplies for our literacy classes.
We are an equal opportunity organization. Our commitment to equality and inclusion is one of the guiding forces that helps move us forward. We strive to create an inclusive workplace where everyone is empowered to succeed. We embrace the practice of equality and inclusion for all individuals and the community we serve.
Organization name
Water From the Rock
Causes
Social Services
Operating Budget
$100,000 - $249,999
Counties Served
Tarrant
BIPOC Serving
Black or African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic or Latinx, Native American
BIPOC Leadership
Both the Executive Director/CEO and Board Chair
Address
402 N.L.Robinson Drive