Central Dallas Ministries
Mission:
Central Dallas Ministries offers an aggressive alternative to
charity. CDM believes that handouts prolong people's problems.
At CDM, causes of poverty are identified individually and solutions are
forged. People don't remain stagnant in their ineffective habits but
learn new skills to become more effective in life. Many of those who
use CDM services get back on their feet and back to work.
A generous amount of giving back is the norm at Central Dallas
Ministries. Most volunteers are residents of the neighborhood.
Many first come to CDM in need of help and return as volunteers to help
others.
Central Dallas Ministries opens its door to those in poverty. Most of
our neighbors want to work, but are hindered by deficient education and
feelings of hopelessness. They have inadequate housing, no
transportation, and marginal childcare. Many are suffering from the
consequences of long term unemployment or underemployment.
At Central Dallas Ministries, we address these issues and more. We
provide a place of support and encouragement for our neighhbors and their
families. We reach out to our community with the goal of better
education, stronger homes, churches, schools, and economic
infrastructure.
Programs and Services:
- Central Dallas Food Pantry
- Food assistance
- Resource Center
- Cyber Spot neighborhood technology center
- Computer classes (Microsoft Office, basic computer literacy)
- Technology training
- LAW Center/Legal Clinic
- low cost legal assistance by appointment
- Medical/Dental Clinic
- Well woman exams
- Cancer screening
- Lab and x-ray referrals
- Complete physicals
- Wound care
- Preventive health evaluations
- Dental exams and treatment
- Class D Pharmacy, prescription assistance
- Children's Education
- After school programs in East and South Dallas
- Summer programs/camps in East and South Dallas
Volunteer Opportunities:
Weekdays:
- Coach Computer Literacy students in the Cyber Spot neighborhood technology center, flexible hours
- Assist neighbors in Food Pantry (10-2, M-Th)
- Assist children ages 3-12 in the University of Values summer program
- Assist with patient information in medical clinics (weekdays and some evenings)
- Coach or mentor a student in one of our communities
- Coach or mentor a person who has completed job-readiness training
- Assist with administrative work and/or fundraising endeavors at the central location
Saturday Mornings:
- Assist neighbors in the Food Pantry (9:30-12:30)
- Coach and assist Smartforce scholarship participants (Cyber Spot)
Specialized Opportunities:
- Lawyers can volunteer their time at Legal Action Works
- Physicians, dentists, nurses and other health professionals can help at Community Health Services' weekly and nightly clinics
- Bilingual volunteers are encouraged to help with translation at Legal Action Works or Community Health Services
- Groups or individuals may volunteer for special projects, such as neighborhood maintenance, book drives, or fundraising events
Support Needs:
Household goods:
- New window unit air conditioners
- Box fans
- Appliances in working order
- Gently used furniture
Personal Care Items:
- Soap
- Toothpaste
- Toothbrushes
- Feminine hygiene products
- Panty hose for women in job search
- Disposable diapers and baby wipes
- Baby food
School supplies:
- Children's books, especially those featuring various ethnic groups
- Classic Colored Markers (washable)
- Chalk, all colors
- Tempra Paint, primary colors
- Stickers, any kind
- Children's Fiskar Scissors
- Poster board - white, in bulk
- Butcher paper, white
- Construction paper, all colors
Contact Information
- Food Pantry
- 214-395-6144 x12
- Community Health Services
- 214-823-8766
- Legal Action Works Center
- 214-827-1000 x10
- Cyber Spot
- 214-823-4409
- Children's Programs
- 214-426-3404
- Employment Circle
- 214-394-5677
- Fundraising Events
- 214-823-8710 x26
Central Dallas Ministries
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