Expanding Food Access—and Building Community—in Southern Dallas
Last month marked an inspiring moment for the communities of Southern Dallas. On Saturday, Oct. 28, our North Texas neighbors came out in force to celebrate th…
Together, We’re Ensuring More North Texans Can Access Health Insurance
Texas has the lowest healthcare enrollment rates in the nation, with 16.6% of all residents not enrolled in healthcare coverage. Research shows a lack of healt…
A Vote for Proposition 2 Supports Quality Childcare in North Texas
As you head to the polls on Tuesday, Nov. 7 or vote early now through Nov. 3, you’ll find 14 proposed constitutional amendments on the ballot, including…
6 Ways the Passage of Proposition 8 Would Benefit North Texas
This year’s general election, held Tuesday, Nov. 7, includes an important proposed amendment—Proposition 8—which would change Texas’ constitution to expand bro…
Your Guide to the Nov. 7 Election
It’s time to cast your ballots! Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 7, and early voting runs through Friday, Nov. 3. At United Way of Metropolitan Dallas, we’re enco…
Skeptical of the Power of Your Vote? Read This.
Election Day, Nov. 7, is fast approaching, and the team here at United Way of Metropolitan Dallas is encouraging every eligible North Texan to cast their ballo…
Our Tocqueville Luncheon & 99th Annual Campaign Kickoff
Wednesday, Sept. 27 marked the start of our 99th Annual Campaign—the final campaign in our first 100 years of service to the North Texas community. We celebrat…
Karen and Tom Falk Receive United Way’s Highest Honor for Volunteer Service
About the J. Erik Jonsson Award The J. Erik Jonsson Award was created by United Way of Metropolitan Dallas’ Board of Directors in 1978 in honor of one of the c…