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This Summer, North Texas Children Face a Variety of Challenges, Including Food Insecurity

Home to leading businesses, a steady stream of new residents and seemingly endless prosperity, North Texas was just named the fastest growing region in the U…

Our Collective Impact This Legislative Session

The regular session of the 88th Texas legislature has come to an end, and we are overwhelmed by the level of engagement and enthusiasm we saw from our fellow…

6 Ideas for Preventing Evictions in a Post-COVID World

In the years since COVID-19 hit North Texas, United Way of Metropolitan Dallas has worked with civic, corporate and community partners to provide support to …

Your Guide to Voting in the May 6 Election

Calling all change-seekers: North Texas has an important election coming up on Saturday, May 6 that could have a significant impact on education, income and …

Progress on Our 2023 Legislative Priorities

We’re two-thirds of the way through the 88th Texas Legislature and at a key juncture for our legislative priorities. In a few short weeks, bills will start d…

Go In-Depth on Our Legislative Priorities: Modernize the 211 Referral Helpline

211 is an important community resource that can be particularly useful for our low-income neighbors. However, the service has been underfunded for years. Dur…

Go In-Depth on Our Legislative Priorities: Equity in Public Transportation

Public transportation is vital for Texans to be able to access education, financial stability and healthcare services. The Texas Department of Transportation…

Go In-Depth on Our Legislative Priorities: Payday Loans

Throughout Texas, cities have adopted local ordinances to limit the harmful impact of payday and auto-title loans. During the 2023 Texas legislative session,…

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