Summary
Organization name
Oak Lawn United Methodist Church
other names
Dallas Responds & Gracia Viva
Causes
Housing, Shelter & Homelessness, Immigrants & Refugees, Religion/Spiritual Focus
Address
3014 OAK LAWN AVEDallas, TX 75219
Oak Lawn United Methodist Church
A nonprofit organization
$6,825 raised by 46 donors
68% complete
$10,000 Goal
Oak Lawn United Methodist Church: Join Us in Transforming Lives and Building Hope
Oak Lawn United Methodist Church (OLUMC) is committed to creating a transformative, inclusive Christian community in the heart of Dallas. We open our doors to individuals from all walks of life, with a focus on justice and full inclusion, especially for marginalized groups. Through our outreach program, Dallas Responds Unsheltered Neighbor Ministry and the Migrant Welcome Center, we provide essentials such as meals, clothing, shelter, and support to asylum seekers and unsheltered neighbors.
We invite you to join us in making a difference for our community and the world. Your contribution helps continue our mission to spread love, compassion, and hope. With your support, we can inspire lasting change.
Learn more about us at www.olumc.org.
Mission
Oak Lawn United Methodist Church is a diverse, inclusive, and transformative Christian community dedicated to spreading love, justice, and hope. We welcome all people, regardless of background, and are committed to serving our neighbors through compassionate outreach, advocacy, and support, especially for the marginalized and vulnerable. Together, we strive to reflect Christ’s love in our church, our neighborhood, and the world.
Needs
Here are the current donation needs for Oak Lawn United Methodist Church (OLUMC):
Financial Contributions:
General operating funds to support the church’s ministries and outreach programs.
Staff salaries, including pastors, outreach coordinators, and facilities staff.
Building maintenance and repairs for our historic facility.
Utilities (electricity, water, internet) to support high community engagement.
Outreach Program Support:
Meals for the Unsheltered Neighbor Ministry and Migrant Welcome Center.
Clothing and hygiene products for the Clothing Closet and unsheltered neighbors.
Inclement weather shelter supplies (sleeping mats, blankets, warm clothing).
Transportation assistance for migrants and unsheltered individuals (maintaining church vans, purchasing transit passes).
Food and Pantry Donations:
Non-perishable food items for the Food Pantry.
Snack packs and bottled water for unsheltered neighbors.
Supplies for Migrants and Asylum Seekers:
Travel assistance, including bus tickets and transportation costs.
Medical aid and personal hygiene products.
Emergency clothing, backpacks, and essential items for transitional housing.
Technology and Infrastructure:
Internet access upgrades for the Migrant Welcome Center (supporting over 100 users weekly).
Office and building supplies for church programs (printing materials, paper, cleaning products).
Volunteer Time and Expertise:
Volunteering to serve meals, sort donations, provide transportation, or assist with events.
Professional services such as legal guidance for asylum seekers, healthcare, and mental health support.
Your donations directly impact those most in need and help OLUMC continue to be a place of refuge, care, and hope for all.
Equity Statement
At Oak Lawn United Methodist Church (OLUMC), we are committed to advancing equity, justice, and full inclusion in every aspect of our mission. As a Reconciling Congregation, we strive to create a community where all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, economic status, or background, feel welcomed, valued, and empowered.
We recognize that systemic barriers disproportionately impact marginalized groups, particularly the unsheltered and asylum seekers we serve. Our outreach programs are designed to address these inequities by providing essential resources, support, and opportunities for those most in need. We believe that equity is not just a principle but a practice, one that requires ongoing reflection, advocacy, and action.
By fostering a culture of inclusivity and compassion, we aim to create pathways for all individuals to thrive and contribute to the well-being of our community. Your partnership in this mission allows us to continue building a just and equitable world, where every person has the opportunity to flourish. Together, we can be a force for positive, transformative change.
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Dallas, TX 75219