$1,921 raised by 23 donors
5% complete
$35,000 Goal
Our Modest Ask, Their Real Struggles
While we do ask for donations only a few times a year to support our community fairs, the truth is, we need recurring support to make a lasting impact. Our ask may be modest, but the struggles faced by those in need are anything but.
Join Us in Breaking Down Barriers
I invite you to consider donating to our North Texas Giving Day fundraiser and becoming a recurring monthly supporter of STORM. Your recurring support isn't just about dollars; it's about providing a lifeline for individuals in transition. It's about offering hope, stability, and a chance at a brighter future.
What Can You Do Next?
Donate: If you haven't already, consider making a donation today, even if it's a modest amount. Your contribution matters.
Spread the Word: Share our cause with your friends and family. Encourage them to join you in supporting this critical goal.
Challenge Others: Challenge your network to support our mission. You'd be surprised how many people are eager to make a difference when they hear about a cause from someone they trust.
Partner with STORM: Your support, no matter how big or small, can create a ripple effect of positive change in the lives of these young individuals. Together, we can break down barriers, build hope, and empower them to achieve their full potential. Contact us: contact@stormcohs.org or sjacobs@stormcohs.org
The reality is that we often lack the funds to cover the cost of providing emergency shelter, but with your support, we can change that. Your generosity can be a beacon of hope for those in need.
Here's the Good News: 100% Support for Our Mission
We want to emphasize something crucial. With STORM, every dollar you contribute goes directly toward our mission. Our "ratio means that 100% of all expended funds directly support our mission of providing essential giving for those we serve. Not a single donated dollar goes toward anyone’s salary."
This means your donation, no matter the size, directly impacts those in need without any administrative deductions.
The Power of Your Support
Your support not only breaks down barriers but also ensures that every dollar goes where it's needed most. STORM's commitment to transparency means your trust is well-placed.
STORM walks alongside and addresses the needs of young people, ages 14-28, who were in or are transitioning from out-of-home placement care (foster, kinship, group, couch surfing) to achieve self-sufficiency, with personalized support, coaching, planning, intentional giving, and access to additional resources.
The initial steps in providing an effective solution which will benefit individuals for a lifetime is first to listen to what they need; evaluate the skills and needs then research and provide the available resources. If we don’t have a program that matches the needs of our youth, we have spent time building relationships, networked connections within the community.
Preventing homelessness and providing transitional planning to youth and adults in or formerly was in out-of-home placement care, ages 14-28 years old is our top priority. Storm Center of Hope & Service, Inc. is committed to building a restored sense of hope, self-empowerment, and self-assurance in our adolescence, focusing on their inner capacity and self-esteem as a supportive partner in society. The key goal of the Storm Center of Hope & Service is to elevate our pillars Set-apart, Together, Overcomers, Resilience and Mindfulness, with an emphasis on the infinite possibilities of their future.
Our mission is to be servant-leaders in our communities. We strive to inspire hope, empower breakthroughs, and alleviate barriers between mental and emotional wellness for vulnerable youth and young adults. By bridging the gap between crisis and stability, we advocate self-sufficiency and well-being.
Our goal is to expand our impact by rolling out critical programs such as life skills training, mentorship opportunities, and intentional giving. We also aim to address urgent needs like emergency and transitional shelter.
What We Do
• Life Skills Program: We are developing a comprehensive program to equip young people with essential life skills for independent living.
• Mentorship Program: Our mentorship program provides guidance and support to help young individuals navigate their transition to self-sufficiency.
• Emergency and Transitional Shelter: We are working to provide immediate and transitional housing for those at risk of homelessness.
• School Supplies and Winter Clothing: We supply school essentials and winter clothing, including hoodies, jackets, and coats, to ensure that our young people are prepared and comfortable.
• Holiday Support: Each year, we host a Christmas party and provide gifts to those in need, spreading joy and warmth during the holiday season.
Areas Where Your Support Can Make a Difference:
• Program Expansion: Help us roll out and enhance our life skills and mentorship programs.
• Emergency Housing: Fund urgent shelter needs for those at risk of homelessness.
• Educational Resources: Provide scholarships and school supplies.
• Mental Health Services: Support access to mental health care.
• Life Skills Workshops: Fund workshops that teach essential life skills.
• Career Development: Create job placement and internship opportunities.
• Community Integration: Organize community events to foster belonging.
• Transportation Assistance: Ensure access to necessary services and opportunities.
In-Kind Donations and Volunteer Opportunities
We also welcome in-kind donations such as hoodies, gift cards, hygiene items, and more. Volunteers are essential to our operations, and we need help with mentorship, tutoring, life skills workshops, and various other roles.
At STORM Center of Hope & Service, we are unwavering in our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We believe that every individual, regardless of their background, identity, or circumstances, deserves the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential. Our dedication to equity is at the heart of our mission, guiding every action, policy, and program.
Our Principles of Equity:
Inclusive Access: We ensure that all our services, programs, and resources are accessible to everyone. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, socioeconomic status, or any other protected characteristic.
Celebrating Diversity: We embrace the rich diversity of those we serve and the communities we work with. We believe that our strength comes from the varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives that shape our organization.
Removing Barriers: We are dedicated to identifying and dismantling systemic barriers that hinder the success of marginalized and underrepresented groups, ensuring equal opportunities for all.
Cultural Competence: We invest in continuous cultural competence training for our volunteers and staff to respect and address the unique cultural contexts and needs of those we serve.
Accountability: We hold ourselves accountable for achieving equitable outcomes and regularly review our practices to address and correct any disparities or inequities.
Collaborative Efforts: We work with community organizations and partners who share our commitment to equity, striving to build a more just and inclusive society together.
Our Call to Action:
We invite everyone in the STORM community—volunteers, participants, donors, and partners—to join us in our commitment to equity. By working together, we can create a world where every person's potential is realized, and equity, justice, and inclusion are central to our collective efforts.
Achieving equity is an ongoing journey, and we are committed to this path, knowing it enriches both our organization and the broader society. Together, we can build a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
Organization name
Storm Center of Hope & Service Inc
Causes
Social Services
Operating Budget
Less than $100,000
Counties Served
Collin, Dallas, Kaufman
BIPOC Serving
Black or African American, Hispanic or Latinx
BIPOC Leadership
Both the Executive Director/CEO and Board Chair
Equity Statement
Equity Statement
Address
10935 ESTATE LN STE495