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Research shows that growing up in lower poverty neighborhoods improves children’s academic achievement, long-term chances of success and reduces intergenerational poverty. We are proud that DHA is one of only seven public housing agencies across the country awarded with a grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to help increase access to high opportunity neighborhoods for our Housing Choice Voucher families with children. This week we are launching Children First North Texas, a program designed to provide family support and address strategies to increase landlord participation. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eJMAWrWY

We are thankful for our incredible partners, dedicated teammates, and resilient residents who inspire us every day. From all of us at DHA, we wish you and your loved ones happy holidays! 🎄 ✨

We are thrilled to launch the Children First North Texas Mobility Program. This innovative initiative empowers Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) families with children to move into high-opportunity neighborhoods where children can thrive and succeed. By partnering with us, landlords in high-opportunity areas can access exclusive benefits, including: ✔️ Signing bonuses ✔️ Rent guarantees (up to 3 months) ✔️ Vacancy loss payments ✔️ Risk mitigation funds   Together, we can open doors to brighter futures. Join us! https://lnkd.in/eJMAWrWY

Recent reports indicate that the Texas housing market is oversupplied, with Dallas experiencing a 39% surplus. However, we need to keep in mind that this surplus does not include affordable housing. We need to know all sides of a story to truly understand what is going on with the market. The Child Poverty Action Lab (CPAL) published a Rental Housing Needs Assessment which sheds light on our affordable housing shortage. The report shows that Dallas still faces a shortage of 33,660 affordable rental units for lower income households making 50% of the Area Median Income (AMI) or lower with a growing shortage predicted through 2030. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gzyiGzrK Partner with us: https://lnkd.in/gtmhkeyy

Tomorrow is Giving Tuesday! Join us in empowering futures by supporting the Opportunity Rising Foundation. Opportunity Rising is an education focused nonprofit, which helps DHA program participants pursue their educational goals as a path out of poverty. empowering individuals from low-income households to pursue better career opportunities and enhance their quality of life. Your generosity helps DHA program participants reach their educational dreams and build brighter tomorrows. Donate today and make a difference! https://lnkd.in/gHXn3Qx8 #GivingTuesday #OpportunityRising

As we reflect on this season of gratitude, we are truly thankful for our residents, community of supporters, and teammates. Your unwavering commitment to DHA’s mission allows us to continue serving those in need, making a meaningful impact every day. Thank you for being an essential part of our work. We look forward to continuing our efforts to provide housing solutions for all alongside each of you. Wishing you and your loved ones a wonderful and safe Thanksgiving!

Giving Tuesday is December 3. Your support can make a life-changing impact. By donating to Opportunity Rising, you’re helping students who are part of DHA programs take one step closer to achieving their educational goals. Every dollar brings a student closer to their future through scholarships, mentorship, and essential life skill development. With your generosity, we can open doors to opportunities and inspire new levels of success. Join us in making a difference and inspiring the next generation of scholars. No donation is too small. You can donate to support our education foundation online here: https://lnkd.in/gHXn3Qx8

DHA’s Lone Star office-based teammates are moving! Effective November 21, 2024, DHA’s Lone Star offices at 2575 Lone Star Dr, Dallas, TX 75212 will be closed. All DHA departments will now be located in the main headquarters at 3939 N. Hampton Road, Dallas, TX 75212 to better serve our residents, voucher families, and landlord partners. To accommodate the move and provide our teammates with some time to get settled into their new space, the HCV department will be closed to the public from November 18 - 22, 2024. HCV clients and landlords will be seen by appointment only. We look forward to serving you from N. Hampton Road!

To all those who serve our country, we thank you. DHA is proud to be part of the HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) program, providing housing options for more than 800 Veterans in the DFW region. Today and every day, we honor all those who have served.

Congratulations to the Housing Choice Voucher Program, on this milestone anniversary and the positive impact it has had on countless lives! DHA understands that a home is more than just a place to live, it's the foundation of one's well-being. Strong communities and quality housing are a source of hope and opportunity. This is why we strive to create housing solutions in healthy, inclusive communities that offer economic, educational and social growth opportunities. In fact, DHA has one of the largest voucher programs in the country, both in number of vouchers and in our geographical area served, with over 16,000 HCV families supported across seven counties in North Texas. Housing choice matters. Just see the data HUD shared about the impact this program has had over the last 50 years. Our team at DHA is proud to be part of the administration of this important effort to help ensure affordable homes for all Americans.