The Stewpot

Join us for a Stewpot Social & Art Gallery at Texas Counter Fitters! Date: December 5, 2024 Time: 5-7 PM Location: Texas Counter Fitters, 909 N Bowser Rd, Richardson, TX Have you supported The Stewpot this year? Have you volunteered your time at our Second Chance Cafe or on our campus? Have you made a donation? Have you heard of The Stewpot? Regardless, you're invited! Come see some of the world class art painted by artists who at one time lived on the streets. There will be live music from Jonathan Permetti, food provided by Texas Counter Fitters, raffle tickets for our annual event, and plenty of people to mingle with. We'd love to get to know you. Valet parking is available. Just make sure you RSVP to save your spot at https://lnkd.in/g499VHSb See you there! #StewpotSocial #EndHomelessness #DallasArt #DallasNonprofit

Join us on tomorrow, November 1, 2024, at 11 AM for an All Saints Day - Service of Remembrance in the First Presbyterian Church of Dallas sanctuary at 1835 Young Street, Dallas, TX 75201. Together, we will honor the lives of our unhoused neighbors and friends who have lost their lives this past year, reading their names aloud and honoring the moment with the ringing of bell. Let us come together as a community to reflect, remember, and advocate for those in need. Lunch will be provided right after.

Thank you H-E-B for surprising us and supporting The Stewpot’s effort to help those at risk and experiencing homelessness! If you’d like to support The Stewpot and sponsor our big Soup’s On event in January 2025 there’s still time. Did we mention we’ll include your logo in print materials and on our social media channels? Just visit https://lnkd.in/gr5m6Yq6 and make a big difference in the lives of Dallas neighbors. #SoupsOn2025 #ServingSecondChances #EndHomelessness

"Last night 2025 Soup’s On! Co-Chairs Isabell and Trey Higgnbotham and Buddy Jordan along with The Stewpot Executive Director Brenda Snitzer and The Stewpot Alliance President Bea Njuguma revealed plans for The Stewpot’s upcoming 50th anniversary year." "The celebratory year will officially kick off at Soup’s On! on Monday, January 27, at the Thompson Hotel with two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist/author Nicholas Kristof. Over the years, Nicholas has traveled to more than 150 countries giving a voice to the voiceless, inspiring people to drive change, take on challenges and make a difference." Read Jeanne Prejean's full report in MySweetCharity at https://lnkd.in/dj-NuVuP

A New Way Home indeed! Journalists Christopher Connelly and Yfat Yssifor from KERA North Texas heard about Dallas’ new coordinated strategy focused on moving people from homeless encampments into long-term housing and decided to tag along to report on the process. You might just see some familiar Stewpot staff faces in the first installment of the 4-part series released on October 2nd. See the video and read the article at https://lnkd.in/gV24K4Nm. This video series documents the Dallas homeless encampment closure process, the trust built between neighbors and city partners, and neighbors moving into new homes with plans for continued support.

Today, the All Neighbors Coalition, led by Housing Forward, announced the successful completion of the first phase of the Street to Home initiative, which launched with an operation to rehouse over 100 individuals experiencing chronic homelessness in downtown Dallas in less than 100 days. This milestone represents a significant step toward achieving the Coalition’s goal to cut street homelessness in half by 2026 as compared to 2021 levels. The Street to Home initiative, a collaboration among public and private partners, focuses on rehousing those experiencing homelessness in highly visible public spaces. The first phase targeted three downtown zones, and was led by Housing Forward, the City of Dallas, and Downtown Dallas, Inc. (DDI). “This new way of doing business demonstrates that we can both address community concerns about public spaces and compassionately end an individual’s homelessness.” said Sarah Kahn, President & CEO of Housing Forward. “This initiative is another milestone in our efforts to reduce street homelessness in Dallas and Collin counties by 50% by 2026.” Read the press release here: https://lnkd.in/gEN6EVvC

Exciting Opportunity to Make an Impact! We're thrilled to invite you to the Chi Omega Christmas Market at Dallas Market Hall this weekend, proceeds benefiting The Stewpot. Christmas just came a little early. Join us for a day of shopping, delicious food, and networking with fellow community members. Every purchase helps make a difference! 📅 Date: September 26-28 📍 Location: Dallas Market Hall For more details, visit: https://lnkd.in/gywQhPNu #ChiOmegaMarket #CommunityEngagement #TheStewpot

Why do we do what we do at The Stewpot? Because every person matters—the ones without homes, those living in poverty, and those on street corners. Since 1975, we’ve been #ServingSecondChances, adapting to meet the needs of our Dallas neighbors. What began as a soup kitchen in the basement of First Presbyterian Church has evolved into a comprehensive hub of support services for those in need. This has been an energy-filled #NorthTexasGivingDay and we truly appreciate your support! If you'd like to support our mission, there's still time: https://lnkd.in/gRBiY4Bh.

Tonight, we’re premiering a special episode of Late Night with Rob featuring our Executive Director, Brenda Snitzer. She has an important message for all our incredible supporters! Thank you for your passion and dedication to helping our unhoused neighbors and at-risk population in Dallas. Your contributions make a real difference in providing the support they need. If you'd like to support our efforts to help those unhoused and at risk in Dallas visit https://lnkd.in/gRBiY4Bh. Let’s keep the momentum going! #NorthTexasGivingDay #TheStewpot

Did you know that 1) Dallas declared that it has effectively ENDED Veteran Homelessness, and 2) Dallas is bucking the trend and actually DECREASING unsheltered homelessness? NTX Giving Day continues with Reporter Stewpot Rob on the scene at Dallas City Hall where he caught up with Michelle Secours, Director of Housing and Homeless Services at The Stewpot to talk about the details. A huge heartfelt thank you to all of our supporters, volunteers, donors, and partners helping us pivot to meet the needs of the most vulnerable in Dallas. #ServingSecondChances #StewpotDallas #NorthTexasGivingDay