Interfaith Housing Coalition
  
5612 Ross Ave.
Dallas, Texas 75206
214.827.7220
www.interfaithhousingcoalition.org
Director: Sherri Ansley, 214.827.7220 x116, sansley@ihcdallas.org
Volunteer Coordinator: Lindsay Flowers, 214.827.7220x103, lflowers@ihcdallas.org
Mission
Though several emergency shelters exist in Dallas County, Interfaith Housing Coalition aims for a more intensive and permanent solution to homelessness. IHC’s purpose is not merely to mitigate circumstances, but to empower people to change their lives.
Services
IHC provide furnished apartments, a structured employment program, and training in employment readiness/retention, budgeting and life skills. Their children's program offers after-school care, tutoring, a full-day summer program, and evening classes while parents attend training sessions. In addition, on-site psychological and pastoral counseling is available for both adults and children.
Volunteer Opportunities
| Employment Co-Partner Mentors (job search, interviews skills, etiquette, dress, etc.) |
Financial Literacy Co-Partner Mentors (budgeting, monitoring saving goals) |
| Host Families (prepare apartments, leave meal in fridge, note of welcome) |
Children's Program (promote communication and development) |
In-Kind Donation Needs
| Bibles |
School Supplies |
| Professional Clothing for Women (size 12+) |
Ironing Boards and Irons |
| Gift Cards (Target, Wal-Mart, Ross, Payless) |
Silverware Sets |
| Can Openers (not electric) |
Coffee pots |
| Bath towel sets |
Water/Juice glasses |
| 58qt Plastic Storage bins |
Brooms |
| Mops |
Dust Pans |
| Gently Used Furniture |
Teen Gift Items (games, jewelry, colognes, art supplies) |
| Non-Logo Tote Bags |
Large Purses and Briefcases (with no logo) |
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