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1. Leadership & Communications |
Community Resources Welcoming Hub: Free or Reduced-Cost Services-
Dallas’ Community Resources Welcoming Hub is a FREE online service for residents to access and find information, organizations, programs and services. The dashboard is divided into food, housing, goods, transit, health, money, care, education, work and legal. Residents can filter by zip code and topic to find the help they need. All services are low cost or free. Click HERE to access the Community Resource Hub.
Welcoming Community Resource List-
The City of Dallas, Office of Equity & Inclusion is sharing important information with residents. Click BILINGUAL FLYERS for more information.
Free Emergency Alerts Sign Up-
The City of Dallas Office of Emergency Management & Crisis Response offers a FREE Emergency Alerts service for residents. To sign up see BILINGUAL FLYER and for more information click HERE.
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2. Safe, Healthy & Connected Communities |
Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month- May 1 to 31
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month with a vibrant collection of programs that honor the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of AAPI communities. From engaging crafts and performances to hands-on workshops, film screenings, and storytimes, there's something for all ages to explore and enjoy. Click HERE for more information.
Dallas Live in the Park- 6:00 to 8:00pm, Monthly on 3rd Thursday
This is a FREE music series bringing communities together with Arts in Our Parks. See FLYER for more information.
Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony: Bachman Lake Skatepark- 10:00am Saturday May 17
Join Dallas City Council Member Omar Narvaez District 6 for a community celebration of the new Bachman Lake Skatepark- a park designed for skateboards scooters, rollerblades, BMX bikes, and more. See FLYER for more information.
Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month- 8:30am – 5:00pm Sunday May 18
Join us for a family-friendly celebration of Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Enjoy live performances, hands-on workshops, art, food, vendors, and the exciting Dragon Boat race - watch or paddle along! Click HERE for more information and see FLYER.
Kindness in Motion: Dance- 12:30 to 3:00pm Saturday May 17
Attend this FREE dance workshop, community and coffee event with Orizon and BeKinder Coffee. See FLYER for more information.
Stronger Together Bash- 11:00am to 1:00pm Saturday May 17
The Stronger Together Bash is back and as strong as ever! And of course it’s 100% FREE! There is so much to do, eat, drink, and see including community and city resources to help make Lake Highlands living better. Several City of Dallas departments will be on hand, as well as city leaders such as Kathy Stewart (D10 councilperson) and DPD’s new chief Comeaux. Click HERE for more information.
Future Leader Academy- Registration Dates May 20 & 22
This program is a FREE full-day summer camp in Vickery Meadow for 7th to 12th graders. Summer camp dates are June 16 to July 25. See FLYER for more information. Click HERE to register.
Jason Bonham’s Led Zepplin Evening- May 21
When Jason Bonham was a small child and got called in to entertain, the family friends he played his drums for could be anyone from Jimmy Page to some of the guys from the group Bad Company. That's what happens when your father is drummer John Bonham, one of the original members of the legendary rock band Led Zeppelin. Click HERE for more information.
MusicLounge: Swan Strings- 8:00pm Friday May 23
Swan Strings is a 501c3 nonprofit organization providing free music education, community concerts and sound therapy services to North Texas individuals without access. Click HERE for more information.
Samara Joy- 6:30pm Wednesday May 28
Samara Joy McLendon is an American jazz singer. She released her self-titled debut album in 2021 and was subsequently named Best New Artist by JazzTimes. Her second album, Linger Awhile, reached number one on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart. Click HERE for more information.
Family Fun Resource Day- 5:00 to 7:00pm Thursday May 29
The City of Dallas Office of Community Police Oversight invites you to Family Fun Resource Day—an event designed to bring families together in a lively, welcoming space while connecting with valuable community resources. Enjoy an evening of fun, learning, and engagement, where parents can explore local vendor booths, children can take part in exciting activities like face painting, games, and crafts, and everyone can enjoy complimentary drinks and snacks! See BILINGUAL FLYER for more information.
Beckles Dance Company Celebrates 30- 7:00pm May 30 & 31
Performances by former and current company dancers, guest choreographers, and esteemed artists from across the country. Click HERE for more information.
Summertime Chamber Concert Music- 7:00pm Saturday May 31
The NTSO concludes the 21st season with a special Chamber Concert at the Latino Cultural Center, featuring the NTSO Strings and other orchestral ensembles. Click HERE for more information.
De-Stress Acupuncture Meditation Workshop- 6:00pm Monthly on 3rd Wednesday
Join a transformative series led by Dr. Victor Manuel of meditative acupuncture sessions inspired by tools developed by Dr. Mutulu Shakur in the 1970s. Originally designed to support stress relief, addiction, and anxiety in the Bronx, these techniques foster deep relaxation, healing, and mental clarity. For more information see FLYER.
Summer Palooza Dallas: Summer Camp for ages 5 to 12
Dallas Park and Recreation will be offering 9 weeks of recreation center summer camp beginning on Monday, June 2, 2025, and ending on Friday, August 1, 2025. Camps will run Monday - Friday from 7:30am to 5:30pm each day. Click HERE for more information and see FLYER.
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3. Equitable Access |
Records Sealing & Expunction Legal Clinic- 9:00am Wednesday May 21
The Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program and partners are offering this FREE legal intake clinic for individuals in need of obtaining an expunction or non-disclosure of their criminal record. See FLYER for more information.
Community Day Mega Giveaway Event- 1:00 to 5:00pm Sunday May 25
The Better Walker Waites Foundation is hosting this exciting evet. They’re distributing a variety of essentials, including baby formula, diapers, hygiene products, delicious snacks, food, eyewear, and so much more. See FLYER for more information.
Virtual ESL Classes for Parents- June 2 to 18
This class is designed for parents who want to learn English for the first time. If you have students who are emergent bilinguals in Dallas ISD, this class is for you. See BILINGUAL FLYER for more information.
Mobile Food Pantry- 1:00 to 3:00pm, 3rd Wednesday of Every Month
The Mobile Community Pantry truck is headed your way with fresh fruit, vegetables, and other food items at no cost to you. For more information see BILINGUAL FLYERS.
Mobile Food Pantry: Volunteer Opportunity- 3rd Wednesday of Every Month
The Mobile Food Pantry needs volunteers to help with assembling food items into packages, distributing food packages, directing traffic, and more. Click HERE for more information.
Wilkinson Center Food Pantry-
The Wilkinson Center Food Pantry is FREE to residents living in zip-codes 75217, 75227, & 75228. For more information click HERE.
Dallas College Drive-Thru & Community Pantry
Thanks to Dallas College and North Texas Food Bank, community members can access free food on campus during “Drive-Thru Pantry” and “Community Pantry” days. There is no need to register for either event. Click HERE for more information.
211 Texas-
211 Texas/United Way HELPLINE provides free and confidential information and referral services to those in need 365 days a year, 24 hours a day. For more information click HERE and see BILINGUAL FLYERS or dial 211 on your phone.
Dallas College Student Care Network- Four Offices, One Purpose
The Student Care Network is made up of four departments at Dallas College: Student Care Coordination , Basic Needs and Community Connections , Counseling and Psychological Services , and Health Services . These offices and work closely together as a team to support the whole student. Click HERE for more information.
Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP)-
Dallas County Health and Human Services, through the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program, plays a pivotal role in supporting low-income residents by enhancing energy efficiency and providing essential utility assistance. Click HERE for more information.
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4. Civic Engagement |
Keep Dallas Beautiful: Love Your Block- 9:00 to 11:00am Saturday May 17
Love Your Block is a cleanup campaign that invites individuals and organizations to show some love to their communities in Dallas by taking steps to remove blight. Whether it's mowing a yard, picking up litter, or planting flowers, there's no limit to how to love your block. Click HERE for more information.
The Struggle for Dignity and Human Rights in the Dallas Asian American Community- 7:00 to 9:00pm Thursday May 22
This event is hosted by Human Rights Dallas and the Dallas Asian American Historical Society. Major Thai will be one of the featured panelists, sharing his personal story. We encourage you to attend and share the information with others. For more information and to RSVP click HERE.
City of Dallas Community Resources-
For the City’s bilingual community resources click HERE.
Know Your Rights Information-
Vickery Meadow Youth Development Foundation (VMYDF) is committed to empowering the Vickery Meadow community with knowledge and resources. We’ve compiled materials from our Know Your Rights workshops into an easily accessible folder, available to the public. These resources cover important legal rights, advocacy tools, and practical guidance to help individuals and families navigate key issues. Access the folder HERE.
Immigrant Legal Protection Resource Guide-
This resource is intended to support organizations, legal service providers, and allied partners working to protect and defend immigrant communities. Click HERE for the resources.
Know Your Rights: Immigration Rights in Dallas-
The City of Dallas Office of Community Police Oversight is an all-civilian department that reviews and investigates complaints impartially. It aims to enhance transparency and build trust between the Dallas Police Department and the community. This guide is designed to provide a clear understanding of your rights and essential steps to protect yourself when encountering immigration enforcement. Click HERE for the bilingual document.
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5. Education & Economic Opportunity |
37th Annual Conference of the Professions- 8:00am to 12:00pm Friday May 23
As artificial intelligence continues to evolve and permeate various professional fields, it is imperative to understand its ethical landscape. This year’s conference will bring together law, medicine, and clergy professionals to explore AI’s evolving role in professional practice and discuss if and how AI should be integrated into the professions. We will examine how AI can both enhance and challenge professional practices, delving into the ethical implications that arise as this developing technology integrates into law, healthcare, and religious communities. We aim to guide professionals in navigating the complexities of AI while maintaining their ethical responsibility to society. Click HERE for more information.
Summer Reading Kickoff Party- 6:00 to 9:00pm Saturday May 31
Get ready to turn up the volume and dive into summer fun at the Dallas Public Library’s Summer Reading Kickoff Concert & Party! We’re celebrating the start of SMART Summer with an epic bash featuring amazing local bands, creative vendors, chill drinks, and all the good vibes you need to start your summer off right. This event is for 18+. Click HERE for more information.
Grants & Calls-
The City of Dallas Office of Arts & Culture welcomes artists and arts organizations to participate in the following competitive opportunities such as grants and calls for entries. Click HERE for more information.,
Connected Futures: Laptop & Hotspot Lending Program-
The Connected Futures Program offers eligible Dallas residents the opportunity to borrow a laptop and hotspot for six months, providing the tools needed to enhance digital skills, apply for jobs, access online resources, and stay connected- all with personalized support throughout the program. See BILINGUAL FLYERS for more information.
DISD New Student Registration-
All new immigrants, grades K- 12, who have never attended school in the United States, will be registered, oriented, and assessed at the Margaret and Gilbert Herrera International Welcome Center. Click HERE for more information.
Wilkinson Center Career Programs-
Wilkinson Center’s mission is to transform the lives of Dallas families by providing pathways to self-sufficiency with dignity and respect. They fulfill that mission by helping families face critical life challenges, including food insecurity, lack of education, economic instability, unemployment, and underemployment. Wilkinson Center is offering several programs to empower residents and transform lives. They are as follows: 1) Achieve Your Dreams, 2) High School Equivalency (GED), 3) Employment or Career Technical Training, 4) Teacher Assistant, 5) Phlebotomy Technician, and 6) Forklift & Inventory Logistics All information is in English & Spanish.
Dallas College Work Ready-
For the program preview see FLYER.
Dallas Police Department Careers-
On behalf of the men and women of the Dallas Police Department, thank you for your interest in becoming a member of this exceptional organization! The Dallas Police Department provides police services to more than 1.3 million residents in a city occupying 385 square miles, and we are dedicated to recruiting, hiring, and training a highly skilled and qualified organization that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. Our department offers a wide range of assignments and more opportunities for advancement and professional development than other agencies. Click HERE for more information and recruiting schedule.
Dallas Fire-Rescue Careers-
Become the greatness you’ve always dreamt to be. We strive to provide the citizens of Dallas the most effective and rapid emergency, fire, rescue and prevention services. Click HERE for more information.
DART Careers-
We continually seek talented individuals to fill roles in all levels and areas, from Operations to Administration. Explore great careers that let you make a difference to our riders and the North Texas community. Click HERE for more information.
Dallas Love Field Careers-
Employment is available through the City of Dallas, airport concessions or a number of other tenants. Click HERE for more information.
DFW Airport Careers-
DFW Airport is an employment hub for the North Texas community. The Airport supports the employment of over 228,000 people and more than 2,000 are directly employed by the Airport’s Board. From recruiting talented individuals to fueling their personal and professional growth, DFW is committed to investing in its employees and their families. Click HERE for more information.
Dallas Water Utility Careers-
Interested in working for the City of Dallas Water Utilities? Click HERE for the listing of open positions.
City of Dallas Careers-
The City of Dallas is one of the largest employers in the DFW Metroplex. We offer growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in our community. A competitive salary, five-year vested pension plan, great benefits package that includes health, vision and dental insurance, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, qualifying childcare assistance, paid time off and more. Join our diverse workforce and help us in providing excellent service to the residents of Dallas while building a rewarding career. Click HERE for more information.
Dallas County Careers-
Dallas County employment division provides recruitment, screening, selection, and placement services to County Offices/Departments. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, ready to apply your expertise to the next challenge, or a new member of the workforce researching career options, we invite you to explore our job opportunities. Click HERE for more information.
Vickery Meadow Youth Development Foundation is Hiring-
VMYDF is growing, and we’re looking for passionate change makers to join us! If you’re dedicated to supporting youth, building community, and making a lasting impact, we have THREE exciting opportunities for you:
College Success Coordinator (Full-time) – Help students navigate their path to higher education and career success.
Summer Assistant Director (Temporary) – Lead and support impactful programming that equips young people with essential skills.
Summer AmeriCorps Intern (Temporary) – Gain hands-on experience in youth development, mentorship, and community engagement.
Whether you're a seasoned professional or an aspiring leader looking to make a difference, we want to hear from you!
Competitive benefits & meaningful work
Hands-on experience in youth development
A chance to change lives while growing your career
Apply today and be part of something bigger! Learn more & submit your application on our website at: www.vmydf.com/careers or www.vmydf.com/summerinternship
Tent’s Mentorship Program for Refugees
The Tent Partnership for Refugees, a network of over 400 major companies committed to connecting refugees to work worldwide, runs a professional mentorship program for refugees in the U.S. where refugee mentees are individually paired with a mentor from a major company (e.g. Hilton, Pfizer, PayPal) with a similar professional background. The goal of Tent’s mentorship program is to help mentees better navigate the U.S. job market and advance in their careers. There is no fee to join this mentorship program, and all forcibly displaced migrants in the U.S. are eligible to participate, including asylum seekers, asylees, humanitarian parolees, refugees, TPS holders, and victims of human trafficking. Refugees who speak English or Spanish are eligible to participate.
For organizations interested in referring their refugee clients to Tent’s refugee mentorship programs, please email us at mentorship@tent.org. NGOs who email us will receive email templates, draft social media posts, and flyers (available in English and Spanish) that would make it easy for them to share information about the mentorship programs with their refugee clients. These resources contain a link to a brief registration form that refugees need to complete to sign up, and Tent uses this information to match them with a mentor based on similar professional interests.
For organizations looking to connect their refugee clients to work opportunities, Tent would also be happy to co-host any hiring events with local organizations. We’ve successfully co-hosted dozens of refugee hiring events across the country in partnership with city governments and local NGOs. While local organizations take the lead on planning the event and inviting refugee candidates, we can invite our 200+ Tent U.S. members to participate and lead an information session on best practices for recruiting refugee talent for participating recruiters. Please connect with jacqueline@tent.org and yaron@tent.org if your organization would like to explore co-hosting a hiring event with Tent.
Upwardly Global-
Upwardly Global is reaching out with some good news during this challenging time. We're pleased to share that we've recently updated and expanded our eligibility criteria making it possible to serve even more work-authorized newcomers to rebuild and restart their professional careers in the U.S. This new update means that a broader range of immigrants and refugees can now access our free, personalized career coaching and comprehensive job readiness training.
Here are the key eligibility changes:
- We will now serve people who have lived in the U.S. up to 10 years (adjusted from 7 years)
- Applicants may be based anywhere in the U.S. – no limitations on states served
- Newcomers who have held prior U.S. work experience will also be eligible
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We have expanded the range of eligible visa categories, please see here the full list of eligible visas
Upwardly Global is committed to continue serving newcomers with:
- One-on-one career coaching tailored to each job seeker’s unique needs
- Job-readiness training, including resume building and interview preparation
- Access to networking events with top U.S. employers and industry-specific career services
- Access to top-rated certifications & upskilling programs
We believe these new expanded criteria, open more doors to serve newcomers during this challenging time for newcomer communities. If you have any questions or need further details on the updated criteria please email: abelm@upwardlyglobal.org. You can also visit our website for the latest on these and any other future updates. Also, see FLYER.
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