Volunteers of America-Texas

We’re grateful to receive $295,000 from the Texas Veterans Commission to support our Houston area veterans! TVC presented $7.6 million in grants to 31 Gulf Coast organizations that serve #TexasVeterans. ??: TVC Commission Secretary Kevin Barber and VOA Texas Emplyment Coach, Migueluis.

It's North Texas Giving Day! Support VOA Texas and provide support to people like Narkeithia who received vital assistance after losing her son and experiencing a financial hardship due to a natural disaster. "The support from VOA Texas was a blessing," she says. "It came at exactly the right time when I needed it most." Your donation can help empower others facing hard times. Give today:https://bit.ly/3TuLMbV/ ??

On #NationalVoterRegistrationDay, make sure you are ready to vote ahead of the election this November. Check the deadline for your state and register today: https://lnkd.in/g6P6zpd

NEWS: VOA Texas is featured in Houston Landing! We joined families & advocates urging state lawmakers to raise caregiver pay for individuals with intellectual & developmental disabilities from $10.60/hr to match the $17.71/hr at state facilities. Quality care starts with fair wages! Learn more > https://bit.ly/3Znre8Y/ #VOATexas #Advocacy #IDD

VOA Texas was recently featured on KTRK TV, highlighting the urgent need to raise pay for caregivers of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). At a press conference with the Time to Care Coalition, advocates called for increasing the minimum reimbursement for private caregivers from $10.60/hour to match state facility pay of about $17.60/hour. With over 33% vacancy rates and many facilities closing, it's crucial that our state legislators take action to ensure Texans with IDD receive the care they need. Check out the full coverage by KTRK TV for more details! ?? https://abc13.co/3XG81OJ/ #VOATexas #TimeToCare #Advocacy

NEWS: We’re excited to share that VOA Texas' all-women executive team is featured in the Local Profile Women in Business issue! Highlighted in the Women in Philanthropy section, these incredible leaders are dedicated to empowering communities and transforming lives across Texas. Check out the issue and join us in celebrating their leadership and impact! ?????? #WomenInBusiness #WomenInPhilanthropy #VOATexas

NEWS: We’re honored to be featured on the KPRC list of nonprofits Houstonians can support year-round! ?? Your generosity provides vital services across Texas, including affordable housing, re-entry programs, treatment services, and support for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. ?? Together, we’re making a difference for our most vulnerable neighbors. Let’s keep the momentum going! You can join us in transforming lives by donating, volunteering, or spreading the word. Learn more at > https://bit.ly/3XHY976

Terry Pritchett of the Florence Foundation explains how she learned about VOA Texas and what compelled her family foundation to give back to our cause. You can make your #NorthTexasGivingDay2024 gift early now until September 18! Give here > https://lnkd.in/gz2-GKdj

On International Overdose Awareness Day, we remember those impacted by substance use disorders, acknowledging the grief of their loved ones, and renewing our commitment to helping those experiencing behavioral and mental health struggles. #healthycommunities4all Learn about our life-saving work: https://bit.ly/3LS7VNg

?? Announcing Our 2025 Women in Play Honorees! ?? We are thrilled to celebrate three extraordinary women who have made significant contributions in family, business, and philanthropy: ?? Colleen Frost – From Rochester, NY to Texas, Colleen has built one of the top real estate brokerage firms in Collin County. Her dedication and unorthodox approach have made her a consistent multi-million-dollar producer! ?? Danette Anthony Reed – Leading with over 48 years of experience, Danette is the International President & CEO of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated?. She’s made history as the first African American woman Plant Director for Frito-Lay and continues to inspire through her commitment to service. ?? Marsha Clark – An executive coach and consultant, Marsha founded her own company in 2000 and has since empowered women worldwide with her 12-month program, The Power of Self. Her impact in leadership development is profound and far-reaching. Join us on February 4, 2025, at the Women in Play Dinner to celebrate these remarkable women! Secure your tickets today ?? https://lnkd.in/g2v4ERqV. #WomenInPlay #WomenEmpowerment #VOATexas