"United Way's mission is improving lives in our communities and we know through the work of United Way's local partner agencies, these hurricane victims' lives and their situations will be improved while they are here with us in North Texas.”
Hurricane Katrina Information Center
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A Word From Our President & CEO Gary Godsey
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"United Way's mission is improving lives in our communities and we know through the work of United Way's local partner agencies, these hurricane victims' lives and their situations will be improved while they are here with us in North Texas.” |
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With 25 years of personal experience, Mr. Godsey indicates the top five tips to know before giving to a charity:
Give to charities you know and trust. Experience is the best teacher.
Never give your social security or credit card number to someone soliciting you over the telephone.
Ask for a copy of the charity's 990. This contains all financial information. Charities are required by law to give you a copy upon request. If they refuse, don't do business with them.
Ask tough questions. If they can't answer or won't answer to your satisfaction, move on.
Beware of organizations or individuals soliciting on behalf of a single person. Giving to a recognized charity for the benefit of all is the best course of action.
United Way encourages all North Texans to support partner agencies during this time of crisis. In response to Hurricane Katrina, this section of our site will be updated with the latest needs, services and volunteer opportunities available at our partner agencies.
View a list of ways that you can help agencies
View a list of services provided by agencies
If you do not know where to turn, turn to us.
Assistance Center of Collin County
Administrative Numbers(972) 422-1850 Denton County Helping Hands
Information and Referral HelpLine(940) 566-2688 Rockwall County Helping Hands
Information and Referral(972) 771-4357
United Way of Metropolitan Dallas is one of the supporters of 2-1-1, a free three-digit number that individuals in the area can call to access local health and human services.
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Local Area Information and Updates
United Way of Metropolitan Dallas strives to keep you informed with the latest information available as it relates to what is happening in our communities. This section provides evacuee updates as well as emergency contact information.
Read about Hurricane Katrina relief efforts within our communities
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Hurricane Katrina Media Center
United Way of Metropolitan Dallas has given a total of $100,000 emergency funding to American Red Cross and The Salvation Army to help provide relief to the hundreds of individuals, families and children who evacuated their homes and are now in the Dallas area without food, medical supplies or clothing.
Broadcast news coverage of United Way
Radio Public Service Announcements generously sponsored by Susquehanna Radio Corporation - September 19-October 3, 2005
WB33News at Nine - Friday, September 9, 2005
United Way speaks as the local voice of philanthropy warning North Texans about charitable giving scams.
Texas Cable News - Thursday, September 8, 2005
Morning newscast coverage of United Way Partner Agency meeting
News8 Daybreak 5 a.m. - Thursday, September 8, 2005
Morning newscast coverage of United Way Partner Agency meeting
News8 Daybreak 6 a.m. - Thursday, September 8, 2005
Morning newscast coverage of United Way Partner Agency meeting
Good Morning Texas - Thursday, September 8, 2005
Morning newscast coverage of United Way Partner Agency meeting
NBC5 - Thursday, September 8, 2005
NBC5 5pm newscast coverage of Agency Partner meeting
FOX 4 GoodDay - Thursday, September 8, 2005
Interview with UWMD Presdient & CEO Gary Godsey with Katrina Survivors from New Orleans
Press Releases and Media Advisories
Transcripts & Interviews
If you require additional information or would like to interview one of our staff members, please contact United Way of Metropolitan Dallas Communications Director Brian Waddle at (214) 978-0027 or bwaddle@unitedwaydallas.org
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