How to Donate to Homes for Veterans in Dallas, Texas

Dallas has several charitable programs for veterans.

Dallas, Texas has several charitable programs dedicated to helping those who served in the U.S. military. These charities accept donations of clothing, money, food and in-kind-services. Donating your time or resources to these organizations helps to ensure those who served the country receive the care, clothing, shelter and food they need to live with dignity. Your donations are also tax deductible, making it a win-win situation for everyone.

Instructions

1. Contact the Urban League of Greater Dallas at 4315 S. Lancaster Road, Dallas, Texas 75216, phone [phone]. Tell them what you have to donate and make arrangements to drop off; if you donate large furniture, ask if they pick up. If you wish to donate your time, ask to be placed on a volunteer roster; you will need to undergo training.

2. Call the Veteran's Association Comprehensive Homeless Shelter at [phone]. Ask what they need (e.g., coats and food) and make arrangements to drop off at one of the shelters throughout the city. If you require a tax receipt, inform the agent and make arrangements to receive the receipt at the time of drop-off.

3. Drop off goods or donate your time to the Domiciliary Care for Homeless Veterans Dallas VA Medical Center at 4500 S. Lancaster Rd. #181, Dallas, TX 75216, phone [phone]. This program distributes clothing, meals and resources to the Dallas veteran community, particularly those who are homeless.

4. Bring goods or donate your time to the Veterans Industries and Transitional Residence Sam Rayburn Memorial Veterans Center at 1201 E. 9th St., Bonham, TX 75418 (a suburb of the Dallas metro), phone [phone].

5. Make arrangements to drop off goods or your time at the Fort Worth Outreach and Housing Program, 1518 E. Lancaster, Fort Worth, TX 76102, phone [phone].

Tips & Warnings

• Donating your time to help make meals or just talk with the veterans is as valuable as giving money or goods.

References

• US Department of Veterans Affairs: VA North Texas Health Care System
• Hope for Homeless Veterans
• Urban League Of Greater Dallas and North Central Texas