The PHPC Foundation holds funds with restricted uses that are awarded to support the causes and organizations defined by donors in their giving directives. The Foundation also holds funds with unrestricted uses that are awarded to support PHPC, its missions, and broader community outreach.
Following is a list of grants and disbursements by the Foundation for the most recent grant cycle, ending June 30, 2024.
Founded in 1988, CitySquare seeks to fight the causes and effects of poverty through service, advocacy, and friendship. CitySquare serves over 27,000 individuals through three core focus areas and goals including (1) Homeless and Housing solutions; (2) Food Access; and (3) Health Equity.
Grant $12,350 to purchase a new merchandiser freezer for the food pantry and repair the fire containment system (sprinkler system pipe, insulation, and heating coil) which recently burst during a storm.
Founded in 2006 to strengthen the network of mental health resources for children, teens, and young adults; promote better mental health; and help prevent suicide.
Grant $10,000 to expand mental health programming and resources to the Hispanic population.
The Gwealay Water Council (GWC) is a civic organization founded in 2019 that seeks to manage and maintain a clean and safe water system in the town of Gwealay, Liberia. Gwealay is the hometown of PHPC member Albert Zuo.
Grant $17,000 to complete Phase 4 of the project which includes (1) the transfer of purified water to the town center ($2,000); (2) a separate raw water system installation ($9,000); (3)training of 4 persons in plumbing and solar electricity skills to maintain the system ($2,000); and (4)acquisition of a pure water sachet sealing machine to raise money for continued sustainability of the system ($4,000).
Founded by a group of Presbyterian families over 80 years ago, Camp Gilmont is a safe, sacred space used for spiritual growth and development. The property is used for camps, retreats, and conferences.
Grant $10,000 to build a new road to the Chapel in the Sky replacing the previous road which has experienced repeated wash outs resulting in flooding below and which has become treacherous to hikers using this sacred space.
Seeks to create a pipeline of services from Early Childhood to College Readiness, utilizing partners in the community to create and support its programs. Its mission is to make Vickery Meadow a great neighborhood community that helps its children reach their full potential.
Grant $25,000 to fund 50% of the EAGLE Scholars Garden development. The Garden will be adjacent to the newly completed Success Center building. Plans for The Garden were developed through a collaboration between EAGLE Scholars and SWA Group landscape architects.
Formerly known as the YWCA of Dallas, it has been a catalyst for change for 116 years. Its mission is to empower women, combat poverty, and impact generations by providing free and essential services to those in need, guiding them through significant life transitions, and developing financial resilience.
Grant $25,000 to support the Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) program funding gap not covered by the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS). NFP’s goal is to ensure that children born into poverty receive a positive start by pairing first-time mothers with dedicated registered nurses who conduct over 60 in-home visits from pregnancy until the child reaches age 2.
