TARRANT COUNTY, TX
American Rescue Plan Act
See How ARPA Funds are being spent
| Six Stones | ||
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Six Stones, a local nonprofit serving Hurst, Euless, Bedford, and Grapevine, celebrated the groundbreaking of its Home for Hope on June 28, 2023. The new 25,000 square foot facility, funded in part by an ARPA grant, will serve low-income residents with a food pantry, clothing closet, computer lab, & space for case management & support services. |
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| Black Heart Association |
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With the assistance of ARPA funding, Black Heart Association is bringing heart health screenings to Tarrant County residents. From April to June 2023, Black Heart Association staff attended 16 events and provided 189 heart health screenings. Of the clients screened, 72 percent had an abnormal screening result and approximately 14 percent required follow-up care. |
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| Meals on Wheels |
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Meals on Wheels, Inc. of Tarrant County hosted a groundbreaking on June 15th for its facilities expansion project. The $9.8 million project will include expanded kitchen, dry storage, and freezer space to support 1.7 million meals served each year |
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| Hughes House | ||
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With ARPA funding of more than $2.3 million, Fort Worth Housing Solutions broke ground on its Hughes House development on June 15th. The mixed-use project will include 13 ARPA-funded units of permanent supportive housing in Fort Worth’s Stop Six neighborhood. |
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| Child Care Associates | ||
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With ARPA funding, Child Care Associates (CCA) is expanding access to high quality childcare in Tarrant County’s highest need areas. By enrolling 19 childcare providers (supporting 589 children and employing 93 staff members) into its Prime Early Learning Pilot Program, CCA is helping providers with sustainability, professional development, and recruitment and retention of staff members. | |
| Lena Pop |
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Lena Pope is using ARPA funds to support its Cares Substance Abuse program. From July 1, 2022-June 30, 2023, the program held 373 outpatient sessions to support youth who have substance use issues or are at risk for substance use issues. 98 percent of clients who completed group or individual treatment have maintained sobriety.
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| Cancer Care Services | ||
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The [ARPA] funding we have received has ensured that individuals are making it to their treatment appointments,” wrote Tracey Willingham, vice president of client programs at Cancer Care Services. “We have saved numerous clients with emergency funds ensuring they have a home to return to after chemotherapy and radiation.” | |
| AIDS Outreach Center | ||
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AOC is using ARPA funding to support its Seasoned Survivors Senior Center, a drop-in community center for older adults living with HIV. The center provides case management, transportation assistance, mental health counseling, and social activities. “What I love about the club is it brings me peace and happiness,” wrote one client. “I love going every day. I would be lost without it.” | |
| United Way Community Doula Program |
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ARPA funds are supporting a new initiative by the United Way of Tarrant County to build a community-based doula program in the 76104-zip code. The program plans to increase maternal care during pregnancy, childbirth, and through the postpartum period and to decrease maternal mortality rates. | |
| Sixty & Better |
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Sixty & Better is using ARPA funding in support of older adults to remain healthy, active, and engaged in their communities. In an effort to keep seniors involved and reduce social isolation, Sixty & Better hosted a Senior Prom, field trip to the National Cowgirl Museum, and Art on the Go program. | |
| EMPATHY HQ |
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EmpathyHQ (formerly Alliance Child & Family Services) uses ARPA funding to provide underserved youth and their families with individual and group therapy through the Alliance Afterschool program. With the help of clinical staff, 94 percent of clients showed an improved ability to name and understand feelings and 88 percent of clients showed an improved ability to name and understand coping skills. | |
| Catholic Charities |
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Thanks to ARPA funds, Catholic Charities Fort Worth (CCFW) was able to add 15 new vehicles, including nine wheelchair accessible vans, to its Transportation Services fleet. CCFW’s Transportation Services is the third largest provider of transportation in Tarrant County. In 2022, Catholic Charities provided more than 59,800 rides for employment, medical appointments, education, public benefits offices, quality of life trips, and more. | |