Giving Back this Holiday Season
As we approach Thanksgiving, where we collectively give thanks, and proceed to the gift-giving time of year, Dallas City Homes would like to offer some ways to give back locally in the Dallas community. This can be a joyous time of year or a really challenging time of year as food prices soar, rents are unstable, and the pressure to provide mounts. Many organizations and programs are available to help manage finances in the face of a giant spending holiday and assist those unable to give gifts this holiday season. Let’s help Dallas celebrate the season by supporting our neighbors and coming together as a community.
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Dallas Public Library
When you think back to your childhood? How do you remember books? Were you read to? Do you remember a certain story that transported you to another place almost completely? Did you go to a library?
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Fall Events in Dallas for Families
DCH has had an exciting start to fall with our North Texas Giving Day and National Night Out and we are galvanized by the support of our community and looking forward to the fall! On that note, we have some great events in Dallas for families coming up to showcase for our community. Many of these are low or no cost and great ways to celebrate the season and cooling temps. (what a relief!) Please get in touch using the links if you would like more information on these events, and leave a comment if you would like an event added!
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National Night Out at Hillburn Hills
October 4th was National Night Out and Dallas City Homes celebrated this event with their community at Hillburn Hills. Never heard of National Night Out? Well, it hasn’t been around that long, but this initiative aligns with so many of the Dallas City Homes values, that we were really excited to jump in and become part of this movement.
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History of the Dallas Farmers Market
With inflation inching up food prices, many people are looking for ways to spend less and get more. One simple way to save money and live healthier is by shopping at a farmers market. Dallas is located proximately to farms and the Dallas Farmers Market offers you access to locally sourced fruit, vegetables, spices, and meats. It also has a rich history of connecting the people to the land and the abundance that Dallas has to offer.
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Five Components of Financial Literacy
The United States Treasury’s Financial Literacy and Education Commission defines financial literacy as “the ability to use knowledge and skills to manage financial resources effectively for a lifetime of financial wellbeing.” Financial Literacy is your key to homeowning and responsibly saving for your future.
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DCH Foundations: The Flats
The Flats are one of the properties that we own and operate and are part of one of the more interesting neighborhoods with a rich history. We wanted to offer more information about this neighborhood and project from a lens of history and shift towards the future of Southern Dallas.
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NTX Giving Day 2022
NTX Giving Day raised 66 million in 2021, and this year will hopefully mobilize more funds for North Texas nonprofits and charitable organizations. Dallas City Homes participates in NTX Giving Day and we continue to raise more funds, year on year, and reach more donors, thanks to this platform. We are excited for NTX 2022 to mobilize our donors and broaden our reach in the Dallas area during this event, and wanted to offer more information on this event and its importance in the national giving arena.
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What is Attainable Housing?
What is attainable housing? How is attainable housing different from affordable housing? Attainable housing and affordable housing are potential solutions to ease the current housing crisis, but are the subject of much debate by policymakers and experts. The key difference is what an individual qualifies for in relation to where they live. It comes as a surprise to many that in the current market they may qualify for attainable housing. Operationally, the development of attainable housing vs affordable housing can help alleviate housing pressure without devaluing neighborhoods with very high-density construction to house only those qualifying for subsidized affordable housing. We explore the differences between affordable and attainable housing and how they shape communities, and the future of Dallas housing.
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DCH Foundations: Hillburn Hills Redevelopment
Dallas City Homes redevelops properties for attainable housing where people really want to start a life, not just live affordably. The Hillburn Hills location was striking from its’ inception as it offered ease of commute for residents, a thriving surrounding community of single family homes, and the potential for community-forward amenities, and access to great schools. Hillburn Hills redevelopment was made possible thanks to a grant and to the dedication of DCH and partners, and stands today as a testament to how affordable and attainable housing increases property values and stability of communities.
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Affordable Housing Myths
Dallas City Homes has been a change agent in Dallas for over 30 years. Revitalizing properties as a non-profit and developer, we consider ourselves as developers of affordable living over affordable housing. The communities resulting from our developments have withstood the strictest scrutiny from officials and neighbors, and are integrated into vibrant Dallas neighborhoods. In this blog we want to debunk some of the 3 most common and damaging myths around affordable housing. We are also sharing commentary and experience from our team on how Dallas City Homes projects have impacted the communities in positive ways, and defied stereotypes.
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DCH Foundations: Fair Park Firsts to New Media Communications Center
Dallas City Homes was honored to attend the ribbon cutting at a new multi media center reopened as Science Place Two. This government access media center is available to nonprofits, students, and interns arranged through various city departments. It is the product of unused fees of cable TV subscribers that were unable to be used for city improvements, only communications. City officials whose hard work culminated in this state of the art and accessible facility hope that it will bridge a gap in communication with the community through the city website, social media content production, and cable access channels. This center is geared towards telling the story of Dallas Neighborhoods and the Dallas story, by and for the residents.
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