ROCKWALL, TX (August 4, 2023) Women in Need, a multi-faceted domestic violence resource center, is pleased to welcome Kristen Ostertag as its new Executive Director. Kristen comes to WIN with seven years previous experience where she served as both Director of Legal Advocacy and Finance Manager. During her 7-year tenure Kristen gained a deep understanding […]
Rockwall, TX (August 2, 2023) – Rockwall County Helping Hands takes immense pride in announcing the overwhelming success of its recent Back to School Bash, held last Saturday in collaboration with First Methodist Church “Shoes for Kids” thanks to your support. This event was an exceptional display of compassion, collaboration, and community spirit, with a profound […]
Rockwall, TX (July 17, 2023) – The back-to-school season can bring excitement for young people, but for youth in foster care, starting a new school year can feel scary and uncertain. Children enter foster care not because of any fault of their own, but because their families are in crisis. Once they’re in foster care, […]
Rockwall, TX (June 30, 2023) – Right now, children ages Pre-K to Seniors in High School are preparing to go back to school. For many of them, the cost of school supplies is a burden heavy on their shoulders. Last year, thanks to your contributions, Helping Hands was able to serve 1,100 children. This year, we […]
Rockwall, TX (June 29, 2023) – For 30 years, Rockwall County Helping Hands has been partnering with Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas to provide free legal advice on civil matters for clients. Things such as foreclosure prevention, family law matters, and Medicare/Medicaid benefits, and more are all covered in this partnership. Helping Hands is honored to […]
Rockwall, TX (June 27, 2023) – Registration has opened for Lone Star CASA’s 8th Annual Clays for CASA which will be held at Texas Gun Ranch in Terrell, TX on August 19th. All the proceeds from this event benefit Lone Star CASA to ensure that 100% of children who have experienced abuse and neglect in […]
Rockwall, TX (June 23, 2023) – Last month, an emotional and joyous event occurred placing American heroes with four-legged heroes through the devotion of Rockwall non-profit, Patriot PAWS Service Dogs. Arriving at this Service Dog Team graduation, you become immediately aware that this is a special occasion. Greeted with an upbeat, patriotic atmosphere you can’t […]
Dallas, TX (June 6, 2023) – Whetting appetites for this summer’s DFW Restaurant Week — the Metroplex’s largest annual culinary event — the campaign is proud to announce fundraising results for its milestone 25th anniversary in 2022. The community dined out for a cause last summer, raising $402,547 in donations benefiting charity partners the North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) and Lena […]
Rockwall, TX (June 14, 2023) – Over the past year, Rockwall and Kaufman Counties have seen a significant increase in children entering the child welfare system. These children need a consistent, safe adult to advocate for them. For Karen Wydra, the reason for being a court appointed special advocate, or CASA, is simple: a CASA […]
Rockwall, TX (June 5, 2023) – Americas Guardians Motorcycle Club will host the 8th annual Bikes for Tykes Teddy Bear Ride benefitting Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County. The event takes place on Sunday, September 17th at the Rockwall County Courthouse located at 1111 East Yellow Jacket Lane in Rockwall. Each year the motorcycle club […]