As I reflect back on my one year with CitySquare, I am proud that I accomplished much of what I set out to do here. I wanted to create a community and culture that embodied our founder’s original values. A culture that amplified our neighbors, and their stories and voices, while honoring the hard work and compassion of our teams. We’ve done this. Even while we transition, our staff remain dedicated and vigilant. They care so much about our work, and they have committed to transitioning our programs with dignity and grace. They trust me, our Board and leadership team, and the decisions we are making. I also wanted to ensure that I did what I could to strengthen the existing continuum around poverty alleviation and homelessness, and that resources were being leveraged in order to maximize impact. We are doing this through our partnership with The Stewpot. Even though it was a difficult and painful decision to close, in this transition, we are stepping aside to allow a stronger, more financially stable partner to not only continue the work on our campus, but to also magnify it. Through The Stewpot’s many services, as well as its partner-centered approach, I believe that our neighbors will receive even more of the wraparound support they need. When the Board hired me last August, they shared how important CitySquare was to the community and the people it served. I am encouraged that even though CitySquare’s name won’t be on the building next year, its legacy will be felt for years to come. The work we’re doing to step aside is truly “righting the ship” in an unexpected and humbling way. My time with CitySquare is coming to an end in December, yet I am grateful for the many friends I’ve made – the tears and joy that we’ve shared over these many months. My heart is at once both sad and hopeful for what may come next for me in my journey. My two boys, ages 15 and 11, remind me every day of God’s faithfulness. He won’t let you down, they say. Look at what He’s done through you, for our neighbors. Wisdom often comes in the most startling places. I can see God’s glory shining brightly through this transition. Warmly, Annam Manthiram CEO, CitySquare
CitySquare
Non-profit Organization Management
Dallas, Texas 6,504 followers
Fighting the causes and effects of poverty through service, advocacy and friendship.
About us
CitySquare fights the causes and effects of poverty through service, advocacy and friendship. We are focused on providing food, health and housing resources for neighbors in Dallas, Texas.
- Website
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http://www.CitySquare.org
External link for CitySquare
- Industry
- Non-profit Organization Management
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Dallas, Texas
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1988
- Specialties
- Hunger, Health, Housing, Hope, and Training
Locations
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Primary
1610 S Malcolm X Blvd
Dallas, Texas 75226, US
Employees at CitySquare
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Randy Mayeux
First Friday Book Synopsis | Leadership Training Informed by Best Business Books (& books on social justice) | Accomplished Speaker | Speech Training…
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Sonia White
Director Nurture Knowledge & Nutrition at CitySquare
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Frank Richardson, AIA, LEED AP
Architect
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Jill Vigil
SQL Developer
Updates
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Read about additional transitions of programs and staff to highly qualified partner organizations during the month of July; including our experienced Homeless Outreach Team, the case management of residents at The Cottages at Hickory Crossing, and the accepted offer to buy the Opportunity Center. https://lnkd.in/gWJjehMP #CitySquare #DallasTX #community #transitionannouncement #monthlynews #partnerorganizations
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We are pleased to announce that our Board of Directors have voted to accept an offer from The Stewpot to purchase the Opportunity Center. The Stewpot has partnered with CitySquare for decades in serving homeless and hungry neighbors, and will continue to run the Neighbor Resource Center and Food Pantry from the Opportunity Center's central location at 1610 S Malcolm X Blvd. Click below to read the full announcement, as well as statements from The Stewpot's Executive Director, Brenda Ewing Snitzer and Dr. Froswa' Booker, a member of our transition team. https://lnkd.in/gWJjehMP #CitySquare #DallasTX #TheStewpot #opportunitycenter #partners #neighbors #homeless #foodpantry
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Since our initial announcement in May, we have been working to transition our services to other partner organizations. Read about our progress so far, including our Child Nutrition Program, AmeriCorps operations and Destination Home program. https://lnkd.in/gWJjehMP
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We love when our volunteer groups post videos of their experience at our food pantry. Check out this one from Birch Construction!
Beats By Birch ▶ 🎵 Purpose in action: At Birch, we don't just build structures - we build stronger communities. Yesterday, we teamed with our friends at th+a | Kirksey to support CitySquare's food pantry which serves as a critical resource for more than 100 people each day. Twenty-five architects, interior designers and construction leaders joined together to stock shelves, deliver groceries and assist customers as they shop for food. "Serving our neighbors in Dallas is so important," said Tyler Berns, Birch Partner. "For more than 30 years, CitySquare has operated as a lifeline for people who struggle with hunger, health, housing and hope - but they need everyone's support right now. We are so thankful to work through their incredible team to help people, help people in our community." To learn more about CitySquare's food pantry, visit: https://lnkd.in/gzJbPhrm Kirksey Architecture CitySquare #dallas #community #purpose #purposedriven #help #giveback #teamwork #engagement #volunteer #nonprofit #support #texas #helppeople #makeadifference #helpingothers #serve #service
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Last month, we celebrated the news from Housing Forward that the All Neighbors Alliance has had on decreasing the number of homeless in Dallas. We want to share the proven approach that CitySquare and other partner organizations have developed to address the systematic, and also personal, issue of homelessness. Phase 1 is conducted by our Street Outreach team. They are on the ground, establishing trust with those who live on the street. They build relationships, determine the challenges and needs of each individual and work on getting them to say yes to assistance and starting the process to be housed. Phase 2 is conducted by our Housing Navigators. They help neighbors get an ID (sometimes lost during periods of homelessness, and necessary to qualify for housing), find an apartment, secure a lease and secure a voucher from HUD. Phase 3 is conducted by our Case Management team. They are the key to improving long-term outcomes (6+ months in a home). Often, the shame of homelessness leads to the breakdown of key friend and family relationships. Case Managers encourage reconnection to a social network, which can be crucial to combatting loneliness. They also help secure regular medical and mental health services, as needed.
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Recently, we shared the difficult news that between now and December, with a thoughtful, neighbor-centered plan, CitySquare will transition our vital programming to partner organizations. In the process we will support employees seeking new jobs. After we’ve transitioned the programs, the organization—the 501(c)3—will wind down. If you missed the full announcement, click here. https://lnkd.in/gWJjehMP The outpouring of support from the neighbors we work with and our community has been overwhelming. It speaks volumes about the Dallas community, and how we truly do lift each other up in our most difficult and most joyous times. Our neighbors still need you. Many of you have asked how you can help: • Give of your time… we still need volunteers to help us serve our neighbors effectively. We need 125 volunteers each week. Click here to learn more and sign up! https://lnkd.in/gteQD4v • Give of your treasure… we still need funds to help us transition our neighbors and programs to other community providers. Click here to make a gift today! https://lnkd.in/grC6iv2c #CitySquare #DallasTX #community #volunteersneeded #helpneeded #giveoftime #giveoftreasure #donatetoday
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"All of our services onsite are still open," says CEO Annam Manthiram. "We still need volunteers and donations to run during this time of transition (until December 1st)." https://lnkd.in/gxwtiA54
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"Our hope is that whoever comes onto the campus and takes on the building will (continue to) run the food pantry and resource center," says CEO Annam Manthiram. https://lnkd.in/g3J2xra9
Dallas nonprofit CitySquare will close in December amid financial difficulties
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