Wilkinson Center

128 working students and 16 employers engaged in interviews and info sessions at our Hiring Fair made possible by the community grant program. Many job seekers were offered on the spot interviews and some even walked away with job offers! We are so proud of all the professionals who showed up and impressed employers from warehouses, healthcare, and across the job spectrum.

Thank you to Total Wireless and Empower Work for making this engaging and productive event possible!

Order up! Here's your 3 piece chicken finger combo with a refreshing sweet tea and a heaping side of helping families in need at Wilkinson Center. Yep, you heard that right! On September 30th from 4 PM - 8 PM, 15% of your order from Raising Cane's on Gaston Avenue will be donated back to Wilkinson Center. Just be sure to mention Wilkinson Center at the checkout counter or enter the code RCFUND96 when ordering online!

BJ's Wholesale Club is quickly becoming one of the most popular warehouse clubs for all your affordable grocery and home-good needs. As if that wasn't enough reason to become a member, BJ's is celebrating the opening of their Mesquite location by donating a portion of membership fees to Wilkinson Center.

Currently, $5 from every Club Membership and $15 from Club+ Membership will go right back to Wilkinson Center where it will help fund life-changing programs like our adult education services and community food pantry.

Become a member today at: https://bit.ly/3T3wIoS

Melanie Myers dedicated her life to helping others and was a beloved friend of Wilkinson Center. Through Friends of Wilkinson Center, she volunteered at our Food Pantry and Shoe Drive, sponsored GED graduations, hosted fundraisers, and always found a reason to celebrate the accomplishments of our students and volunteers. The Melanie Myers Scholarship carries her legacy forward by supporting exceptional Wilkinson Center students as they pursue their dreams.

This year’s recipient, Dayanara Lopez, earned her Phlebotomy Certification through Wilkinson Center and is now pursuing a Patient Care Technician program at Dallas College with the goal of becoming a registered nurse. Help us honor Melanie’s legacy and invest in students like Dayanara by giving to the Melanie Myers Scholarship Fund. Gifts made through September 17 will also count toward our North Texas Giving Day total.

Donate today at: https://www.northtexasgivingday.org/story/g0ay3g

From sponsorships and volunteer days to a knack for showing up to Wilkinson Center events, our friends at Celanese Corporation are one of our major supporters. Last week, the Celanese Legal Team stopped by our Food Pantry to help restock shelves and sort produce. After all of their hard work, the legal gurus were still plenty photogenic enough for a team photo (we are only slightly jealous).

Thank you to Celanese for always giving their all during volunteer shifts and for being such an excellent partner to Wilkinson Center!

Not sure where to donate during North Texas Giving Day ? Why not take People Newspapers word for it and support Wilkinson Center? We were delighted to be featured as one of the "nonprofits of interest" in People Newspapers "Go all in on Giving Day" segment. "Wilkinson Center aims to give those facing hunger more than a handout, but instead provide a hand up and compassionate support that leads to a pathway to stability," writes the newspaper.

Be sure to make your donation to Wilkinson Center today and remember every dollar up to $10,000 will be doubled by our generous friends at Atmos Energy!

Donate here: https://www.northtexasgivingday.org/organization/Wilkinson-Center

Go All In On Giving Day For more than four decades, People Newspapers has supported nonprofits of interest to our readers with coverage of their work and fundraisers. North Texas Giving Day, presented by our partner Communities Foundation of Texas, arrives on Sept. 17. We asked local nonprofits about their missions, their....

At Wilkinson Center, we serve Dallas families facing challenges ranging from food insecurity and job instability to limited access to education and essential resources.

For Cyntoria, Wilkinson Center helped her achieve her dream of working in healthcare. After graduating from our Phlebotomy Certification program, Cyntoria utilized Wilkinson Center's Employment Coaches to search for jobs. She has truly found her place at DaVita Kidney Care as a Patient Care Technician, sharing, “being in my clinic feels like a home away from home, and the patients are a joy. It feels amazing doing something I have always wanted to do since I was a kid—helping people and making a difference in the medical field.”

During the North Texas Giving Day season, up to $10,000 will be doubled thanks to our matching fund from our partners at Atmos Energy. Your support helps us create success stories like Cyntoria's, providing the hope, stability, and opportunities to build brighter futures.

Make your early gift now at: https://www.northtexasgivingday.org/organization/Wilkinson-Center

Jessica Reyes has been working toward her goal of becoming a Teacher Assistant for over a year. With limited work experience, it was challenging at first, but she stayed determined and committed to improving her skills.

After enrolling in the Teacher Assistant Preparation Course, Jessica gained the confidence and experience she needed to move forward. She also received support in getting her high school diploma from Mexico validated, which helped open the door to new opportunities.

Today, Jessica is working as a substitute teacher with MISD and is continuing to pursue her goal of becoming a full-time TA with GISD. Her journey shows how persistence and dedication can truly pay off!