The Samaritan Inn

We're excited to share that The Samaritan Inn has been selected to participate in the Credit Union of Texas Charitable Foundation Community Impact Challenge!

This is a fun and easy way to support our mission while entering for a chance to win an incredible vehicle.

Purchase your raffle ticket and select The Samaritan Inn during checkout. Every ticket purchased on our behalf counts toward our Community Impact Challenge total. The top three nonprofits with the highest verified ticket sales will receive unrestricted funding to support their missions!

Every ticket makes a difference. Purchase yours today: https://go.rallyup.com/cutxcfrafflesummer2026/Campaign/Details

📚 There's still time to make an impact this month! We're inviting our community to invest in the future of our residents through Education at the Inn.

From GED preparation and financial literacy to career readiness and personalized coaching, our education programs equip adults with the knowledge and confidence they need to build lasting independence. Every gift helps provide the tools, resources, and guidance that empower our residents to achieve their goals.

📖 $50 provides essential class supplies for one resident.
💼 $100 sponsors one resident's participation in all seven of our career and financial education courses.
🎓 $250 purchases 10 Kaplan GED Test Prep books.
📊 $650 funds 200 professional employment assessments.
🤝 $1,000 supports more than 40 hours of one-on-one career and education counseling with a certified advisor.

Give today and help open the door to new opportunities: https://saminn.org/education-at-the-inn/

Meet Joel Austin, Senior Vice President & Chief Digital Officer at Oncor and a dedicated member of The Samaritan Inn Board of Directors. 💙

As a McKinney resident, Joel was inspired to serve his community by joining a board where he could make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. He believes The Samaritan Inn's mission goes far beyond providing a helping hand. It's about walking alongside individuals and families as they rebuild their lives with dignity, purpose, and hope.

We're grateful for Joel's commitment to our mission and passion for creating lasting change in our community.

Community partners make our mission possible. 💙

A huge thank you to Master Halco and the team at their Dallas location for once again choosing The Samaritan Inn as a beneficiary of the Master Halco Gives Back program!

Through this continued partnership, Master Halco is helping provide more than shelter. Their generosity supports the programs, resources and guidance that help individuals and families experiencing homelessness work toward stability, independence and a brighter future.

We’re incredibly grateful to Master Halco, Ace Fence and all of the partners who continue to invest in our mission and the neighbors we serve. Thank you for giving back and making a meaningful difference in our community!

🐾 Every pet deserves comfort, care, and a chance to thrive, and you can help make that possible.

At Cooper's Corner, volunteers do so much more than care for animals. They provide companionship, enrichment, organization, and love to pets whose families are working hard to rebuild their lives.

Whether you have a few hours each month or are looking for a meaningful way to give back, there's a place for you on our team. And as Cooper's Corner continues to grow, even more opportunities to serve will be available.

Current volunteer opportunities include:
🐶 Kennel Care
🦴 Pet Enrichment & Socialization
📦 Donation & Supply Organization
📸 Pet Photography & Storytelling
🎨 Creative Projects

We're also preparing for exciting new roles in our expanded pet kennel, including dog and cat care teams, pet washroom support, and pet handling volunteers.

To learn more or schedule a tour, contact Emma Monks at 972-542-5302 x208 or [email protected].

We're honored to be one of 62 nonprofits selected as a 2026 Working Texans Economic Opportunity Grant partner by Texas Mutual Insurance Company.

This investment will help us continue reducing barriers that limit economic opportunity for working Texans, empowering individuals and families with the resources and support they need to build greater stability and brighter futures.

We're grateful to Texas Mutual for partnering with organizations across the state to strengthen communities and create lasting impact.

Learn more about the Working Texans initiative at http://www.texasmutual.com/working-texans

Samaritan Inn Paddles for a Purpose Tournament
Come out and play in our 2nd annual Paddles for a Purpose Tournament, August 29th. All proceeds go directly to support the families at the Samaritan Inn, here in McKinney. What better way to donate, than to play pickleball. Here is the link to sign up. https://swishtournaments.com/.../paddles-for-a-purpose.../
Here is a link to learn more about the Samaritan Inn. https://saminn.org/

🐾 Registration is now open!

The Samaritan Inn is proud to partner with RedRover and Greater Good Charities to host Housing People & Pets in Crisis, a free, one-day workshop exploring how communities can better support people and their pets during times of crisis.

This workshop will explore the powerful human-animal bond and provide practical strategies for creating and sustaining housing programs that keep people and pets together. It's an excellent opportunity for housing advocates, animal welfare professionals, social service providers, veterinarians, law enforcement, and anyone passionate about serving their community.

Together, we can help remove barriers to housing and ensure families don't have to choose between safety and their beloved pets.

🎟️ Registration is open! We hope you'll join us for this impactful day of learning and collaboration. 🐶🐱💙

https://form.jotform.com/redroverorg/plano

📚 Education changes lives. Your support makes it possible.

At The Samaritan Inn, education is about more than earning a diploma or finding a job. It's about helping individuals build the skills and confidence needed to create lasting stability for themselves and their families.

This month, your gift can help provide life-changing educational opportunities. Every lesson learned, every resume built, and every goal achieved brings our residents one step closer to long-term independence.

Join us in investing in brighter futures this August. 💙

Give today: https://wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E360553&id=8

🏓 Grab your paddles and join us for a great cause!

Registration is open for Paddles for a Purpose on Saturday, 8/29 at The Courts of McKinney! Gather your coworkers, friends, or family and sign up for a day of fun while making a meaningful impact for neighbors experiencing homelessness.

There's still time to get involved as a sponsor, too! Sponsorship opportunities are limited. Secure your spot now to showcase your business while supporting the life-changing work of The Samaritan Inn.

Every team registered and every sponsorship helps provide shelter, meals, resources, and hope for unhoused families in North Texas. We can't wait to see you on the courts!

Secure your sponsorship and help us serve up hope one paddle at a time! https://saminn.org/paddles-for-a-purpose-pickleball-tournament/