Due to the overwhelming KINDNESS of our community, we have received an abundance of Worthy Bags and will not be accepting donation drop-offs at this time.
Our Worthy Bag program (previously called Blessing Bags) has been revitalized based on the needs of the communities we serve.
The Dallas Police Department and Collective Hope Coalition are working together to spread awareness and education in the community by encouraging victims to report ALL crimes, especially hate crimes, in hopes of reducing the risk of suicide by within our LGBTQ+ community. With every new Safe Place business registry, we provide first aid kits within the welcome packet that can facilitate any minor injuries that may have been inflicted on a victim that enters a Safe Place establishment.
The Red Cross recommends that all first aid kits include the following:
Every resident that is accepted at the Hope Center requires the everyday essentials to start their journey to independence. These items provide hope and encourage them to feel comfortable being their authentic selves. There are limits to the number of Hope Center Worthy Bags that we can accept. Please reach out to confirm our current needs.
Backpack
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Suitcase
Bedding
Bathroom
Kitchen
Laundry
Hygiene Products
Medicine Cabinet
Clothing Essentials
Study Essentials
Electronics
Additional Needs
Board Chair
Biography
Before being asked to serve as the Board Chairman, Rex had been a member of Dallas Hope Charities’ board since April 2021. A recurring investor in media and emerging technologies, Rex seems to prefer working behind the scenes. He has consistently poured his resources into companies, individuals, charitable organizations, and civic causes alike out of his love for the city of Dallas and heart for serving the community.
He envisions the role of board chair as primarily a supportive one. Rex sees Dallas Hope Charities’ CEO, Tamika Perry, as a strong leader and looks forward to working closely with her on expanding the transitional housing program and various programmatic partnerships.
Addressing the recent renovation of the Hope Center—DHC’s transitional living center—Rex stated “the hope is we’ve renovated a place where our participants can really get a firm footing, get involved in the programs that we offer, and have a great launching pad for their lives.
Rex knows firsthand the impact that a safe, affirming house can provide. For over 20 years he and his partner Chris personally opened their home to folks in need of a place. Through word of mouth and referrals, Rex and Chris provided housing and mentorship while the individuals went through school, securing a profession, or simply stabilizing their life. Reflecting on it, Rex’s smile continues to grow, and you can sense the support and affection he must have for these friends, mentees and in some cases, chosen family.
When asked why he freely gives so much of his time and energy, Rex puts it simply: “I care about the impact we can make in a life and our city by what we do.” While Rex shares that his family was supportive when he came out as gay, there were still identity struggles to contend with, so his care runs deep in lived experience. “I care about the fact that some of our LGBTQ+ community is suffering. I’ve been there. It’s very difficult to know that we have human beings that are struggling with the kinds of things they are, and you really want the best for them, quickly. Sometimes it takes longer than expected so we must have patience.”
When Rex and his partner Chris find downtime, they enjoy family, travel, gathering with friends, attending artistic events, and eating out at locally owned restaurants. Naturally, everything comes back to community.