Family Programs at Wesley-Rankin

At Wesley-Rankin, we know that one of the greatest sources of support and meaning can be found within families. We seek to offer activities that strengthen healthy bonds between family members.

Community Leadership/Development Neighborhood leadership is fostered through community driven meetings that address local needs and issues.  Community members learn to conduct business meetings, organize events, and participate in democracy.  They have helped create events to address neighborhood needs. Wesley-Rankin partners with the Dallas Faith Community Coalition and numerous local agencies to present the Las Posadas (held at Christmas) and Dia de la Familia (Family Day) in April. Wesley-Rankin is also currently offering the ARK (Adults Reaching Kids) parenting program to the community.

Community Mercado This event aims at economic revitalization of the Los Barrios community in West Dallas by generating new small businesses and increasing incomes. Among the many items for sale by seniors, teens and community residents is jewelry, hand-made crafts, and authentic Mexican food. Limited back-to-school uniform sale or exchange and free haircuts for children.

Emergency Shelter
We provide emergency shelter for families during times of great need. When Hurricane Rita struck the Texas coast evacuees to stay at Wesley Rankin. We provided these families with food, bedding, and other basic needs.

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