1.4 MILLION People in DFW face food insecurity
3,513 People experienced homelessness in Dallas & Collin Counties (2026)
#4 IN THE U.S. — 2026
DFW ranks fourth nationally in the number of people facing hunger
6,300+ People experience homelessness on any given night in DFW
Our Mission
Founded in 2026, Connect Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving communities across North Texas while expanding our impact nationwide. Our mission is to strengthen lives by providing compassionate support to individuals experiencing homelessness, veterans, and families facing hardship through outreach, emergency assistance, community partnerships, and volunteer driven programs that inspire hope and stability.
Learn more about who we are and the work that drives our impact.
Behind The Mission
Why we do what we do. Hover to unmute
How We Serve.
On the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month, Connect Foundation serves hot, nutritious meals at The Stewpot in Dallas. Our team also spends time engaging directly with neighbors experiencing homelessness, offering support and resources when available. Click below to volunteer with us and be part of the connection.
How We Serve:
Emergency Support Kits
When someone is facing uncertainty, immediate support can make all the difference. Our Emergency Support Kits are designed to meet urgent needs, providing food, hygiene essentials, and basic necessities in one ready-to-go package.
Each kit provides:
Immediate nourishment
Hygiene essentials for basic cleanliness
Emergency blanket
Two pairs of socks
First aid kit
Flashlight
$20 = 1 Emergency Support Kit
Non perishable food items and water included in each kit. Options may varyHow We Serve
Menu served May 29, 2026
Meet the Team
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Nsilo Samuels
PRESIDENT, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR DISABLED VETERAN
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LaRue Mangum
PROGRAM DIRECTOR DISABLED VETERAN
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Michelle Jones
EVENTS DIRECTOR
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Malik Samuels
STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS & OUTREACH MANAGER
Donors
Partners & Supporters
