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March 2015 Newsletter
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We hope you were able to stay warm and safe during our icy winter weather. Things are sure to warm up in March and we have some heart warming stories to help with that!
Mentoring is not just about empowering an individual to succeed, it is also about creating a lasting relationship.
Read how Nicole* and Desiree worked together to accomplish goals that set Nicole on a path to self sufficiency.
We are also proud to share a life long legacy of service and empowering others. Our retired Board Member and Mentor,
June Cox, was honored with the June Cox Volunteer of the Year Award at Trinity United Methodist Church in Arlington. The award, named in her honor, serves to commemorate the time and dedication she has given to so many. Thank you, June for your years of service and benevolence to our community!
Congratulations to client Melissa Bates, winner of the iPad Mini from our Financial Coaching Follow-Up Blitz!
Family Pathfinders has joined the Blue Zone movement, and is committed to making healthier choices. Several staff members from Family Pathfinders along with Mayor Betsy Price attended the City of Fort Worth 's Blue Zone kick-off last month.
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Client Spotlight
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Nicole with her daughter and Mentor.
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Volunteer Spotlight
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Retired Board Members Jim Walther and June Cox with Mentoring Coordinator Randall High
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In February Trinity United Methodist Church in Arlington honored one of Family Pathfinders' most treasured volunteers, June Cox.
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June was a Mentor for over 15 years as well as a Board Member. As a member of Trinity's congregation, she and fellow retired Mentor and Board Member, Jim Walther laid the groundwork for the Pathfinders Partner program, making Family Pathfinders a part of their outreach programming. Trinity UMC actively recruits Mentors and Financial Coaches from their congregation and have designated our programs as part of their annual giving.
Trinity honored June as their Volunteer of the Year and named the award in her honor. The June Cox Volunteer of the Year Award reflects her legacy of life long service and dedication to the community.
We congratulate June on her many accomplishments and are honored to be a part of her volunteer and service legacy!
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Financial Capability Spotlight
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| Melissa Bates and Laura Stackhouse |
Winner!
As a result of participation in the Financial Follow-Up Blitz, held by our financial coaching team, Melissa Bates won the drawing for an iPad mini. Congratulations Melissa!
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Blue Zone
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| Mayor Betsy Price and Randall High at the Fort Worth Blue Zone Kick-Off |
The Blue Zones Project encourages changes in our community that lead to healthier options. When our entire community participates - from our worksites and schools to our restaurants and grocery stores - the small changes contribute to huge benefits for all of us: lowered healthcare costs, improved productivity, and ultimately, a higher quality of life.
Fort Worth is on its way to becoming a Blue Zones Community. Residents and business owners alike are focused on improving well-being for themselves and their neighbors.
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Upcoming Events
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Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon April 15th
We appreciate our volunteers all year round, but April 12th to 18th is officially Volunteer Appreciation
Week!
Join us April 15th from 12:00-1:00pm for lunch at Family Pathfinders, to celebrate you and all you do to help individuals and families bridge the gap between poverty and self sufficiency!
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Resources
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Texas Health Resources
Wellness for Life - Mobile Health Program
Texas Health Resources Mobile Health unit will be in a various locations in Fort Worth and Arlington throughout March. The mobile unit offers screening digital mammograms, well woman exams, and take home colon cancer screening kits.
View public access dates here and call 1-855-318-7696 to make a appointment. Appointments can be made Monday through Friday, 8am to 5:50pm.
Bring your insurance card and driver license or state issued ID to your appointment. Those without insurance may qualify for fully funded screenings.
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My Money DFW
Free Tax Centers
23 Locations, 700+ Certified Tax Preparers
Free Tax Centers are part of the EARN WELL initiative created by the United Way of Metropolitan Dallas and the United Way of Tarrant County. They are just one part of the initiative to move more North Texas families on a path to financial stability. To qualify, your household income must be under $53,000. Visit
My Money DFW to find your nearest
Free Tax Center today!
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Bountiful Baskets Food Co-op
Various locations throughout
Dallas/Fort Worth
Bountiful Baskets Food Co-op (BBFC) distributes produce baskets, organic produce baskets, artisan bread and sandwich bread every other week. They are a not-for-profit co-op for families that want to have more fresh produce for less money. In order to participate, you must set up a free account on the
website and select your location. Contributions are $15 per basket with an additional processing fee. Visit their
website for more details and instructions on how to participate!
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Know your target audience. Who are your most important customers, clients or prospects, and why? Know what is important to them and address their needs. Include a photo to make your message even more appealing.
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Know your target audience. Who are your most important customers, clients or prospects, and why? Know what is important to them and address their needs. Include a photo to make your message even more appealing.
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List Family Pathfinders as your charity and raise money every time you search the Internet!
It doesn't cost anything!
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