Supporting Stability.
Creating Opportunity.
The Economic Mobility program at the Community Council of Greater Dallas helps individuals and families facing financial hardship stabilize immediate needs while building pathways toward long-term independence and success. Through emergency assistance, workforce support, and community partnerships, we connect residents to resources that promote housing stability, employment, and financial well-being.
Explore Our Programs
Building Pathways to Economic Stability
Connections to trusted partner organizations that provide housing, food, healthcare, and financial assistance.
Our approach combines immediate assistance with long-term support services that encourage self-sufficiency, stability, and opportunity.
Emergency Assistance Services
The Emergency Assistance Program provides short-term support to help individuals and families facing financial hardship maintain housing stability and meet essential needs.
Assistance may include help with rent, utilities, and connection to additional community resources. This program is designed to stabilize households during times of crisis while connecting participants to longer-term services that promote economic mobility.
Assistance May Inlcude
Rent Assistance
Utility Assistance
Housing Stability Support
Community Referrals
Case Management
Important Program Information
Our application portal opens once each month to accept new applicants. Services are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that submitting an online application does not guarantee a spot. An intake specialist will reach out when they are ready to work on your application for that month.
The portal will automatically close once we reached our maximum for the month.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for Emergency Assistance services, applicants must meet the following requirements:
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Resident of Dallas County
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U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident
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Household income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level
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Willingly cooperative landlord and W-9 (for rental assistance)
JobPath Workforce Program
The JobPath program helps participants pursue long-term employment and financial stability through workforce training, career coaching, and ongoing support services.
Program Focus Areas
Career Coaching
Workforce Training
Case Management
Employment Readiness
Long-Term Stability Planning
Important Notice
JobPath participation is highly competitive and available to a limited number of participants each cycle.
Eligibility Requirements
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Household income at or below 125% of the Federal Poverty Level
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Commitment to case management and workforce training activities
Required Documents
Applicants must provide documentation to verify eligibility. Documents may be submitted as clear scans or photos.
Proof of Identity and Citizenship
Provide one or more of the following:
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Birth Certificate or U.S. Passport
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Certificate of Naturalization or Permanent Resident Card
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Social Security Card
Proof of Residency
Applicants must show proof of residence in Dallas County:
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Lease agreement or mortgage statement
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Utility bill with applicant's name and current address
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Voter registration card
Proof of Income
All household members 18 years or older must provide:
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Pay stubs from the last 30 days
If no income is received, applicants may be asked to complete a Declaration of Income form. Intake specialist or case manager will provide such form upon application.
Additional Community Resources
The Economic Mobility program works alongside trusted community partners that provide housing support, food assistance, healthcare access, and additional financial resources.
Important Program Requirements
Landlord Cooperation
In order for rental assistance to be processed, the landlord or property management company must cooperate with Community Council.
This includes providing required documentation such as a current W-9 form.
If a landlord refuses to provide the required documentation to Community Council, we unfortunately cannont proceed with the application or provide assistance.
Special Notice
If you received assistance in the prior year, you are not eligibile for assistance in the current year.
How to Apply
Currently, emergency assistance referrals are being received through hospitals and community partner organizations.
Our public application portal is typically open once per month, depending on funding availability.
Before applying, individuals must contract Patricia R. for information about the program and referral eligibility.
Patricia Raven will provide information to the Emergency Assistance Manager, who will determine whether the client should referred to intake.
After referral, an Intake Specialist will contact individuals interested in participating in the program.
Application Timeline
Applicants must submit all required documents within five business days of being contacted by the Intake Specialist.
If documents are not submitted within five business days, the Intake Specialist will close the case and move to the next client on the waiting list.
Contact for Emergency Assistance Information
Individuals seeking information about emergency services should contact:
Patricia R.
(214) 871-5065 ext. 205
Patricia Raven can provide information about eligibility requirements and program availability. After reviewing intitial information, she will notify the Emergency Assistance Manager if the individual should be referred to intake.
An Intake Specialist will then contact individuals who may qualify for assistance.
Before You Call
Before calling, please review the eligibility requirements and required documents listed above. Having your documents ready will help staff determine whether you may qualify and guide you through the next steps more efficiently.