Agape Resource and Assistance Center breaks ground on “urban village”
byThe new housing program will provide wraparound services and income-based, self-sustaining rental homes for those at risk of homelessness.
Nonprofits
Local Good Collective receives nearly $100k NTFB grant
byNorth Texas Food Bank partner Local Good Collective received the grant to expand its serving abilities by increasing staff and resources.
Young Men’s Service League has grown from a small chapter to a national nonprofit
byTwenty-three years after founding the nonprofit in Plano, the organization has grown to over 150 chapters around the country.
‘The College Tour’ Amazon series to premiere Collin College episode on Oct. 15
byCollin College’s episode features 10 students, two of which are from Plano, as they discuss their experiences at the college.
The Storehouse has “tremendous need” for winter coats
byWith nearly 2,000 coats distributed last year alone, The Storehouse is gearing up for the winter season and accepting coat donations now.
St. Andrew Cars for Community Car Show returns
byProceeds from the car show will benefit The Storehouse Community Center, formerly known as The Storehouse of Collin County.
PepsiCo looks back on 30-year partnership with Feed the Children
byThe partnership has grown to benefit 370 schools this year, providing food and other resources to Title I students.
5K supporting domestic abuse prevention set for October 19
byThe race includes a 5k and a one-mile fun run, with proceeds benefitting the L. Christina Smith Foundation.
Plano East student to be honored at Young Women of Distinction Girl Scout luncheon
byKatherine Polimerou will be honored for her Gold Award — which created over 100 cookbooks to combat food fatigue — on October 25.
Tickets for Plano’s annual Night Out on 15th on sale now
byTwelve neighborhood restaurants are set to participate in this year’s Night Out on 15th, produced by Downtown Plano and ten20 Gallery.