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This holiday season, 19 North Texas non-profits have been awarded a grant from Park Place Dealerships. Nearly 600 charitable organizations applied for a 2025 Season of Giving grant. The 19 organizations chosen align with one of Park Place\u2019s Four Pillars of Giving: Arts, Education, Advocacy, and Medical Research.<\/p>\n
\u201cWith this year\u2019s recipients, Park Place Dealerships has now awarded half a million dollars to 103 local nonprofits across North Texas since 2020,\u201d said Kara Connor, Community Engagement Manager for Park Place Dealerships. \u201cEach of these nonprofits create lasting change in our community and we are happy to bring awareness to another 19 that typically don\u2019t receive a lot of exposure.\u201d<\/p>\n
Under Park Place Cares, Park Place Dealerships\u2019 philanthropic arm, the Season of Giving program provides a one-time grant ranging from $2,500 to $10,000. Each submission was carefully reviewed and considered by a committee of Park Place Members. The 19 nonprofits receiving a Park Place Dealership\u2019s 2025 Season of Giving grant include:<\/p>\n
Adriana\u2019s Angels (FORT WORTH) Adriana\u2019s Angels provides financial assistance, essential resources, and emotional support to children and families battling a childhood cancer diagnosis.<\/p>\n
Be the Difference (DALLAS) Created by four ovarian cancer survivors, Be the Difference improves lives through education, support, and research for those affected by ovarian cancer.<\/p>\n
Elmwood Farm (DALLAS) In the heart of Oak Cliff, Elmwood Farm is a one-acre urban farm that cultivates healthy relationships between land and neighbor.<\/p>\n
EmpowerPix (DALLAS) The organization uses the art of photography, instruction in digital literacy and mentorship to help high school and college graduates discover their purpose.<\/p>\n
Evergreen Life Services (FORT WORTH) Serves and advocates for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.<\/p>\n
Families to Freedom (ADDISON) The non-profit focuses on serving and protecting survivors of domestic abuse.<\/p>\n
Friends of Rescue Animals (ROWLETT) Friends of Rescue Animals is a 100% volunteer-operated nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of homeless pets in North Texas.<\/p>\n
Frisco Fastpacs (FRISCO) Feeds at-risk children who rely on supplemental food assistance by providing weekend meal packs.<\/p>\n
Givingmas (DALLAS) Strengthens communities by providing families facing hardships with short-term and personalized assistance, connections to donors and community resources.<\/p>\n
Hearts for Homes (DENTON) Heart for Homes provides no-cost home repairs for low-income seniors in Denton County.<\/p>\n
Little Hearts of Hope (MCKINNEY) Supports children who have a family member battling cancer.<\/p>\n
Living Hope (PONDER) Provides hope and healing to veterans, children, and adults through equine therapy.<\/p>\n
Plano Metropolitan Ballet (PLANO) This organization is dedicated to provide affordable, high-quality dance opportunities while instilling a love of dance in its company members.<\/p>\n
Refresh NTX (FRISCO) Since 2019, Refresh NTX has helped children in the community through quarterly distributions of Refresh Packs \u2013 customized hygiene kits designed to meet each child\u2019s needs and help them feel healthy and confident.<\/p>\n
The Love Pit (DALLAS) The Love Pit advocates for and protects bully breed dogs through rescue programs, education and community outreach.<\/p>\n
The Way Back (RICHARDSON) Restores families and strengthens communities by helping previously incarcerated individuals with vital documents, hygiene, clothing, and job training.<\/p>\n
Why Not You (FORT WORTH) Empowers youth to choose life and break the silence around mental health and suicide by provding safe spaces, practical tools, and compassionate guidance.<\/p>\n
Young Women\u2019s Preparatory (DALLAS) Teaches young women strong academic and leadership skills to succeed in college and life.<\/p>\n
FYT Wellness (DALLAS) Provides information and resources to local youth on the importance of oral hygiene and offers clinical exams and preventative treatment.<\/p>\n
In addition to the grants, Park Place Members are actively engaged in volunteering with as many non-profit partners that need assistance throughout the year.<\/p>\n
\u201cThere are so many incredible non-profits that are driving meaningful change across North Texas,\u201d said Matt Woolsey, Area Vice President for Park Place Dealerships. \u201cOur team is committed to being a great partner to strengthen our community. It\u2019s wonderful to see our Members embrace the spirit of giving, which allows Park Place to extend its impact far beyond our dealership walls.\u201d<\/p>\n
About Park Place Dealerships<\/p>\n
Park Place Dealerships, founded in 1987, has long supported the arts, medical research, children\u2019s advocacy, and education. Today, the company employs more than 1,400 Members across eight luxury automotive dealerships in North Texas, representing Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Volvo, Acura, and Land Rover. Park Place BodyWerks Collision Centers in Fort Worth and Dallas, and the Park Place Auto Auction, round out the company\u2019s offerings. For more information, visit parkplace.com.<\/p>\n
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