Our Mission
We help communities move beyond surface-level access to real progress—by connecting people to guidance, relationships, and support they can trust. From youth to adults to seniors, we walk with individuals as they navigate education, work, and health to build strong, purpose-filled lives.
Our Vision
We envision a Dallas County where people refuse to settle for hopelessness or getting by. Instead, they pursue lives filled with purpose, growth, and generosity—lifting others as they rise and aging with dignity, strength, and joy.
About Us
In many communities across Dallas County, there’s no clear path forward—just scattered resources that don’t speak to the whole person. There’s no comprehensive approach that addresses the connection between health, wealth, and education. We exist to change that.
A Catalyst For Change helps people move from surviving to thriving by walking with them through life’s key transitions. Whether it's a young girl finding her voice at cheer camp, an adult earning their GED and entering a new career, or a senior making their home safe to age in—we meet people where they are and help them take the next step.
Shine Squad Summer Cheer & Dance Camp
Presented by A Catalyst For Change, in sponsorship with Dallas College and in collaboration with For Oak Cliffs Community Center, SHINE SQUAD is a 5-day summer camp for 1st–5th grade girls focused on confidence, sisterhood, and self-expression through cheer and dance.
June 9–13, 2025
Public Safety Career Exploration
In partnership with Dallas County Fire Department, this program introduces high school students—especially young men—to careers in firefighting, EMT services, and emergency response.
GED + Career Mentorship Program
For adults of all ages, we offer a GED completion program paired with one-on-one career mentorship. Participants are supported in their studies and connected to real-world opportunities in their chosen field.
Safe Homes for Aging
We help older adults age safely in place by assessing homes and providing essential safety improvements—because a safe home is key to long-term health and dignity.
Coming Soon
- Medication Management – Support for individuals navigating multiple prescriptions to reduce risks and improve outcomes.
- Adult Foster Care – A home-based alternative for adults who need support but not institutional care.
Our Values
Purpose Over Circumstance
We believe every person is created with purpose. Circumstances may shape a story, but they don’t define the ending.
Relationship First
Change happens through trust. We walk with people—not ahead of them—and build solutions together.
Do the Work That Lasts
We focus on long-term impact, not quick fixes. Education, health, and career access are generational investments that build real stability over time.
Honor Every Stage of Life
From childhood to adulthood to those seasoned in life, we treat every age with dignity and every need with respect.
Faith in Action
Our work is guided by our faith. We serve with compassion, humility, and a deep belief that hope can be restored and lives can be transformed.
