Our community is unmatched! Admittedly we are biased, but we wanted to take a moment to highlight how incredibly blessed we at GRACE are to be surrounded by a community that supports our mission in the most creative ways through program-specific drives and fun events.

Each drive and every event raises awareness for GRACE programs and oftentimes gathers support or items that in turn are given directly to families who are in need. Creating an event or hosting a drive are unique ways that local businesses, churches, civic organizations, and community groups can engage their employees/members in team building while supporting our mission by gathering food and clothing, or encouraging financial contributions. For example:

Earlier this month, the ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. held a supply drive, collecting essentials like diapers, laundry detergent, and cooking oil for the GRACE Food Pantry after checking our most urgent needs list. The Emler Swim School of Southlake just recently wrapped a canned food drive for the Pantry, and Jersey Mike’s in Grapevine recently hosted a fundraiser whose proceeds went directly to support GRACE programs.

Coming up in March, Southlake Style is bringing back its Beauty & Bellini’s Shopping Bazaar where attendees will enjoy pop-up shops, live demos, and complimentary beauty treatments—all while supporting GRACE’s Feed Our Kids Program.

Events and drives are a fun and creative way to make a difference in the lives of those in our community who need the most support. Have a fun idea? Whether you’re part of a business, church, civic organization, or community group, we’d love to partner with you!

Reach out to us at events@GRACEGrapevine.org to learn how you can get involved.

Are you ready for a celebration so sweet that a dentist might be needed? Mark your calendars and join us for GRACE’s 2025 Volunteer Luncheon on Friday, April 4th at White’s Chapel Methodist Church, where we celebrate the crem de la crem of our volunteers!

Last year, we celebrated the Rock Star Volunteers that make up GRACE. So, this year we decided to name those special ingredients that make up The Perfect Recipe of a GRACE Volunteer. Sure, every ice cream sundae is sweet – but let’s be honest, we need those nuts along with the whipped cream to make it something special!

With a celebration this decadent, the staff at GRACE decided to spread the love – thick as hot fudge – all month long, naming March, “VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION MONTH!” Be on the lookout at your favorite places to serve for some amazing site parties. A few ideas have been sprinkled around – such as cookouts, pizza parties and game days! Keep an eye out for details on all site parties and plans.

Of course, the cherry on top will be the Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon itself! White’s Chapel Methodist Church in Southlake will once again open their doors to us at 11:00am on Friday, April 4th, with the sweet celebration starting at 11:30am. Come enjoy lunch, prizes, and more as we celebrate the impact you have at GRACE!

We at GRACE simply cannot wait show our volunteers how much they mean to us. RSVP HERE TODAY and we’ll see you there! Please be sure to RSVP by Monday, March 31st.

For more information on The Perfect Recipe Volunteer Luncheon and celebrations throughout the month of March, please reach out to GRACE’s Volunteer & Seasonal Programs Coordinator, Deb Ebeling at debeling@GRACEGrapevine.org. In the meantime, make that dentist appointment just in case!

The Ms. Molly Foundation has partnered with GRACE for over 15 years to support our Mentorship Housing program. We are the sole recipient of foundation funds designated by Molly Maid of DFW Metro Northwest. $0.10 of every cleaning that the staff of this office does goes to support GRACE. For perspective, the total amount of support received this year, as you can see, was over $2,500. The generosity of this incredible staff is overwhelming, and it’s gifts like this that truly highlight the role GRACE plays not just in the lives of our clients, but in the hearts of our surrounding community.

Franchise owner Katrina Keith is always thrilled to connect with and serve GRACE in whatever capacity possible. She has donated the time and services of her team multiple times throughout our years of partnership including cleaning the Mentorship Housing apartments to make them ready for new residents and even partnering with the GRACE Christmas Cottage to prep the year’s space for move-in and help clean post move out to leave our space better than we found it. She has also offered her franchise as an employment opportunity should anyone be looking, client or otherwise, each employee only needs a driver’s license as Molly Maid provides the car, the supplies, and the training and ensures safety by having each clean be handled by a team.

We are so thankful for their incredible generosity and attention to detail!

Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon at GRACE’s Designer Bags & Bingo (DBB), coming up on May 4th! This event will be an exciting afternoon full of laughter, Bingo, and most importantly, designer bags. This fun twist on bingo allows players to compete for high-quality designer purses, which is sure to bring on friendly competition.

This year, we’re thrilled to be hosting DBB at The Westin in Southlake, whose classy atmosphere will provide the ultimate excuse to dress up, have fun, and win big!

Designer Bags and Bingo is one of GRACE’s signature events that raise funds for GRACE’s Mentorship Housing program. This program provides support to individuals and families experiencing homelessness, helping them move toward lasting self-sufficiency. Through intensive case management, clients work to achieve personal goals in education, career, and finances while living in stable, clean housing.

We need your help to make it a success! If you’re interested in volunteering, please reach out to our Volunteer Manager at volunteer@GRACEGrapevine.org. Want to be part of the action? Secure your spot today by emailing events@GRACEGrapevine.org. We’re also actively seeking sponsors, so check out the exclusive benefits at GRACE’s Designer Bags & Bingo Registration Page.

Stay tuned for tickets and tables to go on sale in April! Don’t want to wait? Become a sponsor and enjoy perks like guaranteed individual tickets. It’s going to be a spectacular afternoon, and we can’t wait to see you there!

GRACE exists for the unexpected. Unfortunately, for many of our neighbors living paycheck to paycheck, they are just one sudden life event like an unexpected diagnosis or major repair away from financial hardship.

In January, one of GRACE’s care managers met with a client who came seeking rental assistance. A recent diagnosis of cervical stenosis (a narrowing of the spinal canal in the neck leading to nerve pain) had been severe enough to require surgery, and his recovery was not going according to plan.

His healing process was labored with extreme pain, preventing him from working for the span of three months. Unfortunately, this left his wife as the only source of income for the household, earning only $10 an hour.

He expressed the stress and difficulty this placed on their family as she worked, took care of him, and looked after their four children during his slow journey to recovery. He came to GRACE two months behind on rent, an eviction notice in hand, and nowhere left to turn.

Thanks to the generosity of his friends, the client had been able to raise a portion of the rent that was owed. However, a small gap still remained – and that’s how GRACE became a part of his story.

Thanks to his friends, and a community that has chosen to support GRACE, this client was able to not only receive access to our food pantry to help offset expenses, but was able to pay off the balance of rent due and keep his wife and four children securely housed as his recovery continues.

Welcome Deb Ebeling, GRACE’s new Volunteer and Seasonal Programs Coordinator!

GRACE is thrilled to announce that Deb Ebeling has taken on a new role at GRACE: Volunteer and Seasonal Programs Coordinator! Deb will play a vital role in coordinating all volunteer activities for GRACE, including the GRACE Feed Our Kids program and the beloved GRACE Christmas Cottage.

Deb’s connection to GRACE began in November 2023, when she started volunteering several times a week in the Food Pantry. “I quickly learned about Christmas Cottage and found myself there almost daily,” Deb shared. “I loved both experiences!”

Growing up, Deb dreamed of becoming a mom and a lawyer. After considering the time and cost of law school, she earned her paralegal certificate, married, and joyfully embraced motherhood. “I don’t think I could have imagined what God had in store for me!” she reflected.

Describing herself as outgoing, kind, and blessed, Deb’s passion for helping others shines through. Last year, she stepped in to assist GRACE with the Feed Our Kids program. That experience only solidified her desire to join GRACE long-term. “The people!” Deb exclaimed when describing her favorite aspect of working at GRACE. “Not only the amazing staff that I get to see every day, but the community of volunteers! I am blown away by the generosity of our community.”

GRACE’s mission of being a steward of God’s blessings resonates deeply with Deb. “I stand by the belief that we are blessed to be a blessing. And, being blessed can mean just having one thing to share and graciously giving it away.”

We are delighted to welcome Deb into this role and look forward to the incredible contributions she will make to our volunteer programs and seasonal initiatives. Her enthusiasm, compassion, and dedication to serving others make her a perfect fit for this vital role.

If you’d like to get in touch with her about upcoming volunteer opportunities, please email Volunteer@GRACEGrapevine.org.