Matthew Road Baptist Church

4701 Matthew Road, Grand Prairie, Texas 75052
Team Leader(s) Ed Geisendorff
Partner in the Dallas County - Southwest Community

Open Requests & Church Needs

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Help Improve a Child's Safety/Wellbeing
5
Normal Request
This request is for a 17yo student that resides with 3 other siblings and a single parent. I became aware of this student's need by a school counselor. I have connected with the family and have identified that this family is in need of and can benefit from financial assistance with an overdue utility bill from the summer. I am aware that this family has been struggling financially while the parent searched for employment. Parent stated that they are now employed and starts today. Parent stated that the financial assistance would be more so to catch up with their overdue balance of $500 for electricity from the summer. If not all can be covered, any funds toward their balance would greatly be appreciated. Thank you for your support and for your consideration in meeting this need.
Location: Grand Prairie, TX 75052 - County: Dallas - Children Served: 4 - Adults Served: 1 - Agency: #Grand Prairie ISD - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $500
No Responses
Needs 1 Need / $500 to go!
Utility Bill Assistance
$500 out of $500 still needed
Help Improve a Child's School Attendance
1
High Urgency Request
This student is a 2nd grader who lives a mile away from the school. Her walk would be a 20-minute walk by herself, crossing major roads to return home. Her mother is not able to get off work to pick her up, no one else in the home drives, and the school bus doesn't pick up anyone within a 2-mile radius. This student desperately needs to be at school each day. When her mother is not able to pick her up due to her work schedule, the student does not come to school. The family is in need of funds to pay for after-school care each month. EDP is $377 per month or $3,016 for the year.
Location: Grapevine, TX 76051 - County: Tarrant - Children Served: 1 - Agency: #Grapevine Colleyville ISD - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $3016
No Responses
Needs 1 Need / $3016 to go!
Extended Day Program
$3016 out of $3016 still needed
Help Improve a Child's Safety/Wellbeing
4
Critical Request
I have a family who is currently in an emergency housing situation. The family consists of a single mom with three children. The student is in 8th grade on my campus, but he also has a brother in 12th grade, and a brother that is too young for school. The family was just evicted from their housing situation, and they are staying at a hotel with no mode of transportation or funds. The family is in need of 200.00 dollars to be able to stay in a two bedroom hotel room for the week while they figure out a more permanent option. As of right now, both students are unable to attend school and all four family members are sharing one hotel room. The family's need is very urgent. Any assistance that can be offered is greatly appreciated.
Location: Grand Prairie, TX 75050 - County: Dallas - Children Served: 3 - Adults Served: 1 - Agency: #Grand Prairie ISD - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $200
1 Responses
Dusty: Gateway Church will put $100 towards this need.
Gateway Church. 1 day ago
Needs 1 Need / $200 to go!
Rent Assistance
$200 out of $200 still needed
Help Preserve a Kinship Placement
3
High Urgency Request
Looking for help for a fictive kin placement who is taking permanent custody of two children, but is needing help with daycare to maintain permanent care. Due to a freeze in state funding for daycare, the family cannot get help from the state to fund the daycare. The two young children are under 5 and are very happy and comfortable in the home. They are well taken care of and the caretaker can afford to meet their daily needs while working full time, but cannot afford to also pay for daycare. Without daycare they would not be able to work and afford to take care of the kids whom they love dearly and want to keep out of the foster care system. This family is hoping for help from the community to assist with daycare for at least the next six months until they can get further daycare. The cost of daycare is extremely high for all families in today's world and we are hopeful that those who are able will help contribute to meeting these children's needs. The daycare that they attend helps them with learning educationally and with social skills. The total cost of daycare without assistance for the two children is about $2,300 a month. For six months to be fully covered, they would need $13,800
Location: Mansfield, TX 76063 - County: Tarrant - Children Served: 2 - Adults Served: 1 - Agency: #Our Community Our Kids - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $13800
No Responses
Needs 1 Need / $13800 to go!
Daycare
$13800 out of $13800 still needed
Help Make a Kinship Placement
4
Normal Request
We are supporting a single mom who has 2 children already in her home (ages 3&5) and is willing to taken in her 5 year old niece as a kinship placement. In order to meet the state requirements for this placement, she needs a bunk bed with a trundle bed with it, so that all three children can share a room. She also needs a slim high back booster seat for her niece to be able to fit with the seats of her other two children. Please help this family accept the placement of their niece/cousin.
Location: Burleson, TX 76028 - County: Johnson - Children Served: 3 - Adults Served: 1 - Agency: #HopeLocal - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $730
No Responses
Needs 2 Needs / $730 to go!
Twin Mattress
3 out of 3 items still needed
Twin Bunk Bed W / Trundle
1 out of 1 items still needed
Help Support a Youth Aging Out
1
Normal Request
17 year old teen mom is in need of laptop in order to complete high school. Youth is enrolled in a nom-traditional school setting that will support youth in graduating high school on time. Youth has fallen behind in school due to being a mom and student simultaneously. Youth is an amazing mother and really tries hard to succeed. A laptop will further help youth reach her academic goals in order to further support her transition out of foster care.
Location: Dallas, TX 75233 - County: Dallas - Children Served: 1 - Agency: #TX-CPS - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $360
No Responses
Needs 1 Need / $360 to go!
Laptop Computer
1 out of 1 items still needed
Help Remove an Educational Barrier for a Child
15
Normal Request
Our fully accredited high school is in need of insulated water bottles for students. This will free up financial resources to meet true student needs rather than having to purchase drinking cups and throw them away. Each student could have their own water bottle. We provide full wrap around case management for our students, many of which face homelessness and have poor to no relationships with caring adults.
Location: Dallas, TX 75215 - County: Dallas - Children Served: 12 - Adults Served: 3 - Agency: #Cornerstone Crossroads Academy (CCA) - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $225
1 Responses
Allon: Freedom Church will be more than happy to help.
Freedom Church. 2 hours ago
Needs 0 Needs / $0 to go!
Supplies
15 Item(s) Met in full!
Help Remove an Educational Barrier for a Child
15
Normal Request
Our fully accredited high school provides full wrap around case management services for our 27 students, many of which face homelessness and lack of positive adult relationships. As part of our school, lunches are provided and we have a need for 24 oz insulated water bottles so that each student can have their own. This would allow us to put money spent on drinking cups to true student needs.
Location: Dallas, TX 75215 - County: Dallas - Children Served: 12 - Adults Served: 3 - Agency: #Cornerstone Crossroads Academy (CCA) - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $225
No Responses
Needs 1 Need / $225 to go!
Supplies
15 out of 15 items still needed
Help Improve a Child's Wellbeing
2
Normal Request
15 y.o male and 2 y.o female just moved here from California with pretty much nothing. 15 yo does not have a bed at all and only a few pieces of clothing. 2yo needs diapers and wipes. Clothes- 28/30 on jeans mens small in shirts, shoes- 9. underwear- small boxers. Diapers wipes for baby girl- 6 huggies and any wipes
Location: Red Oak, TX 75154 - County: Ellis - Children Served: 2 - Agency: #TX-CPS - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $665
No Responses
Needs 5 Needs / $665 to go!
Full Bed Frame
1 out of 1 items still needed
Full / Double Mattress
1 out of 1 items still needed
Home Repairs
$150 out of $150 still needed
Diapers & Wipes (see description for details)
1 out of 1 items still needed
Clothes for a Child / Children (see description details)
1 out of 1 items still needed
Help Strengthen a Bio Family
5
High Urgency Request
Hello, I have a single mother with 4 kids that are in desperate need of a bunk bed and two twin size mattresses. Mom was just approved for housing and is in need of furniture. Thank you kindly!
Location: Arlington, TX 76002 - County: Tarrant - Children Served: 4 - Adults Served: 1 - Agency: #TX-CPS - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $535
1 Responses
Paul: FOTP can provide the bunkbeds and mattresses. Paul Land(###) ###-####
Fellowship Of The Parks (Grapevine). 4 days ago
Needs 0 Needs / $0 to go!
Twin / Twin Bunk Bed Frame
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Twin Mattress
2 Item(s) Met in full!
Help Improve a Child's Safety/Wellbeing
2
Normal Request
Summary: Family of middle school student requesting help with groceries and utility bills. Context: Student comes from a single-parent household, where Mom is a dedicated educator struggling to make ends meet. In the past, the family has struggled with stable housing, but through their hard work and determination, they have improved their situation significantly. However, the start of school has put a strain on their resources, and they are needing help with groceries and their electricity bill. If this need was met even partially, it would help both the student and Mom maintain the stability and wellbeing they have worked so hard to achieve.
Location: Grand Prairie, TX 75052 - County: Dallas - Children Served: 1 - Adults Served: 1 - Agency: #Grand Prairie ISD - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $455
1 Responses
Elena (Rev): We have a food distribution on Thursday. Please advise if family is available between 4:00PM - 5:00PM to receive resources from the church. St. John Church 1701 W. Jefferson St. Grand Prairie, 75051. Contact Rev. Elena ******@email.com
St. John Church Unleashed. 1 day ago
Needs 1 Need / $335 to go!
Utility Bill
$335 out of $335 still needed
Groceries
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Help Reunify a Bio Family
1
Normal Request
This request is for a spirited 15-year-old female who is a Type 1 diabetic who is insulin-dependent and is starting the reunification process with her bio mother. She was in care for over a year and the clothes that she had from a year ago no longer fit. She has very limited attire and shoes for school and daily wear. The child needs clothes that fit and are school-appropriate. She wears a large in women’s clothing, 14 juniors in pants, and a size 8 in women’s shoes. The mother has several children to care for, including one outside of the one in care who has chronic medical issues. This donation of new clothes or gift cards to a clothing store would assist in meeting a need that the mother cannot afford at this time.
Location: Fort Worth, TX 76134 - County: Tarrant - Children Served: 1 - Agency: #Our Community Our Kids - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $200
No Responses
Needs 1 Need / $200 to go!
Clothing
1 out of 1 items still needed
Help Improve a Child's Wellbeing
3
Normal Request
A hard of hearing mother is experiencing financial difficulties, and the children are in need of clothing and shoes due to outgrowing things. The mother is going through a divorce and trying her best. The family consists of 10-year-old and 9-year-old male along with 13-year-old female child. 1 male child wears size 14/16 in shirts/pants and 5 in shoes. The other male child wears 10/12 in shirts/pants and 5 in shoes. 1 female child wears 14/16 in shirts/pants and 6-1/2 in shoes. One of the male children is need of a twin bed/mattress due to not having any bedding. The female child is also needing menstrual pads due to her mother having a hard time keeping up with her feminine products.
Location: Arlington, TX 76017 - County: Tarrant - Children Served: 3 - Agency: #TX-CPS - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $950
1 Responses
Paul: FOTP can provide the twin mattress for this family. Please let me know when and where to deliver the bed. Thank you, Paul Land(###) ###-####
Fellowship Of The Parks (Grapevine). 1 week ago
Needs 3 Needs / $490 to go!
Twin Box Spring
1 out of 1 items still needed
Clothes for a Child / Children (see description details)
1 out of 1 items still needed
Supplies
1 out of 1 items still needed
Twin Bed Frame
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Twin Mattress
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Help Improve a Child's Safety/Wellbeing
4
High Urgency Request
Single mom of three girls who depend financially mom's income. One in high school and twins in middle school all in DISD. Mom has recently completed a masters degree and is applying for jobs as we speak, Unfortunately, she has not had any offers at the moment. The family is in need of financial support for past due rent and a upcoming electricity bill. The family is very grateful to God for any support, and don't want to be evicted. mom has applied for all types of help from, DISD, City of Dallas, and has not received assistance at this time. We can provide additional information if requested. Thanks you in advance for any and all help; the family is Praying for a miracle..
Location: Dallas, TX 75216 - County: Dallas - Children Served: 3 - Adults Served: 1 - Agency: #TX-Dallas ISD - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $1180
No Responses
Needs 2 Needs / $1180 to go!
Rent Assistance
$900 out of $900 still needed
Utility Bill Assistance
$280 out of $280 still needed
Help Improve a Child's Safety/Wellbeing
3
Critical Request
We had a mother come in this afternoon (8/29) sharing that her and her two children (elementary and middle- GCISD) will be evicted tomorrow (8/30) if they do not come up with the rent for the past 3 months. We are looking into trying to get them temporary housing while they try to get into a more permanent situation. Hotel/motel vouchers would be super helpful. The mother has had her car repossessed by the bank and is now borrowing from someone. She would benefit from a gas card in the mean time to get to her new job.
Location: Colleyville, TX 76034 - County: Tarrant - Children Served: 2 - Adults Served: 1 - Agency: #Grapevine Colleyville ISD - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $600
This request is paused
5 Responses
Geoffrey: Can you update on the housing situation for the family? Have they been evicted? We will provide the gas card and grocery card for now.
Church At The Cross. 3 weeks ago
Betsy: I can donate the remainder needed.
Bear Creek Bible Church. 3 weeks ago
Carrie: Thank you!
Bear Creek Bible Church. 3 weeks ago
Carrie: There are resources made available from the community. We are taking the lead and working out the details.
Bear Creek Bible Church, Community Lead Church. 3 weeks ago
Geoffrey: Sorry that it took a while on this, but we are now ready to move forward with meeting the need.
Church At The Cross. 2 weeks ago
Needs 0 Needs / $0 to go!
Extended stay motel
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Gas Card
$200 Met in full!
Groceries
$200 Met in full!
Help Improve a Child's Well-being
3
Normal Request
3 year old male needing a toddler car seat due to growing out of his baby car seat Updated on September 12, 2023 by an Agency Worker
Location: Midlothian, TX 76065 - County: Ellis - Children Served: 1 - Adults Served: 2 - Agency: #TX-CPS - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $180
No Responses
Needs 1 Need / $180 to go!
Toddler / Convertible Car Seat
1 out of 1 items still needed
Help remove an educational barrier for a child
10
High Urgency Request
Our fully accredited high school serves 27 students who have not been successful in traditional educational settings. Many of our students face homelessness and lack of involvement with caring adults and parents. We have full "wrap around" case management to help each student succeed. Our students need pants in order to meet our dress code. Students need black or khaki pants with no holes or rips.
Location: Dallas, TX 75315 - County: Dallas - Children Served: 10 - Agency: #Cornerstone Crossroads Academy (CCA) - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $300
No Responses
Needs 1 Need / $300 to go!
black and khaki jeans various sizes
$300 out of $300 still needed
Help Remove an Educational Barrier for a Child
15
Normal Request
It's only been week one and we've already seen several students with "accidents" walking down the hallways. We just want to make this experience easier for them and to help them not lose any instructional time waiting for their parents in the office to change. Khaki French Toast Girls Skinny Fit Stretch Ponte Pant size 12, 14, 16
Location: Dallas, TX 75203 - County: Dallas - Children Served: 15 - Agency: #TX-Dallas ISD - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $285
No Responses
Needs 4 Needs / $285 to go!
Fruit of the Loom Girls' Cotton Bikini Underwear Multipacks Size 10, 12, 14
3 out of 3 items still needed
French Toast Girls Skinny Fit Stretch Ponte Pant size 12,
5 out of 5 items still needed
French Toast Girls Skinny Fit Stretch Ponte Pant size 14
5 out of 5 items still needed
French Toast Girls Skinny Fit Stretch Ponte Pant size 16
5 out of 5 items still needed
Help Strengthen a Bio Family
6
Normal Request
Single mother of 5 daughters ages 4-13 is in need of socks, shoes, and hygiene items such as deodorant for her girls. This need met would mean so much to the children as they navigate with their mother to find stability.
Location: Arlington, TX 76012 - County: Tarrant - Children Served: 5 - Adults Served: 1 - Agency: #TX-CPS - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $475
3 Responses
Reanne: I live in Houston, but I can mail the items to the caseworker or family. Please send sizes and other details.
Community Responder. 3 weeks ago
Betsy: I can meet the remainder. needed.
Bear Creek Bible Church. 3 weeks ago
Betsy: We’re still looking for socks, shoes and hygiene items for girls.
Bear Creek Bible Church, Community Lead Church. 2 weeks ago
Needs 0 Needs / $0 to go!
Clothes for a Child / Children (see description details)
5 Item(s) Met in full!
Gas Card
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Help Preserve a Foster Care or Kinship Placement
3
Normal Request
This grandmother has taken in her grandchild as the parents are unable to care for him at this time. This grandmother also takes care of her own mother and needs help with the baby gates because all of her extra time and money is spent on her grandchild and her mother and trying to find a better home health company which can be costly.
Location: Dallas, TX 75234 - County: Dallas - Children Served: 1 - Adults Served: 2 - Agency: #TX-CPS - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $60
No Responses
Needs 1 Need / $120 to go!
Baby Gate
2 out of 2 items still needed
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Response Team Stats

Responders
4
Responses
40
Requests met
32
Children served
92
Economic impact
$30,847