Serving More Than Meals to At-Risk and Homeless Individuals and Families | The Stewpot

by The Magdalen House | Nov 25, 2020 | Community, Partners, Resources

By Ainsley Chapman, Contributor “I loved learning about The Stewpot. I was amazed that they had such a large range of programs to offer and different ways to volunteer. Of course, I zeroed in on the art program since I own and teach several art classes myself. Art is...

CLEAN Cause: Providing “CLEAN Kickstarts” Sober Living Scholarships to Alcoholic Women

by The Magdalen House | Sep 30, 2020 | Community, Partners, Resources

By Ainsley Chapman, Contributor “I received a scholarship of $250 from CLEAN Cause that was a lifesaving gift. It paid my deposit to go into sober living. I had no job or place to go and I am grateful. It was easy to apply for and really lifted a burden.” – Cynthia...

Unlocking DOORS®: Helping Alcoholic Women with Criminal Backgrounds

by The Magdalen House | Aug 27, 2020 | Community, Partners, Resources

By Ainsley Chapman, Contributor “I’m so excited about Unlocking DOORS® partnership with The Magdalen House, and I’ve had the opportunity to see what they do first-hand. Within minutes of contacting them, I was able to get someone without resources into the First Step...

Helping New and Expecting Mothers Facing Homelessness | In My Shoes

by The Magdalen House | Jul 27, 2020 | Community, Partners, Resources

By Ainsley Chapman, Director of Community Outreach “I’m so excited about our partnership with In My Shoes, because that was me! I was the scared, homeless, pregnant girl who couldn’t stop drinking and had no resources and nowhere to go. I wish I had known about In My...

Trader Joe’s: Providing Weekly Groceries for Alcoholic Women in Recovery

by The Magdalen House | Apr 17, 2020 | Community, First Step, Partners, Resources

For over six years, Trader Joe’s has been donating groceries to The Magdalen House every Sunday. This generous weekly food donation is part of their Neighborhood Shares program, and it’s a core pillar of their brand. Through this program, Trader Joe’s donates 100% of...

Providing Safe, Sober Transitional Living | Dallas 24 Hour Club

by The Magdalen House | Mar 13, 2020 | Community, Partners, Resources

“After leaving The Magdalen House, I went to Dallas 24 Hour Club (The 24). Maggie’s and The  24 have completely changed my life. I love that both places have daily meetings and there is always someone there for you. I began working the 12 Steps with a my sponsor at...