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How to Start FEMA Recovery Process

Here are the specific steps that a property owner or renter must take to start the recovery process: Step One: Take photos of your damaged home and belongings. Step Two: Make a list of damaged/lost items. Step Three: If you have insurance, you must file a claim with your insurance company. Step Four: Information should you have ready when applying […]

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U.S. Small Business Administration Disaster Loans

Low-interest federal disaster loans are now available to Texas businesses and residents as a result of President Biden’s major disaster declaration, U.S. Small Business Administration’s acting Administrator Tami L. Perriello announced. The declaration covers 77 Texas counties as a result of the severe winter storms that began on Feb. 11, 2021.  See below for the

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Winter storm water resources

Winter Storm Water Resources

Water Available from City of Dallas Starting Monday, February 22, 2021 from 10 am to 8 pm, Dallas residents will be able to go to any of the City of Dallas-run Park and Recreation warming stations to fill water containers up to 15 gallons per visit. Residents are requested to bring their own containers. No

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Winter Storm Disaster Aid

Federal Disaster Aid Approved for 77 Texas Counties: The White House partially approved Texas’ request for a Major Disaster Declaration, Gov. Greg Abbott said Saturday. The federal government will provide individual assistance in 77 counties, including Bexar, Dallas, Harris, Tarrant and Travis — and public assistance, for emergency protective measures only, in all 254 counties.

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Letter from the Board President

Dear JFS Family, When reflecting on the events that unfolded over the last year, I am reminded of a quote by Mr. Rogers, “When I was a child and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.”

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The Resale Shop Job Openings

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Full-time Positions:   Truck Driver/ Mover  Reports to: Donation

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Black History Month

February is Black History Month! To celebrate, we are honoring African American pioneers in social service. The contributions of these men and women have created a momentum of societal progress that allows us to serve our community today and their leadership positively affected millions of people around the world.   Mary Church Terrell (1863–1954) was

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