The purpose of Agape CDC is to provide tangible services to individuals and families, primarily in the food desert areas of southern Dallas County. We accomplish this through our Food Pantry, K.D. Wesley Summer Program, Homeless Initiative and Resource Center.
Our goal is to empower our participants through programming and activities that will enhance their knowledge of nutrition, physical fitness and health, STEM eduction, financial literacy, and to other available resources within our community.
In March 2020 when the world, and more specifically the state of Texas was called to an unexpected halt due to the spreading of the deadly COVID-19 virus, our outreach to the community was catapulted into action. The immediate need at the time was to supply food to families who were already residents of an under-served community identified as a food desert.
While masses of people were further impacted by job furloughs and layoffs, other urgent needs presented themselves in the form of financial assistance required for utility bills, rent/mortgage and medications. As the need for more services expanded so has outreach to help meet the needs of those most vulnerable. We are Agape CDC!
MISSION
Our Mission is to strengthen families through community driven programs that support their advancement in the southern sector of Dallas County.
VISION
Our vision is that families have an enhanced quality of life and are empowered to achieve their full potential.
VALUES
Total Life Stewardship
The purpose of Agape is to provide services to individuals and families which empower them to be good citizens who are financially astute, mentally, and physically health, educationally prepared, and self-sufficient with a willingness to enhance community progression.
Personal Accountability
The purpose of Agape is to stimulate and encourage individuals to be solely culpable their own engagement, growth and development.
Organizational Accountability
The purpose of Agape is to serve our community and stakeholders by providing programs with transparency and integrity.
Developing Strong Families
The purpose of Agape is to provide effective communication and relational tools that address the destructive habits and behaviors with families with the goal of strengthening the family structure.
Building Community
The purpose of Agape is to inspire, support and equip individuals and families to strengthen their neighborhoods through a shared vision of solidarity and cooperation with others.
Educational Excellence
The purpose of Agape is to administer quality resources for individuals to work toward becoming productive and proficient in academic and life skills.