A City of Promise With Challenges Ahead

Dallas, Texas shines as a major economic powerhouse, home to Fortune 500 companies, a vibrant arts scene, and one of the fastest-growing populations in the nation. However, beneath the glittering skyline and rapid development lies a different story. Too many young people - especially African American and Latino youth  - encounter barriers that prevent them from thriving. Issues such as mental health struggles, youth violence, and deep disparities cast long shadows over the city’s bright future, threatening to keep countless youth from realizing their God-given potential.

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Our Vision for Beginning in Dallas

Boy With a Ball Dallas launched in 2026 in partnership with SubSplit Services Group, MIINC Mechanical Contractors and Stratus Systems within the Vickery Meadow community, a neighborhood facing significant challenges. The organization launches youth as changemakers who ignite citywide movements to transform hurting neighborhoods through an evidence-based approach called Love Your City.  

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