Real-time help for a brighter tomorrow

Dallas-area residents turn to us for food, clothing, financial, medical, dental and mental health services. Now-Forward is the trusted and compassionate resource that will help you through unexpected life challenges.
Now-Forward family

Effectively serving the urgent needs of Dallas area families since 1983!

I need help with:

Food
Clothing
Vision
Medical
Dental
Counseling
English as a Second Language
School Supplies
School Uniforms
Tax Preparation
Rent
Utilities

Featured Service

Taxes

We prepare tax returns. Save on fees, get your refund, avoid high-interest tax advance loans!

Tuesday-Friday: 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am - 4:00pm

No appointment – No cost!
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Featured Service

Dental

Adults - Keep your mouth healthy!
Come in for a cleaning of your teeth.

Of course, no-cost!

By appointment – Thursdays: 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Call 214.358.8729 to schedule.
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2024 AT A GLANCE

123,674

Adults, seniors and children received food assistance

5,202

Medical care visits

3,509

Adults and children received clothing

1,681

Dental care visits

3,789

Students grades Pre-K – 12 received all required school supplies

3,483

Students grades Pre-K – 12 received two uniform sets

638

Households received $661,510 in rent assistance

313

Households received $124,549 in utility assistance

2,638

Federal tax returns filed totaling $4M in refunds

223

Children and adults received eyeglasses and saved $55,750

100

Average individual monthly mental health sessions

How to Make a Difference

BE A VOLUNTEER

Volunteer and help make a difference

Volunteer on your schedule, training and mentoring provided. Volunteers are the heart of Now-Forward!
Current Opportunities

BE A DONOR

Our supporters make our mission possible

96% of financial support goes directly for goods and services to clients. We provide many ways to give!
Financials & More

BE OUR PARTNER

Stronger Together for Our Community

We have a number of strategic partners who contribute funds, goods & services to help us deliver aid efficiently and economically.
Become a Partner

Now Forward, previously North Dallas Shared Ministries, has earned Charity Navigator’s highest rating for six consecutive years, a distinction achieved by less than 5% of all rated charities, demonstrating exceptional financial health, accountability, and transparency.

96% of funds we receive go directly to those who

receive our services.