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Our Mission
We help communities move beyond surface-level access to real progress—by connecting people to guidance, relationships, and support they can trust. From youth to adults to seniors, we walk with individuals as they navigate education, work, and health to build strong, purpose-filled lives.
About Us
In many communities across Dallas County, there’s no clear path forward—just scattered resources that don’t speak to the whole person. There’s no comprehensive approach that addresses the connection between health, wealth, and education. We exist to change that.
A Catalyst For Change helps people move from surviving to thriving by walking with them through life’s key transitions. Whether it's a young girl finding her voice at cheer camp, an adult earning their GED and entering a new career, or a senior making their home safe to age in—we meet people where they are and help them take the next step.
A Catalyst For Change presents
Shine Forward: All Things Fashion
Who: Girls in 3rd–6th Grade
Where: TBD
When:
• Fashion Workshop – Friday, September 13 · 10 AM – 1 PM
• Fashion Show + Vendor Market – Saturday, September 14 · 3 PM – 5 PM
What’s Included:
Learn fashion basics, purse & wallet making, and runway confidence
Fashion show featuring the girls’ work and local vendors
sponsored by Dallas College Fashion Design Students & Guest Designers
Shine Squad Summer Cheer & Dance Camp
Get ready for a high-energy, confidence-building summer experience! Shine Squad is a week-long dance and cheer camp hosted by A Catalyst for Change, held at Dallas College Mountain View Campus, designed especially for girls entering 1st–5th grade, led by our artistic director, Byron Rose II. Whether your child is a beginner or has some cheer or dance experience, this camp is all about fun, friendship, and fierce moves in a safe, encouraging space.
Registration is now closed, but we look forward to seeing you next year!
Registered guests can click here for what to KNOW BEFORE YOU GO!
Public Safety Career Exploration
Coming Soon
We aspire to partner with the Dallas County Fire Department to introduce high school students—especially young men—to meaningful careers in firefighting, EMT services, and emergency response. This future program will provide exposure, mentorship, and hands-on learning to help young people see what’s possible and build pathways into public safety professions.
GED + Career Mentorship Program
For adults of all ages, we offer a GED completion program paired with one-on-one career mentorship. Participants are supported in their studies and connected to real-world opportunities in their chosen field.
A Catalyst For Change presents
Shine Forward: All Things Fashion
Who: Girls in 3rd–6th Grade
Where: TBD
When:
-Fashion Workshop – Friday, September 13 · 10 AM – 1 PM
-Fashion Show + Vendor Market – Saturday, September 14 · 3 PM – 5 PM
What’s Included:
-Learn fashion basics, purse & wallet making, and runway confidence
-Fashion show featuring the girls’ work and local vendors
sponsored by Dallas College Fashion Design Students & Guest Designers
Safe Homes for Aging
We help older adults age safely in place by assessing homes and providing essential safety improvements—because a safe home is key to long-term health and dignity.
- Adult Foster Care – A home-based alternative for adults who need support but not institutional care.
Medication Management
Coming Soon
–Support for individuals navigating multiple prescriptions to reduce risks and improve outcomes.
Get ready for a high-energy, confidence-building summer experience! Shine Squad is a week-long dance and cheer camp hosted by A Catalyst for Change, held at Dallas College Mountain View Campus, designed especially for girls entering 1st–5th grade, and led by our artistic director, Byron Rose II. Whether your child is a beginner or has some cheer or dance experience, this camp is all about fun, friendship, and fierce moves in a safe, encouraging space.
Dates: June 9th - 13th
Drop Off: 7:30 - 8:15 am
Camp: 8:30 - 4:00 pm
Pick up: 4:00 - 5:30 pm
Location: Dallas College Mountain View Campus
4849 W Illinois Ave, Dallas TX 75211
Camp Fee: $35
Registration is now closed, but we look forward to seeing you next year!
Registered guests can click here for what to KNOW BEFORE YOU GO!
Shine Squad Summer Cheer & Dance Camp
Public Safety Career Exploration
We aspire to partner with the Dallas County Fire Department to introduce high school students—especially young men—to meaningful careers in firefighting, EMT services, and emergency response. This future program will provide exposure, mentorship, and hands-on learning to help young people see what’s possible and build pathways into public safety professions.
GED + Career Mentorship Program
For adults of all ages, we offer a GED completion program paired with one-on-one career mentorship. Participants are supported in their studies and connected to real-world opportunities in their chosen field.
Safe Homes for Aging
- We help older adults age safely in place by assessing homes and providing essential safety improvements—because a safe home is key to long-term health and dignity.
- Adult Foster Care – Coming Soon
A home-based alternative for adults who need support but not institutional care.
Medication Management
Coming Soon
- Medication Management – Support for individuals navigating multiple prescriptions to reduce risks and improve outcomes.
Our Values
Purpose Over Circumstance
We believe every person is created with purpose. Circumstances may shape a story, but they don’t define the ending.
Relationship First
Change happens through trust. We walk with people—not ahead of them—and build solutions together.
Do the Work That Lasts
We focus on long-term impact, not quick fixes. Education, health, and career access are generational investments that build real stability over time.
Honor Every Stage of Life
From childhood to adulthood to those seasoned in life, we treat every age with dignity and every need with respect.
Faith in Action
Our work is guided by our faith. We serve with compassion, humility, and a deep belief that hope can be restored and lives can be transformed.
