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I write to you today with humility, gratitude, and great excitement.
I am deeply honored and humbled to be selected to serve as the new President and CEO of Volunteers of America Texas. As an Afro-Latina born in Houston, Texas, with Dominican roots, my background has instilled in me a deep sense of resilience, faith, and community. I understand what it means to overcome barriers and…
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“Perhaps you were born for such a time as this.”
As Volunteers of America marks 130 years of service across the nation, these words have felt especially meaningful. Moments of transition are also moments of purpose — and I am filled with hope for what lies ahead for VOA Texas. After a thoughtful and prayerful process, I am thrilled to share that Danita Wadley has…
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A Special Message from Angela King
Nearly 40 years ago, I answered a small help wanted ad for Volunteers of America. Ihad no idea that simple step would lead to a lifetime of purpose, service, andextraordinary people like you. As Volunteers of America celebrates 130 years of national impact—and as I prepare toclose this chapter as President and CEO—I find myself…
NEWS & PRESS RELEASES
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Volunteers of America Texas Selected to lead Dallas Home Repair Initiative
$11.7 Million Investment Will Help Preserve Affordable Homeownership for Up to 449 Dallas Families DALLAS (February 2026) — Volunteers of America (VOA) Texas has been selected by the City of Dallas to administer the Home Improvement & Preservation Program (HIPP), a major home repair initiative designed to help low- and moderate-income homeowners remain safely housed and prevent displacement. The Dallas City…
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VOA Texas Announces Retirement CEO, Angela King
EULESS, Texas — Volunteers of America (VOA) Texas announced today that President and Chief Executive Officer Angela King will retire on December 31, 2025, concluding a distinguished career of nearly four decades in service to the mission. King’s leadership has been a model of purpose-driven excellence. With 39 years of dedicated service—including pivotal leadership at…
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Ruth Finds Home and Healing at VOA Texas
FORT WORTH — When Ruth relocated from New York to Texas, she hoped to start a new chapter in her life. But without a network of support and full-time employment, she quickly found herself homeless and uncertain of what the future would hold. “I did receive some short-term help,” Ruth said, “but the lack of…
VIDEOS
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Vocational Opportunities and Training Services
Vocational Opportunities and Training Services Program prepares adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities for the workforce.
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Hire Up Program Helps Families Impacted by COVID
Volunteers of America Texas, a faith-driven nonprofit helping people in need, was awarded $8M to provide vocational training, workforce development support, financial empowerment, and basic needs assistance to participants and their families. The Hire Up Program has committed to assisting 400 eligible Harris County residents in underserved communities through training and employment opportunities building toward…
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Hispanic Heritage Month: Stephanie Jerez-Rodriguez
VOA Texas is rich in history and culture. For Hispanic Heritage Month, we recognize and acknowledge our staff members who make up our diverse organization and encourage them to share what makes their families special.