2025 Care Award

Weathering the Storm: How Grant Funding Saved a New Orleans Home

Louisiana

In 2005, Hurricane Katrina tore through New Orleans, Louisiana, leaving Lorraine Taylor-Smith’s roof battered and leaking. Then, in 2008, Hurricane Gustav delivered another blow, compounding the damage. Every storm left more leaks and creaks, more uncertainty, and selling her home seemed like the only way out.

Creating Healthy Communities with the Economic Development Program

Texas

Haskell Memorial Hospital in Haskell, Texas, has a history that dates to 1939 when its doors first opened, but keeping those doors open became a challenge last year due to funding cuts and lower insurance reimbursements, said Michelle Stevens, CEO of the Haskell County Hospital District.

Ensuring Wealth Stays in the Family

Texas

Homeownership has become increasingly difficult for Americans – more so for people of color. FHLB Dallas and member Broadway Bank are helping families secure titles to their homes with the Heirs’ Property Program.

Veteran’s Foundation Restored: How One Grant Transformed a Life

Texas

Army National Guard veteran David Balderas can rest easy in his repaired home, thanks to a $10,000 Housing Assistance for Veterans (HAVEN) grant.

Celebrating the Revitalization of a Historic Building

Mississippi

A $16,000 Partnership Grant Program (PGP) award provided by the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) and one of its members is helping restore the historic Lundy House in Lexington, Mississippi.

Arkansas Homeowner Secures Storm-Resistant Roof

Arkansas

Single mom Dulce Walker needed a strong, storm-proof roof, but wasn’t sure how to afford it – until a $14,750 grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) made it possible. 

Small Business Boost Fulfills Arkansas Couple’s Small Business Dream

Arkansas

Hunter and Whitney Caraway had a vision for their family’s future tied to their memories of growing up in a small town. Their dream was to own their own business, work close to home and play a vital role in their Northeast Arkansas community of Cave City.