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Five Banks Award $80K to Three Dallas-Area Nonprofits

Texas

The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) joined four of its members to celebrate the awarding of $80,000 in Partnership Grant Program (PGP) funds to three Dallas-area community-based organizations (CBOs).

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.

Small Business Gets the Boost of a Lifetime

Arkansas

If it weren’t for a Small Business Boost (SBB) loan from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas), Emily Burns doesn’t believe she’d have become the owner, at age 29, of The Antique Rose, a gift boutique in Forrest City, Arkansas.

Home Repairs Promote Accessibility for Arkansas Vet

Arkansas

U.S. Veteran Tracy Hayes has a reinforced railing and new flooring to help her move more around more easily in her Hensley, Arkansas home.

Air Force Veteran Finds Way to Beat the Heat in Texas

Texas

U.S. Air Force veteran Ryan Urquhart was able to purchase an air conditioning unit for his Texas home thanks to a HAVEN grant from FHLB Dallas and member Veritex Community Bank.