A stylized tree with roots, with the words 'New Roots' and 'Community-Powered. Dignity-Centered.'

Program Mission Statement: To honor the dignity and worth of every individual by creating a welcoming, cross-cultural experience, powered by community generosity, that empowers immigrant and refugee families to establish new roots in a new land..

About the Program

  • Refugees, asylum seekers, and immigrants often arrive in the U.S. with limited belongings and little financial capacity to furnish a home. Local nonprofits that serve these populations are frequently overwhelmed and under-resourced, making it difficult to consistently provide essential household goods. Additionally, many low-income residents in the wider community face similar challenges in accessing basic home goods,]. There is a clear and growing need for a dignity-driven model that provides access and encouragement.

  • New Roots is designed to support nonprofit partners & ethnic congregations who serve immigrants, asylum seekers, and refugees. These organizations face an ongoing challenge: helping newly arrived neighbors furnish their homes with dignity and care. Home goods begin the process of building a stable life begins with a livable space.

  • New Roots offers refugee & immigrant families a dignified and encouraging experience. Individuals and families will have the opportunity to receive basics they need for their homes and support from refugees and immigrants that are ahead of them in their own journey — both comforting and exhorting them during a time of transition.

  • New Roots will be stocked through community contributions and partnerships with local businesses & nonprofits, reinforcing a spirit of mutual aid and shared responsibility. This program meets tangible needs and fosters connection between long-time residents and new neighbors, building a more welcoming and compassionate community for all. Payment donations will go to New Roots only.

  • Dignity. Respect. Cross-Cultural.

  • Donate

    Donate Gently Used or New Furnishings by filling out the form below. See FAQ section below for more information on items accepted.

    Donate Furniture & Household Items

  • Volunteer

    Volunteer at New Roots. Contact us today to join our fantastic team of volunteers.

    Volunteer
  • Monetary Donation

    Monetary Donation

    Donate specifically to the New Roots program. These funds are used to purchase items that are often not donated and to help sustain New Roots in providing a pay what you can shopping experience for our neighbors.

    Donate to New Roots

  • Corporate Partnership

    Corporations interested in partnering with New Roots to donate in bulk items can contact us at the button below.

    Partnership Opportunity

  • Make Appointment

    Set up your appointment by filling out link below.

    Make Appointment

 FAQs

  • We are located in Suite S106 at the Gaston Christian Center- 8515 Greenville Ave. Dallas, TX 75243

    Fridays - Mondays: Closed

    Tuesdays & Wednesday: Referral Days 10am-2pm. Only those who have been referred by a partnering nonprofit and scheduled appointment can shop.

    Thursdays: Open to the public, no appointment needed. 10am-2pm

  • Donated items can be dropped off by appointment only.

  • ·        Primary Audience: Refugees, asylum seekers, and immigrants resettling in the local area, particularly those served by local nonprofit and resettlement organizations.

    ·        Secondary Audience: Low-income individuals and families in the broader community, including below income families, single-parent households, and elderly residents on fixed incomes.

    ·        Tertiary Audience: Community members interested in participating in mutual aid, sustainability, and charitable giving through donations, volunteering, and paying what they can to give back to the New Roots Program.

  • To shop on Tuesdays and Wednesdays you must have a referral.

  • No, everyone no matter the zip code you live in is welcomed! We will ask for your zip code at check in to help us understand the demographics impacted by our program.

  • Due to the size & capacity of our nonprofit we currently do not have company vehicles to help deliver furniture to our shoppers.

  • Due to the size & capacity of our nonprofit we currently do not have company vehicles to help pick up donations. Donations must be dropped off by donor at designated times. Only donations that are accepted can be dropped off.

  • Due to the high demand of services, we ask shoppers to set their appointments ahead of time. In order to keep compliance with certificate of occupancy rules, only a certain amount of people can be in the store at a time.

  • We understand that unfortunate circumstances can occur, or that appointments can be accidentally missed. Unfortunately, if you miss your appointment, you will need to reschedule.

  • Item description

  • New Roots is a program of the Gaston Christian Center located on the corner of Greenville Ave. & Royal Ln.

    New Roots is located in Suite S106 (1st Floor South Building)

    Address: 8515 Greenville Ave. Dallas, TX 75243

  • Referrals can be provided by GCC partner organizations and partner churches. See "Services" page for a list of our partner organizations..