The Main Place

The Main Place Became a 501 (c) (3) in January 2012 Many of the teens are unaccompanied youth without a safe and secure home base. Only 1 out of 4 graduates.

The Main Place started as a grass roots organization in 2006, opened its doors in December 2009, and became a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity in January 2012 operated by volunteers. In 2006, Founder Sharon Johnston became a community activist after learning that approximately 1000 IISD students, pre-K through 12, are identified during the school year as homeless. One out of three homeless teens and pr

e-teens will be drawn into human trafficking within the first 48 hours. Over the years as we have learned more about homelessness within our community, our mission evolved from focusing on homeless teens in school and expanded to include their babies, siblings and parents. Additionally, we serve victims of domestic/sexual abuse, fire, flood and other tragedies which make them at risk for homelessness. We ensure that all clients have the ultimate shopping experience complete with their own “image consultant” who personalizes their outfits and often entire wardrobes. All of our clients come to us with referrals and appointments only. We do not qualify them; we leave that to school counselors and case workers. Among those are IISD, Winfree Academy and other charter schools, Family Promise, La Buena Vida Leadership Foundation, Irving Cares, Brighter Tomorrows, Texas Hope Literacy, etc. Our network for referrals has grown and so has the need, therefore, more referrals means an increased need for volunteers and funding. Our volunteers are the backbone of our mission. Corporations, churches and schools bring large groups once a week, month or quarter; individuals volunteer as their schedule allows.

At The Main Place, we believe that everyone deserves to feel supported, encouraged, and given the opportunity to thrive....
08/31/2026

At The Main Place, we believe that everyone deserves to feel supported, encouraged, and given the opportunity to thrive. Every day, we work alongside children, families, and individuals providing clothing, resources, mentorship, life skills, encouragement, and hope when they need it most.

But we can't do this work alone. YOU are an important part of what makes it possible.

If you’ve supported The Main Place before, we’re asking you to partner with us and give again this year. And if you’ve never given, this is a wonderful time to join us!

Your donation, no matter the size, helps us continue meeting real needs and creating opportunities for people in our community. Give today. Give hope. Give change. Together, we can change lives.

Thank you to everyone who has believed in The Main Place, volunteered, donated, shared our mission, and helped us make a difference. We are grateful for YOU!

Give today and help The Main Place continue this important work: Donate to The Main Place through North Texas Giving Day.

https://www.northtexasgivingday.org/organization/the-main-place

Thank you for your generous donation, Gary! These hygiene products will bless many individuals in need right here in our...
08/28/2026

Thank you for your generous donation, Gary! These hygiene products will bless many individuals in need right here in our Irving community.



🎉 It’s North Texas Giving Day! 🎉Today is a wonderful opportunity to make a difference right here in our community. If yo...
08/27/2026

🎉 It’s North Texas Giving Day! 🎉

Today is a wonderful opportunity to make a difference right here in our community. If you’re choosing a nonprofit to support, please consider The Main Place and help us provide new clothing and personal items to individuals and families in need, homeless teens, and those facing difficult circumstances. Every donation, big or small, helps us continue this mission.

Please give today and help us make a difference!

https://www.northtexasgivingday.org/organization/the-main-place

Edit- we provide gently used and new clothing. :)

North Texas Giving Day officially begins tomorrow! Let's start off strong and make a real impact in our community.At The...
08/27/2026

North Texas Giving Day officially begins tomorrow! Let's start off strong and make a real impact in our community.

At The Main Place, every client is treated with hope, love, and dignity. Clients are referred and pre-qualified by school counselors, caseworkers, local nonprofits, women's shelters, and other community partners. During a fun, personalized shopping experience, they receive complete outfits, accessories, hygiene products, and more if needed- such as linens, and housing essentials.

Many clients arrive with their heads down. They leave feeling seen, loved, and valued - holding their heads high, smiling, and filled with renewed confidence.

Every gift makes a difference, and no donation is too small. Your generosity makes this work possible. Please donate and help us continue changing lives. We appreciate you! :)

https://www.northtexasgivingday.org/organization/the-main-place

Looking for helpful local resources or know someone who is?  Come check out the Irving Community Action Network (ICAN) a...
08/22/2026

Looking for helpful local resources or know someone who is? Come check out the Irving Community Action Network (ICAN) and connect with organizations ready to help with transportation, housing, financial services, and more all in one place!

Join us Friday, Sept. 11, from 8:30–11:30 a.m. at Heritage Senior Center, 200 S. Jefferson St.

This FREE event is open to all ages, so stop by, ask questions, meet local organizations, and discover resources available right here in our community. You never know what resource or connection could make a difference for you or someone you know! Come join us and spread the word!

Need help finding local resources? ICAN is bringing community services together in one place! 💙

Join the Irving Community Action Network (ICAN) to connect with organizations offering resources for transportation, housing, financial services and more.

📅 Friday, Sept. 11
⏰ 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
📍 Heritage Senior Center, 200 S. Jefferson St.
💲 Free | All ages welcome

Stop by, ask questions and discover resources available right here in the Irving community.

Know someone who could benefit? Share this post and help spread the word!
irvingTX.gov/seniors

A Great Wednesday Night at The Main PlaceA group popped in on Wednesday night and gave The Main Place some much-needed l...
08/20/2026

A Great Wednesday Night at The Main Place

A group popped in on Wednesday night and gave The Main Place some much-needed love! They cleaned, organized, vacuumed, and helped get everything looking fresh and welcoming.

We’re so grateful for everyone who took the time to pitch in and make a difference. Thank you for helping keep The Main Place a clean, organized, and welcoming space!

It is North Texas Giving Day early giving and The Main Place needs YOU! At The Main Place, we believe everyone deserves ...
08/18/2026

It is North Texas Giving Day early giving and The Main Place needs YOU!

At The Main Place, we believe everyone deserves access to clothing, hygiene, household items, and so much more...giving dignity, love, hope and respect. We are more than a retail store without a cash register; we are a place where neighbors help neighbors and our community comes together to make a difference.

As we begin preparing for North Texas Giving Day, we invite you to join our mission! Your early support and donations help us continue providing all the essential items individuals and families need in our community

* Every gift makes a difference.
* Every donation helps a neighbor.
* Every act of generosity strengthens our community.

Together, we can continue Building Community and Changing Lives.

Please consider supporting The Main Place during this year’s North Texas Giving Day and help us reach even more neighbors in need.

Join our mission. Make a difference. Give with purpose.

https://www.northtexasgivingday.org/organization/the-main-place

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🚨🚨 We Need Your Help! 🚨🚨Our community has come through for us so many times, and we are incredibly grateful. Right now, ...
08/14/2026

🚨🚨 We Need Your Help! 🚨🚨

Our community has come through for us so many times, and we are incredibly grateful. Right now, we have a great need for boys’ jeans and shorts size 14, as our supply has been completely depleted.

We are also in need of boys’ size 14 pants and joggers.

Parents, please take a look through your boys’ closets and see if you have anything they’ve outgrown. And if you’re out shopping and happen to find these items on sale, we would be so grateful if you could pick up a pair or two.

New and gently used clothing is always welcome. Every donation helps make sure our younger clients have the clothing they need.

Thank you for continuing to show up for our families. Your generosity truly makes a difference!

Please feel free to share this post.

08/06/2026

The Main Place was excited to be part of another Back-to-School event this past weekend!

It’s officially back-to-school season, and we are so grateful to partner with so many incredible nonprofits and organizations that love and serve our community so well.

A special thank you to Dallas College Irving, All Things Made New, and all of the amazing organizations and volunteers who helped make this event possible!

We wish all of our students, teachers, mentors, and everyone who pours into the lives of our children a successful, safe, and inspiring school year. Here's to a great year ahead!

07/27/2026

What a great Saturday!

The Main Place was thrilled to be part of the Supplies for Success event at Irving High School, hosted by the Irving Schools Foundation, alongside so many incredible community partners, participants, and donors.

It's always inspiring to see nonprofits, organizations, businesses, and volunteers come together with one shared goal to serve the Irving community and help students start the school year strong.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made this event possible and to all who continue to make a difference. We are proud to be part of such a caring and supportive community!


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2240 W. 5th Street
Dallas, TX
75060

Opening Hours

10am - 1pm

Telephone

+19722524082

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