2025 Has Been A Big Year So Far
Originally published in the 2025 DRC Homecomer
We knew 2025 would be a big year for the DRC, but we never thought it would be THIS big. We started off with appointing a new Executive Director, then recorded the biggest Breakfast with the Mayor in its 16-year history (more on page 10), and have since expanded our staff to help even more of our unsheltered neighbors in Tarrant County.
This year has also brought some unprecedented changes, too. With mounting challenges and ever-changing regulations, the need to be even more supportive is crucial to our home.
Partnership Home reported that there were more than 2,500 people experiencing homelessness in Tarrant County as of Q2 2025, with unsheltered homelessness making up 43% of that population.
Federal support for human services has been cut drastically, averaging 30-40% decreases for most service agencies.
Harmful bills like HB1925 (banning public camping) and new attacks on housing-focused programs have criminalized unsheltered homelessness, while also passing the responsibility of enforcement and costs to local resources and taxpayers, with no increase in federal support.
AND THE PRESSURE IS ON!
Unfortunately, DRC Solutions is not immune to these tough times. Tony Wilson knows our team is tougher, smarter, and will always persevere for our most vulnerable neighbors.
“It takes all of us - neighbors, partners, donors, and advocates - to create a community where no one is left behind. If you believe in that vision, I invite you to be part of the solution.” - Tony Wilson, LMSW Executive Director
The DRC Solutions team tries to bring hope to the bleakest of situations in our shared neighborhoods. So even when the light seems to flicker, Team DRC (and yes, that includes you) will always choose to focus on the bright side. The following numbers represent real people whose lives have been changed for the better thanks to you. Together, your generosity, your time, and your belief in a better Tarrant County have made this impact possible. Just check out what we’ve accomplished from January to August 2025!
2,642 critical documents replaced for 1,743 people
95 housing solutions accessed for unsheltered individuals
1,570 evaluated for housing opportunities
58 children housed with their families
64 people ended their homelessness by reuniting with family via Greyhound
178 households with case management
