What: The COC Youth Committee organizes the Metro Dallas Youth Count (MDYC) to gain a better understanding of the conditions of young people living without a home or in unstable housing in our community, and how we can better serve them.
When: Monday, June 17th, 2019 and Friday, June 21st, 2019 from 7-10 AM, 2-5 PM, and 8-11 PM.
Who: Anyone 18+ can volunteer.
Where: Dallas and Collin Counties. Volunteer deployment sites vary by city.
How to Register: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=15wYwKLwCUmx-zyUSGfIsRK86JWwQcFDuO5gfuAQDPdUNkowOTA1Slc1VUpYRzk5SFNKNVNYRTVTQi4u.
Parking: Varies by deployment site
- You will receive an email with your assignment that will include details on where to park prior to the Count.
Spread the Word: Email folks the link to our Registration and share on social media!
Social Media: #MDYC2019 #YourVoiceCounts
FAQs
Can I put together a team?
Yes, you can. Just indicate to us you would like to serve together. However, each individual will need to register on their own.
Is there any paperwork I need to fill out?
Yes, you will sign a waiver at the beginning of your shift.
Is there anything else I need to do in advance?
Please mark your calendar for our Volunteer Training, on Saturday, June 8th, details to come.
Will you have care packages to give to those we count?
Yes! We hope to have a limited number of care packages, sometimes nicknamed “blessing bags”, for you to hand out. You may also prepare your own. Here is just one cool resource to help you do that: Blessing Bags – Keep on Hand for those in Need or Donate + FREE Printable Checklist & Encouragement Cards
Will I get reminders and updates about the Count?
Oh, yes.
I still have questions. What should I do?
If you have any questions you can email countusindallas@gmail.com.
In 2018, Our CoC Youth Committee held a gathering on the state of youth homelessness, called See Us Now, during which they shared a report on youth homelessness, containing data from the 2018 Youth Count.
