EnVision Center of Fort Worth

The Fort Worth EnVision Center is designed to empower individuals and families by providing centralized resources and support to help them achieve self-sufficiency.

These centers aim to connect communities with critical federal resources and programs, helping residents improve their economic outlook and quality of life.

Goals - Four Pillars of Opportunity

EnVision Centers offer support and measure success based on four pillars of opportunity.

Economic Empowerment

The Economic Empowerment pillar is designed to improve the economic sustainability of individuals residing in HUD-assisted housing by empowering them with opportunities to improve their economic outlook.

Educational Advancement

The Education pillar seeks to bring educational opportunities directly to HUD-assisted housing and includes partnering with public and private organizations that approach education in non-traditional ways on non-traditional platforms.

Health and Wellness

The Health and Wellness pillar is designed to improve access to health outcomes by individuals and families living in HUD-assisted housing.

Character and Leadership

The Character and Leadership pillar is designed to enable all individuals and families residing in HUD-assisted housing, especially young people, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens by encouraging participation in volunteer and mentoring opportunities.

Jobs

Job & Career Fairs

EnVision Center regularly invites area company representatives to career and job fairs hosted at the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center designed to inform job seekers of job openings and opportunities. We encourage participants to be prepared and bring a least dozen copies of their resume and cover letter.

Summer Camp

Aspiring Young Lawyers Summer Camp

The Aspiring Young Lawyers Summer Camp introduces Tarrant County youth to the many roles lawyers and policymakers play in our society. The camp is an opportunity for youth to observe and learn some of the necessary skills required to become future lawyers, judges and protectors of the judicial system.

Law lectures include topics such as Criminal Law, Trial Advocacy, Tort Law, Civil Procedure, Law School Academia/Competition Preparation, Family Law, Immigration, Public Office and preparing opening and closing arguments for a mock trial.

The camp is sponsored by the L. Clifford Davis Legal Association, in partnership with the City of Fort Worth EnVision Center.

Financial

Financial Empowerment

The Fort Worth EnVision Center teams up with area agencies to host Financial Empowerment seminars to educate the community on making positive decisions for financial stability and well-being.

The emotional component of personal finances is just as important. When people feel more financially empowered, they also feel more confident in making decisions to change the trajectory of their lives. Sessions include steps to help people overcome financial roadblocks, increase their income, pay off debt and save for their financial goals.

Tuition

Tuition Assistance Program

Provides tuition assistance to eligible residents of Fort Worth and HUD-assisted housing for job training and short-term certifications. The City of Fort Worth EnVision Center has received funding to assist income-eligible residents who want to advance their education and employment. Education programs are offered through partnerships with:

Tarrant County College
Stone Academy
Goodwill Industries
CLC Inc.
Various Tarrant County education, civic, faith-based and community partners

The EnVision Center negotiates the agreement with the education providers who will receive payment directly. No out-of-pocket cost for those enrolled.

Step 1.Tuition Assistance funds can help with:

Workforce training
Short-term certifications
High school equivalency completion
Apprenticeships
Literacy education
ESL programs

Step 2.Participants may also be eligible to receive assistance with:

Books and supplies
Uniforms and clothing
Transportation
Laptops

Maximum benefit limit of $4,000 per person.

Step 3.Who is eligible?

Participants must:

Live in a Tarrant County neighborhood or HUD-assisted housing
Meet specific income eligibility guidelines including proof of household income
Provide required documentation including picture ID, proof of citizenship, utility bills and proof of residency

Step 4.Types of programs that qualify for tuition assistance

Avionic maintenance
Automotive repair
Beauty school
Commercial driver
Culinary skills
Composite bonding
Computer systems
Forklift driving
Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC)
Manufacturing Skills Service Center (MSSC) safety training
Medical assistance including CPR/EKG certification
Office careers
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) training
Paralegal
Pharmacy tech
Phlebotomy certification
Security installation
Welding
And more!

EnCAP Case Management

We empower individuals through guided case management support and tuition assistance to gain skills, earn credentials, and achieve long-term financial stability.

Assistance can help cover tuition costs for:

• Workforce training

• Short-term certifications

• High school equivalency completion

• Apprenticeships

• Literacy education

• ESL programs

Enrolled clients may also be eligible to receive assistance with:

• Books and supplies

• Uniforms and clothing

• Laptops

• Tools and equipment

• Rent and utility assistance

Transportation

Maximum benefit limit of $6,000 per person.

Events

The Continuing the Climb Re-Entry Job & Resource Fair will focus on employment opportunities for individuals with challenged backgrounds. This event is also open to all job seekers.

This in-person event will host employers and resource agencies on April 29 at the
Resource Connection Gym
2300 Circle Drive
Fort Worth, TX 76119

In partnership with City of Fort Worth, Clear PathTX Statewide Expunction Project, Cornerstone Assistance Network, Envision Center, Goodwill North Central Texas, Redemption Bridge, Reentry First Stop Center for Tarrant County, Tarrant County, Tarrant County Sheriff’s Department and Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County, we will be hosting this event.

Resources

Administration

EnVision Center

Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center
5565 Truman Drive
Fort Worth, TX

Suzanne.Richards@FortWorthTexas.gov
817-392-2591

Equal Housing Opportunity

We do business in accordance with the Federal Fair Housing Law (The Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1968). It is illegal to discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familiar status or national origin.