When COVID-19 struck, Arlington Urban Ministries received hundreds of urgent requests for rent, utility and food assistance. They were elated when friends from YourTees, Jered and Casi Kriewall, both born and raised in Arlington, reached out to tell us that they had created “We are all in this together #ArlingtonStrong” T-shirts and yard signs and … [Read more...]
Arlington Urban Ministries is #ArlingtonStrong
Shop Local with These Chamber-Member Specials for July
Greater Arlington has a variety of local businesses with amazing specials going on daily. It is important to shop local and summer is the perfect opportunity to show your support to greater Arlington’s fantastic businesses. #ArlingtonStrong Candlewood Suites Arlington Phone: 817-649-3336 Services: Crisis rate $69 plus tax for a studio suite … [Read more...]
Nehemiah Company Successfully Supports Local Restaurants and Healthcare Workers with Feed The Frontline Campaign
The Nehemiah Company established the Nehemiah Cares campaign at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The campaign was initially created to celebrate the dedicated healthcare workers who were working tirelessly in medical facilities, and continuously putting themselves at risk to serve the community. The company exceeded its initial goal of … [Read more...]
ShareFest Texas Teams Up with Trek Bicycles of Arlington to Give Bikes to Greater Arlington Citizens in Need
"Pay It Forward" is the message of ShareFest Texas Founder John Thielman. Through ShareFest, Thielman has found a creative and impactful way to bring organizations and people together to help those in need in greater Arlington. During this unprecedented time, Sharefest has launched a project to put bikes in the hands of people who need … [Read more...]
Summer Family Fun in Greater Arlington
Summer is a great opportunity for families to spend time together and to kids to learn new skills at camps. Greater Arlington has a ton of activities for family and kids during these summer months. Six Flags Over Texas/Hurricane Harbor: Six Flags Over Texas and Hurricane Harbor re-opens to the public on June 22! It's time to get reacquainted … [Read more...]
Greater Arlington Chamber Awards $32,400 in Scholarships to Arlington ISD Seniors
The Greater Arlington Chamber is proud to partner with the Arlington Independent School District to provide a number of educational initiatives through our Partners in Education (PIE) Program. One of the many ways the Chamber develops the community’s future is by investing in our youth. Our partnerships allow us to support the ambitions of … [Read more...]