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Who we are and what we do: Developed by Solutions for Progress Inc., The Benefit Bank is an online service designed to secure funds and services for individuals and families working to overcome poverty and to build long-term financial stability. Dollar Value of benefits and tax refunds received since 2006: $795,300,000 Sites Established: 2,427 Counselors: 7,832
Texas Health Institute (THI) with its main office in the state's capital, Austin, is leading the development of health and health care solutions that shape the health care environment to improve the health of Texans and their communities. Toward that end THI has brought The Benefit Bank online service to Texas. News Channel 10, KFDA, Amarillo TX: Story and Video
The Benefit Bank of Texas Vision - To build a diverse network of volunteer and professional counselors at organizations, businesses, churches, health care and social service providers, child care centers, government offices and community centers united in helping Texans in need.
The Benefit Bank of Texas Mission - To be a network of caring individuals reaching out to their neighbors where they live, work, play and pray; helping them to find food for their families, health care, prescription assistance, tax credits, Pell Grants, and other student and worker supports.
Eligibles but Not Receiving Pell Grants for student financial aid
160,092
Seniors in Poverty
454,100
Origin of the Name Texas - The Caddo Indians of eastern Texas called their group of tribes the "Tejas," meaning "those who are friends" State Nickname - The Lone Star State State Motto - Friendship State Song - "Texas, Our Texas"