Stories

"Do You See Me?" – Johanna’s Story

Sold by her mother’s boyfriend to strangers—for drug money. Used, abused, and discarded by people who should’ve protected her. Not in a foreign country. Not in a far-off land. But right here—in our own backyard. In Montgomery County.

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What If Your Company Helped Transform a Generation? Porter Insurance Agency Just Said Yes.

NXT GEN NIGHTS — a weekly program at the H-Town Dream Center where teens ages 13–17 come every Tuesday night for mentorship, real-world lessons, a hot meal, and a safe place to grow.

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2024 MINISTRY IMPACT REPORT

Scripture tells us in Jeremiah 29:11, “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Because of your generosity, these plans are coming to life for so many in our community.

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Breaking Chains, Building Futures: A Story of Redemption and Hope

When she joined our NXT GEN Program, she discovered more than a program; she found a family. At first, she was quiet, her trust guarded, her words hesitant. But week after week, surrounded by mentors who saw her potential and peers who celebrated her for who she was, the walls she had built began to crumble.

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15 Years of Service: The Heart and Vision Behind H-Town Dream Center

Shawn and Shannon reflected on how faith, prayer, and community support have driven this mission.

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Hope, Healing, and Freedom: Shannon Nelson’s Journey to Overcome Breast Cancer

Seventeen years ago, Shannon received news that no one is ever prepared to hear—a diagnosis of stage 4 breast cancer, with doctors giving her only three months to live. It was a moment that could have shattered her, but Shannon found comfort in knowing that while this was man’s diagnosis, God had the final say...

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Meet Johanna: Breaking Barriers and Inspiring Hope

Johanna is living proof that when young people are given the right support, opportunities, and a safe place to grow, they can accomplish great things.

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From Despair to Hope: Christine's Full Circle Journey

Click here to view her inspiring testimony and see how the Dream Center is making a difference in our community.

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Blog Post: H-Town Dream Center's Hurricane Beryl Disaster Relief Efforts

We have served a total of 6,332 individuals and 1,289 households. This has only been possible with the generous support of our partners!

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Flooded With Love: A Community United for Disaster Relief

Flooded With Love Disaster Relief Concert was more than just an event—it was a testament to the power of community and the spirit of togetherness.

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The Power of 100: Transforming Lives One Gift at a Time

The Circle of 100 is an alliance of visionaries and change-makers dedicated to fostering lasting impact.

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Victoria's Inspiring Testimony

With a heart ready to mend and a spirit seeking guidance, she fully surrendered to God and found hope within the supportive walls of the Dream Center.

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Radell & Luke

As I step into the Dream Center Intern program, I carry with me the strength and freedom born from hope, service, and unwavering faith.

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Foundation of Hope: H-Town Dream Center's Beginning

As a single mother of three, a pivotal moment of courage propelled me from the shadows of domestic violence.

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A Heartfelt Story of Triumph

Six years ago, I was trapped in a nightmare I couldn't escape. The monsters in my life had held me captive, forced me into a world of darkness, and robbed me of my innocence. But then, I found refuge at the H-Town Dream Center, a place that gave me hope and helped me reclaim my life.

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Rebelled Against God

My ex-husband introduced me to a life of violence and drugs, and that's where my rebellion against God started. I was very naive and young. I got pregnant at 17, then we got married shortly after. Things would only get worse from there. He became abusive and controlling, and many years later, I got my first felony.

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Sold for Drugs by My Boyfriend

I ended up at H-town Dream Center on two different occasions to escape abusive relationships. The second man I dated sold me for drugs a few times, and through that, I got really hooked on drugs. After months of living that life, I knew I needed to get away. I didn’t know where to go, but I remembered how well the people at the Dream Center loved me.

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Listening to the Lord

The Lord told me, "I want you to move," and I said, move where Lord? Then, a few days after, He said, Texas. So on my birthday, I booked a flight here to Texas. On my trip, I met and talked with Samantha, Shawn and Shannon and told them about my experience and what God was telling me. Shortly afterward, they offered me a role on the team. I am so happy to be a part of the H-town Dream Center team and to help these girls who need the hope and healing of God.

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I'm Worth More Than My Situation

At the Dream Center, I have learned how much God loves my children and me and that I'm worth more than my situation. I am healing from the inside out, learning forgiveness and replacing lies with the truth of God's word.

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Empty, Alone and Hopeless

My mom then became more like a friend than a parent. We began partying together, and it wasn't long until we were doing drugs like weed and meth together. By age 15, I got kicked out of school for having drugs and chose to finish out in home school. By 17, mom and I were evicted from our apartment, and I was forced to go live with my father.

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Breaking Free from the Chains of Trafficking

The emotional and mental wounds that human trafficking survivors experience can be disorienting and crippling and take years to confront. But even still, God began to restore her hope that all was not lost.

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God Loved Me Before I Knew Him

From shooting up meth just a few months before to now being here and pregnant with this baby, I began to realize God had His hand over me and my daughter's life before I even knew Him. God loved me before I knew Him. So I knew that I couldn't have an abortion. His plan was already proving to be much better than mine had been.

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A Safe Place to Find Healing

While I'm not perfect, being delivered from an abusive relationship has opened doors for God to heal me and continue His work in me. During an assignment, we were asked to find and write down a scripture we were standing on. I came across Psalm 34:18, which states: "The LORD is near to the brokenhearted, and saves the crushed in spirit." Crushed is exactly what I felt but could not put in words.

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