EmpowerU

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What We do

Help Single Mothers in Dallas Increase their Personal, Financial, and Earning Capacity

For a single mother, the idea of providing a secure and sustainable life for them and their child often feels out of reach. There are more questions than answers and less support than one might think. Our EmpowerU program ensures you begin this journey surrounded by a cohort of mothers like you and supported by experts who can guide your success.

How it Works

Guided Education and Recovery

Participation in EmpowerU requires a commitment from each mother. You will undergo an assessment and life skills development process with your assigned advocate to help develop a workable strategy for what lies ahead. Expecting mothers are also paired with a “mommy mentor” (someone who has navigated a similar situation) who will work with you throughout the program.

You’ll develop an individual Birthing Plan to prepare to manage resources, time, and childcare, then develop a Funding Plan to ensure you have an income stream for future growth.

During this time, you’ll continue to refine your plans with your cohort of five to ten mothers and your mommy mentors, creating a sense of empowered community.

You’ll present your plans to your cohort and mommy mentors to graduate. Upon successful completion of the program, you’ll receive a $300 baby bundle starter kit, a pack-and-play, and a 529K College Savings Plan with seed funding in partnership with United Way of Metropolitan Dallas’ Dollars for College program. 

Since 2015

We Have Helped Over 400 Mothers Achieve Lasting Recovery

When it comes to success, it’s best we let the record speak for itself. See some of our recent EmpowerU alumni. By donating to ilooklikeLOVE, you have the opportunity to support more mothers on the path toward sustainability.

When it comes to success, it’s best we let our mothers speak for themselves. See what some of our EmpowerU alumni say about their growth through the program.

Watch their stories

Wendy Floyd

Graduated Summer 2023

Wendy came to us in 2023 wanting to learn more about how to budget and save for her young family. She graduated from the EmpowerU Money Camp this summer. We’re so excited to join in her journey towards building a brighter future for her and baby!

Zariah Brown

Graduated Summer 2023

Zariah, a first-time mom, always wanted to learn more about how to save. Now, as a recent graduate from our EmpowerU Program for Single Mothers, she has the tools and knowledge to build a more sustainable future.

YOUR JOURNEY

Your Path to a Sustainable Future

ilooklikeLOVE positions itself as the bridge between a healthy birth and a more stable life for mothers and their babies. We ensure that both mother and baby have the support and resources needed for stability, improvement, and growth.

Partners who focus on pre-birth healthcare and pregnancy education

Partners who focus on workforce education and career skills

FAQs

You Have Questions. We have answers.

Questions about beginning your journey through the EmpowerU program? Some of our most common questions and answers are here but don’t hesitate to reach out to us directly via phone or email.

The cohort last eight weeks. 

Participation is free for mothers in need.

Any first-time single mother in Dallas can apply to join EmpowerU and will be accepted if all application requirements are met.

Beyond the knowledge, community, and empowerment, upon successful completion of the program you’ll receive a $300 baby bundle starter kit, a pack-and-play, and a 529K College Savings Plan with seed funding in partnership with United Way of Metropolitan Dallas’ Dollars for College program.