Advancing Economic Empowerment for Survivors of Human Trafficking

The City of Dallas is soliciting proposals from 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations to provide economic empowerment services for survivors of human trafficking through the Office of Housing and Community Empowerment. The primary objective is to address community-wide gaps in support services by funding organizations that can provide comprehensive wrap-around social services, workforce readiness support, job matching, professional development, and ongoing case management for trafficking survivors. Eligible organizations must demonstrate at least 12 months of direct experience working with human trafficking survivors and develop strategies to enhance survivors' economic opportunities. The procurement will competitively award funds ranging from $40,000 to $100,000 to multiple organizations, with contract implementation beginning around December 10, 2025, and a contract duration of one to eighteen months. Proposals will be evaluated based on three key criteria: experience (40 points), approach (30 points), and project budget/cost (30 points). The solicitation was posted on September 18, 2025, with proposals due by October 24, 2025. Successful applicants must comply with the City's wage floor requirement of $22.05 per hour and submit monthly progress reports tracking specific performance metrics such as employment rates and income levels.

The opportunity is specifically restricted to 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) with a Unique Entity ID (UEI). The City defines survivors broadly, including high-risk individuals, past and current victims, and those suspected of being trafficking victims. Organizations must provide a comprehensive board information profile, demonstrate organizational capacity, and meet specific insurance requirements, including Commercial General Liability Insurance ($500,000 per occurrence), Professional Liability Insurance ($500,000 per claim), and Cyber/Technology Network Liability Insurance ($1,000,000 per claim). The total available funding for this initiative is $100,000, with individual awards ranging from $40,000 to $100,000. Proposing organizations must submit detailed documentation, including Articles of Incorporation, By-Laws, IRS tax-exempt status letter, recent board meeting minutes, and a Program Budget Worksheet. The City of Dallas will prioritize organizations that can show a holistic approach to economic empowerment, with a focus on sustainable employment and ongoing support for survivors.