Warehouses Plus & Our DFW Community Partners: Making a Local Impact

At Warehouses Plus, we’re proud to be tucked away in Plano and part of the vibrant DFW community. More than just providing flexible storage and office solutions, we believe in giving back and supporting the organizations and individuals who make our city a better place. This month, we’re shining a light on some incredible local heroes who are making a real difference.

A Conversation with Chef Mark: Feeding Our Summer Kids

The spirit of giving often starts with a genuine desire to help, and in Dallas, we’ve seen that commitment shine brightly through Catering by Chef Mark. Chef Mark, a beloved local caterer, has launched an inspiring summer lunch program to help ensure that local kids who rely on school meals don’t go hungry during the summer months. We recently spoke with Chef Mark to understand the heart behind his incredible initiative.

Warehouses Plus: Mark, thank you for taking the time. Your summer food program for kids gained so much attention within hours of its launch. Why is this cause so important to you?

Chef Mark: “Our summer school kids definitely need help. It’s a tough reality that Texas already leads the nation in hunger, and 1 in 5 kids face food insecurity. My aim with this is heartfelt; it’s about directly assisting those who genuinely need support—families who relied on school lunch programs, perhaps with both parents working multiple jobs just to get by.”

Warehouses Plus: You mentioned this cause is deeply personal. Can you share why?

Chef Mark: “Absolutely. My wife and I just left the movie theater, and I almost always get popcorn. Why? Well, as a child of a single, struggling parent—a mom who absolutely busted her butt for me at every turn—we didn’t have much. But my mom was smart. She knew popcorn would fill you up, and it was cheap. So there were nights she’d give me what little money she had, I’d walk to the 7-11, and get us popcorn for dinner. Little did I know then it wasn’t for a ‘cinematic adventure’ but simply what was available. I’ve gone without.”

Warehouses Plus: That’s incredibly powerful, Mark. It sounds like this is more than just a project for you.

Chef Mark: “There are a lot of things I’m horrible at, but being in service is in my blood. It’s who I am. So it’s as much a gift for me as it is possibly a need for them. This thought I had just days ago has really taken off—we already have several confirmed clients picking up food on Mondays, and more to come with this wider audience!”

Warehouses Plus: How does the program work for families who need meals?

Chef Mark: “Recipients text me their name, number of children, and any food allergies. We prepare three lunches per child for pickup this coming Monday from 9 am to 2 pm. Currently, it’s pick-up only at my kitchen: 8500 N. Stemmons, Suite 1080, Dallas. We hope to offer delivery options in the future, so stay tuned!”

Warehouses Plus: And for those in the community who want to help support this vital effort?

Chef Mark: “If anyone wants to donate, we would gladly accept. You can contribute via Venmo: @Chef-Mark-McDaniel or Zelle: (972) 984-0971. I’m sure I’m leaving plenty out, but I’m always happy to talk more. And again, thank you for shining a light on this!”

This initiative from Catering by Chef Mark highlights the incredible power of local businesses and dedicated individuals coming together to address a critical need. This truly compassionate effort even caught the attention of WFAA, who featured Chef Mark in an on-air interview. You can watch the segment and learn more about his incredible work here: Chef Mark

Trusted World: More Than Just a Non-Profit

Imagine a place where dignity is restored, and essential resources reach those who need them most. That’s Trusted World in Garland. This incredible non-profit works tirelessly to provide clothing, food, and other necessities to individuals and families in crisis, often partnering with local agencies to get help where it’s needed fastest.

We’re especially proud of our partnership with Trusted World because we provide their warehouse space free of charge. This means they can dedicate more of their vital resources directly to their mission rather than on storage costs. It’s our way of helping them extend their reach and amplify their impact right here in Plano and across DFW.

Want to help Trusted World make an even bigger difference? We’ve made it easy! You can drop off canned food and other nonperishable donations right here at our Warehouses Plus facility in our dedicated Trusted World donation bin. Every item helps support a DFW family in need.

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Our Commitment to DFW

These stories are just a few examples of the incredible work being done in the DFW Metroplex. At Warehouses Plus, we believe that a strong community builds strong businesses, and vice-versa. We’re honored to support these initiatives and look forward to continuing our role as a dedicated community partner.

Ready to find flexible space for your business, or curious about our community efforts? Contact Warehouses Plus today!