ABOUT US
Dedicated Hands is a community-based nonprofit dedicated to creating pathways to stability, independence, and long-term success. Our primary focus is supporting veterans and individuals transitioning from incarceration through structured housing and supportive services, while also serving women, families, youth, and individuals experiencing hardship through education, mentorship, basic-needs assistance, and community outreach.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to restore stability and create pathways to independence through the RESTORE Method™—providing structured housing, employment readiness, support systems, accountability, education, reintegration, and empowerment. While our primary housing and transitional services focus on veterans and individuals returning from incarceration, Dedicated Hands also strengthens women, families, youth, and underserved members of our community through supportive programs and essential resources.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to build communities where individuals and families have the structure, resources, opportunities, and support needed to move beyond instability and achieve lasting independence.
OUR STORY
Dedicated Hands was founded on the belief that temporary assistance alone is not enough to create lasting change. People facing housing instability, reentry after incarceration, financial hardship, or other life challenges often need structure, resources, accountability, opportunity, and continued support to successfully rebuild.
That belief led to the development of the RESTORE Method™—our structured approach to helping individuals move from instability toward independence.
Our work primarily addresses the needs of veterans and individuals transitioning from incarceration, while our broader community programs support women, families, youth, and others experiencing hardship. Through housing support, employment readiness, mentorship, education, basic-needs assistance, family support, and community outreach, Dedicated Hands works to strengthen the whole community—not simply address an immediate need.
COMPASSION
We treat everyone with kindness, respect, and dignity.
STABILITY
We provide safe housing and resources to build steady lives.
COMMUNITY
We believe in the power of community and lasting relationships.
INDEPENDENCE
We empower individuals to rebuild their lives and create a better future.
DR. ZANAE BROWN
FOUNDER
Dr. Zanae Brown is the Founder of Dedicated Hands, a non-profit organization committed to creating safe, stable, and supportive housing opportunities for veterans and individuals working toward independence. As an entrepreneur, mentor, and community leader, Dr. Brown has built multiple businesses while remaining passionate about giving back and creating real change within underserved communities.
Through Dedicated Hands, her mission is to provide more than just housing but also structure, resources, encouragement, and a pathway toward stability. Inspired by a desire to help individuals regain confidence and rebuild their lives, she is dedicated to creating an environment where residents feel supported, respected, and empowered to move forward.
SAYLON MONTGOMERY
CO-FOUNDER
Saylon Montgomery is the Co-Founder of Dedicated Hands and plays an important role in the organization’s vision and day-to-day support efforts. With a passion for helping others and making a positive impact in the community, he is committed to creating a safe and welcoming environment for veterans and individuals seeking stability and independence.
His focus is centered around support, encouragement, and helping residents feel valued while working toward a better future. Together, Saylon and Dr. Brown share a mission of building a program rooted in compassion, accountability, and community support.
TOGETHER, WE CAN BUILD A BETTER TOMORROW!
DEDICATED HANDS
501 (c)(3) Nonprofit Organization
EIN: 33-2575314
(318) 774-0600
1515 N TOWN EAST BLVD 138
MEQUITE, TX 75150
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