A nonprofit that many in Hurst rely on for hot meals, job resources and clothing is now facing an uncertain future. Leaders at The Awareness Project say they could be forced to shut down if they can’t find a more affordable place to operate.
“I don’t know what to do, honestly,” said Ryan Martinez, president of The Awareness Project.
Tuesday, signs hanging outside the nonprofit’s building tell the story of its struggle. Martinez said months of financial hardship have led to this. With expenses becoming impossible to sustain, the nonprofit is currently paying $7,500 a month in rent. He’s been operating on a month-to-month lease, but now the landlord is asking for either a three-year commitment or $10,000 a month…