Who We Are
A faith-rooted nonprofit delivering practical, measurable community transformation in Lake Como and across North Texas β one person, one family, one block at a time.
Building People,
Restoring Hope
Lake Commissioned Economic & Community Development Corp (LC ECDC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit established in 2025 and rooted in the Lake Como neighborhood of Fort Worth, Texas. We exist to help individuals and families move from instability to opportunity through practical, faith-driven programs that produce lasting, measurable outcomes.
Our work is inspired by the Great Commission (Matthew 28) and the promise of Ephesians 3:20 β that God is able to do immeasurably more than we could ask or imagine. We carry that spirit into every program we design, every partnership we build, and every life we serve.
π Faith-Driven
Our values are rooted in a commitment to the dignity, purpose, and potential of every person.
π Community-First
Programs are designed with β not for β the communities we serve.
π Results-Oriented
Every initiative tracks clear metrics: placements, stability, participation, and long-term outcomes.
π€ Partnership-Rooted
We convene faith institutions, government, schools, and employers around shared goals.
Our Target Beneficiaries
We serve low-to-moderate income individuals and families across the Greater Fort Worth region facing significant barriers to economic stability, safety, and well-being.
Low-Income Families
Individuals and families earning below 80% of Area Median Income, including working-class households increasingly vulnerable due to rising costs and stagnant wages.
Youth & Young Adults
At-risk students, foster youth, and disconnected youth ages 14β24 vulnerable to school dropout, unemployment, and cycles of poverty in Tarrant County.
Justice-Involved Individuals
Returning citizens and ex-offenders facing a 27β50% unemployment rate upon reentry, at heightened risk of recidivism and homelessness across North Texas.
Veterans & Their Families
Texas has the 2nd-largest veteran population in the U.S. Many struggle with mental health, unemployment, and housing insecurity upon returning to civilian life.
Elderly Populations
Seniors facing social isolation, financial hardship, and barriers to healthcare in low-income communities across the DFW region.
Racial & Ethnic Minorities
African American, Hispanic/Latino, and other underrepresented communities disproportionately impacted by poverty, unemployment, and limited service access.
The Need in North Texas
North Texas represents a dynamic blend of opportunity and stark disparity. While the region experiences significant growth, many residents remain excluded from its gains.
Of Tarrant County residents live below the federal poverty line, with cost-of-living increases outpacing wage growth.
Unemployment rate among individuals reentering society after incarceration β contributing to recidivism and homelessness.
Texas leads the nation in incarceration rates, creating a massive need for reentry workforce and housing services.
Texas has the 2nd-largest veteran population in the U.S., many of whom face mental health and housing challenges in DFW.
Minority communities in North Texas face higher rates of unemployment, chronic disease, and lower educational attainment. Neighborhoods with predominantly minority populations often experience limited access to quality services β precisely where Lake Commissioned focuses.
Thousands of at-risk youth in Tarrant County are academically behind or disconnected from school and work. Foster youth aging out of care frequently lack stable housing and supportive networks. Without deliberate intervention, these patterns repeat across generations.
Lake Commissioned Economic & Community Development Corp exists to interrupt these cycles β deploying faith-driven, practical solutions that equip individuals with skills, connect families to stability, and build neighborhoods where everyone can thrive.
The Team Behind the Mission
Lake Commissioned is guided by a dedicated board of directors and professional staff who bring decades of experience in ministry, community development, business, and public service.
Dr. Patrick M. Thomas serves as the founding Executive Director of Lake Commissioned Economic & Community Development Corp, bringing a wealth of leadership, strategic vision, and deep commitment to community transformation in North Texas. He holds an MBA and DBA, and has dedicated his career to designing and delivering impactful services for marginalized and underserved populations. Dr. Thomas leads initiatives spanning workforce development, economic empowerment, housing support, trauma-informed care, and behavioral health. Known for his collaborative, pastoral leadership style, he also serves in a pastoral leadership role at Lake Como Church of Christ.
Pastor Jarvis Davis brings over 9 years of leadership experience in ministry and community engagement to his role as Board President. As a pastor and associate minister, Jarvis provides spiritual grounding and strategic oversight to the Foundation's governance, ensuring the organization remains anchored to its faith-driven mission while pursuing measurable community impact across North Texas.
Cyrus Thompson is a cybersecurity professional with Fort Worth ISD and founder of Lake Como Community of Hope. His technical expertise and deep community roots guide the Foundation's operational integrity and its grassroots connections in the Lake Como neighborhood.
Board of Directors
Our board reflects the breadth of professional expertise and community commitment required to steward a high-impact nonprofit organization.
Manager at Lockheed Martin with 25 years of experience. Also serves as the Lake Como Alumni Association representative, bringing operational discipline and deep neighborhood roots to the board.
Licensed Mental Health Professional and educator who guides the Foundation's behavioral health and youth programming strategy with clinical expertise and community care.
Business leader with a finance background and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority affiliation. She provides financial stewardship and connections to a broad network of civic leaders.
The Foundation is identifying a qualified Treasurer to provide financial oversight as the organization scales its programs and grant portfolio.