Cactus
$8,000,000
JBS USA Donation Supports Affordable Housing Projects in Cactus and Dumas
A JBS investment of $8 million went toward the development of affordable housing in the Cactus, TX, and Dumas, TX, communities.
$14,444,014
Texas
Hometown Strong Projects in Texas
Cactus, Texas
Cactus
$525,000
JBS USA’s Gift Upgraded Dumas Demon Facilities
A JBS USA gift of $525,000 funded improvements to the Dumas Demon Dome and weight room. The project expanded and enhanced the Dumas Independent School District’s Demon Dome, providing additional space for meeting rooms, offices, and an expanded weight room for Dumas ISD athletes.
Cactus
$500,000
JBS USA Gift Supported Construction of the Cactus Aquatic Center
The Cactus Aquatic Center included a variety of recreational activities, improving the quality of life for members of the community and providing enhanced recruitment points for the city. JBS USA’s investment made the company a contributing partner on the project, which had an overall budget of $2.75 million.
Cactus
$391,521
JBS USA Gift Supported Sunray ISD Students Through Dual Credit and CTE Programs
The grant funded dual credit hours and several Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs over a two-year period. Sunray ISD enrolled students in at least 300 hours of total college credit per semester, and the grant allowed the district to cover the cost of tuition and books, helping students get a head start through Amarillo College and Frank Phillips College.
Cactus
$254,750
JBS USA Enhanced Local Facility with $254,750 Investment
JBS USA provided $254,750 for a series of facility improvements for the Cowboy Classic Rodeo in Dumas. The upgrades included a new concession stand, a hospitality suite for VIP guests, partial bleacher covering to provide shade, and enhancements to the rough stock chutes.
Cactus
$250,000
JBS USA Gift Supported Moore County Hospital District Expansion
The Moore County Health Foundation received a $250,000 grant from JBS Cactus through its Hometown Strong program. The grant supported the Foundation’s Capital Campaign for the construction of the Moore County Hospital District’s patient care addition.
Cactus
$225,000
JBS USA Investment Revamped Dumas Little League Complex
A JBS USA gift, combined with planned investment from the City of Dumas, gave the Dumas Little League Complex a much-needed facelift, making it more user-friendly and safer for the 500+ youths in the community who used it. The project included updates and renovations to bleachers, storage for maintenance equipment and supplies, an infield groomer, batting cages, portable pitchers mounds, a concession stand, and field supplies such as rakes, hand drags, a chalk machine, and more.
Cactus
$225,000
JBS USA Investment Supported Renovations to Care Net Pregnancy Resource Center
The Care Net Pregnancy Resource Center provided food, clothing, utility assistance, and many other services to families in Moore County—not just those who were pregnant. For example, the organization partnered with JBS USA each year on initiatives such as the Back to School Backpack Supply Drive, Bundle Up Cactus Coat Drive, Shop With a Cop, and various food distribution events. This JBS USA gift supported renovations to the center, helping create a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for families to receive services.
Cactus
$202,000
JBS Gift Renovated Utley Park in Dumas
A JBS gift of $202,000 supported renovations to Utley Park in Dumas, including the improvement and addition of soccer fields, to provide a safe, modern recreational space for families in the area.
Cactus
$200,000
JBS USA’s Gift Helped Upgrade Cactus Parks
A JBS USA gift of $200,000 helped develop and improve the existing baseball field, and supported the installation of a new volleyball court and sepak takraw court. The funds also contributed to building restrooms and concession stands, as well as enhancing native landscaping.
Cactus
$90,788
JBS USA Gift Provided Lifesaving Equipment for Moore County EMS
JBS USA awarded a Hometown Strong grant to the Moore County Health Foundation for the purchase of two defibrillators for Moore County Emergency Medical Services. This essential equipment enhanced the safety and readiness of MCHD EMS ambulances.
Cactus
$75,000
JBS USA Gift Improved Sunray Parks
JBS USA’s investment of $75,000 funded updates to Painters Park and Greg Smith Memorial Park in Sunray. The project included playsets designed for children of all ages, benches for parents, and grills for family cookouts. It also added six fitness stations along the 1/3-mile walking trail at Greg Smith Memorial Park.
Cactus
$75,000
JBS USA Gift Supported Expansion of Services at Cactus Well Health Center
A JBS USA gift of $75,000 supported the Well Health Center in expanding services and growing several medical programs, including immunizations for children and adults, prenatal services, general medical care, work-related physicals, immigration physicals, phlebotomy services, and general operations.
Cactus
$35,000
JBS USA Investment Improved Moore County YMCA Facility
By upgrading the scoreboard and women’s locker room at the Moore County YMCA, JBS USA’s investment enhanced the overall experience for community members using the facility, which offered after-school programming, youth sports, and more.
Cactus
$22,500
JBS Gift Supported Sunray Youth Baseball and Softball Programs
A JBS gift of $22,500 supported youth athletics in Sunray, funding several projects for the baseball and softball leagues. These included new team equipment, softball dugout upgrades, a softball press box, a drink cooler for the concession stand, field clay, and more.
Cactus
$10,000
JBS USA Donation Funded Visitor Center Park
The donation funded the creation of a park near the Chamber’s office and visitor center.
Cactus
$10,000
JBS USA Investment to Support Moore County United Way
With this investment, JBS USA will help fund the work of the 19 partner agencies that the United Way of Moore County helps support throughout the year.
Mt. Pleasant, Texas
Mt. Pleasant
$1,400,000
Pilgrim’s Investment Funded Construction of Community Center
A Pilgrim’s gift of $1.4 million completely funded the construction of the Mt. Pleasant Community Center, which houses basketball courts, indoor soccer courts, a kitchen for children’s summer meal programs, and five classrooms used for after-school enrichment and tutoring.
Nacogdoches, Texas
Nacogdoches
$693,500
Pilgrim’s Investment Upgraded the Nacogdoches Sportsplex
A total of $693,500 funded necessary upgrades and improvements to the local SportsPlex, allocated in two waves. The first wave of upgrades included restroom facilities, fencing and field netting, parking lot lighting and paving, and the installation of an electronic scoreboard. A second wave of funding provided additional improvements, including the paving of sidewalks, installation of a field drainage system, and new soccer equipment.
Nacogdoches
$31,500
Pilgrim’s Gift Supported Local Charities
A Pilgrim’s gift of $31,500 supported local charities—Hope Food Pantry, Sacred Heart Food Pantry, and Saks of Love—in their mission to feed, clothe, and assist community members in need.
Lufkin, Texas
Lufkin
$500,000
Pilgrim’s Investment Helped the Salvation Army Upgrade and Renovate Community Gymnasium and Facilities
This investment covered improvements and updates to the gymnasium, where the community can host volleyball, basketball, and other sports leagues. It is also used for children’s summer programs, community events, food drives, and more.
Lufkin
$112,030
Pilgrim’s Investment Helped Boys and Girls Club Improve and Expand Services
This project allowed the Boys and Girls Club of Deep East Texas to make improvements in five key areas. The gift helped purchase 50 additional Chromebooks for online learning and two vans to transport children from school to the club and to field trips. From a health and wellness perspective, the investment funded a larger refrigerator, a new stove, and a storage unit, enabling the center to offer cooking classes. Additionally, part of the funds were used for pool and gym updates.
Lufkin
$30,000
Pilgrim’s Investment Funded Purchase of Picnic Tables for Kurth Primary School
Pilgrim’s investment funded the purchase of 25 outdoor picnic tables in Kurth Primary School’s colors, allowing students to maintain social distancing during lunch and classroom time.
Waco, Texas
Waco
$250,000
Pilgrim’s Gift Built Turf Practice Fields for China Spring Youth Athletics
A Pilgrim’s gift of $250,000 was used to build three synthetic turf practice and competition fields for the China Spring Youth Athletics Association (CSYAA), serving young athletes in a small town located just 12 miles northwest of Waco. This investment also contributed to the expansion and renovation of the complex’s concession stands and bathroom facilities.