Welcome to the Spring 2026 Edition of the Council Connection!
In this issue, we take a walk through the Council’s history as we reflect on eight decades of impact and look ahead to the opening of our new Fort Worth campus through the Transforming for Tomorrow Campaign. We’re also highlighting how we’re expanding access to care through Spanish-language resources, spotlighting the work of Mayra Berrios in our Enduring Families program, and sharing how you can support our mission through the Birdies for Charity campaign this spring. Together, these stories reflect the dedication of our staff, the resilience of the individuals we serve, and the generosity of a community that continues to make this work possible.
Agency Updates:
80 Years of Impact
In 2026, Recovery Resource Council celebrates 80 years of serving North Texas. Our story began in 1946, when community leaders came together with a shared belief that education, trusted resources, and community support could help people struggling with alcoholism find hope and healing. Newspaper articles from the Council’s early years tell the story of physicians, ministers, and volunteers working together to create one of the region’s first organizations dedicated to addressing alcoholism as a public health issue.
In those early days, the Council focused primarily on education and information—helping families understand addiction and connecting people with support. Over the decades, that mission continued to evolve as the needs of our communities changed.
Today, the Council provides a comprehensive approach to wellness and recovery through prevention education, recovery support services, mental health counseling, housing programs, and specialized services for veterans and families. What began as a small educational effort has grown into one of the region’s leading nonprofit behavioral healthcare providers, serving tens of thousands of individuals and families each year across North Texas, West Texas, and the Panhandle.
As we reflect on eight decades of progress, we are also looking ahead. Through our Transforming for Tomorrow Campaign, the Council has expanded our capacity to serve the community for generations to come. Construction of our new Fort Worth campus is nearing completion, with staff expected to move into the building by the end of April. Afterward, renovations will begin at our Dallas office, enhancing counseling space and creating a more welcoming and accessible environment for individuals and families seeking support.
These new and improved spaces represent the next chapter in the Council’s story—ensuring that the mission that began in 1946 continues to grow, adapt, and meet the needs of our communities for decades to come. We look forward to celebrating this milestone year with our community and sharing more stories from the Council’s history in the months ahead—including a special 80th anniversary video honoring the people who have shaped our work over the past eight decades.
Community Engagement:
Expanding Access for Spanish Speakers
At Recovery Resource Council, we believe that wellness and recovery services should be accessible to everyone—including the many individuals and families in our community who speak Spanish.
For many, language can be a significant barrier to accessing care. Across the United States, Hispanic and Latino individuals are about 28% less likely to access mental health services than the general population. Substance use also remains a concern, with an estimated 12.7% of Hispanic or Latino individuals ages 12 and older experiencing a substance use disorder in 2020.
This spring, the Council is proud to share a new Spanish-language video that highlights our mission, programs, and the impact of our work across North Texas, West Texas, and the Panhandle. The video features staff and leadership sharing how the Council supports individuals facing substance use, mental health challenges, and housing instability.
From prevention programs for youth to outpatient treatment, housing services, and mental health counseling, the Council offers a comprehensive approach to care designed to meet people where they are. With bilingual staff across all programs, individuals and families can access support in a way that feels comfortable and understood.
By expanding access to Spanish-language resources, the Council is working to reduce barriers to care and ensure that more members of our community feel seen, supported, and empowered to seek help. As shared in the video, “el bienestar y la recuperación deben ser accesibles para todos”—wellness and recovery should be accessible for all.
Staff Spotlight:
Meet Mayra Berrios
Mayra Berrios is the Assistant Director and Intake Coordinator for the Council’s Enduring Families program, where she supports veterans and their families through trauma-informed counseling and care.
Mayra’s path to this work is deeply rooted in service. She served as a Fleet Marine Force (FMF) Corpsman and Medical Laboratory Technician during her enlistment with tours both overseas and stateside. After her military service, she continued supporting others by working with survivors of domestic violence and volunteering as a Sexual Assault Victim Advocate in Tarrant County.
Her connection to the veteran community—and her own experience transitioning out of the military—inspired her to continue serving in a new way. “After discharging from the Navy, I felt like I wasn’t done serving,” Mayra shared. “Working with the veteran community feels like I am still serving the community that I am a part of.”
Since joining the Council in 2023, Mayra has played a key role in helping veterans and their families access care. Through Enduring Families, she helps coordinate intakes, connect clients to counseling services, and ensure individuals receive the support and resources they need. The program provides individual, couples, and child play therapy—supporting both veterans and their loved ones as they navigate the impacts of trauma, stress, and life transitions.
For Mayra, one of the most rewarding parts of her work is helping veterans reconnect with stability and support. “After my enlistment ended, I struggled alone to find my place outside the military,” she shared. “Through Enduring Families, veterans don’t have to struggle alone.”
By strengthening veterans and their families, Mayra’s work helps create more stable homes, reduce isolation, and promote long-term mental health and well-being. Through compassion, connection, and a continued commitment to service, she plays an important role in helping individuals and families move forward with hope.
Supporting Our Mission:
Birdies for Charity and the Power of Giving Back
The Birdies for Charity program, hosted by Fort Worth Colonial Charities, is more than just a fundraiser—it’s a community-driven initiative that brings people together to support local nonprofits while celebrating one of Fort Worth’s biggest sporting events, the Charles Schwab Challenge.
Every May, golf fans, businesses, and organizations rally around Birdies for Charity, turning every birdie scored during the tournament into an opportunity to uplift local causes. Since its launch, the program has raised millions for North Texas charities, demonstrating the power of collective generosity. In 2024 alone, it generated over $20 million for local organizations, including Recovery Resource Council.
As a longtime beneficiary, the Council is honored to be part of this initiative, which strengthens our ability to serve veterans, unhoused, youth, and families on their path to recovery and wellness. Plus, thanks to Fort Worth Colonial Charities’ matching gift, every donation made to the Council between March 1 and May 22 will be boosted with additional funds—so your support can go even further.
Whether you’re a golf fan or just passionate about giving back, Birdies for Charity is a great way to support the Council and make a lasting impact in North Texas. Learn more about the program and make a pledge today.