ARLINGTON, TEXAS — Pastor Dr. Ronnie Goines, a respected spiritual leader and community visionary, has taken a major step toward protecting and empowering the Arlington community. The IMPACT Center, founded by Pastor Dr. Ronnie Goines, has officially been designated as a disaster relief location and is now in negotiations to become a power resiliency center—providing safe, reliable support for families and youth during emergencies and weather-related crises.
Pastor Dr. Ronnie Goines, founder and senior pastor of KOINONIA Christian Church in Arlington, Texas, has consistently led with action-driven faith. Through the IMPACT Center, he has created a dynamic, faith-based hub that not only serves the spiritual needs of the city but also provides tangible relief and development opportunities for underserved families and young people.
A Beacon of Hope in Times of Crisis
Situated at 3120 E. Pioneer Pkwy, the IMPACT Center has transformed from a once-neglected facility into a vibrant hub addressing disparities in education, economics, housing, health, and policing in East Arlington. Through collaboration with community partners, the center now offers a range of services aimed at fostering positive change.
The designation as a disaster relief location enables the IMPACT Center to provide essential services during emergencies, including shelter, food, and support for those affected by natural disasters. In addition, the center is in negotiations to become a resiliency center, ensuring that residents have access to power and resources during outages caused by severe weather events.
A Safe Haven in the Storm
The designation of the IMPACT Center as an official disaster relief location marks a significant milestone in community care. Under the leadership of Pastor Dr. Ronnie Goines, the center is now equipped to provide emergency shelter, meals, water, and support services during natural disasters such as winter storms, tornadoes, and heatwaves—common threats in North Texas. Pastor Dr. Ronnie Goines stated, “We are called to be the light in the darkest moments. The IMPACT Center exists to meet critical needs, restore hope, and be a safe refuge when families need it most.”
A Vision for Resilience and Power Security
Now entering negotiations to become a certified resiliency center, the IMPACT Center would remain operational during electrical outages—serving as a powered hub for charging devices, keeping warm or cool during extreme temperatures, and offering essential services during grid failures. This innovative development, led by Pastor Dr. Ronnie Goines, represents a proactive solution to the energy challenges that have affected Arlington and surrounding areas in recent years. By integrating backup energy infrastructure, the IMPACT Center will not only provide comfort and continuity during power outages, but it will also set a precedent for how faith institutions can support public infrastructure and emergency response systems.
Investing in the Future: Families and Youth First
Pastor Dr. Ronnie Goines is deeply committed to family support and youth empowerment. “The heartbeat of the IMPACT Center is our youth and families,” said Pastor Dr. Ronnie Goines. “We are not just meeting temporary needs—we are building stronger homes, stronger neighborhoods, and a stronger Arlington.”
Support the Mission
Community members, businesses, and faith leaders are invited to support the continued growth of the IMPACT Center and the vision of Pastor Dr. Ronnie Goines. Together, Arlington can become a model for how communities thrive through unity, faith, and purpose-driven leadership.
To learn more, donate, or get involved, visit: www.impactcenterarlington.com