Fort Worth Rolls Out Bold Campaign: “It’s OK to Say No to Panhandlers”.

Fort Worth has launched a new initiative called “It’s OK to Say No to Panhandlers,” encouraging residents to stop giving spare change to panhandlers and instead donate to local organizations that provide long-term support for homelessness.

Signs will be placed at key intersections to redirect generosity to trusted programs offering food, shelter, and job assistance. This effort is part of a larger strategy to break the cycle of street-level giving and reduce homelessness in the city.

Additionally, Fort Worth’s Aggressive Panhandling Ordinance will help address unsafe behaviors, and residents can report panhandling concerns through various channels. The city will track the campaign’s impact over the coming months.

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