10/19/2026
🌈 Did You Know? The Story Behind Rainbow Rooms
The first Rainbow Room was established in Dallas County with the support of First Lady Laura Bush. With her encouragement and the dedication of communities across Texas, the Rainbow Room program expanded—and today, there is a Rainbow Room in almost every county in Texas.
But why are Rainbow Rooms so important?
Before Rainbow Rooms existed, caseworkers often used their own money to purchase necessities for children entering CPS care. Imagine a child being removed from their home with only the clothes and shoes they are wearing—clothes that may not even fit.
Today, Rainbow Rooms help make sure caseworkers have access to essential items when children and families need them most. Caseworkers can come to the Rainbow Room for diapers, baby supplies, hygiene items, school supplies, clothing, and other necessities.
And when a child needs something more—like a car seat or even a bed—our dedicated Rainbow Room staff and board members step in to help make it happen.
💙 This is what community support looks like.
It’s making sure a child has clean clothes that fit, a bed to sleep in, school supplies to start the year, and the basic necessities that help restore a sense of comfort and dignity during an incredibly difficult time.
