BREAKING: Volleyball Star Asjia O’Neal Invests $3.6 Million to Open Shelter for Homeless Youth in Dallas
April 13, 2025 – Dallas, TX —
Professional volleyball standout Asjia O’Neal is making headlines for her powerful off-the-court impact with a groundbreaking investment of $3.6 million to build a shelter for homeless youth in Dallas. The facility, named “Asjia’s Anchor,” will serve as a safe haven for young people facing housing insecurity and provide them with tools to rebuild their lives.
Set to open in early 2026, Asjia’s Anchor will feature far more than just beds and meals. The shelter will offer holistic programs including mentorship initiatives, career training, academic support, and vital mental health resources. Asjia’s vision is to not only house youth temporarily but to empower them for lifelong success.
“Dallas has always felt like home to me,” said O’Neal, a former Texas Longhorn and national volleyball champion. “I’ve seen what young people go through when they don’t have stable support. I’m using my platform to create something lasting—something that gives them not just shelter, but a future.”
City officials have applauded the project. “What Asjia is doing is extraordinary,” said Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson. “She’s taking action where it matters most—offering not just charity, but real, sustainable change.”
O’Neal’s commitment reflects a growing movement of athletes using their visibility and resources for greater social good. Her work stands as an inspiration not only to fellow athletes but to communities across the country.
With construction already underway, Dallas residents and youth advocates alike are hopeful that Asjia’s Anchor will become a symbol of hope and opportunity for generations to come.
