Transformed Thinking Gives $100 Bills to Unemployed Port Arthur Residents

Local nonprofit distributes cash to community members in need

Apr. 7, 2026 at 8:27pm

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An extremely abstracted, out-of-focus photograph in warm tones depicting the hands of someone distributing cash to a group of people, conceptually representing the financial assistance provided by Transformed Thinking to the local community.Transformed Thinking's cash donation program provides financial assistance and hope to unemployed Port Arthur residents in need.Port Arthur Today

Transformed Thinking, Inc., led by Dr. Harry Abrams, Jr., returned to Port Arthur to distribute $100 bills to unemployed local residents, including two young women and a radio station that supports the community. The nonprofit plans to continue the cash giveaways and use revenue from its food truck and published books to feed the hungry and homeless.

Why it matters

The cash donations from Transformed Thinking provide much-needed financial assistance to unemployed Port Arthur residents struggling with economic hardship. The nonprofit's mission to support the local community and address issues like hunger and homelessness is an important initiative in the region.

The details

Transformed Thinking distributed $100 bills to Blessin Keller, who said she would start a new job on Monday, and Youlanda Bias, who was surprised and grateful for the unexpected donation. The nonprofit also contributed $100 to local radio station KSAP 96.9 LPFM 'The Breeze' because it provides a platform for sharing truth and education in the community. Abrams plans to have the nonprofit's food truck operational by June 2026, with 10% of the revenue generated going towards feeding the hungry and homeless.

  • On April 5, 2026, Transformed Thinking distributed $100 bills to Blessin Keller and Youlanda Bias.
  • Abrams plans to have the nonprofit's food truck functioning and generating revenue by June 2026.

The players

Transformed Thinking, Inc.

A local nonprofit organization led by Dr. Harry Abrams, Jr. that is focused on supporting the Port Arthur community through initiatives like cash donations and plans to operate a food truck to feed the hungry and homeless.

Dr. Harry Abrams, Jr.

The leader of Transformed Thinking, Inc. who is overseeing the nonprofit's cash donation program and plans to launch a food truck to generate revenue for community outreach.

Blessin Keller

An unemployed young woman who received a $100 bill from Transformed Thinking and said she would start a new job on Monday.

Youlanda Bias

An unemployed young woman who was surprised and grateful to receive a $100 bill from Transformed Thinking and plans to continue seeking employment within the Port Arthur ISD.

KSAP 96.9 LPFM 'The Breeze'

A local radio station that received a $100 donation from Transformed Thinking because it provides a platform for sharing truth and education in the Port Arthur community.

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What they’re saying

“She was thankful for the donation.”

— Blessin Keller

“She was so happy and said she will continue seeking employment within the Port Arthur ISD, to work with special needs students.”

— Youlanda Bias

“It gave her some hope to continue seeking God, knowing that He will provide all her needs.”

— Youlanda Bias

What’s next

Abrams plans to have the nonprofit's food truck functioning and generating thousands of dollars daily beginning by June 2026, with 10% of the revenue going towards feeding the hungry and homeless.

The takeaway

Transformed Thinking's cash donation program and plans to launch a community-focused food truck demonstrate the nonprofit's commitment to supporting unemployed residents and addressing issues like hunger and homelessness in the Port Arthur area.