We will show what we know and where it came from.
More than 40 nonprofits, faith groups, and businesses across Greater Houston work together to grow a compassionate culture city-wide.
A national network of 500+ organizations reducing polarization and building trust across differences — free to join, no obligations.
Federal highway expansion along Fifth Ward's western edge
Federal tax incentive zone covering Fifth Ward census tracts
EPA grants for solar power, workforce training, and resilience
Flood control channel and detention basin for Kashmere Gardens
City investment plan for Kashmere Gardens
Fifth Ward's local reinvestment zone
EPA consent order on Union Pacific creosote contamination
Trained volunteers mentor refugee and immigrant students, building English skills, confidence, leadership, and academic success.
Programs for adults, seniors, veterans, and service members with disabilities — recreation, assistive technology, respite, and caregiver support.
A summer program introducing incoming Rice students to civic leadership, ethical community engagement, and Houston through a social-justice lens.
Weekly Thursday gatherings connecting refugee and American women through English classes, healthcare support, and mutual community in Houston.
A cohort program offering mentoring, workshops, and connections for people building community-focused ventures.
UH program that trains and supports Community Health Workers through state-approved certification, CEUs, and Houston-based community partnerships.
Free weekly programs at Levy Park's Event Pavilion, including storytime, dance fitness, Tai Chi, live art, and Zumba — open to all ages and levels.
SPRY serves LGBTQ adults 60+ in Houston with life-enhancing services, including meals, through The Montrose Center.
Match with a Houston-area high school student to help them build confidence and plan for their future through weekly contact.
UHCL's Center for Student Engagement hosts civic programs including Democracy Fellows, Vote Early Day, and Constitution Day events.
A two-year leadership program for residents of select Houston neighborhoods, building civic skills and community projects.
Best Buddies programs teach people with and without IDD to become leaders, speakers, and advocates across Texas.
Free peer support groups for LGBTQIA+ youth and young adults ages 7–24 in Houston, offering mentorship, education, and community.
A Houston nonprofit building interfaith understanding through dinners, panels, peace awards, and a planned interfaith Peace Garden.
UH's Center for Public Policy delivers nonpartisan research and data analysis for public officials, business leaders, and community members in Houston and Texas
Best Buddies builds one-to-one friendships between people with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities across schools, colleges, workplaces, and
Super Neighborhood 13 serves Independence Heights, a historic Houston community and first African American municipality in Texas, with monthly resident meetings
TSU's HUD-funded center researches housing policy, equity, and community development for underserved Texas communities.
A short-stay alternative to juvenile detention for Harris County youth ages 13–17, offering mental health care, counseling, and reintegration support.
Advocacy group working to reform the criminal justice system by ending the death penalty, private prisons, police brutality, and more.
Free seven-week citizenship classes at Houston Public Library help adult learners prepare for the U.S. naturalization exam.
AVANCE Houston helps parents become their children's first teachers through early learning programs and family education classes.
Free, confidential tool to find vetted mental health and substance use providers across Texas, including low- and no-cost options.
Health Hub at Bayland Park offers free and low-cost health, dental, food, and legal services to Gulfton and Sharpstown residents.
Harris County Precinct 4's infrastructure program partners with local groups to reduce flooding, improve parks, and build safer communities.
Free money classes and one-on-one coaching from MAM Houston, online and in person.
Multi-month leadership program for 8th graders and a parent or guardian, building confidence and multicultural leadership skills through Houston's diversity.
Houston's oldest LGBTQIA+ youth program provides safe social spaces, educational programs, and support for young people ages 7-20.
LULAC Houston trains Latino leaders, registers voters, and advocates for civil rights to build civic power in our community.
Free college prep program helping Houston students with test prep, college applications, and STEM activities at four east side schools.
Specialized early learning program helping Houston children with hearing loss develop strong communication skills for school success.
LULAC Houston provides scholarships to help local Hispanic students afford college, with every dollar raised matched by corporate partners.
A five-week summer internship training HBCU students in climate research, GIS, and community advocacy.
HARC helps Houston neighborhoods prepare for flooding and environmental challenges by connecting residents with tools and training to build stronger communities
Houston Audubon brings hands-on nature education to schools and communities, teaching us about the amazing birds and wildlife in our area.
Volunteer opportunities for habitat restoration, bird surveys, and sanctuary trail maintenance.
HARC studies Houston's air quality and finds solutions to help our neighborhoods breathe cleaner, healthier air.
Multi-disciplinary research on disproportionate environmental burdens facing communities of color.
HARC studies Houston's water challenges to help our city prepare for floods, droughts, and ensure clean drinking water for all neighborhoods.
A regional conservation network connecting green corridors across the Greater Houston area.
Join over 160 community gardens across Houston where neighbors grow fresh food together and strengthen their communities.
