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Down Syndrome Advocacy Conference on Capitol Hill 2027

A three-day advocacy conference in Washington, D.C. where the Down syndrome community learns skills and meets with lawmakers on Capitol Hill.

National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS)

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Harris County Early Childhood Data Partnership with Mental Health Institute

Harris County partners with mental health researchers to improve early childhood programs by studying what works best for our youngest residents.

Harris County Commissioners Court

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Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston to replace Exhibit F for accessible child care training and supports for the Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity for the period of August 24, 2026 - December 31, 2026, with no increase in the total contract amount (230450), MWBE Contracted Goal: 9%, MWBE Current Participation: 55.28%.

Harris County updates a child care training contract with UT Health Houston—no extra cost, runs through December 2026.

Harris County Commissioners Court

Public decision

Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with Low Income Investment Fund to update the budget (Exhibit B) for Child Care Facilities Fund for Harris County for the period of December 5, 2023 - December 31, 2026, with no increase in the total contract amount (230147), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.

Harris County is updating the budget in its Child Care Facilities Fund agreement with Low Income Investment Fund through December 2026.

Harris County Commissioners Court

Public decision

Gift Cards for Teens Who Complete Parent/Teen Survival Program

Harris County gives gift cards to teens who complete a family relationship program that helps parents and teenagers communicate better.

Harris County Commissioners Court

Public decision

Request that the County Judge execute an interlocal agreement with The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD in the amount of $30,000 for Community Assistance Referral Program (CARP) for a one (1) year initial term with four (4) one-year renewal options, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.

Harris County Commissioners Court considers a $30,000 agreement funding CARP, which connects people leaving HCSO jail to mental health and community services.

Harris County Commissioners Court

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Harris County Expands Early Learning Programs with YMCA Partnership

Harris County expands early learning programs with YMCA to serve more families across the county through 2026.

Harris County Commissioners Court

Public decision

Harris County Approves Fundraiser for YMCA Houston Youth Programs

Harris County approved a fundraising event that will support YMCA Houston youth programs and camps through community sports activities.

Harris County Commissioners Court

Public decision

Request for approval of a renewal option with Harris County Domestic Violence Coordinating Council for domestic violence assistance fund for Public Health Services for the period of October 1, 2026 - September 30, 2027, at a cost of $1,500,000 (250172).

Harris County may renew a $1.5M contract with HCDVCC to continue flexible financial help for domestic violence survivors through September 2027.

Harris County Commissioners Court

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Harris County Partners with HYPE Freedom School for Summer Programs

Harris County partners with HYPE Freedom School to bring educational summer programs to Precinct One community centers for local students.

Harris County Commissioners Court

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Interfaith Child Development Center

Parent-Child Education Program (PCEP)

AVANCE Houston: Early Learning and Parent Education Programs

AVANCE Houston helps parents become their children's first teachers through early learning programs and family education classes.

YMCA after-school programs — 29 Houston locations

YMCA provides safe after-school care for Houston kids at 29 locations, with financial help available so every child can participate.

YMCA of Greater Houston

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Childcare financial assistance — Texas Child Care Services

Get help paying for childcare while you work, go to school, or train for a better job - Houston families have options and support.

YMCA of Greater Houston

Child Care Search and Referral

Free online tool helps Houston families find quality child care with ratings and bilingual support across 13 counties.

Collaborative for Children

Emergency Shelter / Residential Services

Financial Assistance

Emergency Shelter

Wraparound Support Services

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Parents Host Climate Playdates to Take Action Together

Parents across Houston host playdates where families discuss environmental action while kids play together, making climate activism family-friendly.

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