Free training, resource fairs, and local partnerships help Houston-area neighbors prepare for and recover from disasters.

Multiple Houston-area campuses. CERT training and one resource fair are held at BakerRipley Ripley House. Additional resource fairs are held at BakerRipley Pasadena Campus and BakerRipley Gulfton Sharpstown Campus. The broader program serves the Houston region.
Houston knows storms, floods, and emergencies don't wait for a convenient moment. This program helps you build real skills and a real plan before trouble arrives — so you can look out for yourself, your family, and your neighbors when it matters most.
For over 100 years, BakerRipley has been part of Houston's fabric. We run 30+ community centers across the city, reaching over 500,000 neighbors a year — from free tax preparation and English classes to emergency rental assistance and workforce training. Where you live should not determine whether you thrive.
The civic web
The Resource Center maps the services, programs, and benefits across the city — and the people behind them.