United Way of Greater Houston creates opportunities for every person in our community to thrive. At the heart of our work is ensuring the safety net by providing life-saving services to meet our neighbors’ most basic needs, like food and shelter. We are here to support families and individuals when they are going through crises, like job loss, domestic violence and natural disasters. And, we create a pathway to self-sufficiency and success for our neighbors and our community. We provide the tools, resources and education for families to achieve financial stability and independence, for children to succeed in school and in life and for veterans to rebuild their lives after returning from service. Every day of the year, 24-hours a day, we are the voice of help and hope for those who call our 2-1-1 Texas/United Way HELPLINE. And, we bring stakeholders and our community together to address the most pressing needs in our area, improving the quality of life for everyone in our region. We do it all strategically, transparently and with a focus on results. Join us. www.unitedwayhouston.org

Since 1937, we have been rooted in the success of Greater Houston. Houston Endowment is a perpetual, place-based, private foundation that exists to serve the people of Greater Houston. We are inspired by the legacy of our founders, Jesse H. and Mary Gibbs Jones, and moved by the pressing needs of our community today. We work with our fellow Houstonians to bring together the right expertise with the right funding and the right leadership to create meaningful change and expand opportunity for all. With anticipated funding of more than $1 billion over the next 10 years, we promise to stay in step with the needs of our ever-evolving, ever-rising city.

Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council, a United Way agency, is one of the largest Girl Scout councils in the country serving more than 35,000 girl members and 14,000 adults in 26 southeast Texas counties. For more information,

Hope Media Group is a family of media ministry brands that engage people to love Jesus, serve others, and spread hope through radio, events, online content and mobile apps. Headquartered in Houston, the brands include Houston-focused KSBJ, the national network of WayFM stations, the new Spanish Christian station “Vida Unida”, digital content outlets NGEN Radio (Christian hip-hop and pop), Waynation.com, WAYLOUD (Christian rock), HOPE ON DEMAND, and Amen: The Prayer App, plus a concert and event brand, Special Events.

HCMS is the professional society for physicians in Harris County. Established in 1903, and now the largest county medical society in the nation with over 11,00 physicians and medical students. Our mission is to be the leading advocate for its member physicians, their patients and the community, in promoting the highest standards of ethical medical practice, access to quality medical care, medical education, research, and community health.

At Central Houston, Inc. we believe that vision, commitment and collaboration are the keys to building a great city. Others, in the public and private sectors, join us in this belief. Together we have achieved much to the benefit of downtown Houston and we will continue to pioneer creative concepts and solutions as we build a stronger, more vibrant central city. Since 1983, Central Houston has been the steward of Houston’s vision for the redevelopment and revitalization of downtown. Central Houston has contributed to the momentum of this exciting revitalization by enhancing collaboration among public officials, developers and businesses.

The Sam Houston Area Council serves approximately 25,000 youth in 16 southeast Texas counties through the dedicated service and leadership of over 10,000 adult volunteers. Scouting is completely funded by the generosity of those who believe in its mission. Support of Scouting provides programs, services, professional support, as well as year-round outdoor programs -- all designed to lead youth to lifelong values, service, and achievement. Scouting teaches values and the importance of having strong beliefs, making good choices and striving for the highest of ideals. At every regular meeting, a Scout recites the Scout Oath, which reminds Scouts of their duties to God, their country and their communities. The Scout Law pledges young men and women to be trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean and reverent. Scouting teaches practical first aid skills, swimming, canoeing, backpacking and camping, as well as a love and respect for the outdoors. Scouting teaches kindness -- and urges Scouts to do a good turn daily for others. The Sam Houston Area Council's services area includes the following counties of Southeast Texas: Austin, Brazos, Burleson, (portion of) Chambers, Colorado, Fort Bend, Grimes, Harris, Madison, Matagorda, Montgomery, (portion of) Trinity, Walker, Waller, Washington, and Wharton.

Established in 1947, Camp Cho-Yeh is a premier Christian Camp and Retreat Center in Livingston, Texas, about an hour north of Houston. The name "Cho-Yeh"​ comes from the local Alabama-Coushatta Indian language and means “land of tall pines”. For many years, Camp Cho-Yeh has been a place where both youth and adults have grown in their faith in Jesus Christ and strengthened their character. Camp Cho-Yeh is strives to be a nationwide leader of Camp Safety. This includes a constant dedication to monitor our facilities, implement best practices, and communicate the importance of Camp Safety to our staff, volunteers, campers, and retreat groups. Our mission-driven summer staff and full-time employees have been impacting live for 70 years. We are dedicated to helping people grow deeper in their understanding of the Gospel. Campers and retreat guests come from all walks of life, denominations, and other organizations to enjoy our unique activities.

BAHEP is a member-driven organization that provides the leadership to stimulate regional economic development and employment. Utilizing a collaborative committee structure, we engage more than 270 investor companies, business professionals, local governments, and educational institutions in southeast Texas to bring about prosperity and a high quality of life for the 800,000 people who live and work in the region. Our members include business partners encompassing 13 cities and Galveston and Harris counties. We market the Bay Area Houston to new businesses, expansions, and relocations to create new employment.

Since 1952, for 70 years now, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston has been providing a safe place for kids & teenagers where they can spend time after school & during the summer. Our Clubs are for children ages 6-17. Children can become members for only $5.00 annually. Fifteen Clubs are located in the Greater Houston region, including Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris and Waller counties. Through contributions from corporations, foundations, government grants and individuals, the Clubs are able to offer Houston-area youth a fun place to hang out with friends, enjoy a meal, participate in sports leagues, get help with their homework, learn computer skills, art skills and much, much more.

For more than 70 years, The Center for Pursuit has empowered individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, and other similar conditions to live meaningful, dignified lives filled with opportunity. Through innovative programs and services in areas like employment training, community living, and day programming, we help our clients develop the skills and tools necessary to grow as individuals and participate fully in their community. Always growing and changing, The Center currently serves over 450 individuals with IDD and autism in the greater Houston area. The tailored support we provide is varied to the needs of each individual and their family we serve. Each day we witness breakthroughs, tender moments, and everyday victories that affirm our steadfast commitment to our guiding principles of choice, growth, personal independence, and the humanity within us all. A United Way agency

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