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Hogg Foundation Launches New and Improved Mental Health Guide
The Hogg Foundation for Mental Health is proud to announce the launch of its new and improved A Guide to Understanding Mental Health Systems and Services in Texas.
Supporting Mental Health During the Holidays
Austin Clubhouse provides a safe and inclusive space for individuals with mental health challenges, especially during the holidays. The organization’s approach is rooted in fostering a sense of belonging and mutual support.
December 2024 Staff Highlights
Here’s a snapshot of the presentations made, events hosted, and honors received by the talented and dedicated staff of the Hogg Foundation during the month of December 2024.
Promoting Mental Health: Community-Informed Policy Recommendations
For over 80 years, the Hogg Foundation has been working to improve the mental health and well-being of Texans through strategic grant making, research, and policy education. Our work informs state-level policies that include funding and support for mental health...
Jason Castillo Named New Policy Specialist at Hogg Foundation
The Hogg Foundation for Mental Health is pleased to announce Jason Castillo as its new Policy Specialist.
Year in Review: 2024
2024 was a banner year for the Hogg Foundation. In this blog post we take a look back at some of the year’s many highlights.
Sustainability? No, It Is About Building Durability
In a recent article for Grantmakers in Health, Rick Ybarra, senior program officer at the Hogg Foundation, explores how philanthropy can contribute to supporting and building a stronger, more robust, and durable nonprofit sector.
Hogg Foundation Welcomes Back the Texas Grants Resource Center
The Hogg Foundation for Mental Health welcomes back the Texas Grants Resource Center, formerly known as the Regional Foundation Library, at the University of Texas at Austin.
Transforming Lives at the Border: How a Rural Library in San Elizario is Changing the Game
An example of how one rural library is making a tangible difference in a small rural border community by prioritizing people and harnessing existing community assets.
November 2024 Staff Highlights
Here's a snapshot of the presentations made, events hosted, and honors received by the talented and dedicated staff of the Hogg Foundation during the month of November 2024. Vicky Coffee, director of foundation initiatives, co-hosted the Mental Health Mixer with Dream...
The Purpose of Policy Work in a Divisive Time
Alison Mohr Boleware, LMSW, director of policy at the Hogg Foundation, and Lyssette Galvan, policy director for National Alliance on Mental Illness Texas, share insights on navigating the challenges and complexities of their work in the mental health policy field.
October 2024 Staff Highlights
Here’s a snapshot of the travel, presentations, and honors received by the talented and dedicated staff of the Hogg Foundation for Mental Health.
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